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7. Information on Batteries and Rechargeable Batteries
Although use of batteries and rechargeable batteries in everyday life is a matter of course today, there are
many dangers and problems. In particular in LiPo/LiIon batteries with high energy content (as compared to
conventional NiMH batteries), various provisions must be complied with to avoid danger of explosion and
fire.
Therefore, always observe the following information and safety notes in handling of batteries and recharge-
able batteries.
• Keep batteries/rechargeable batteries out of the reach of children.
• Do not leave any batteries/rechargeable batteries lying around openly. There is a risk of batteries being swallowed
by children or pets. If swallowed, consult a doctor immediately!
• Remove the flight battery from the model before charging and put it on fire-proof underground. Keep a distance to
flammable objects.
• Never charge the flight battery right after use. Always leave the LiPo flight battery to cool off first (at least 5 - 10
minutes).
• Only charge intact and undamaged batteries. If the outer isolation of the flight battery is damaged or the flight battery
is deformed or bloated, it must not be charged. In this case, there is immediate danger of fire and explosion!
• Never damage the outer shell of the flight battery, do not cut the foil cover, do not puncture the flight battery with
pointed objects. There is a risk of fire and explosion!
• As the charger as well as the flight battery heat up during the charging process, it is necessary to ensure sufficient
ventilation. Never cover the charger and flight battery! Of course, this also applies for all other chargers and rechar
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geable batteries.
• Chargers may only be operated in dry rooms. Charges and flight batteries must not get damp or wet.
• Never leave batteries unattended while charging them.
• Do not expose the charger or flight battery to high/low temperatures or to direct solar radiation.
• Disconnect the flight battery from the charger when it is charged completely.
• Batteries/rechargeable batteries must never be short-circuited, disassembled or thrown into fire. There is a danger
of explosion!
• Leaking or damaged batteries/rechargeable batteries can cause chemical burns to skin on contact; therefore, use
suitable protective gloves.
• Liquids leaking from batteries/rechargeable batteries are chemically highly aggressive. Objects or surfaces that
come into contact with them may take severe damage. Therefore, keep batteries/rechargeable batteries in a suita-
ble location.
• Do not recharge normal, non-rechargeable batteries. There is a risk of fire and explosion! Charge only rechargeable
batteries intended for this; use suitable chargers.
Batteries (1.5 V) are intended for one-time use only and must be disposed of properly when discharged.
