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Notes on Batteries and Rechargeable Batteries
Important!
Make sure to observe the following information and safety information when handling batteries or recharge-
able batteries.
There is danger to life through an electric shock if not observed. There also is a risk of fire and explosion.
• 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. If swallowed, consult 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 flam-
mable objects.
• As the charger as well as the drive 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 other chargers and rechar-
geable batteries.
• Never leave batteries unattended while charging them.
• Do not expose the charger or drive battery to high/low temperatures, moisture 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.
• 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 on contact; therefore, use
suitable protective gloves.
• Do not recharge normal, non-rechargeable batteries. There is a risk of fire and explosion! Charge only rechargeable
batteries intended for this; use suitable chargers.
• Observe to correct polarity (observe plus/+ and minus/-) when inserting the battery (or rechargeable battery) into the
transmitter or connecting the drive battery to the model.
• If is not used for an extended period of time (e.g. storage), remove the inserted battery (or rechargeable battery)
from the remote control to avoid damage from a leaking battery.
• Recharge the NiMH batteries no later than every 3 months. Otherwise, so-called deep discharge may result, rende-
ring the rechargeable batteries useless.
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