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R&E Stricker Reha-Entwicklungen GmbH
Additional instructions for use Lipo Smart, Smart Wild
Operation
Do not open the case of the battery. Do not
disassemble the battery. Damage to the battery
cells or contact with oxygen can lead to re and
explosion. Opening the battery voids the warranty.
FIRE FIGHTING
Do not attempt to extinguish lithium-ion batteries
with water or other liquids in the event of a re.
Battery cell manufacturers recommend sand as
the only extinguishing agent. There is a risk of
explosion in a re.
Extinguish lead-gel batteries with water, foam or
CO2. In the event of a re with lead-gel batteries,
dangerous gases can be formed. Under no
circumstances should you inhale the gases.
5.1.2 Charging process
WARNING
Do not leave the battery unattended while
charging.
Only charge the battery at temperatures between
0 and 40 °C. A charging process outside the
temperature range is automatically canceled by
the battery. To optimize the service life, charge the
battery at temperatures of 10-30 °C.
Charge the battery in a sufciently ventilated,
dry and dust-free environment. Make sure there
is sufcient air circulation during the charging
process.
Do not charge the battery in the vicinity of
ammable substances (solids, liquids, gases).
Protect the battery from moisture when charging.
Do not charge the battery in areas where water
could condense on the battery or charger. Only
use the charger when it is completely dry. If
condensation has formed, let the charger dry
completely before charging.
Only use the charger supplied to charge the
battery. Using any other charger could result in
malfunction, damage, defect, ignition or explosion.
Do not charge the battery with a defective charger.
Replace a defective charger immediately.
Do not use a charger that has been shocked
or dropped. Do not open or repair the charger
yourself.
Do not charge damaged batteries.
Avoid unnecessary charging and do not charge the
battery for long periods of time when you are not
using it.
The battery will automatically stop charging as
soon as the battery is fully charged. When the
charging process is complete, rst disconnect the
charger from the mains socket and then from the
battery.
Do not carry the charger by the power cord or the
charging cable. Do not pull on the power cord to
disconnect the charger from the power outlet. Do
not apply pressure to the cables and connectors
or pinch them. There is a risk of electric shock or
ignition.
Position the charger so that nobody can step on or
trip over the cable or charger. Protect the charger
and all associated components from other harmful
inuences or loads.
5.1.3 Storage
Do not store the batteries in places that will be
exposed to heat for a long time (sunlit car trunk,
garden shed, etc.). The service life of the battery
depends, among other things, on the storage
conditions.
Use your car only for transport, not for storing or
keeping the battery.
For an optimal service life, store the battery at
18-23 °C and a maximum humidity of 80%. Do not
expose the battery to moisture (rain, snow, etc.)
when storing it.
Before storing, charge the battery according
to the specications of the respective battery
(“7.4 storage”). Check the charge level at least
every three months and recharge the battery if
necessary.
Make sure that the battery is stored protected
from damage and unauthorized access.
Store the battery out of the reach of children.
6 Operation
WARNING
Switch off the battery when connecting or
disconnecting the wheelchair and maneuvering or
alternatively turn the speed control on the handle
to 0 to prevent unintentional driving off when
moving the cranks.