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03-31-14 | 10:23 PM

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Originally Posted by sk0tt

Hi, From the user guide (http://www.niterider.com/wp-content/...User-Guide.pdf) "Leaving the headlamp and USB charging cable connected indefinitely will not harm the battery."

As for the best way to charge it, there's lots of info here- How to Prolong Lithium-based Batteries - Battery University which says that small discharges and then charging will prolong the life.

Perfect, thanks! I guess it pays to read the small print, huh?

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