Instructions

6. Battery information

There are numerous hazards associated with the use of rechargeable batteries. Compared with

conventional NiCd or NiMH rechargeable batteries, LiPo rechargeable batteries have a high

energy content. For this reason, it is essential to comply with safety regulations to prevent the

riskofareorexplosion.

Always observe the following safety information when handling rechargeable batteries.

In addition, ensure that you observe any additional safety information provided by the battery

manufacturer.

a) General information

• Rechargeable batteries are not toys. Keep batteries out of the reach of children.

• Do not leave batteries lying around, as they constitute a choking hazard for chil-

dren and pets. Seek immediate medical advice if a battery is swallowed.

• Batteriesmustnotbeshort-circuited,openedorthrownintoare,asthismay

causeareorexplosion.

• When handling leaking or damaged batteries, always use suitable protective

gloves to avoid burning your skin.

• Neverattempttorechargenon-rechargeablebatteries,asthismaycauseare

orexplosion.

• Non-rechargeable batteries are only designed to be used once and must be dis-

posed of properly when they are empty.

• Onlyrechargecompatiblerechargeablebatteries(see“Technicaldata”).

• Batteries must not become damp or wet.

• Placethechargerandrechargeablebatteryonanon-ammable,heat-resistant

surface(e.g.stonetiles).Keepthechargerandbatteryawayfromammableob-

jects.Maintainasufcientdistancebetweenthechargerandtherechargeable

battery. Never place the battery on top of the charger.

• The charger and rechargeable battery may heat up during the charging process.

Alwaysensurethatthereissufcientventilation.Nevercoverthechargerorthe

rechargeable battery!

• Onlyusesingle-cell(1S)rechargeablebatteries.

• Never charge/discharge a battery when the charger is unattended.

• Never charge/discharge a battery that is inside a device or appliance. Always

remove the battery from the device before connecting the battery to the charger.