VENOM Stronghold Solo Operating Manual

OPERATING MANUAL

MANUAL DE FUNCIONAMIENTO • MANUELD'UTILISATION • BENUTZERHANDBUCH • 運用マニュアル

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SPECIFICATIONS

FEATURES

- Heavy-duty, stamped aluminum case

- Aluminum carry handle

- Designed to contain LiPO packs up to 60 Watt Hours

- Includes 2-6S JST XH balance block with extra long leads

- Hinged lid with polycarbonate window for easy battery observation

- Protective Rubber Feet

- Positive snap latch makes it a great carrying case for batteries

- Reusable - does not require replacement like a LiPO charge sack

Dimensions:

Weight:

Max Battery Size:

Case Material:

Window Material:

Balance Block:

9.25 x 6 x 4.25 in. (235 x 154 x 108 mm)

1.9 lbs
60 Wh
Aluminum
Polycarbonate
2-6S JST XH - Extra long leads

Compatible w/ Pro Charger, Stronghold 25A, and Medion Dual 10A charger.

INCLUDES:

Stronghold Solo Battery Box
2-6S Balance Block
with Extended leads

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THANK YOU

Thank you for purchasing the Venom Stronghold Solo battery-charging box. The
Stronghold was designed as a fire containment-charging box to help protect
surrounding surfaces and property from damage or destruction as the result of a
catastrophic battery failure. This design is meant to help control the release of gases
and fumes in a safe manner if a failure occurs. It is not a guarantee against damage,
but is meant to greatly reduce damage to surfaces and property. Be responsible and
observe proper charging techniques.

The use of the Stronghold Solo does not eliminate the risks of a lithium polymer battery
fire. Users should always follow the safety warnings, instructions and guidelines
provided by their battery and charger manufacturers in connection with this product.

1. Always use a charger specifically designed for the chemistry of the battery to be
charged. Never use NiCD or NiMH type chargers to charge LiPO batteries. Never
use a LiPO type charger to charge NiCD or NiMH batteries. Failure to do so will
damage the batteries and may cause fire and personal injury. When charging
NiMH batteries, you must use a linear charger with peak detection. Do not use a
timer charger. Charge battery at no higher than a 1C charge rate. To calculate your
battery’s 1C charge rate, divide the battery capacity (mAh) by 1000.

Example: 3000mah ÷ 1000 = 3amps, 4200mah ÷ 1000 = 4.2amps, etc.

2. Do not charge batteries on or near wood, cloth, carpet, in your model, or on or near
any other flammable material. Keep a chemical fire extinguisher nearby incase of
fire.

3. Never leave batteries unattended while charging. Always observe batteries when
charging so that you may react quickly to any problems that may occur.

4. If a battery is deformed, swollen or appears damaged, DO NOT CHARGE. Follow the
disposal instructions on pg. 3 to properly and safely dispose of the battery.

5. Any time you have an accident with your model or if the battery swells “balloons” or
if the battery exceeds temperature guidelines, follow these safety steps:

a. Immediately remove the battery pack from your model or charger.
b. Place the battery in a non-flammable, well ventilated area.
c. Observe the battery for 30 minutes from a safe distance.
d. After 30 minutes, if the pack appears stable, is not swollen and does
not show any signs of damage, return the battery pack to normal
use with caution.

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IMPORTANT (CONTINUED)

6. Do not let exposed battery wires touch each other. This may cause the
battery to short and potentially cause a fire.

7. Store your batteries in a cool, dry place between 40-80 Fº / 4-26 Cº. LiPO
batteries must be stored at 3.75-3.80 volts per cell to maintain capacity and
pack life. Do not store fully charged for longer than one week to prevent
damage.

8. Do not assemble unmatched or dissimilar LiPO, NiCD, or NiMH cells.

9. Store battery packs out of the reach of children and pets.

LIPO DISPOSAL INSTRUCTIONS

1. Discharge battery pack to 2.5 Volts per cell or less.

2. Fill a bucket with enough water to submerge the battery pack completely.

3. Add salt to the water until no more salt will dissolve; the water is now
saturated with salt.

4. Place the battery pack in the bucket and leave submerged in the salt water
solution for 24 hours.

5. Remove the battery pack from the salt water and test the voltage.

6. If the voltage does not read 0.0 Volts, re-submerge and re-test until the
voltage reads 0.0 Volts.

7. Once the battery pack has been discharged to 0.0 Volts, it is safe to discard
in the trash.

NOTE FOR USE

The Stronghold Solo was designed to accommodate Lithium Polymer batteries
(LiPO) up to 60-Watt Hours. Batteries larger than 60 Wh will not be properly
contained due to the expansive volume of Lithium Batteries.

