Battery Maintenance - Baofeng UV-5R EX User Manual

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Table 1.1. Charger LED codes
Red LED Green LED
Flashing Steady
Steady Off
Off Steady
The charger and battery are fitted with matching notches so that the battery can be
charged individually! That is very practical if you have two batteries, that you can charge
one battery while still using your radio.
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Status
Standby (charger empty)
Error (charger with radio)
Charging
Charge complete.
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Battery Maintenance

The battery is provided without power from the factory; please let it charged for at least four
to five hours before you start 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.
Prolonging your battery's life
Only charging batteries in normal room temperatures.
● When charging a battery attached to the radio, power off the radio for a faster charge.
Before the charging is completed, do not unplug the power to the charger or remove the
battery.
● Never charge or use a wet battery.
● Batteries wear out over time. When the radio is operated in a shorter time, please consider
purchasing a new battery to replace.
● Battery's performance will be reduced in temperatures below Zero. When working in cold
environments, it is suggested to prepare a spare battery. Preferably inside your jacket or in a
similar location in order to keep the battery warm.
● Dust can interfere with the connection between battery and the radio. lf necessary wipe the
contacts with a clean cloth to ensure proper contact with radio and charger.
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