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Charging the battery, Charging warnings, Battery charging process – E-flite UMX Radian BNF User Manual

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Charging the Battery

Refer to the charging warnings. It is recommended
to charge the battery while you inspect the
aircraft. The fl ight battery will be required to
confi rm proper aircraft operation in future steps.

Battery Charging Process

NOTICE: Charge only batteries that are cool to the
touch and are not damaged. Look at the battery
to make sure it is not damaged e.g., swollen, bent,
broken or punctured.

1. Insert the charger into a USB port.

2. Properly connect the battery into the charger.

The end cap of the battery is specifi cally
designed to allow the battery to fi t into the
slot one way (usually with the label on the
battery facing outward) to prevent reverse
polarity connection. However, check for proper
alignment and polarity.

3. Always disconnect the fl ight battery from

the charger immediately upon completion of
charging.

CAUTION: Only use chargers specifi cally
designed to charge the included Li-Po

battery. Failure to do so could result in fi re,
causing injury or property damage.

CAUTION: Never exceed the recommended
charge rate.

USB Li-Po

Charger

EFLC1008

SOLID RED LED

–Charging

DC Input:5.0V 350mA

DC Output:4.2V 300mA

LED OFF

–Charge

Complete

The Battery Charger (EFLC1008) included with your
aircraft has been designed to safely charge the
Li-Po battery.

CAUTION: All instructions and warnings

must be followed exactly. Mishandling of Li-Po
batteries can result in a fi re, personal injury and/or
property damage.

• By handling, charging or using the included

Li-Po battery, you assume all risks associated
with lithium batteries.

• If at any time the battery begins to balloon or

swell, discontinue use immediately. If charging
or discharging, discontinue and disconnect.
Continuing to use, charge or discharge a battery
that is ballooning or swelling can result in fi re.

• Always store the battery at room temperature

in a dry area for best results.

• Always transport or temporarily store the

battery in a temperature range of 40–120º F
(5–49° C). Do not store the battery or model in a
car or direct sunlight. If stored in a hot car, the
battery can be damaged or even catch fi re.

• Always charge batteries away from

fl ammable materials.

• Always inspect the battery before charging.
• Always disconnect the battery after charging,

and let the charger cool between charges.

• Always constantly monitor the temperature

of the battery pack while charging.

• ONLY USE A CHARGER SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED

TO CHARGE LI-PO BATTERIES. Failure to charge
the battery with a compatible charger may
cause a fi re resulting in personal injury and/or
property damage.

• Never discharge Li-Po cells to below 3V

under load.

• Never cover warning labels with hook and

loop strips.

• Never leave charging batteries unattended.
• Never charge batteries outside

recommended levels.

• Never charge damaged batteries.
• Never attempt to dismantle or alter the charger.
• Never allow minors to charge battery packs.
• Never charge batteries in extremely hot or

cold places (recommended between 40–120° F
(5–49° C)) or place in direct sunlight.

Charging Warnings

CHARGING

(Solid Red)

........................

MAX CHARGE

(off )

...............................

LED Indications

Charging a fully discharged (not over-discharged)
150mAh battery takes approximately 30–40
minutes.

CAUTION: Once charging is complete,
immediately remove the battery. Never

leave a battery connected to the charger.