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Important Information
Read these instructions and safety notes for your NiMH Packs
thoroughly before use
- NiMH Packs have a nominal memory effect
- NiMH Packs can only be charged with a NiMH charger
- NiMH Packs self discharge
Indemnity Statement
JAMARA e.K. accept no responsibility for any damage caused by its
products which arises through misuse.
The customer alone bares the responsibility for the use andopera-
tion of this product and this includes, for example, the method of
changing and application for which the packs are used.
If you are not in agreement with the above conditions you may
return this product unused to your dealer within 14 days.
NiHM cells should only be charged or stored on an inflammable
surface. JAMARA e.K. strongly recommend the use of either the
charger included with the model or one of its range set to the
NiMH program. Using chargers from other manufactures or incor-
rectly invalidates the guarantee and JAMARA e.K. will acceptno
responsibility from any damage arising. Due to their high capacities
damaged or incorrectly treated packs can ignite and to this end any
charging or discharging of packs must be monitored.
After a crash the packs must be thoroughly inspected for damage
and you should never attempt to charge or discharge a damaged
pack.
If a cell is damaged, it is possible that it may short-circuit and ignite
for up to 30 minutes after the impact and for this reason packs
must be placed on a fire proof surface and observed for half an
hour after any impact. Burning cells or packs must be extinguished
with sand or powder.
Safety Policy
JAMARA accepts no responsibility for any damage caused by or
to its products which is caused by failing to follows these instruc-
tions.
- The incorrect use of these cells can lead to an explosion and or
fire! Risk of injury!
- Over-charging, the use of too high currents, or deep dischar-
ging may damage the cells
- Protect from mechanical damage (crushing, dents, bending or
piercing)
- Never attempt to open the cells, never expose them to fire and
keep them away from children
- Always treat damaged or leaking cells with the utmost caution
as they may cause injury
- Never short-circuit cells and observe the correct polarity
- Protect cells from temperatures of over 65°C, do not mount
them near to heat sources, i.e. Exhausts
- Store packs (over winter) half full. Do not store them empty or
full
- Periodically check the state of charge of packs stored for long
periods
- The contents of the cells is will cause injury to skin and eyes
- In the event of skin contact, wash the area thoroughly with
plenty of water and remove any clothing
- In the event of eye contact, wash thoroughly with plenty of
water and consult a doctor
Instructions for the use of NiMh batteries
Technical Details
Over-Charging:
If the charger fails to switch off due to a technical defect the cells
may overheat and ignite, for this reason, charging must always be
monitored
Fast Charging:
Fast charging is possible. The maximal rated current must be ad-
hered to.
Charging Temperatures:
0°C to +45°C. Charging pack outside in winter is not always pos-
sible. The cell temperature must not exceed 65°C. To monitor this
we recommend using our JAMARA Thermo Scan 300 (contact less
infer red thermometer) Part No. 17 0133.
Discharging Temperatures:
-20°C to +60°C. This make using in winter possible, however, mi-
nus temperatures can lead to a 20% reduction in capacity and re-
duced current draw.
Life Span:
Heavily dependant on use.
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