HLNB0050 Rivos XS Micro Boat Manual
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• Never operate your model if the voltage of the baeries in the
transmier is too low.
• Always operate your model in an open area away from obstacles,
people, vehicles, etc.
• Carefully follow the direcons and warnings for this and any oponal
support equipment (chargers, rechargeable baeries, etc.).
• Keep all chemicals, small parts and all electronic components out of
the reach of children.
• As much as possible, avoid water exposure to all internal electronic
components, parts, etc.
operang it in a manner that does not endanger yourself and others or result in damage to the
product or the property of others.
This model is controlled by a radio signal that is subject to possible interference from a variety
of sources outside your control. This interference can cause momentary loss of control so it is
advisable to always keep a safe distance from objects and people in all direcons around your
model as this will help to avoid collisions and/or injury.
Li-ion Battery Warnings
IMPORTANT NOTE: Lithium Ion baeries are signicantly more volale than the alkaline, NiCd or
NiMH baeries also used in RC applicaons. All instrucons and warnings must be followed exactly to
prevent property damage and/or personal injury as mishandling of Li-ion baeries can result in re.
By handling, charging or using the included Li-ion baery you assume all risks associated with Li-
ion baeries. If you do not agree with these condions please return the complete product in new,
unused condion to the place of purchase immediately.
Although the 360mAh 2-Cell/2S 7.4V 25C Li-ion Baery (HLNB0068) included with the Rivos XS
is intended to be charged safely using the included 2-Cell/2S 7.4V USB Li-ion Balance Charger
(HLNB0070) you must read the following safety instrucons and warnings before handling, charging
or using the Li-ion baery.
You MUST charge the Li-ion baery in a safe area away from ammable materials.
NEVER charge the Li-ion baery unaended at any me. When charging the baery you should
ALWAYS remain in constant observaon to monitor the charging process and react immediately to
any potenal problems that may occur.
Aer using/discharging the baery you must allow it to cool to ambient/room temperature before
recharging.
To charge the Li-ion baery you MUST use only the included Li-ion USB charger or other dedicated
Li-ion baery charger. Failure to do so may result in a re causing property damage and/or personal
injury. DO NOT use a NiCd or NiMH charger.
If at any me during the charge or discharge process the baery begins to balloon or swell,
disconnue charging or discharging immediately. Quickly and safely disconnect the baery, then
place it in a safe, open area away from ammable materials to observe for at least 15 minutes.
Connuing to charge or discharge a baery that has begun to balloon or swell can result in a re. A
baery that has ballooned or swollen even a
small amount must be removed from service completely.
Store the baery at room temperature, approximately 68–77° Fahrenheit (F), and in a dry area for
best results.
When transporng or temporarily storing the baery, the temperature range should be from
approximately 40–100°F. Do not store the baery or model in a hot garage, car or direct sunlight