WARRANTY INFORMATION31Battery MaintenanceOverview:This document describes the maintenance operations for the Li-ion Battery packs supplied by QuietKat, Inc. The productsmentioned in the document accord with GB/T18333.1-2001 Standard.Transportation:• Transportation allowed, with proper paperwork, via truck, train, airplane, and vessel• Keep dry, well ventilated, and out of direct sunlight• Handle with care during assembly• Do not throw• Do not place under heavy objects• Do not transport or store near flammable, explosive, or sharp objects• Package should be labeled with Moisture Proof/Water Proof, Anti-Fire and Fragile StickersStorage:• When the battery has not been used for more than 2 months, discharge and re-charge it to reactivate the electricity prior to use.• To ensure a longer battery life cycle, it is recommended to cycle the battery pack (discharge and re-charge) every 2 to 3 months.This should be completed even when the battery is being stored long term.• Do not store a fully charged battery pack, discharge or charge the battery to 40% to 60% State of Charge (SOC).• Before using a battery pack that has been stored for a long period of time, cycle the battery several times. Doing this will helpbalance the cells, eliminate the SOC difference, and the lost capacity in the cells should be restored.• When your QuietKat is not in use, disconnect the Anderson cable connection from the battery & Kat (unplug battery from unit).Operation:• If the battery fully discharges and turns off automatically, re-charge the battery pack within 12 hours. Failure to do so could shortenthe battery life cycle.• Do not try to utilize a battery pack that has turned off automatically until it has been recharged.• The recommended range of charge is up to 90% SOC and discharge of no less than 20% when the battery is in use to prolong thebattery life cycle.• When your QuietKat is not in use, disconnect the Anderson cable connection from the battery & Kat (unplug battery from unit).• The battery pack performance is best under the following conditions:o -15° to 50°C (5° to 122°F) for dischargingo 0° to 45°C (32° to 113°F) for chargingo Best working conditions 15° to 40°C (59° to 104°F)• Use heat insulation materials in the winter to keep the battery protected from extreme cold. When the internal temperature of thebattery is lower than -15°C (5°F) there is a risk of shortened battery life cycle.• Keep out of direct sunlight. When the internal temperature of the battery pack is in access of 75°C (167°F) there is risk ofshortened battery life cycle and explosion.• Do not wash the battery shell with organic solvent• In case of fire, do NOT use CO2 to extinguish fire. Use CCI4 or sand/soil to extinguish fire.• Handle the battery pack with care. Do not throw, drop, or expose to heavy vibration.• Do not submerge the battery pack in water. The battery pack should remain dry at all times.