How Long Do I Need To Wait Before Charging A Battery?

JAS

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I had an e-bike battery delivered today. It was outside for 5 hours in temperatures about 28 degrees Fahrenheit. I brought it inside. How long until can safely charge it?




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Let it warm up to room temperature before charging to avoid any potential damage. A good rule of thumb is to wait at least a few hours—maybe 3-5 depending on how cold it feels. If the battery still feels cold to the touch after that, give it more time.
 
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