If the battery is ruptured or is leaking electrolyte that results in
skin or eye contact with the electrolyte, immediately flush the
affected area with water. If the battery electrolyte gets in the eyes,
flush with water for 15 minutes and consult a physician
immediately.
5.1 CONDITIONING NIMH BATTERY PACKS
Condition a new NiMH battery before putting into use. This also applies to
rechargeable NiMH batteries that have been stored for long periods (weeks, months, or
longer). Conditioning requires fully charging and fully discharging the battery three (3)
times using the tri-chemistry charger. The first time the battery is put into the charger,
this unit will condition Nickel-based battery packs by automatically charging and
discharging (cycling) the battery. Refer to the appropriate charger manual for details.
CAUTION
Failure to properly condition NiMH battery packs before initial use will
result in shortened performance by the battery.
5.2 CONDITIONING NICD BATTERY PACKS
A new NiCD battery does not require conditioning before use. However, M/A-COM
recommends periodically conditioning NiCD batteries to avoid the memory effect
which results when a NiCD battery is repeatedly charged and not fully discharged,
further resulting in a lower voltage and a lower capacity. Fortunately, both nominal
voltage and capacity are restored through battery conditioning.
Conditioning requires fully charging and fully discharging the battery three (3) times
using the tri-chemistry charger. The first time the battery is put into the charger, this
unit will condition Nickel-based battery packs by automatically charging and
discharging (cycling) the battery. Refer to the appropriate charger manual for details.
5.3 CONDITIONING LI ION BATTERY PACKS
Lithium Ion battery packs do not suffer from memory effect and therefore do not
require conditioning.
CAUTION
Always use M/A-COM authorized chargers and conditioners. Use of
unauthorized chargers and conditioners may void the warranty.
5.4 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
For more information regarding the proper care of portable radio batteries or
establishing a battery maintenance program, refer to ECR-7367 which may be ordered
by calling toll free 1-800-368-3277, then select option 7.
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