How do I know my STIHL battery is charging?
A flashing green LED indicates that the battery is being charged. When charging is completed, all green lights will turn off. Check your battery’s state of charge using the ‘Eye’ or ‘State of Charge’ indicator on the top of the battery. Green” indicates a healthy battery, “Black” or “Clear” indicates your battery may need charging or servicing. A simple voltmeter or multi-meter can also be used to check your battery’s resting voltage.If the LED on your charger stays red, leave the battery charging for several hours. If it doesn’t blink green afterward, the battery may be defective and should not be used. A continuously red LED typically indicates that the battery may be deeply discharged.
What is the golden rule of battery charging?
The six golden rules of phone charging The optimal battery zone (the Goldilocks zone) is to keep it between 20 and 80 percent charge: this is the most optimal charge for your phone’s longevity. The charging speed of your battery will vary: the first and last 10 percent will charge more slowly. Ideally, you should charge your phone when its battery level drops to around 20-30% and unplug it once it reaches 80-90%. There’s no specific number of times you should charge your phone in a day; it depends on your usage. Just avoid letting the battery drain completely and frequently charging it to 100%.