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How to stop buying expensive batteries so often. How to extend the life of your power tool battery. Works for all rechargeable Makita drill batteries. (9 volt, 12 volt, 18 volt, 19.5 volt, and higher.) Mute the speaker Listen to this using a male or female voice M/F Do you feel better when you are in a controlled environment? Your power equipment batteries do too. Remove the batteries from the power equipment. You should store the power tool in the climate controlled area also. They perform better at room temperature. Mute the speaker Listen to this using a male or female voice M/F Place the plastic protective cap on the battery for safety reasons. If left uncapped you could receive a shock or they could cause a fire if the terminals contact a metal surface. Mute the speaker Listen to this using a male or female voice M/F Place the batteries in a environmentally controlled area (example a closet). Batteries will last in most situations twice as long as leaving them in a cool, hot, cold or damp garage or vehicle. Mute the speaker Listen to this using a male or female voice M/F Charge the batteries about once every 45 days, just to keep them fresh in case you need to use them and you know you will ( example Christmas lights, gifts etc.). Mute the speaker Listen to this using a male or female voice M/F If you follow these simple steps your batteries could last up to twice as long in charging life and save you money by not having to buy Dewalt tool batteries so often and these days that's a big difference. I had a 12 Volt drill that had batteries that lasted 10 years and by the time it was time to get new batteries I opted for an 18 volt drill upgrade. Happy charging! Mute the speaker Listen to this using a male or female voice M/F Always keep the terminal plastic cap on the batteries when not in use for they can shock you or cause a fire if they contact a metal surface across the terminals. Be safe!
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