Overview

Ideal conditions for long term storage of Optibike Lithium Ion batteries are at steady temperatures in the range of 32- 68F.

 Batteries should be stored at 50-60% capacity ( yellow solid to green blinking LED on Display)and not left at full charge for extended periods of time.

 Cold Temperature Ideal for Long Term Storage                                             

Ideal conditions for long term storage of Optibike Lithium Ion batteries are at steady temperatures in the range of 32- 68F.                                                                                                    

Batteries can also be stored a temperatures down to 0F.

Avoid Storage at High Temperature                                                                 

Elevated long term storage temperatures above 80F will reduce the cycle life of the battery. Lower temperatures are better for long term life of the battery.

Ideal Charge for Long Term Storage

Batteries should be stored at 50-60% capacity ( yellow solid to green blinking LED on Display)and not left at full charge,, for extended periods of time. See Self Discharge Below.

Self Discharge                                                                                                              

The Optibike battery will self discharge at a slow rate due to the electronics, so for Winter storage it can be charged and then left in the garage. It should be checked every month and recharged if the state of charge is below 35% (Yellow LED flashing). If the battery completely discharges, the LED will not turn on. The battery needs to be recharged at this point. The battery and LED will awaken when the charging starts.

Warm Bike Before Charging

If the bike is stored in temperatures at 35F or lower, the bike  must be warmed to room temperature prior to charging. Charging the battery at a temperature less than 32F will permanently damage the battery.

No Float Charge Required                                                                                                                              

The charger will not float charge the battery. Float charging harms Lithium Ion batteries. Once the battery is charged, the charge will not start the charge again.  Re charge battery when it is down to Yellow LED flashing.