and vibration. It should only be operated in dry indoor conditions.
Provide good ventilation to the charger and battery. Do not cover.
Set up the unit with space all around it so that cooling air can
circulate unhindered.
The charger and the battery to be charged should be set up on a
heat-resistant, non-flammable and non-conductive surface before
use. Keep all inflammable and volatile materials well away from the
charging area.
Disconnect the charger from the mains power supply before
connecting or disconnecting the battery.
The charge leads must not be modified, and must not be coiled up
when the charger is in use. Check the unit regularly for damage to
cables, connectors, case etc. If the charger is damaged, it must not
be used.
Do not open the charger case.
Never attempt to recharge faulty, damaged, already charged or hot
batteries, or a pack which is not fully discharged.
Only use the charger to recharge original MechRC batteries.
Never use a damaged charge lead or battery. Take great care to
maintain correct polarity.
If the battery or charger becomes hot to the touch, disconnect them
from the power supply immediately.
Avoid short-circuits between the positive and negative terminals.
Clean the charger by rubbing it lightly with a damp cloth when it
is not plugged into either the battery or mains supply. Do not use
cleaning agents.
Storage & Transportation:
Store the battery at a temperature between 4°C and 27°C (40°F
and 80°F).
Do not expose the battery pack to direct sunlight or heat for
extended periods.
When transporting or temporarily storing in a vehicle, the
temperature range must be greater than -7°C (20°F) but no more
than 65°C (150°F).
Storing the battery at temperatures greater than 71°C (160°F) for
extended periods of time (more than 2 hours) may cause damage
to the battery and possibly fire.
Caring For Your Lithium Polymer Battery:
Only use the Lithium Polymer charger supplied with the MechRC
System. A poor quality charger can be dangerous.
Do not discharge the battery to a level below 3V per cell under
load. Deep discharge below 3V per cell can deteriorate battery
performance.
Use caution to avoid puncturing the cell. Puncturing the cells may
cause fire.
Operating Temperature:
Charge:
0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F)
Let battery cool down to room temperature before charging.
Discharge:
0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F)
During discharge and handling of batteries, do not exceed
71°C (160°F).
Battery Life:
Batteries that loose 20% of their capacity must be removed
from service and disposed of properly.
Construction and components
All products supplied and manufactured by MechRC are subject to ongoing
quality control and compliance checks of all materials and production
processes. We are sure that you will be satisfied with all aspects of the
MechRC system. However, should you encounter any problems or have
queries regarding the operation of the robot, please first attempt to find the
answer by reading through this user guide. If you still cannot resolve the
problem, please consult the “Frequently Asked Questions” section of the
MechRC website at
www.mechrc.com/support
and the MechRC forum at
www.pimpmybot.com
MechRC are constantly seeking to improve the engineering and
performance of our product range as well as the production methods used
at manufacture. For this reason we reserve the right to make changes to the
system in terms of dimensions, design, technology, materials, components,
software and fixings at any time and without prior notification. For this
reason MechRC will not entertain claims based on illustrations, stated infor-
mation and descriptions contained on the packaging or in this user guide.
MechRC only endorse the use of software, components and accessories
which have been tested and approved by MechRC for their suitability,
function, quality and safety. The company accepts product liability if you
observe this advice. MechRC does not accept liability if unapproved
software, parts or accessories made by other manufacturers or third parties
are used as MechRC are not in a position to assess these for their sui-
tability and safety.
Appropriate usage
The MechRC Entertainment Robot System has been developed to be
used as an entertainment platform, an experimental platform for the study
of robotic principles, and as a medium for testing newly created robot
programs within a physical system. The robot can be programmed with
the accompanying software (MechRC Commander) to perform different
motion sequences supplied with the robot or created by other users. We do
not approve the use of the robot in any manner other than that described
in this manual. The robot is NOT designed for industrial or commercial
applications.
Liability exclusion
The MechRC Entertainment Robot System consists of a fully working robot
which can be upgraded with suitable accessories. MechRC recognises that,
as the manufacturer, MechRC has no control over the way in which the user
might modify, maintain and operate their robot, nor how they install, operate
and maintain any associated component or upgrade. For this reason
MechRC are obliged to deny any and all liability for loss, damage or costs
which are incurred due to the incompetent or incorrect use and operation
of ANY MechRC product, or which are connected with such operation in
any way. Unless otherwise prescribed by binding law, the obligation of
MechRC to pay compensation, regardless of the legal argument employed,
is excluded. This includes personal injury, death, damage to buildings,
damage to personal property, damage due to loss of business or turnover,
interruption of business or other direct or indirect consequent damage
whose root cause was the operation of the robot.
The total liability in all cases is limited to the amount paid for the MechRC
Entertainment Robot System.
This robot is operated and upgraded at the sole and express
responsibility of the user. The only way to avoid injury to persons and
damage to property is to handle and operate the robot with the greatest
of care and consideration at all times and in strict accordance with the
instructions and safety guidelines set out in this user guide.
Before you operate the MechRC Entertainment Robot System for the
first time it is important to check whether your private third party liability
insurance policy covers you for operating models of this type. If you are
not sure, take out a special policy designed to cover the inherent risks of
hobby robotics.
This user guide should be stored in a safe place as it contains important
safety information and MUST be passed to the new owner should you
ever part with the robot.
The sole purpose of this user guide is to provide information. MechRC
reserve the right to alter the information without prior notification, and it
must not be viewed as an obligation on the part of MechRC. MechRC
accepts no responsibility or liability for errors or inaccuracies which may
occur in the information section of this manual.
Environmental Protection Notes
The presence of this symbol on a product or its packaging, or in
the instructions, means that you must not dispose of that item, or
the electronic components contained within it, in the ordinary
domestic waste when the product comes to the end of its useful life. The
correct method of disposal is to take it to your local collection point for
recycling electrical and electronic equipment.
Individual markings indicate which materials can be recycled and re-used.
You can make an important contribution to the protection of our shared
environment by re-using the product, recycling the basic materials or re-
processing redundant equipment in other ways.
Batteries must be removed from the device and taken separately to your
local battery disposal centre. If you do not know the location of your
nearest recycling centre, please enquire at your local council office.
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