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Life Expectancy
Under perfect conditions rechargeable batteries can be
recharged from between 300 to 1000 times. If this were a daily
discharge-recharge then they would last about 18 months to
2 years.
As the battery nears the end of its overall life its total
capacity becomes diminished, so your radio would need recharging
sooner, eventually it will not last a full working day.
Maximizing Battery Life
To maximize battery life expectancy you should note the following
points.
- Avoid overcharging the battery, it will cause early failure.
- Partial discharge between recharges will also cause early
failure. (the memory effect). This is a particular problem
with NiCd batteries. Its is less of a problem with NiMh
and non-existant with Lithium Ion.
- Avoid totally discharging your battery. Recharge as soon
as your radio fails to work.
To avoid these problems carefully follow the manufacturers
instruction supplied with the radio.. Leaving a battery in
an 'overnight' charger for several days will soon damage a
battery.
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Keeping
re-chargeables working longer
