TrakPower VR-1 Dual Racing Charger - Manual (Page 18)

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B. LINEAR: Linear current is pulled from the battery and discharges without stopping. The
internal resistance is measured only one time after starting discharge. This is measured 3
minutes after starting discharge.
4. When discharge has fi nished, a chime will sound. Press the ESC button and disconnect the
battery for use. You can recall information relating to the discharge by pressing the < or > keys.
CYCLING NICD AND NIMH BATTERIES
1. To cycle NiCd or NiMH batteries: With the correct memory model loaded or necessary
programming completed, scroll to the “CYCLE” icon. Press the > key to enter Cycle Setup to
change parameters or pressing the dial for 2 seconds will begin the cycle process.
2. After pressing the dial for two seconds, a CYCLE START screen will appear. On this screen,
the charge and discharge process type may be changed. See charge and discharge sections
located on page 16 and above for an in depth description for each type.
3. Once the 5 second timer expires, the cycle process will begin. To speed things up, press and
hold the dial until the chime sounds. A connection check will take place and the cycle process
will begin.
Lithium Batteries
CARE AND HANDLING OF LIPO, LI-ION AND LIFE BATTERIES
• WARNING!! DO NOT try to charge lithium-polymer (LiPo) or lithium-ion (Li-Ion) or LiFe cells
in the same way as other battery types! Always read the instructions that are included
with your lithium batteries carefully before use. Failure to follow these care and handling
instructions can quickly result in severe, permanent damage to the batteries and their
surroundings and even start a FIRE!
• ALWAYS charge lithium batteries in a fi reproof location, which could be a LiPo bag such as
GPMP0751 or a container made of metal or ceramic tile. Monitor the area with a smoke or
fi re alarm, and have a lithium approved fi re extinguisher available at all times.
• NEVER attempt to extinguish a lithium fi re with water or non-lithium approved fi re extinguisher!
Always have a lithium approved “Class D” fi re extinguisher ready.
• ALWAYS provide adequate ventilation around LiPo/Li-Ion/LiFe batteries during charge, while in
use, and during storage.
• NEVER allow LiPo, Li-Ion or LiFe cells to overheat at any time, as they can and usually will
become physically damaged could possibly EXPLODE or catch FIRE!! If a battery becomes
overheated (over 140°F, 60°C), disconnect it from the charger IMMEDIATELY!
• NEVER continue to charge LiPo, Li-Ion or LiFe batteries if the charger fails to recognize full
charge. LiPo and LiFe cells which swell or emit smoke may be in an overcharge condition and
should be disconnected from the charger immediately.
• NEVER set the charger’s LiPo/Li-Ion/LiFe battery voltage settings to a voltage that is HIGHER than
the nominal rating of the battery itself, as such cells cannot handle overcharging in any way.
• NEVER charge LiPo, Li-Ion of LiFe batteries at currents greater than “1C” rating of the battery,
or the maximum rated current as specifi ed by the battery’s manufacturer.
• NEVER allow LiPo cells to come in contact with moisture or water at any time.
• NEVER allow the internal electrolyte from LiPo, Li-Ion or LiFe batteries to get in the eyes or on
the skin – wash affected areas immediately if they come in contact with the electrolyte and
contact your physician!
• NEVER attempt to use the charger’s NiCd and NiMH functions for LiPo or Li-Ion batteries.
• ALWAYS keep LiPo batteries away from children.