Battery Safety Information - Reely Raptor 6S Notice D'emploi

7. Battery safety information

Although handling non-rechargeable and rechargeable batteries in daily life is a matter of course
today, there are numerous hazards and problems. Compared with conventional NiMH rechargeable
batteries, LiPo rechargeable batteries have a high energy content. For this reason, it is essential to
comply with safety regulations to prevent the risk of a fire or explosion.
Always observe the following safety information when handling batteries.
• Keep non-rechargeable/rechargeable batteries out of the reach of children.
• Do not leave non-rechargeable/rechargeable batteries lying around, as they present a choking hazard
for children and pets. Seek immediate medical advice if a battery is swallowed!
• Non-rechargeable/rechargeable batteries must never be short-circuited, taken apart or thrown into fire.
There is a risk of explosion!
• If you do not plan to use the model for an extended period (e.g. during storage), remove the batteries
from the remote control to prevent them from leaking and causing damage. Completely disconnect the
drive rechargeable batteries from the speed controller and remove them from the vehicle.
• When handling leaking or damaged non-rechargeable/rechargeable batteries, always use suitable
protective gloves to avoid burning your skin.
• Liquids leaking from batteries are very chemically aggressive. Objects or surfaces coming into contact
with these liquids could be severely damaged. Always store batteries in a suitable location that is not
prone to damage.
• Do not attempt to recharge disposable, non-rechargeable batteries. This may cause a fire or explosion!
Only recharge compatible rechargeable batteries and ensure that you use a suitable battery charger.
• Observe the correct polarity when inserting batteries/rechargeable batteries or connecting drive
rechargeable batteries (observe plus/+ and minus/-).
• Never mix non-rechargeable batteries with rechargeable batteries. The remote control can be powered
with disposable or rechargeable batteries.
• Always exchange the entire set of batteries in the remote control. Do not mix full batteries with half-full
ones. Always use batteries of the same type and from the same manufacturer.
• The type of charger you require may vary depending on the type of rechargeable battery (NiMH, LiPo....).
For example, you should never charge LiPo batteries with a NiMH battery charger. This may cause a
fire or explosion!
• A suitable balancer (usually already integrated in good LiPo chargers) is required to charge multi-cell
LiPo rechargeable batteries. A balancer (often referred to as an equaliser) prevents the overcharging of
a single LiPo cell by checking the individual cell voltages.
Overcharging a LiPo battery cell (max. cell voltage 4.24 V) can cause the battery to expand or even
result in a fire or explosion.
• Only charge intact and undamaged batteries. Do not charge batteries if the external insulation or battery
housing is damaged, or if the battery is deformed or swollen. This may cause a fire or explosion!
• Never charge batteries immediately after use. Always allow them to cool down for at least 5–10 minutes.
• Always remove the drive battery from the model before charging it. Before charging the drive
rechargeable batteries, completely disconnect them from the speed controller.
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