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## Storing Batteries
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When your batteries are not actively in use, they should be safely stored.
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To do this you must disconnect the batteries from all electrical equipment, and place them in the battery safety bag.
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You should then store the battery safety bag in a safe location.
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If you are not going to use the batteries for a long period of time, such as more than a week, then you should charge the batteries before hand.
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By themselves, batteries will discharge very slowly, and over-discharging will lead to damage.
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We recommend that you charge all batteries to at least 70% of capacity before being stored for a long period.
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## Operating Batteries
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To use your batteries, you must connect them to the Student Robotics power board.
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### Flat Batteries
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## Storing Batteries
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When the battery has been almost completely discharged, the Power Board will automatically turn off and the LED marked "Power / Flat Battery Indicator" in the [diagram](/docs/kit/power_board#BoardDiagram) will flash red and green.
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You should immediately disconnect the battery, and begin charging it.
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You should keep your second battery charged, so that you can immediately switch to using it.
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When your batteries are not actively in use, they should be safely stored.
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To do this you must disconnect the batteries from all electrical equipment, and place them in the battery safety bag.
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You should then store the battery safety bag in a safe location, away from anything flammable and where it wont be physically damaged.
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### Fully charged batteries
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Storing a battery at 100% charge puts stress on the battery, reducing its life.
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If you are planning on storing you battery for a long time (greater than 1 week) its best to discharge it to approximately 70%.
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This can be done by running your robot.
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### Flat batteries
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When the battery has been almost completely discharged, the Power Board will automatically turn off and the LED marked "Power / Flat Battery Indicator" in the [diagram](/docs/kit/power_board#BoardDiagram) will flash red and green.
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You should disconnect the battery, and begin charging it.
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By themselves, batteries will discharge very slowly, and over-discharging will lead to damage.
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Do not store a discharged battery for more than a few days without charging it, as it may discharge further and become damaged.
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