Battery Maintenance; Battery Storage - Baofeng UV-5RV2+ Operating Manual

Charging Status
Standby (no-load)
Charging
Fully Charged
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Battery Maintenance

The battery for the radio comes uncharged from the factory. Please charge the battery for at least 4 to 5
hours before starting to use the radio.
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Use only batteries that are approved by the original manufacturer.
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Never attempt to disassemble the battery pack.
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Do not expose the battery to fire or intense heat.
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Dispose of batteries in accordance with local recycling regulations.
Prolonging the Life of the Battery
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Only charge batteries in normal room temperatures.
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When charging a battery attached to the radio, turn the radio off for a faster charge.
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Do not unplug the power to the charger or remove the battery and/or radio before it has
finished charging.
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Never charge a wet battery.
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Batteries wear out over time. If there is a considerably shorter operating time with the radio,
please consider purchasing a new battery.
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Battery performance is reduced when temperatures are below freezing. When working in cold
environments, it is recommended to keep a spare battery at hand, preferably inside a jacket or
in a similar location to keep the battery warm.
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Dust can interfere with the contacts on the battery. If necessary, wipe the contacts with a clean
cloth to ensure proper contact with the radio and the charger.

Battery Storage

Do not charge the battery before storing the device for a prolonged period of time to prevent damage
from over-discharge.
To avoid severe capacity degradation of the battery while in long time storage, please cycle the battery
at least every six months.
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LED Codes
LED Indication
Red LED flashes while Green LED glows
Red LED solidly glows
Green LED solidly glows
Red LED flashes while Green LED glows.
Charger
10