Calculate Watt Hours

(Nominal Voltage x mAh)/1000 = Watt Hours

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Voltage Capacity (mAh) Watt Hours

7.4 3200 23.7

7.4 4000 29.6

7.4 5000 37.0

7.4 5800 42.9

7.4 8000 59.2

7.4 10000 74.0

11.1 2200 24.4

11.1 3200 35.5

11.1 4000 44.4

11.1 5400 59.9

11.1 6400 71.0

14.8 2200 32.6

14.8 3200 47.4

14.8 4000 59.2

14.8 5000 74.0

18.5 3200 59.2

18.5 4000 74.0

22.2 2200 48.8

22.2 2600 57.7

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WATT HOUR APPLICATION CHART

NOTE FOR USE

The Stronghold Solo was designed to accommodate Lithium Polymer batteries (LiPO)
up to 60-Watt Hours. Batteries larger than 60 Wh will not be properly contained due to
the expansive volume of Lithium Batteries.

Calculate Watt Hours

(Nominal Voltage x mAh)/1000 = Watt Hours

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1) Set up your Stronghold Solo and battery charger on a non-flammable surface away
from flammable objects, chemicals, or other potentially hazardous materials.

2) Insert the charge lead and the 2-6S balance block, if applicable, through the power
lead hole in the Stronghold Solo. Power to the charger should be turned off during
this step to prevent the possibility of shorting the wires if metal connectors touch
the sides of the Stronghold Solo.

3) Turn On power to your charger.

4) Connect battery to the charge leads and place inside Stronghold Solo.

5) Close the lid to the Stronghold Solo and secure with the lid latch.

6) Start charge procedure of the battery. Do not leave batteries unattended while
charging. Consult the charging instructions that came with your battery.

WHAT TO DO IF A BATTERY DOES FAIL

1) Allow the battery to finish the failure completely before approaching the box. Fumes,
flames and other chemicals are quite hazardous if inhaled or ingested. Be prepared
with a chemical fire extinguisher to put out any remaining parts of the battery. Allow
everything to cool down before handling.

2) Remove all power to the charger that was in use.

3) Wearing rubber gloves and eye protection, remove the remains of the failed battery
from the Stronghold Solo. Dispose of them in a plastic bag and place them in the
trash.

4) The Stronghold Solo can be re-used. Battery residue and soot can be washed out
with ordinary soap and water.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

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Venom™ warrants this product to be free of material and workmanship defects when new. Venom™ will at its
sole discretion repair or replace defective components free of charge within 90 days from date of purchase
or within 30 days for all electronic components. This warranty does not cover wear and tear, crash damage,
modifications, failure to perform routine maintenance, or any damages arising as a result of improper use. All
warranty claims are to be directed to Venom™ Customer Service at 1-800-705-0620 (208-762-0620) or
[e-mail].

Important Notice

Venom™ assumes sole responsibility for our products; therefore, dealers should not be involved in any
warranty issues. All warranty claims are to be directed to Venom™ Customer Service. Before returning
any defective product, please contact Venom™ Customer Service at 800-705-0620 (208-762-0620) or
[e-mail] to receive a Return Merchandise Authorization Number. A dated &
itemized sales receipt must accompany any product returned for warranty work.

RELEASE OF LIABILITY

Venom™, It’s affiliates, manufacturers, distributors, or retail partners shall not be held liable for any accident,
injury to persons, or damage to property resulting from use, misuse, or abuse of any Venom™ product. In
purchasing a Venom™ product the user agrees to accept responsibility for all such risks.

GUARANTEE

All products are inspected and adjusted individually before leaving the manufacturer and are guaranteed to be
free of material defects and manufacturing faults.

Notice of Rights

All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form by any means,
electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of
Venom™. For information on getting permission for reprints and excerpts, contact customerservice@venom­group.com.

Notice of Liability

The information in this manual is distributed on an “As Is” basis, without warranty. While every precaution
has been taken in the preparation of the manual, Venom™ does not have any liability to any person or entity
with respect to any loss or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by the information
contained in this manual or by the products described in it.

Charging and discharging batteries has the potential for serious injury to persons and damage to property. In
purchasing this product, the user agrees to accept responsibility for all such risks, and will not hold Venom™,
it’s affiliates, manufacturers, distributors, or retail partners responsible for any accident, injury to persons, or
damage to property resulting from the use of this product.

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

This product may contain sharp edges or objects that can cause cuts or other bodily injury. To prevent cuts or
other bodily injury, do not contact sharp edges or objects.

This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause Cancer, Birth Defects and other
Reproductive Harm. Be responsible, dispose of properly.

Actual product may vary from product shown.

GENERAL WARRANTY POLICIES

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ESPECIFICACIONES

CARACTERÍSTICAS

- Carcasa reforzada de aluminio estampado

- Asa de transporte de aluminio

- Diseñado para contener paquetes LiPO de hasta 60 vatios-hora

- Incluye el bloque de balance 2-6S JST XH con cables extralargos

- Tapa con bisagras con ventana de policarbonato para una fácil observación de la batería

- Pies protectores de goma

- Su pestillo de cierre lo convierte en una caja de transporte perfecta para baterías

- Reutilizable – No requiere recambio como un saco para carga de LiPO (LiPO sack)

Dimensions:

Peso:

Tamaño máximo de la batería:

Material de la carcasa:

Material de la ventana:

Bloque de balance:

9.25 x 6 x 4.25 in. (235 x 154 x 108 mm)
1,9 lbs
60 Wh
Aluminio
Policarbonato
2-6S JST XH. Cables extralargos.

