LiPo Battery Charging Tips

• Always use a charger made to charge LiPo packs.
  
  
• Double check that the settings for the lithium polymer charger are correct for the pack being charged this includes the cell count as well as the current settings.
  
  
• In general, most lithium polymer batteries should be charged to no more than 4.2 volts per cell or depleted to less than 3.0 volts per cell.
  
  
• Ensure that charging leads are connected correctly. Reverse charging can lead to cell damage or a fire or explosion.
  
  
• Always charge LiPo batteries on surfaces that wont catch on fire such as cement, steel, ceramic or stone. Wooden tables and carpeted floors are not recommended charging surfaces.
  
  
• Do not charge batteries near flammable products or liquids.
  
  
• Never charge a LiPo battery while inside your model or other electronic device. If it catches fire it can lead to total destruction of the item it is being charged in.
  
  
• LiPo batteries should be charged within a temperature range of 0C to 50C. Batteries charged outside this temperature range may experience leakage, heat generation or cell damage.
  
  
• Never leave a charging lithium polymer battery pack unattended.
  
  
• Do not charge inside a vehicle, especially while driving.
  
  
• Do not store batteries inside an vehicle.
  
  
• Do not charge a lithium polymer battery pack at a rate over 1C.
  
  
• Never charge a LiPo pack that has ballooned or swelled due to over / under charging or from a crash.
  
  
• Never charge a lithium polymer battery pack that has been punctured or damaged in a crash.
  
  
• Never, under ANY circumstances let the positive and negative battery leads touch. It can lead to cell ballooning, cell damage or fire or an explosion.
  
  
• Have a fire extinguisher near the charging area or a large bucket of dry sand. Do not try to extinguish with water.
  
  
• If you notice your LiPo battery pack is swelling, stop the charging process immediately, put the battery in a safe container and observe it for 15 minutes.

LiPo Battery Handling & Storage

• Keep LiPo battery packs WELL out of reach of children.
  
  
• Do not put battery packs in pockets or bags where they can short circuit.
  
  
• Do not store or transport or store batteries where they can come into contact with sharp or metallic objects.
  
  
• Do not store your LiPo pack in extreme temperatures below 0C or above 50C.
  
  
• Always store your LiPo pack in a safe and non flammable container away from flammable objects. A LiPo Sack or metal / ceramic storage container is best.
  
  
• Always store your LiPos partially charged. They will maintain their performance levels over time and theres no need to cycle them unless stored for periods longer than 3-6 months.
  
  
• And never allow your Lithium Polymer battery to run flat!