alexsleat/projectChimaera — Issue #13: LiPo Batteries
Author: GarethG
Created: 2011-12-12 22:11:37+00:00
State: open

Recently there has been a fire in the lab involving LiPo Batteries;

The following rules MUST be adhered to when charging our LiPo batteries;
* Never leave charging batteries unattended
* Never charge batteries over night
* Always inspect the batteries for mechanical and electrical damage before charging.
* Never charge a battery with mechanical damage. Scrap the battery via the technical team.
* Always use a suitable charger/balancer.
* Always use a suitable charging bag.
* Never charge unbalanced batteries.
* Always ensure the flap of the charging bag is sealed whilst charging.
* Always ensure the battery, in the charging bag, is on a non flammable surface during charging in an area with smoke detectors fitted.
* Always use separate areas for battery charging and storage.

Also we need a new Fire bag ;)