Compatible con el cargador Pro Charger, Stronghold 25A y el cargador Medion Dual 10A.

INCLUYE:

Caja de batería Stronghold Solo
Bloque de balance 2-6S
con cables alargados

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GRACIAS

Gracias por comprar la caja para carga de baterías Stronghold Solo de Venom El Stronghold ha
sido diseñado como una caja de contención de fuego que protege las superficies de alrededor
y los artículos de sus propiedad de daños o de que queden destruídos. Este diseño pretende
controlar la emisión de gases de manera segura si se produce algún fallo. No representa
garantía alguna contra daños, pero su fin es reducir en gran medida los daños que se pudieran
producir en superficies y artículos de su propiedad. Sea responsable y respete las técnicas de
carga adecuadas.

El uso de Stronghold Solo no elimina el riesgo de que se produzca un incendio en la batería de
polímero de litio. Los usuarios deberían seguir siempre las advertencias, instrucciones y las
directrices de seguridad que proporcionen los fabricantes de sus baterías y cargadores en
relación con este producto.

1. Utilice siempre un cargador específicamente diseñado para el producto químico de la batería a

ser cargada. Nunca utilice cargadores tipo NiCD ni NiMH para cargar baterías LiPO. Nunca utilice
cargadores tipo LiPO para cargar baterías NiCD ni NiMH. En caso contrario, se estropearán las
baterías y podrían producirse incendios y daños personales. Cuando cargue baterías NiMH, debe
utilizar un cargador lineal con detector de picos. No utilice un cargador basado en un temporizador.
No cargue la batería a más de 1C de tasa de carga. Para calcular la tasa de batería 1C de su
batería, divida la capacidad de esta (mAh) entre 1000.

Ejemplo: 3000mah ÷ 1000 = 3amps, 4200mah ÷ 1000 = 4,2amps, etc.

2. No cargue las baterías sobre madera, tejidos, alfombra, dentro de su modelo o sobre cualquier otro
tipo de material inflamable. Tenga cerca un extintor de incendios químicos por si ardiera fuego.

3. Nunca deje las baterías sin supervisión cuando se estén cargando. Vigile siempre las baterías
cuando las cargue para poder reaccionar con rapidez ante cualquier problema que pueda surgir.

4. Si la batería está deformada, hinchada o parece dañada, NO LA CARGUE. Siga las instrucciones de
desecho de la página 3 para deshacerse de la batería de manera adecuada y segura.

5. En cualquier momento que tenga un accidente con su modelo o si a la batería le salen “burbujas” o
si excede la temperatura que especifican las directrices, siga los siguientes pasos de seguridad:

a. Saque inmediatamente el paquete de batería de su modelo o cargador.
b. Coloque la batería en una zona bien ventilada y no inflamable.
c. Vigile la batería durante 30 minutos desde una distancia segura.
d. Después de 30 minutos, si el paquete parece estable, no está hinchado y no muestra
señales de desperfectos, vuelva a hacer de él un uso normal teniendo mucha
precaución.

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6. No deje que los cables expuestos de la batería se toquen. Puede provocar
un cortocircuito en la batería e incendios.

7. Almacene las baterías en un sitio fresco y seco a una temperatura entre
40-80 Fº/ 4-26 Cº. Las baterías LiPO deben ser almacenadas a 3,75-3,80
voltios por celda para mantener la capacidad y la vida normal del paquete.
No las guarde totalmente cargadas durante más de una semana para
evitar daños.

8. No combine ni mezcle celdas desparejadas ni tampoco celdas LiPO, NiCD
o NiMH que sena diferentes.

9. Mantenga los paquetes de batería fuera del alcance de niños y animales
domésticos.

INSTRUCCIONES DE DESECHO DE LIPO

1. Descargue el paquete de batería hasta 2,5 voltios por celda o menos.

2. Llene un cubo con bastante agua como para sumergir completamente el
paquete de batería.

3. Añada sal al agua hasta que no se disuelva más; el agua estará entonces
saturada de sal.

4. Coloque el paquete de batería en el cubo y déjelo sumergido en la solución
de agua con sal durante 24 horas.

5. Extraiga el paquete de batería del agua salada y compruebe el voltaje.

6. Si no lee 0,0 voltios, vuelva a sumergirlo y compruébelo de nuevo hasta
que la lectura del voltaje sea de 0,0 voltios.

7. Una vez que el paquete de la batería se ha descargado hasta los 0,0
voltios, ya es seguro desecharlo en la basura.

NOTE FOR USE

The Stronghold Solo was designed to accommodate Lithium Polymer batteries
(LiPO) up to 60-Watt Hours. Batteries larger than 60 Wh will not be properly
contained due to the expansive volume of Lithium Batteries.