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chargIng the Battery
Charge only batteries that are cool to the touch and are not damaged. Inspect the battery
to make sure it is not damaged e.g., swollen, bent, broken or punctured.
1. Connect the AC power cord to the power slot on the charger, then connect the other
end of the power cord to an AC power source.
2. The three LEDs will turn green when the charger is connected to the AC power source.
3. Connect the balance connector of the battery to the proper charge port on the charger
(the 3S charge port has 4 pins and the 2S charge port has 3 pins).
4. The three LEDs will turn red, indicating the battery is charging.
5. When the charging of one cell is complete, the corresponding LED turns green.
6. Once the battery is fully charged, all three LEDs will turn green.
7. Disconnect the balance connector from the charger.
8. Disconnect the AC power cord from the AC power source.
CauTIOn:
Always disconnect a Li-Po battery from the charger to avoid
over-discharging the battery. Batteries discharged to a voltage lower than the lowest
approved voltage may become damaged, resulting in loss of performance and potential
fire when batteries are charged.
CauTIOn:
Never exceed the recommended charge rate of the battery pack.
CauTIOn:
If at any time batteries become damaged, hot, or begin to balloon or
swell, discontinue charging (or discharging) immediately. Quickly and safely disconnect
the charger. DO NOT continue to handle, attempt to use or ship the batteries. Failure
to follow these procedures can cause damage to batteries, personal property or
cause serious injury.
reMoVIng and InstallIng the Battery
chargIng WarnIngs
WarnInG:
Failure to exercise caution while using this product and comply
with the following warnings could result in product malfunction, electrical issues,
excessive heat, FIRE, and ultimately injury and property damage.
• Never leave the charger and battery unattended during use.
• Never attempt to charge dead, damaged or wet battery packs.
• Never attempt to charge a battery pack containing different types of batteries.
• Never allow children under 14 years of age to charge battery packs.
• Never charge batteries in extremely hot or cold places or place in direct sunlight.
• Never charge a battery if the cable has been pinched or shorted.
• Never connect more than one battery pack to this charger at a time.
• Never connect the charger if the power cable has been pinched or shorted.
• Never attempt to dismantle the charger or use a damaged charger.
• Never reverse the positive and negative terminals.
• Always use only rechargeable batteries designed for use with this type of charger.
• Always inspect the battery before charging.
• Always keep the battery away from any material that could be affected by heat.
• Always monitor the charging area and have a fire extinguisher available at all times.
• Always end the charging process if the battery becomes hot to the touch or starts to
change form (swell) during the charge process.
• Always disconnect the battery after charging, and let the charger cool between charges.
• Always charge in a well-ventilated area.
• Always terminate all processes and contact Horizon Hobby if the product malfunctions.
1. Remove the clip from the battery strap.
2. Lift the strap and pull forward.
3. Remove the battery from the vehicle.
4. Charge the battery.
5. Install the fully charged battery in the vehicle.
6. Ensure the ESC is powered OFF.
7. Connect the battery to the ESC.
8. Reinstall the battery strap and clip. The battery strap has a flat
side and a ribbed side. The ribbed side should face the battery.
9. Power ON the transmitter, then the vehicle.
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