Is the battery full charged when shipped or does it need to be charged? I am using for my home alarm.
1096709
I bought two and they were both fully charged . I keep one as a spare for my amp.
1096710
It's been awhile since I put this in my alarm system. I know that it worked right away in terms of the alarm stopping and the system working. So, I guess it was at least partially charged. It probably got fully charged in a short time. Basically, I put it in and it worked perfectly.hope this helps.
1096711
Like all sealed lead acid batteries in storage, there is a minimal charge. Once installed, in a properly working alarm panel, it should fully charge in a very brief time.
1096712
I do not know the correct answer. When I received my battery I installed it in my alarm system and all was well. I did not check any voltages to insure it was fully charged.
1096713
It's been awhile since I put this in my alarm system. I know that it worked right away in terms of the alarm stopping and the system working. So, I guess it was at least partially charged. It probably got fully charged in a short time. Basically, I put it in and it worked perfectly. hope this helps.
958959
No it does not put any "load" on the battery, it uses minimal power to show voltage and alarm sound.
1869299
Overnight is a good practice. It should be fully charged by morning, unfortunately it does not have a light or something so you can tell it's charged.
1415624
I don't remember if it had any charge when I got it, but I always fully charge the batteries so they are ready for use. I don't want them to die on me when I need them.
381342
correct. It just needs to be charged occasionally. I do it over night so no wires hanging while in use.
998698
Yes it is. Trickle charge or 1.amp fast charge. Your alarm panel will keep it charged. If your using it for something else other than an alarm then do not charge at more than 1.4 amps for 5 hours, or use a smart charger that shuts off when the battery is full.
406156
The battery appears to have a minimum charge only for storage. For full use, requires the battery to be charged.
1435252
I have not had to charge the battery yet, but you must be correct. I probably will charge it while I'm sleeping.
1076358
Hi,it is not full charged.It comes with about 60% of full charged.Hope it will help.
1090692
Hi. I started charging mine as soon as I unboxed it. It had some charge to it but not 100%. So far mine is ok but I hope both of us didn't get a refurbished product. Maybe someone else will reply too.
1973944
When new it comes already charged. When charging you don't need to turn it on.
1717725
Yes, it does need to be charged. I would not connect it with the sound source until it is charged.
285324
It may not need to be charged. Unplug the charger and then press the On button on top of the unit. The number of LEDs that are on indicates the degree of charge. All 4 on means a full charge.
1735020
It was charged when it arrived. In fact, I have never put any effort into charging it. I just leave it with the solar panel facing up whenever I close it, and it has always been ready to use. It uses either the natural light or the light from a lamp to charge. I am very happy with this keyboard!
455642
HI James, don't think it comes fully charged, It has some charge to start using it out of the box.
839961
Thanks for your inquiry. All batteries are only charged with 50%-70% capacity when we shipped it out in order to avoid any dangerous occurrence happen. Usually, please don't use it up when you first install it and please kindly try to charge it around 12 hours at the first time, and then discharge it. Please do this cycle for 3-5 times continuously. This will help to activate the battery.
1914248
I don't know what is shipped now. The one pictured on the web site, I suspect. Yuasa American operations, I recall, was bought out by Genesis before I ordered. The description still says it uses the Yuasa technology. The price is about what I paid. Battery technology is very competitive and I suspect this one may be a little cheaper, but probably just as good. If you are really concerned after you get the battery and fully charge it ( I assume you are using it as backup for an alarm system); it should run your audible outside alarm for about 10 minutes if you can stand to bug your neighbors for that long. I don't know what is shipped now. The one pictured on the web site, I suspect. Yuasa American operations, I recall, was bought out by Genesis before I ordered. The description still says it uses the Yuasa technology. The price is about what I paid. Battery technology is very competitive and I suspect this one may be a little cheaper, but probably just as good. If you are really concerned after you get the battery and fully charge it ( I assume you are using it as backup for an alarm system); it should run your audible outside alarm for about 10 minutes if you can stand to bug your neighbors... » Read More I don't know what is shipped now. The one pictured on the web site, I suspect. Yuasa American operations, I recall, was bought out by Genesis before I ordered. The description still says it uses the Yuasa technology. The price is about what I paid. Battery technology is very competitive and I suspect this one may be a little cheaper, but probably just as good. If you are really concerned after you get the battery and fully charge it ( I assume you are using it as backup for an alarm system); it should run your audible outside alarm for about 10 minutes if you can stand to bug your neighbors for that long. « Show Less