How to Store Snow Blower Batteries in the Off-Season
A pair of 7.5Ah 56V or 60V lithium-ion batteries costs $600 to replace. Storing them in a 100°F unconditioned Missouri garage all summer can destroy 20% of their total lifespan in a single season.
The 3 Rules of Summer Battery Storage
Bring your batteries inside the house (basement, closet, or utility room) where temperatures remain between 60°F and 75°F. Never leave them in a metal shed or closed garage.
Lithium-ion cells experience the lowest internal chemical stress when stored at roughly 3.8V per cell (2 out of 4 to 5 LED fuel gauge lights). Premium packs like EGO feature automatic self-discharge modes that slowly bleed down to 50% after 30 days of inactivity.
The best way to keep battery cells healthy is active, gentle cycling. Use your snow blower batteries in your cordless lawn mower, weed trimmer, or leaf blower during spring and summer.
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