How do I charge Li-ion batteries?

[SinxarKnights]

I recently got two 1000mH battery packs with a wall charger. Before I ruin them, do I treat them like Li-po, where I have to leave a charge in them. Or do I have to completely discharge them? Thank you for any help you could provide.

~SinxarKnights

[tnreefguy]

Well first are they Lipo's? Your statement is kind of vague. If so make sure that your charger is made to charge them. If not you will have to buy a charger that can charge them. Remember that a charger that can charge lipo's will also be listed to charge LiIon. If in doubt dont you could burn your house down.

[SinxarKnights]

I have 2 Li-Ion batterys. I have the charger but I don't know if you are supposed to discharge them or not. there was no instructions included.

[mudbogger2]

Do not discharge them. Just use them as normal for a flight and recharge when they cool off. No need to discharge or cycle lithium type batteries.

[SinxarKnights]

Awesome. That is what I was thinking but I wasnt sure. LoL, I have ruined my share of NiCd and NiMh batteries by not discharging them all the way.