General Information - VOLTCRAFT B6 Notice D'emploi

6. Notes on the accumulators
Despite the fact that batteries, both rechargeable and non-rechargeable, have become a
normal part of today's life, there are still numerous dangers and problems involved. In
particular with LiPo/LiIon/LiFe rechargeable batteries with their high energy content (in
comparison with conventional NiCd or NiMH rechargeable batteries) various regulations must
be imperatively observed as otherwise there is danger of explosion and fire.
For this reason, always ensure that you have read and understood the following information
and safety measures when handling batteries.
a) General information
• Keep accumulators out of the reach of children. Always keep batteries out of
the reach of children. The same applies to chargers.
Batteries and accumulator chargers are not toys!
• Do not leave accumulators lying around openly. Children or pets may
swallow them. In such a case, seek instant medical attention!
• Accumulators must never be short-circuited, taken apart or thrown into fire.
There is a risk of fire and explosion!
• Leaking or damaged accumulators might cause acid burns when getting into
contact with skin. Therefore use suitable protective gloves.
• Do not recharge normal, non-rechargeable batteries. There is a risk of fire
and explosion!
Non-rechargeable batteries are meant to be used once only and must be
disposed of when empty.
Only charge batteries that are intended to be charged.
• Batteries must not get damp or wet.
• Please observe correct polarity (plus/+ and minus/-) on your model or
charger when connecting the rechargeable accumulator. Should you connect
the accumulator incorrectly, not only will the model be damaged but also the
accumulator. There is a risk of fire and explosion!
This charger has a mechanism that helps to protect against having the poles
incorrectly connected. Nonetheless, it is possible that incorrectly connected
the accumulator may lead to damage in certain situations.
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