Battery

The LiPo batteries can ignite or explode if punctured. One doggie tooth puncture is all it would take! Google "lipo puncture" for videos to see what happens 😱 The resulting chemical fire burns hotter than ordinary fires and cannot be put out with water. Do not allow your doggos access to the bat...

WARNING!! Attempting to charge the battery while operating the SwiftPaws drive will result in damage to the battery, charger & drive unit and may even cause a fire. The battery CANNOT be charged while also running the SwiftPaws equipment. Only one battery connector should every be plugged in...

Always use a fire resistant LiPo safety bag, metal ammo box, or other fire resistant container when you are charging, discharging, or storing your LiPo batteries. While LiPo fires are rare, they can happen incredibly quickly and can do a lot of damage. All it takes is an internal short circuit to...

LiPo Battery Safety Always charge to the maximum capacity before EACH USE to assure a balanced charge between all four cells. Using the battery in an imbalanced state risks permanently damaging the battery . Heat can shorten the life of a battery and is the #1 enemy for LiPo batteries. Batteries...

A dead or damaged battery will not charge. If the battery is swollen do not attempt to charge or use it. Even if the battery is new or you only used it once or infrequently, the battery can become damaged in as little as three days without being charged only to the storage voltage when not in us...

Do not leave the LiPo battery plugged into the main drive unit when not in use. The battery will continue to drain - and if the voltage drops below the minimum voltage this will permanently damage the battery. This would not be covered under warranty, so to protect your investment ALWAYS disconne...

You must USE a fully charged battery within 3 days. Leaving it sit longer, either fully charged, or discharged can damage the battery. After use - only recharge to the storage voltage (around the voltage printed on the battery label) Before use - charge to the maximum capacity If you will be u...

Google "battery recycle center near me" for a location near you to drop the battery off for safe disposal. Or use this link to find a location near you: https://www.call2recycle.org/locator/ Always follow local waste and recycle laws when you dispose of damaged or used batteries. Most places h...

Do not leave the LiPo battery plugged into the main drive unit when not in use. The battery will continue to drain - and if the voltage drops below the minimum voltage this will permanently damage the battery. This would not be covered under warranty, so to protect your investment - ALWAYS disco...

The easiest way to remember the storage voltage is to look at the battery - it has the voltage you need printed right on the battery! The storage or nominal voltage is the most stable voltage for a LiPo battery to sit unused. Always recharge your battery to the storge voltage (the voltage on the...

Check with your particular airline before arriving at the airport for their policy on LiPo batteries. But generally speaking, you should always pack your LiPo batteries in your carry-on bag and never in your checked baggage when traveling on an airplane. It’s the law. Disclaimer The advice give...

The batteries are not interchangeable - they have different voltages so the small one won't power the Plus and the large one will fry the electronics in the Original drive. SwiftPaws Home Original  LiPo battery: 11.1V 1500mAh 3-cell 25c that has an xt60 connector that plugs into the main drive u...

What is the general lifespan of the LiPo battery? The short answer is about a year. As a general rule of thumb, you can expect to replace the battery about once a year depending on how closely you follow the charging, use, and storage instructions it could be a few months longer, or quite a bit ...

We're not LiPo battery experts, so we found one for you because LiPo batteries require specialized care, and this article explains all about this: An Expert's Guide to Understanding LiPo Batteries — Roger's Hobby Center (rogershobbycenter.com)

During the end of the charging process the charger will verify that each cell is balanced. Using the battery in an imbalanced state may permanently damage it. Always charge the battery inside a fireproof container such as a LiPo battery charging bag. Always charge away from anything flammable. A...

Operating Temperature Limits:            Charge: 50ºF to 113ºF            Discharge: 50ºF to 140º Let battery cool down to ambient temperature before charging. During discharge and handling of batteries, do not exceed 160ºF. Hot temps: Always remember that heat is the number one enemy of LiPo b...

This connector on the battery plugs into the port inside the battery compartment. Be sure the plug is tightly seated as shown below.   It is a tight fit. It is difficult to grasp the plug to unplug it - it is fine to pull the wires, they are firmly attached to the connector plug. Always unplug...

LiPo batteries don't develop memory or voltage depression characteristics like NiCd/NiHm batteries, and do not need to be completely discharged before being charged 🎉 Charge your battery fully before each use. Develop a habit that works well with your particular usage. If you use SwiftPaws daily...

Storage or nominal voltage is the most stable voltage for a LiPo battery to sit unused. Home Original battery storage voltage is ~11.1v - 11.4v Home Plus battery storage voltage is ~14.8v - 15.2v When not using your LiPo battery pack, store it at approximately 60% of the pack’s rated capacity i...

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CHARGE OR USE A SWOLLEN BATTERY. YES! A swollen battery is dangerous. Do not attempt to use or charge a swollen or otherwise damaged battery. Keep it away from flammables and in a fire-resistant bag or container and take it to a recycle center ASAP. Google "battery recycle cent...

Unplug the LiPo battery when not actively in use. The battery will continue to drain even with the power turned off.  If the voltage drops below the minimum voltage - this will permanently damage the battery. Protect your investment - ALWAYS disconnect the battery from the drive when not in use e...

It refers to the voltage that a battery sitting unused longer than 3 days should be charged or discharged to. The "Storage Voltage" or "Nominal Voltage" is the most stable voltage for a LiPo battery to sit unused. Think of it as the "sitting" or "idle" voltage. 11.1v is the Home Original storag...