DO I NEED TO CHARGE THIS BATTERY BEFORE USING IT?
636241
I would do a complete disharge when new and then a full charge to maximize the life of the battery
636242
Yes, the battery needs to be charged before use. Select a charger that is rated to work with NiMh batteries and follow the manufacturer instructions.
789782
Yes, sort of. These batteries have specific eflite-only plugs, so it's necessary to either use their charger or to get an adapter that goes from the battery plug to the charger. If you have that, then charge away!
959204
Yes. Yes the battery comes installed within the unit. It had an initial charge to it from the factory, but you still should fully charge it before first use. It will hold a charge better and longer if the directions are followed. Mine seems to have a bit longer than advertised battery life. I'm OK with that. :)
888466
I really don't know. From what I understand with any battery you should fully charge the battery before each use and you should fully let it die (don't keep it plugged in while you are using the computer at the same time). Not that many people actually fallow these suggested steps but they help to is that to elongate battery life.
1106479
No, I just charge it after I use it and let it sit until I use it again. Seems to work for me.
823236
My experience is that the battery has to have some charge. You cannot plug it in and use it if the battery is completely drained. Even when charging (plugged in) it will only last for a short while before the battery is too weak. So, I suppose the short answer is "no". This is a great trimmer and the best I've ever used.
2103404
I charged mine for about 4 hours before I used it. The battery loses juice as it sits. So only charge it before you use it.
1895574
Yes, it comes with a battery that needs to be charged for 24 hours prior to use. It may be charged to a certain extent but the instructions clearly say charge for 24 hours prior to use.
1165841
I dont think so. I get about 30 mins with this battery before I have to re-charge.
2241368
Yes, it needs a charger. I got my charger with my camera, so I already had one when I purchased the new battery.
2052194
there's some charge in it,as with most batteries, but it is best to fully charge it before using to be sure.
986206
Yes, charge it before using it for the first time. Yes, charging it overnight should be enough.
1278645
Not unless you want to. You can charge this battery by plugging it into an outlet.
2137347
No, the battery came fully charged and ready to use! If yours is not fully charged, battery came with great instructions on how to use. Super easy!!
489312
Battery came partially charged.... you should probably charge it completely before using it....
1312108
Interesting question but I think the answer is yes. I did charge it before use so I really do not know for sure. You can try it without charging first and let us know the answer later.
2003877
No. You only need to charge when needed. I have only charged mine once in two years. And yes, I use it often.