How should I store my unit when I'm not using it?
- Li-ion batteries should generally be stored well away from heat sources and not placed near a heater, for example. They are best stored at room temperature, and lower temperatures are also beneficial for storage, since this slows down the electrochemical reactions and the battery retains its power for longer time. Instagrid recommends storage between 0 and 23 °C with a recommended air humidity of less than 80 %.
Ensure Instagrid ONE is placed on firm ground and it should be generally stored away from thermal loads e.g. not near packing materials.
Can I leave my unit in storage for several months without using it? (What's the maximum time I can leave it in storage?)
- If the switch position corresponds to TRANSPORT mode only minor self-discharge will occur, because our technology ensures that only minor leakage currents can occur. Even at a very low charge level, the unit can be stored for long periods of time and is ready for use immediately when you need it.
- Note: Li-ion batteries prefer to be stored at a medium charge level for long periods, because the cells are subjected to the least stress in this way, therefore resulting in the least amount of aging. You can consider a medium charge level to be between three and six illuminated segments in the charge status indicator.
All details can be found in our seprate storage document that you can request through our Instagrid Customer Support Team.