Great Planes GPMP0751 User Manual

INSTRUCTIONS

This SafeCharge LiPo Charge Bag is intended to help reduce the

effects that might occur if a LiPo (lithium-polymer) battery experiences
a failure while being charged. If a LiPo battery suffers damage while

being charged inside the SafeCharge LiPo Charge bag, the high­temperature material and coating will add a layer of safety to suppress fl ames
from exiting the bag. The protection provided by the SafeCharge bag IS

LIMITED as explained below.

IMPORTANT: The SafeCharge LiPo Charge Bag cannot guarantee

100% protection for all surroundings if a LiPo battery does catch

fi re while inside. Read this manual entirely before use! ElectriFly will

not be held responsible for any and all incidental damages and harm
that may result from improper use of the SafeCharge LiPo Battery Charge Bag. By
purchasing and using this product, the buyer/user agrees to bear all responsibilities
of these risks and not hold ElectriFly and/or its distributors (owners and employees)
responsible for any accidents, injury to persons, or property damage. If you do

not agree with these conditions, please return the SafeCharge bag to the
place of purchase.

Glossary of Terms

Nominal voltage (V): a unit of voltage that one
might expect to measure on a LiPo cell or pack
at any given test point. This is not the minimum or
maximum possible voltage. If not printed on the
battery’s label, consult your LiPo battery supplier or
determine the proper pack voltage as shown here.

Capacity and milliamp hours (mAh): the amount
of energy a battery can store is called its capacity. A battery’s capacity is rated in

“mAh” or milliamp hours, and should be printed on the battery’s label.

Class “D” type fi re extinguisher: unlike common household fi re extinguishers,

class “D” type extinguishers produce an even fl ow of powderized dry chemicals
to smother fi res which involve metals such as magnesium, sodium, potassium,
uranium, powdered aluminum, etc. Lithium-polymer batteries do contain tiny
metallic substances and CANNOT be extinguished with a common household
fi re extinguisher. Confi rm the ratings on the fi re extinguisher’s label to determine
whether it’s a Class “D” extinguisher (often being yellow in color).

Number of Cells

Wired In Series

1 3.7V

2 7.4V(“2S”)

3 (“3S”) 11.1V

Pack Voltage

Nominal

Charging a LiPo Battery

IMPORTANT WARNINGS!

DO NOT attempt to charge a LiPo battery which has a nominal

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voltage rating greater than 11.1 volts and/or a rated capacity greater
than 3200mAh inside the SafeCharge LiPo Charge Bag. Exceeding these
maximum ratings could result in a fi re which could exit the bag and damage
the surroundings and/or cause personal injury.

NEVER attempt to charge LiPo cells in the same way as other battery types!

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Failure to follow proper care and handling instructions for LiPo batteries can result
in the batteries catching on FIRE!

NEVER leave the area while the battery is being charged!

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NEVER allow LiPo batteries to overheat at any time. Cells which exceed 140°F

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(60°C) during charge can become damaged and catch FIRE!! Monitor the charge

process regularly until complete.

If the battery becomes hot, swells, or emits smoke, it’s an indication the battery

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has become damaged and is prone to rupture / fail. If a battery fl ames while inside
the bag, the outer surface of the bag itself could become hot.

NEVER place the battery and SafeCharge bag on or near fl ammable objects

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while in use, such as on carpeting, cluttered workbench, paper, plastic, vinyl, leather,
wood, kitchen or coffee table, inside any vehicle (full-scale or R/C), or any other
item that could melt, combust, or ignite.

It’s highly recommended to have a Class “D” type fi re extinguisher nearby while

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the battery is being charged. A class “D” fi re extinguisher can extinguish a LiPo
fi re, and help to minimize the amount of heat and smoke which might be emitted
from the bag. Do NOT use a common household type fi re extinguisher as it is not
capable of extinguishing a LiPo fi re.

If a battery fl ames inside the bag, smothering the bag with sand is another way

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to extinguish the fi re.

Do not attempt to charge batteries that have been damaged in a crash or are

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known to be bad.

Closely follow all safety instructions that accompany the battery and charger

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which will be used.

1. Before each use, inspect the SafeCharge bag thoroughly to ensure no physical
damage exists (holes, cracks, burns, etc.). If damaged, the SafeCharge bag is
NO LONGER SAFE to use and should be disposed.

ALWAYS fi nd a safe location to charge the battery inside the SafeCharge bag.

