These battery tips will help you obtain optimized performance and a longer life cycle from your Motorola rechargeable battery.
1. Charge your NEW battery overnight (14-16 hours) before using it. This is referred to as "initializing" and will enable you to obtain maximum battery capacity.
2. New, NON-INITIALIZED batteries can be stored in well ventilated, cool and dry areas without significant cycle loss as follows:
     a. Nickel Cadmium...up to 2 years.
     b. Nickel Metal Hydride...up to 1 year.
3. Batteries which have been in storage for more than 2 months should be fully discharged and recharged overnight or for 14 hours.
4. When using a Motorola rapid charger, leave battery in charger for an additional 2-3 hours after the green light appears.

5. Do not leave your radio and fully charged battery in the charger when not charging. Continuous charging will shorten battery life. (Do not use your charger as a radio stand.)
6. Only charge a battery when it needs it. If it isn't fully discharged, do not recharge it. (We suggest you carry a spare. This is the most cost effective solution for users requiring longer operating time.)
7. Do not return fully charged batteries to the charger for an "extra boost". This action will significantly reduce cycle life.
8. Stabilize battery to room temperature (72°F) before charging. Charging below 40°F & above 104°F will decrease cycle life.
These simple instructions protect your rechargeable batteries from extreme temperatures and enhance their performance and life.