User Manual

Recoil
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Charging Warnings
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The included Battery Charger is designed to safely balance
and charge the Li-Po battery.
CAUTION: All instructions and warnings must be
followed exactly. Mishandling of Li-Po batteries can
result in a fire, personal injury, and/or property damage.
• NEVER LEAVE CHARGING BATTERIES UNATTENDED.
• NEVER CHARGE BATTERIES OVERNIGHT.
• By handling, charging or using the included Li-Po battery,
you assume all risks associated with lithium batteries.
• If at any time the battery begins to balloon or swell,
discontinue use immediately.
• If charging or discharging, discontinue and disconnect.
Continuing to use, charge or discharge a battery that is
ballooning or swelling can result in fire.
• Always store the battery at room temperature in a dry area
for best results.
• Always transport or temporarily store the battery in a
temperature range of 40–120º F (5–49º C). Do not store
battery or aircraft in a car or direct sunlight.
• If stored in a hot car, the battery can be damaged or even
catch fire.
• Always charge batteries away from flammable materials.
• Always inspect the battery before charging and never
charge damaged batteries.
• Always disconnect the battery after charging, and let the
charger cool between charges.
• Always constantly monitor the temperature of the battery
pack while charging.
• ONLY USE A CHARGER SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED TO
CHARGE LI-PO BATTERIES.
• Failure to charge the battery with a compatible charger
may cause fire resulting in personal injury and/or property
damage.
• Never discharge Li-Po cells to below 3V under load.
• Never cover warning labels with hook and loop strips.
• Never charge batteries outside recommended levels.
• Never attempt to dismantle or alter the charger.
• Never allow minors to charge battery packs.
• Never charge batteries in extremely hot or cold places
(recommended between 40–120° F or 5–49° C) or place in
direct sunlight.
As the product user, you are solely responsible for operating
it in a manner that does not endanger yourself and others or
result in damage to the product or the property of others.
• When handling and/or transporting your boat, always
pick up the boat from the front, keeping all moving parts
pointed away from you.
• Always keep a safe distance in all directions around
your model to avoid collisions or injury. This model is
controlled by a radio signal subject to interference from
many sources outside your control. Interference can
cause momentary loss of control.
• Always operate your model in open spaces away from
full-size vehicles, traffic and people.
• Always carefully follow the directions and warnings
for this and any optional support equipment (chargers,
rechargeable battery packs, etc.).
• Always keep all chemicals, small parts and anything
electrical out of the reach of children.
• Always avoid water exposure to all equipment not
specifically designed and protected for this purpose.
Moisture causes damage to unprotected electronics.
• Never place any portion of the model in your mouth as it
could cause serious injury or even death.
• Never operate your model with low transmitter batteries.
Safety Precautions and Warnings
NOTICE
MEANING OF SPECIAL LANGUAGE
All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, LLC. For up-to-date product
literature, visit http://www.horizonhobby.com and click on the support tab for this product.
The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product:
WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral damage, and serious injury OR create a high
probability of superficial injury.
CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of serious injury.
NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage AND little or no possibility of injury.
Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.
WARNING: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before operating. Failure to operate the
product correctly can result in damage to the product, personal property and cause serious injury.
This is a sophisticated hobby product. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate
this Product in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other property. This product is not intended for use by
children without direct adult supervision. Do not use with incompatible components or alter this product in any way outside of the instructions provided
by Horizon Hobby, LLC. This manual contains instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and
warnings in the manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.
WARNING AGAINST COUNTERFEIT PRODUCTS: Always purchase from a Horizon Hobby, LLC authorized dealer to ensure authentic high-
quality Spektrum product. Horizon Hobby, LLC disclaims all support and warranty with regards, but not limited to, compatibility and performance of
counterfeit products or products claiming compatibility with DSM or Spektrum technology.