It is very important to maintain your batteries correctly so as to ensure a good charge and long life. This is especially true if not using your radio / battery most days.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES
DO NOT:
Use a battery that is in any way damaged.
Discard of your battery in a fire or apply any direct heating source.
Dismantle or in any way damage your battery.
Carry charged batteries where the batteries contacts may be shorted by metal objects, e.g. in a pocket or bag etc.
YOU MUST:
Follow all Entel instructions with regards battery safety, care & operation.
Prior to charging or use, carefully dry wet batteries using a microfiber or lint free cloth.
Only use Entel chargers.
BATTERY CARE – DAY TO DAY USE / SHORT TERM STORAGE - ON THE RADIO
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o For DN radios, re-charge prior to use, or within 7-days, whichever is soonest*
* When not being used on a weekly basis, we strongly recommend storing the battery off the radio (see below).
LONG TERM STORAGE - OFF THE RADIO, LIFE & WARRANTY
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