Recommended Guidelines for Storing Rechargeable Batteries

Many Garmin® devices use rechargeable batteries which require care to maximize their useful life. Specific details regarding your device can be found in the owner's manual.

• Alpha® 10

• Alpha® 100

• Alpha® 200/200i

• Alpha® 200 Plus

• Alpha® 300/300i

• Alpha® XL

• Astro® series

• BarkLimiter™ series

• Delta® series

• GPSMAP® 64/65/66/67/86 series

• Montana® series

• Monterra™

• Oregon® series

• PRO series

• Rino® 520/520HCx/530/530HCx

• Rino® 650/650t/655t

• Rino® 700/750/750t/755t

• VIRB® series

• Xero® C1 Pro Chronograph

• Xero® S1 Trapshooting Trainer

The GPSMAP 64 series, GPSMAP 66s/st, Oregon 600/700 series, and Astro® series can charge the Garmin accessory NiMH Battery Pack. Some models require that the pack be purchased separately.

Guidelines for Storing Rechargeable Batteries

When storing rechargeable batteries for long periods of time without use you should follow these guidelines:

• Store the battery separately from the device¹ in a dry location.

• Ensure the temperature where the battery is stored stays within the range of 32° to 77°F (0° to 25°C).

• Ensure the battery maintains a charge around 50%.

  • Ensure the battery is charged to 50% before storing and every 2-3 months thereafter.

  • Ensure the battery does not become fully discharged.

  • If temperatures exceed 131°F (55°C) some batteries automatically discharge to prevent future issues.²

Following these recommendations can help extend the life of rechargeable batteries.

¹ This does not apply to devices that contain an internal battery that cannot be removed.

² As vehicles can easily reach these temperatures, storing a device in a vehicle is not recommended for any period of time.