2.
Place the SafeCharge bag on a surface that will not become damaged if a
fi re occurs inside and heats the outside of the bag, such as inside an empty
ammunition box, fl ower pot, on a ceramic tile, brick, cinder block, etc. It’s also
highly recommended that this location be very well ventilated where smoke cannot
build, and away from other fl ammables such as walls, hangings, low ceilings, etc.

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Placing the bag, charger, and battery in the center of an open garage away
from vehicles, walls, etc. is one suggestion. Pay close attention to all warning
statements listed above before proceeding.

3. Connect the LiPo battery to a LiPo compatible charger, but do NOT start charge
at this time. It is the user’s responsibility to select an appropriate charger and
settings for the LiPo battery to be charged. Refer to the instructions provided
with the battery and charger. Do not charge a battery inside the SafeCharge
bag that is rated above 11.1V and/or 3200mAh nominal.

4. Open all snaps, open the bag and place the battery inside as far down into the
bag as possible.

5. Route the wires from the
battery and charger through
the small gap located on either
side of the bag near where the
fl ap closes (see picture).

6. Close ALL SNAPS, ensuring
a tight connection for each.

7. Command the charger to start
charge.

8. Stand by to monitor the
charging.

In the Event of a Fire – Safety and Disposal

IMPORTANT! If a battery catches fi re while inside the SafeCharge
Bag, always maintain a safe distance from the fi re! Do NOT attempt
to remove a hot or swollen battery from the bag. Do not attempt
to touch the bag as it may be very hot. Stay upwind and avoid
inhaling the smoke!

1. Interrupt power to the battery or to the charger (whichever is safest). Either
disconnect the connection to the battery, or on the input of the charger.

2. ONLY IF SAFE TO DO SO, fi ght the fi re. Use a “class D” fi re extinguisher, or
completely cover the fl ame with sand.

3. Once the fl ame has been extinguished after approximately 30 minutes, or until
the bag and battery have cooled, move the bag with battery inside to a safe
location outdoors and follow the disposal instructions below.

DO NOT allow the internal electrolyte or smoke from a LiPo battery to get in the
eyes or on skin. Refer to the FIRST AID INSTRUCTIONS section on page 4.

Refer to the instructions with your battery, or ask the battery supplier for proper
instructions for disposal of a LiPo battery.

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Re-Using the SafeCharge LiPo Charging Bag

The SafeCharge LiPo Charging Bag can be re-used as long as (a) no physical

damage or wear is evident anywhere on the bag material itself, the seams, or on
the snaps, and (b) no fi re has previously occurred inside the bag.

IMPORTANT! If a fi re has occurred inside the SafeCharge

bag, do NOT attempt to re-use the bag as it will no longer provide
safe protection. Dispose of the bag.

First Aid Instructions

DO NOT allow the smoke or electrolyte from a LiPo battery to get in the eyes or
on skin. Wash affected areas of skin with soap and water immediately if they come
in contact with the electrolyte and seek attention from a physician. Do not inhale
gas vapors or smoke from a burning LiPo battery! If smoke or electrolyte makes
contact with the eyes, fl ush with large amounts of water for 15 minutes and seek
medical attention immediately! If a battery burns inside the SafeCharge bag, leave
the area and allow the batteries to cool and the vapors to dissipate. Remove spilled
liquid with absorbent towels and dispose.

Short and Long-Term LiPo Battery Storage

For short and long term storage, it’s recommended to place LiPo batteries inside
an empty metal ammunition can, and store in a dry location at room temperature,
away from sunlight, and away from children. Do NOT use the SafeCharge bag for
short or long term storage of LiPo batteries.

1 Year Limited Warranty – * U.S.A and Canada Only

ElectriFly warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship
for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase. During that period, ElectriFly will,
at its option, replace without service charge any product deemed defective due to
those causes. You will be required to provide proof of purchase (invoice or receipt).

This warranty does not cover damage caused by abuse, misuse, alteration or accident.

If there is damage stemming from these causes within the stated warranty period,
ElectriFly will, at its option, replace it for a service charge not greater than 50% of
its then current retail list price. Be sure to include your daytime telephone number
in case we need to contact you about your repair. This warranty gives you specifi c
rights. You may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.

For Technical Service and Support, please contact:

Hobby Services [phone]

3002 N. Apollo Drive, Suite 1 [e-mail]
Champaign, IL 61822 electrifl y.com

*For warranty information if purchased outside the USA or Canada, ask your retailer

for more information.

Made in U.S.A.

© 2010-2013 ElectriFly, a Hobbico company. 3059311 GPMP0751 Mnl

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