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b) Additional Information on Lithium Batteries
Modern batteries with lithium technology do not only have a clearly higher capacity than NiMH or NiCd
rechargeable battery packs but they also have a considerably lower weight. This makes this type of
rechargeable battery very interesting for application in model construction; so-called LiPo batteries
(lithium-polymer) are often used here.
Rechargeable lithium batteries require special care when charging/discharging, as well as during opera-
tion and handling.
For this reason, we would like to provide you with some information in the sections below about the
dangers and how you can avoid them, thus helping such batteries to maintain their performance for an
extended period of time to come.
Additionally observe chapter 6. a).
• The outer shell of many rechargeable lithium batteries is only made of a thick foil and therefore very
sensitive.
Never destroy or damage the battery, never let the battery fall and do not pierce the battery with any
objects! Avoid any mechanical strain on the battery; never pull the connection cables of the battery!
There is a risk of fire and explosion!
These guidelines must also be observed when the battery is inserted into the model or when it is
removed from the model.
• Ensure that the battery does not overheat during usage, recharging, discharging, transport or storage.
Do not place the battery next to sources of heat (e.g. speed controller, motor), keep the battery away
from direct sunlight. There is a risk of fire and explosion if the battery overheats!
The battery must never heat up to more than +60 °C (observe any additional information from the
manufacturer!).
• If the battery is damaged (e.g. after the crash of an aircraft or helicopter model) or the exterior cover
is soaked/has expanded, do not use the battery. Do not charge it anymore. There is a risk of fire and
explosion!
Handle the battery with care, use suitable protective gloves. Dispose of the rechargeable battery
environmentally compatibly.
Never keep such rechargeable batteries in an apartment or a house/garage anymore. Damaged or
bloated lithium rechargeable batteries may catch fire suddenly.
• Only use a suitable charger to charge lithium batteries or use the correct charging procedure. Due to a
risk of fire and explosion, conventional chargers for NiCd, NiMH and lead batteries must not be used!
Always choose the right charging procedure depending on rechargeable battery.
• When charging a lithium battery with more than one cell, always use a so-called balancer (one is
already integrated into the supplied charger).