Some batteries need to be hooked up to a charger when you turn on the device.
If your battery gets too low, it may die completely. This is actually a safety feature of lithium batteries, which can explode if they get too low in power.
When a lithium battery is fully charged, the charger will adjust to reduce the flow of the current. Additionally, the charger might open up the battery to release some of the power so the battery isn’t over charged.
Don’t let the battery die out completely, as it may not take a charge anymore. Lithium batteries may become unstable once they completely discharge, so they’re usually manufactured with a fail-safe that makes them completely die before they get too low.
For instance, don’t leave your device or the battery itself in a hot car, either the cabin or the trunk. Similarly, don’t place your device or battery near a radiator, a hot electrical item, or a heat source. If it’s hot outside, it’s best to avoid using your device while you’re outdoors, as it might overheat.
For instance, you might keep your phone in your pocket if it’s really cold outside. Don’t store your devices outdoors or in an unheated room if it’s freezing outside. Similarly, don’t put your phone or laptop right in front of an air conditioning vent.
As an example, don’t place your device on the passenger seat of your car while you’re using it. Similarly, don’t place your charger near a window.
If the battery or device feels hot to the touch, it’s time for a break. If you’re in a hot environment, you’ll likely need to take more frequent breaks. Make sure your device’s vents aren’t blocked by anything. Setting a hot device on a bed or couch sofa, for instance, can cause it to overheat even more and wear out the battery.
For example, store your laptop in the front of your car, not the trunk. Similarly, don’t store lithium battery-powered tools in your truck bed.
If it’s raining outside and you need to use your device, make sure it’s covered and protected from the water.
If you aren’t worried about losing your work, removing the battery and leaving your laptop plugged up while you’re using your computer might help preserve the battery by preventing it from getting overheated.
Start considering a replacement when your battery holds its power for less than 80% of its original run time or it takes a long time to charge the battery. Recycle the battery at an approved facility rather than throwing it away.
You’ll need to recharge your batteries up to 50% at least once every 6 months if you’re storing them for a long period of time.
For instance, you might place them in a hall closet or a dresser drawer. Don’t store your batteries in a hot kitchen, attic, or garage.
Charge the batteries back up to 50% before returning them to the storage spot.
