| Ian remember the golden rules with Lipo,I learned the hard way-
1/ Always use the correct ESC,this shuts off the motor when the voltage is at its lowest permissable.
2/ Charge up as soon as you have exhausted the pack,but never ever leave them in a flat state,otherwise they are scrap.
3/ Always use a charger dedicated to use with lithium batteries.
4/If you use one of the adjustable versions such as the excellent Chamaleon ISL 6 then make sure the settings are correct,eg 2 cells 800 ma,60 amps,this reads on the grid as -2 LIPO#Go#1=60a,if there are any problems then it refuses to charge.
5/Not tried the new cell balencers yet which jump the cell if it is in overcharge state,the problem is that only the new batteries have the necessary taps,Overlander have the new cells in stock,if anyone has used them then I would be pleased to see a report here.
Thank you.
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