Tips for Maximizing Your Hitachi Ub 3d Power Tool Battery: Performance

• Properly Break In Your New Hitachi Ub 3d Batteries:
  New Hitachi Ub 3d Batteries are not yet fully charged when sold. They need to be cycled or conditioned first to get its optimum capacity. Charging and discharging of the battery for up to 4 or 5 times is enough to condition it.
• Prevent the Memory Effect:
  The memory effect can be avoided by charging and fully discharging the Hitachi Ub 3d Battery ones or twice in a month.
• Clean Your Hitachi Ub 3d Battery Always:
  Dirt on the Hitachi Ub 3d Battery contacts can lessen the performance of your hitachi power tool battery. Cleaning it with alcohol and cotton can make it look and work as good as new.
• Exercise Your Hitachi Ub 3d Battery Regularly:
  This is recommended for those who use the AC adapter for longer period of time. It is advised that you use your Hitachi Ub 3d Battery at least once in two weeks interval. Batteries lose their charge when stored for a long time and you need to break in your battery when this happens.
• Store Your Hitachi Ub 3d Battery Properly:
  When not to be used for a long time, your Hitachi Ub 3d Battery must be stored in a clean, dry, and cool places that are free from heat and other metals. A stored battery losses its charge in time and it needs a break in before reusing.