ParkZone PKZ1980 - Manual (Page 4)

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• Never charge the battery
unattended. When charging the
battery you should always remain
in constant observation to monitor
the charging process and react to
potential problems that may occur.
• After flight, the battery must be cooled to ambient temperature
before charging.
• DO NOT USE A NiCd OR NiMH CHARGER. Failure to charge the
battery with a compatible charger may cause fire resulting in
personal injury and/or property damage.
• It is not recommended to “top-off” a fully charged or near
fully charged Li-Po battery. Attempting to do so may cause the
charger to overcharge the battery, resulting in damage to the
battery and possible fire. If the voltage of each cell within the
battery is approximately 4.1V or higher, it is best to discharge
the battery for at least a short time before attempting to charge
it. Do not charge a 3S (11.1V nominal) battery if it is at or above
12.3V Li-Po cells should NEVER be charged to more than 4.2V.
Any cell that is charged to a voltage higher than 4.2V may be
damaged and could catch fire
• If at any time the battery begins to balloon or swell,
discontinue charging or discharging immediately. Quickly and
safely disconnect the battery. Continuing to charge or discharge
a battery that has begun to balloon or swell can result in a fire.
• Store the battery at room temperature in a dry area for best
results.
• When transporting or temporarily storing the battery the
temperature range should be from 40–120º F (4–49º 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 fire.
• Do not over-discharge the Li-Po flight battery. Discharging
the battery too low can cause damage to the battery resulting
in reduced power, duration or failure of the battery. (See details
below).
• Li-Po cells should not be discharged to below 3V each under
load.
• Never leave the Li-Po battery plugged in to the airplane after
completing a flight. The battery must be disconnected before
powering off the transmitter after every flight.
In the case of the Li-Po battery used for the F4F Wildcat, you will
not want to allow the battery to fall below 3V per cell during
flight.
Charging the Flight Battery
Battery Warnings
ONLY
The charger included with your F4F Wildcat uses unique circuitry
that ensures an accurate charge every time and protects your
Lithium Polymer battery from the dangers of overcharging. This
charger continually monitors the battery and automatically
stops charging when the battery is fully charged.
DC Li-Po Balancing Charger Features
• Charges 3-cell lithium polymer battery packs at 1-amp
• LED charge status indicator
• 12V accessory outlet input cord—you must charge the included
Li-Po battery pack with a Li-Po specific charger only (such as the
included charger).
1. The 12V DC 3S Li-Po balancing charger provides a charge
current of 1 amp. The typical charge time for the included 11.1V
1300mAh Li-Po is approximately 1 hour.
2. Locate the safety charge lead on the battery pack. Connect
the battery pack to the charger. Charge through the balance
lead on the battery pack. The blue EC3™ connector will remain
disconnected when using the included charger.
3. Connect the charger to a 12V power outlet in a vehicle
or purchase the AC adapter (HBZ1004) to allow charging
from a wall outlet. Please note that some 12V outlets require
your vehicle to be running for the outlet to be operational.
The LED will continually blink while the battery charges. It is
not recommended to charge batteries while the vehicle is in
motion.
4. Charging is finished when the LED indicator glows steadily.
WARNING: Failure to use the proper charger for a Li-Po
battery can result in serious damage, and if left charging
long enough, will cause a fire. ALWAYS use caution when
charging Li-Po batteries.
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Never leave
charging Batteries
unattended.
Always charge
Batteries away from
flammable materials.