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Old 03-18-2008 | 08:15 AM
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sawdust
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Default RE: Close call with receiver battery

ORIGINAL: Rufcut

I put the dead pack on the charger for about 10 hours and had 1.3v under load. Tore the pack down and still had 3 dead cells and 1 at 1.3v. I'm going to give all the wiring a REAL close inspection before I load the new battery packs. Next, I'm going to buy a few lottery tickets 'cause I'm feeling lucky. I'll let you know Wednesday if I'm moving up to full scale. I have one more question and I'll quit flogging this horse. Should I cycle the new battery packs right out of the box or can I charge and fly a few times before I cycle them?

Thanks

Rufcut
You should always cycle new receiver battery packs.

If you find no problem with the wiring, attach the new battery and turn the system on and just let it set for 5 minutes. Move the controls occasionally. Then check the new battery. Repeat at 10,15m and 30 minute intervals. You may have a defective servo or receiver. You need to be sure that the only issue is your battery pack.

What is the mah of your battery?

Todd

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