Operation Manual

Operating Instructions

Power Peak

C8 EQ-BID 180W

16. A BRIEF GUIDE TO BATTERY TYPES

When handling rechargeable batteries a number of safety measures must always be obser-

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a rechargeable battery, you accept liability for the consequences.

16.1 NICKEL-CADMIUM (NC) BATTERIES

We recommend the following charge rates for NC batteries:

High-energy batteries: 1 - 2C; please observe the battery manufacturer’s stated figures.

High-current batteries: 2 - 3C, max. 5C; please check the maximum charge current figures

stated by the battery manufacturer. Check also that the connectors and charge lead are

suitable for such high currents.

16.2 NICKEL-METAL-HYDRIDE (NIMH) BATTERIES

We recommend the following charge rates for NiMH batteries:

High-energy batteries: 0.5 - 1C; please observe the battery manufacturer’s stated figures.

High-current batteries: usually 1C, but many cell types can be charged at 1.5 … 2C; please

check the maximum charge current figures stated by the battery manufacturer.

16.3 LEAD-ACID (PB) BATTERIES

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gastight, and therefore less hazardous than conventional lead-acid types.

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because the acid is corrosive, and the cells generate gas when overcharged.

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should happen despite taking normal precautions, immediately wash it off using plenty

of clean water, and seek medical attention immediately. Never place lead-acid cells or

batteries in your mouth, as they are poisonous.

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the reach of children.

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ding charging and discharging.

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For this reason good ventilation is essential. If overcharged, these batteries gene-

rate an explosive mixture of hydrogen and oxygen.

Explosion hazard.

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