B) Additional Information On Lithium Batteries - VOLTCRAFT V-CHARGE 300 TOUCH Handbuch

b) Additional information on lithium batteries

Modern batteries with lithium technology do not only have a clearly higher capacity than NiMH
or NiCd rechargeable battery packs but they also have a considerably lower weight. This
makes this type of rechargeable battery very interesting for application in model construction;
so-called LiPo batteries (lithium-polymer) are often used here.
Rechargeable lithium batteries require special care when charging/discharging, as well as
during operation and handling.
For this reason, we would like to provide you with some information in the sections below
about the dangers and how you can avoid them, thus helping such batteries to maintain their
performance for an extended period of time to come.
Additionally observe chapter 6. a).
• The outer shell of many rechargeable lithium batteries is only made of a thick foil
and therefore very sensitive.
Never destroy or damage the battery, never let the battery fall and do not pierce
the battery with any objects! Avoid any mechanical strain on the battery; never
pull the connection cables of the battery! There is a risk of fire and explosion!
These guidelines must also be observed when the battery is inserted into the
model or when it is removed from the model.
• Ensure that the battery does not overheat during usage, recharging, discharging,
transport or storage. Do not place the battery next to sources of heat (e.g. speed
controller, motor), keep the battery away from direct sunlight. There is a risk of
fire and explosion if the battery overheats!
The battery must never heat up to more than +60 °C (observe any additional
information from the manufacturer!).
• If the battery is damaged (e.g. after the crash of an aircraft or helicopter model)
or the exterior cover is soaked/has expanded, do not use the battery. Do not
charge it anymore. There is a risk of fire and explosion!
Handle the battery with care, use suitable protective gloves. Dispose of the
rechargeable battery environmentally compatibly.
• Only use a suitable charger to charge lithium batteries or use the correct charging
procedure. Due to a risk of fire and explosion, conventional chargers for NiCd,
NiMH and lead acid batteries must not be used!
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