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WARNING AND SAFETY NOTES
Never attempt to charge a battery that is:
- made of different types of cells.
- made of cells from multiple manufacturers.
- non-rechargeable.
- not among the types listed as compatible with Prodigy 620 DUO (NiCD,
NiMH, LiPo, LiFe, Li-Ion, or lead-acid).
- faulty or damaged.
- fitted with a charge circuit or protection circuit.
- installed in a device, or electrically linked to other components.
- incompatible with the available charge current.
Before beginning any charge or discharge process, you should complete
this checklist:
- Does the selected charger program match the battery type?
- Is the charge/discharge current correct for the battery size and type?
- Does the battery’s cell count match the indicated voltage? (Example: A 2S
LiPo pack has a nominal voltage of 7.4v)
- Are all wire connections secure? Any breaks in the circuit?
Charging Notes
During the charge process, a specific amount of electrical energy is fed into the
battery; this amount is equal to the product of the charge current and the elapsed
charging time. Never charge a battery at an amp rate higher than that specified by
the manufacturer. Only batteries that are expressly stated to be capable of
quick-charging should be charged at a rate higher than its standard charge
current.
Use caution when connecting the battery to the charger’s output terminals; red is
positive, and black is negative. Be sure to use wire of adequate size, as well as
high-quality, gold-plated connectors to reduce internal resistance, as this is
essential for Prodigy 620 DUO to work properly.
WARNING
: Connecting a lithium battery to the charger incorrectly may damage
the battery, and can even cause a fire!
Always refer to the information provided by the battery manufacturer when
determining charge current and charging time. Lithium batteries should only be
charged according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
