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Some kits will contain a black HobbyKing HKE4 charger.
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This charger is simpler and easier to use than the iMAX B6 charger,
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while retaining all of the functionality required for charging the batteries supplied with the kit.
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This charger is simpler and easier to use than the iMAX B6 charger, while retaining all of the functionality required for charging the batteries supplied with the kit.
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The charging lead is cable-tied to the charger and you must not remove this cable.
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The charging lead is terminated with 4mm bullet connectors, which present a very high risk of shorting the battery if removed from the charger.
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1. Unplug the battery from the charging lead, do not unplug the charging lead from the charger.
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1. Unplug the charger from the mains.
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Generally, the battery does not have to be charged to 100% every time you want
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to use it. However, before storing the battery for longer periods of time, it
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is best to charge it to approximately 70% because storing it with 100% charge
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puts stress on the battery, reducing its life.
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Generally, the battery does not have to be charged to 100% every time you want to use it.
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However, before storing the battery for longer periods of time, it is best to charge it to approximately 70% because storing it with 100% charge puts stress on the battery, reducing its life.
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* Always place the batteries in the provided battery safety bag when charging or when being stored.
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* Always follow the charging checklist precisely to make sure the charger is correctly configured.
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See the [Charging Batteries](#charging-batteries) section for more details.
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* Do not charge or use a damaged battery.
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* If a battery has any cuts, nicks, exposed copper on the wires or is bulging to the point of no longer being squishy, contact <{{ site.emails.kit-support }}> immediately.
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* Do not charge or use a damaged battery.
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* Always leave the charging leads connected to the battery charger at all times.
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## Operating Batteries
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To use your batteries, you must connect them to the Student Robotics power board.
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Do not tamper with the cable or connect the batteries to anything other than the power board (or the charger when charging).
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To use your batteries, you must connect them to the Student Robotics Power Board.
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Do not tamper with the cable or connect the batteries to anything other than the Power Board (or the charger when charging).
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During operation, the battery is protected by over-current protection and a fuse in the power board.
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During operation, the battery is protected by over-current protection and a fuse in the Power Board.
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If any equipment is short circuited, the over-current protection will activate - protecting the battery.
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In extreme circumstances the fuse may blow to prevent damage to the battery.
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This is an important safety feature: do **not**, under any circumstances, bypass the fuse.
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The fuse is not user serviceable and if the fuse has blown then the power board must be replaced.
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The fuse is not user serviceable and if the fuse has blown then the Power Board must be replaced.
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If you suspect the fuse has blown then please contact <{{ site.emails.kit-support }}> straight away.
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Mechanical damage to a battery can be dangerous, and a puncture or large force applied to a battery causes a serious risk of fire.
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