Instructions

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• Do not charge/discharge rechargeable batteries directly in the model. First, remove rechargeable batteries from
the model.
• Place the charger and rechargeable battery on a non-ammable, heat-resistant surface (e.g. stone tiles). Maintain
enough distance from ammable objects. Allow enough space between the charger and the rechargeable battery.
Do not place the rechargeable battery on the charger.
• Ensure adequate ventilation because both the charger and rechargeable batteries will become hot during charging/
discharging. Never cover the charger and rechargeable batteries!
b) Additional information on lithium rechargeable batteries
• Modern lithium rechargeable batteries not only have a notably higher capacity than NiMH or NiCd rechargeable bat-
tery packs, but they are also much lighter. So this rechargeable battery type is particularly useful for model making.
The LiPo rechargeable batteries (lithium polymer) are used very often in model making.
• LiPo rechargeable batteries (as well as Li-ion, LiHV, and LiFe rechargeable batteries that can be charged with this
charger) require special care during charging/discharging, as well as during operation and handling.
• So in the following chapters, you will nd information about hazards and measures to prevent hazards in order to
ensure that rechargeable batteries maintain their performance over a long period of time.
• The outer shell of LiPo rechargeable batteries normally consists only of a very thick lm and is extremely sensitive.
• Never destroy or damage the rechargeable battery, do not drop it or puncture it with any objects. Protect the
rechargeable battery from mechanical stresses and do not pull on its connection cables! This may cause a re or
explosion!
• These instructions must also be followed when inserting or removing the rechargeable battery from the model.
• Make sure that the rechargeable battery does not overheat during use, charging, discharging, transport and stor-
age. Do not place the rechargeable battery near heat sources (e.g. model control, motor) and protect it from direct
sunlight. This may cause the battery to overheat, which can cause a re or explosion!
• The temperature of the rechargeable battery must not exceed +60 °C (also note all other manufacturer informa-
tion!).
• Stop using the rechargeable battery if it is damaged (for example, after an aeroplane or helicopter model crash) or
if its outer shell is bloated/swollen. Do not recharge it. This may cause a re or explosion!
• Handle rechargeable batteries with care; use suitable protective gloves.
• Dispose of rechargeable batteries in an environmentally friendly manner.
• Use only a suitable charger to charge lithium rechargeable batteries and observe the correct charging method.
Do not use conventional chargers for lithium rechargeable batteries in order to avoid re and explosion hazards!
• When charging lithium rechargeable batteries with more than one cell, use a “balancer” (already integrated in this
charger).
• Charge LiPo rechargeable batteries with a charging current of max. 1 C (unless otherwise stated by the battery
manufacturer!). The charging current must not exceed the capacity printed on the rechargeable battery (for exam-
ple, rechargeable battery capacity 1000 mAh, max. charging current 1000 mA = 1 A).
• For lithium rechargeable batteries, observe the manufacturer’s instructions.