Preparing the 2110 SSB Transceiver for use
18 2110 SSB Transceiver Getting Started Guide
Notes on charging batteries
A battery will require 3–5 discharge/recharge cycles when
new before it reaches its full capacity. In order to increase the
battery service life, it is recommended that the battery is not
fully discharged during each cycle. Full discharge should only
be carried out periodically as follows:
For the periodic full discharge cycle, run the battery down to
zero capacity using the transceiver. The transceiver will switch
off automatically when the battery is fully discharged.
Type Full discharge
NiMh Two full discharge/recharge cycles every 20 charge
cycles
SLA One full discharge/recharge cycle every 20 charge
cycles
WARNING
If you are using alternative means to discharge
the battery, the battery voltage must not go
below 10 V.
WARNING
An SLA battery must be charged immediately
after discharge to prevent damage to the battery.