Battery Maintenance - Baofeng UV-5R Documentation

Charging and battery maintenance
Table 1.1. Charger LED codes
Red LED
flashing
steady
off

Battery Maintenance

The battery for your radio comes uncharged from the factory, please let it charge for at
least four to five hours before you start using your radio.
Prolonging the life of your battery
• Only charge batteries in normal room temperatures.
• When charging a battery attached to the radio, turn the radio off for a faster charge.
• Do not unplug the power to the charger or remove the battery and/or radio before it's
finished charging.
• Never charge a wet battery.
• Batteries wear out over time. If you notice a considerably shorter operating time with
your radio, please consider purchasing a new battery.
• Battery performance will be reduced in temperatures below freezing. When working
in cold environments, keep a spare battery on you. Preferably inside your jacket or in
a similar location in order to keep the battery warm.
• Dust can interfere with the contacts on the battery. If necessary wipe the contacts with
a clean cloth to ensure proper contact with radio and charger.
Chapter 1. Initial setup
Green LED
steady
off
steady
The charger and battery are fitted with matching notches so that you can charge
your battery on its own! Practical if you have two batteries. That way you can
charge one battery while still using your radio.
• Use only batteries approved by the original manufacturer.
• Never attempt to disassemble your battery pack.
• Do not expose your batteries to fire or intense heat.
• Dispose of batteries in accordance with local recycling regulations. Batteries do
not belong in your trash can!
Baofeng UV-5R
Status
Standby (charger empty)
Error (charger with radio)
Charging
Charge complete.
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