Recover a dead lipo battery that won't charge - rescue lipo battery with dead cell safely

Lipo battery options at Amain Hobbies - https://alnk.to/881hCMr Lipo chargers at Amain - https://alnk.to/ge88KjQ Lipo cell checker - https://alnk.to/apV8npC This video from RC Review explains how to recover a dead lithium polymer battery that won't charge. Here's a summary: Part 1: Quick Recovery The video starts by showing a dead LiPo battery (the charger displays an error). (0:49) The solution is to "wake up" the battery by charging it as a Nickel Metal Hydride battery. This is done by unplugging the balance port (1:17) and selecting the NiMH charging type (1:24). Charge at 1C (the same rate as the battery's capacity). (1:34) Charge until the voltage reaches 3 volts per cell (this usually takes 30-60 seconds). (1:52) Then, switch back to LiPo charging mode and resume the charge normally. (2:19) Part 2: Safer Recovery A safer method involves using a cell checker or a second charger to monitor the individual cell voltages while charging as NiMH. (4:00) This allows you to see if one cell is dead (if it doesn't reach 4.2 volts). (4:59) If a cell is dead, the battery cannot be saved. (5:41) Part 3: Causes of Dead Batteries Common causes for dead LiPo batteries include: Leaving the battery plugged in with the car battery on (6:09). Not storing the battery properly at 3.7 volts per cell (6:29). Low-quality batteries. (6:43) Part 4: When to Give Up Signs that a LiPo battery is beyond repair include: A puffy sheath (6:53). Corroded plugs (7:03). One cell refusing to wake up or fluctuating (7:17). Always dispose of dead LiPo batteries properly by fully discharging them and taking them to a recycling center. (7:31) Essentially, the video provides a two-step process for reviving dead LiPo batteries, along with safety precautions and information about why batteries might die in the first place.