ParkZone PKZU1480 - Manual (Page 5)

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Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC)
When a Li-Po battery is discharged below
3V, it will not hold a charge. The Pole Cat ESC
protects the fl ight battery from over-discharge
using Low Voltage Cutoff (LVC). Before the
battery charge decreases too much, LVC
removes power supply from the motor. Power
to the motor quickly decreases and increases,
showing some battery power is reserved for
fl ight control and safe landing.
When the motor power pulses, land the
aircraft immediately and recharge the
fl ight battery.
Disconnect and remove the Li-Po battery from
the aircraft after use to prevent trickle
discharge. Fully charge your Li-Po battery
before storing it. During storage, make sure
battery charge does not fall below 3V per cell.
For your fi rst fl ights, set your transmitter timer
or a stopwatch to 4 minutes. Adjust your
timer for longer or shorter fl ights once you
have fl own the model. Flights of 6 minutes or
more are achievable if using proper throttle
management.
NOTICE: Repeated fl ying to LVC will damage
the battery.
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The Battery Charger (EFLC1000) 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 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
and never charge dead or damaged
batteries.
• 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 or (5–49° C) or place in direct
sunlight.
Charging Warnings