• Do not drive during thunderstorms, under high-voltage power lines or in the proximity of radio masts.
• Do not drive in rain, through wet grass, water, mud or snow. The receiver/controller unit in the vehicle
is splash-water protected, but the model is not water-resistant or water-tight. The transmitter must not
get damp or wet!
• Always keep the transmitter on while the vehicle is in operation.
8. Battery information and safety
a) General information
• Do not leave any batteries/rechargeable batteries lying around. There is a risk of batteries being swallowed by
children or pets. If swallowed, consult a doctor immediately!
• Batteries/rechargeable batteries must never be short-circuited, disassembled or thrown into fire. There is a danger
of explosion!
• Batteries/rechargeable batteries must not get damp or wet.
• Always observe the correct polarity (plus/+ and minus/-) when installing/inserting batteries.
• Leaking or damaged batteries/rechargeable batteries can cause chemical burns to skin. Wear suitable protective
gloves when handling them.
• Liquids leaking from batteries/rechargeable batteries are chemically highly aggressive. Objects or surfaces that
come into contact with them may take severe damage. Therefore, keep batteries/rechargeable batteries in a
suitable location.
b) Li-Ion battery
• Always observe the instructions of the manufacturer.
• Remove the battery from the model when you are not using it.
• Do not leave the battery unattended while charging.
• Observe that the battery is regularly run empty and then charged fully to maintain complete performance.
• Never charge the battery right after use. Always leave it to cool off first (at least 5 - 10 minutes) before charging.
• Always store the battery in a suitable battery container to prevent damage and/or short-circuits.
• Never damage the battery. Damaging the casing might cause an explosion or a fire!
• Do not charge the battery if the external insulation or housing is damaged, or if the battery is deformed or swollen.
This may cause a fire or explosion!
• The battery may be delivered uncharged and must be charged before use. Before it reaches its maximum capacity,
several complete discharge and charge cycles are necessary.
• Recharge the battery regularly (about every 2-3 months), since deep discharge may result otherwise, which will
damage it.
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