ParkZone PKZ1700 - Manual (Page 3)

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Charging the Aircraft Battery
The ParkZone ® variable rate DC peak charger
uses unique peak detection circuitry that ensures
an accurate charge every time and protects your
Ni-Cd and Ni-MH batteries from the dangers of
over-charging. This charger continually monitors
the battery’s charge curve and automatically stops
charging when the peak charge is detected. The
peak detection charger will help avoid damage to
your Ni-Cd and Ni-MH cells.
Important: The battery should be charged shortly
before flying. If you charge the battery 12 to 24
hours prior to flying, you will need to “re-peak” the
battery before you fly.
WARNING! You cannot charge optional Li-Po battery
packs with the ParkZone variable rate DC peak
charger included with this kit. You must use use a
battery charger that is made specifically for Li-Po
batteries, such as the PKZ1040. Failure to
follow this warning could result in a fire.
WARNING! Do not leave the charger or battery
unattended during the charge process. While charg-
ing, place the battery on a heat resistant surface
and constantly monitor the temperature of the bat-
tery pack. If the battery becomes hot at any time
during the charge process, discontinue charging
immediately. It should only be warm to the touch,
and should not feel warm until it is almost done
charging. Do not allow children to charge battery
packs without adult supervision.
Step 2
Using Your Variable Rate DC Peak Charger
1. Using the dial on the side of the charger, set the
charge rate at 1.4 amps.
2. Connect the battery pack to the charger using
the included adapter.
3. Connect the charger to the 12V power outlet in
your automobile. The LED will continually blink
while the battery charges.
4. Charging is finished when the LED indicator
glows steadily. (40 minutes or less)
Note: The charge time is only an estimate of a fully
discharged battery pack. Actual charge times may
vary. Damage to the charger and battery will occur
if you exceed the maximum charge rate recom-
mended.
Variable Rate DC Peak
Detection Charger Features
• Variable charge rate from 0.5–1.8 amps
• Uses automobile 12V power outlet
• Charges 5- to 10-cell Ni-Cd and Ni-MH battery packs
• Trickle charge
• LED charge indicator