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Garmin Battery Charging?
- Thread starter dadayama
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Theo
Touring Panpsychist
The N??vi 500/550 use a lithium-ion battery. This battery technology DOES NOT have the "memory" issues of the previous technology. In fact, l-ions don't seem to drain very much when not used. I've actually had mine in hibernation for several months only to find it better than half-charged when spring arrived!
It's a great, IPX7 waterproof unit for motorcycle use if you don't need all the bells and whistles.
lee
Debbie's Servant
When I'm not using my Nuvi 550 I store it in my desk and do not keep it connected to power. The battery has a great shelf life and like THEO said it will not develope a memory.
lee
Debbie's Servant
Not sure I understand. If it's connected to the bike or car it should be fully charged and will not need recharged the next time you use it.
globalrider
Alps Adventurer
Depends on the type of battery chemistry.
As far as Li-Ion batteries go, you can read How to Prolong Lithium-based Batteries and other topics on the Battery University site.
For storage (not in the device or connected to anything), they are best left in the 40% state of charge condition.
Oh yeah...I've had a dead battery twice when forgetting to unplug the Nuvi from my bike battery!!! Now I pull the plug first before I even power down the bike!! Learned that lesson the hard way!!
