[Elecraft] [KX3] [KXBC3] Fresh Charge Depleted

[Gary Marklund]

I just installed the KXBC3 in my KX3 SN 460. The batteries are Sanyo
Eneloop XX 2400 mAH rechargeable NiMH batteries. I had charged them one
time before installing on a NiMH specific charger. There was maybe a few
hours of use on them. They were run down to the point where the rig shut
down. As soon as I installed them in the KXBC3, I did a 4 hour charge to
top them off. They indicated a full charge when I was done. I turned on the
KX3 and the battery indicator showed a full charge but began an immediate
slow discharge. Within a few minutes they hit the 8.5 V limit and the rig
shut down. I've read and re-read the manual but do not see anything that
I've done wrong. I've been running the KX3 on SLA batteries with no issues.

Suggestions, Please!

73,

Gary KJ7RT
Sun City, AZ
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