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7. Notes on Batteries and Rechargeable Batteries
• Keep batteries/rechargeable batteries out of the reach of children.
• Do not leave any batteries/rechargeable batteries lying around openly. There is a risk of batteries being swallowed
by children or pets. If swallowed, consult a doctor immediately!
• Batteries/rechargeable batteries must never be short-circuited, disassembled or thrown into fire. There is a danger
of explosion!
• Leaking or damaged batteries/rechargeable batteries can cause chemical burns to skin when touched without the
use of adequate protective gloves.
• Do not recharge normal batteries. There is a risk of fire and explosion! Only charge rechargeable batteries intended
for this purpose. Use suitable battery chargers.
• Please observe correct polarity (po and negative/-) when inserting the batteries/rechargeable batteries.
• If the device is not used for a longer period of time (e.g. storage), take out the inserted batteries/rechargeable
batteries inserted in the remote control and in the car to avoid damage from leaking batteries/rechargeable batteries.
Recharge the rechargeable batteries about every 3 months, because otherwise there may be a total discharge due
to self-discharge, which makes the rechargeable batteries useless.
• Always replace the entire set of batteries or rechargeable batteries. Never mix fully charged batteries/rechargeable
batteries with partially discharged ones. Always use batteries or rechargeable batteries of the same type and
manufacturer.
• Never mix batteries and rechargeable batteries! Either use batteries or rechargeable batteries for the remote control.
The remote control (transmitter) may be operated with rechargeable batteries instead of batteries.
However, the lower voltage (batteries=1.5 V, rechargeable batteries=1.2 V) and the lower capacity of
rechargeable batteries lead to a decrease of the operating time. Normally this does not matter, since the
operating time of the remote control exceeds that of the model.
If you use batteries in the remote control, we recommend the use of high-quality alkaline batteries.
8. Charging Rechargeable Batteries
The rechargeable mignon batteries required for the RC system are, in general, empty on delivery and must be charged.
Please note:
Before a rechargeable battery reaches maximum capacity, several complete discharge and charge cycles
are necessary.
Always discharge the rechargeable battery at regular intervals, since charging a "half-full" rechargeable
battery several times can cause a so-called memory effect. This means that the rechargeable battery
loses its capacity. It no longer provides all of its stored energy, and the operating time of the model and the
remote control is reduced.
If you use several rechargeable batteries, purchasing a high-quality charger may be worthwhile. Such a
charger usually has a quick-charging feature.
