7. Notes on Batteries and Rechargeable Batteries
• Keep batteries/rechargeable batteries out of the reach of children.
• Do not leave any batteries/rechargeable batteries lying around openly. There is a risk of batteries being swallowed
by children or pets. In this case, see a doctor immediately!
• To charge the drive battery, remove it from the model and place it on a fire-proof surface. Keep a distance to
flammable objects.
• As the charger as well as the driving battery heat up during the charging process, it is necessary to ensure sufficient
ventilation. Never cover the charger or the drive battery! Of course, this also applies for all other chargers and
rechargeable batteries.
• Never charge rechargeable batteries unattended.
• Do not expose the charger or drive battery to high/low temperatures or to direct solar radiation.
• When dealing with rechargeable batteries, observe the specific safety information of the manufacturer!
• Disconnect the drive battery from the charger when it is fully charged.
• Chargers may only be operated in dry rooms. Charges and drive batteries must not get damp or wet.
• Batteries/rechargeable batteries must never be short-circuited, disassembled or thrown into fire. There is a danger
of explosion!
• Leaking or damaged batteries/rechargeable batteries can cause chemical burns to skin at contact; therefore, use
suitable protective gloves.
• Do not recharge normal batteries. There is a risk of fire and explosion! Only charge rechargeable batteries intended
for this purpose. Use suitable battery chargers.
• When inserting batteries/rechargeable batteries or when connecting a battery pack observe correct polarity
(observe plus/+ and minus/-).
• If the device is not used for an extended period of time (e.g. storage), remove the inserted batteries (or rechargeable
batteries) from the remote control to avoid damage from leaking batteries/rechargeable batteries.
• Recharge the NiMH batteries about every 3 months. Otherwise, so-called deep discharge may result, rendering the
rechargeable batteries useless.
• Always replace the entire set of batteries or rechargeable batteries. Never mix fully charged batteries/rechargeable
batteries with partially discharged ones. Always use batteries or rechargeable batteries of the same type and
manufacturer.
• Never mix batteries and rechargeable batteries!
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