Traxxas 6809L - Manual (Page 5)

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Low-Voltage Detection on the speed control is just one part of a
comprehensive plan for safe LiPo battery use.
It is critical for you,
the user, to follow all other instructions supplied by the battery
manufacturer and the charger manufacturer for proper charging,
use, and storage of LiPo batteries. Make sure you understand
how to use your LiPo batteries.
Be aware that Traxxas shall not
be liable for any special, indirect, incidental, or consequential
damages arising out of the installation and/or use of LiPo batteries
in Traxxas models. If you have questions about LiPo battery usage,
please consult with your local hobby dealer or contact the battery
manufacturer. As a reminder, all batteries should be recycled at the
end of their useful life.
TERMS OF USE - The buyer assumes all risk associated with using this
product. Traxxas, its affiliates, manufacturers, distributors, and retail
partners cannot control the use, application, charging, or installation
of this product and shall not be held responsible for any accident,
injury to persons, or damage to property resulting from the use of
this product.
After reading all, if you do not agree with these terms and conditions
and are not prepared to accept complete liability for the use of this
product, return this product immediately in new/unused condition
to your place of purchase. Your retailer absolutely cannot accept
product for return or exchange if it has been used in any way.
If you have any questions, call Traxxas Customer Support at
1-888-TRAXXAS (1-888-872-9927). Outside the US, call +1-972-265-
8000 or e-mail [email protected].
Important Warnings for users of Lithium Polymer (LiPo)
batteries:
Lithium Polymer (LiPo) batteries are significantly
more volatile than other rechargeable batteries.
ONLY use a Lithium Polymer (LiPo) balance charger with a balance
adapter to charge LiPo batteries, such as the Traxxas EZ-Peak Plus
Charger, part #2933, or the 2-Cell/3-Cell LiPo Balance Charger.
Never use NiMH or NiCad-type chargers or charge modes to charge
LiPo batteries. The use of a NiMH or NiCad charger or charge mode
will damage the batteries and may cause fire and personal injury.
Never charge LiPo battery packs in series or parallel with this
charger. Charging packs in series or parallel may result in improper
charger cell recognition and an improper charging rate that may
lead to overcharging, cell imbalance, cell damage, and fire.
• ALWAYS inspect your LiPo batteries carefully before charging.
Look for any loose leads or connectors, damaged wire insulation,
damaged cell packaging, impact damage, fluid leaks, swelling (a
sign of internal damage), cell deformity, missing labels, or any other
damage or irregularity. If any of the above conditions are observed,
do not charge or use the battery pack.
• Do not store or charge LiPo batteries with or around other batteries
or battery packs of any type, including other LiPos.
• Store and transport your LiPo batteries in a cool, dry place. Do not
store in direct sunlight. Do not allow the storage temperature to
exceed 140°F or 60°C or the cells may be damaged and risk of fire
created.
• DO NOT disassemble LiPo batteries or cells.
• DO NOT attempt to build your own LiPo battery pack from loose
cells.
• ALWAYS proceed with caution and use good common sense at all
times.
Charging and Handling Precautions/Warnings
• ALWAYS proceed with caution and use good common sense at all
times.
• Children require adult supervision while using this charger.
• DO NOT let any exposed battery contacts or wires touch each other.
This will cause the battery to short circuit and create the risk of fire.
• While charging, ALWAYS place the battery (all types of batteries) in
a fire retardant/fire proof container and on a non-flammable surface
such as concrete.
• NEVER charge batteries on wood, cloth, carpet, or on any other
flammable material.
• ALWAYS charge batteries in a well-ventilated area.
• REMOVE flammable items and combustible materials from the
charging area.
• DO NOT operate the charger in a cluttered space or place objects on
top of the charger or battery.
• If any battery or battery cell is damaged in any way, DO NOT charge,
discharge, or use the battery.
• Keep a Class D fire extinguisher nearby in case of fire.
• BEFORE you charge, ALWAYS confirm that the charger settings
exactly match the type (chemistry), specification, and configuration
of the battery to be charged.
• DO NOT use the 2-3 cell LiPo charger, part #2935, to charge NiMH
batteries.
• DO NOT exceed the battery manufacturer’s maximum
recommended charge rate.
• DO NOT disassemble, crush, short circuit, or expose the batteries or
cells to flame or any other source of ignition.
• If a battery gets hot to the touch (temperature greater than
110°F/43°C) during the charging process, immediately disconnect
the battery from the charger and discontinue charging.
• DO NOT leave the charger and battery unattended while charging,
discharging, or anytime the charger is ON with a battery connected.
If there are any signs of a malfunction, unplug the power source
and/or stop the charging process immediately.
• ALWAYS unplug the charger from the wall outlet and disconnect
the battery when not in use.
• DO NOT operate the charger inside of an automobile.
• AVOID short-circuits by always connecting the charge cable to
the charger first and then to the battery to charge or discharge.
Remember to always reverse this procedure when disconnecting
the battery.
• NEVER connect more than one battery at a time to the charger.
• DO NOT disassemble the charger.
• REMOVE the battery from your model or device before charging.
• DO NOT expose the charger to water or moisture.
• ALWAYS store battery packs safely out of the reach of children and
pets.
• DO NOT charge batteries if you observe ANY of the following
conditions:
- Batteries that are fully charged or have been only slightly
discharged.
- Batteries that are hot (temperature greater than 110°F/43°C)
- Batteries that are not expressly stated by the manufacturer to be
suitable to accept the power output (voltage and amperage) the
charger delivers during the charging process.
- Batteries that are damaged or defective in any way. Examples of
damage or defects include, but are not limited to: batteries with
dented cells, damaged or frayed wires, loose connections, fluid
leaks, corrosion, plugged vents, swelling, cell deformity, impact
damage, missing labels, melted components, or any other signs of
damage.
- Battery packs that have been altered from original manufacturer
configuration.
- Non-rechargeable batteries (explosion hazard)
- Batteries that have an internal charge circuit or a protection circuit.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS