So, you have landed a brand-new pair of Heated Gloves and are ready to launch into your upcoming cold weather adventure – right on! Before you take off, find out the best way to clean, maintain, and use your Heated Gloves and Batteries to their full potential. Extend the life of your Outdoor Research Heated Products Our heated products rely on batteries to provide additional heat and warmth. Each pair of batteries is only charged with up to 30% battery life on the shelf. Maximize their performance by following these tips and tricks below: Charge batteries 8-12 hours right out of packaging. For best results, leave them plugged in overnight. Keep charging even when the ‘charged’ indicator light turns green until you reach the recommended 8-12 hours. Fully Charge batteries at least every 3-6 months for long-term performance. Batteries left uncharged for over 6 months may lose functionality. How do I know if my batteries are fully charged? Follow our Light Indicator Guide: Red = Batteries are charging Flashing Red or Green = One battery is charging and the other is fully charged Green = Batteries are 100% juiced and ready to go Charging Pro-tips: It is best to charge your gloves overnight. Depending on how drained the batteries are, they can take up to 7 hours to charge. Charging overnight means they are ready to roll when you are. Avoid leaving the batteries completely drained and unused for months. Neglect during the off season is a sure way to prematurely end the battery life. Charge them at least every 3-6 months, and ideally after each use, to ensure they are ready for your next adventure. To maximize your battery life, set your glove heat to “low” until you really need to crank it up to “high.” Turn your glove heat off when your hands are warm. Preserving every bit of battery this way will ensure your gloves are charged when you really need them. Store your gloves safely in your backpack when not in use. We recommend that you unplug from batteries or charger when not in use or in storage. Shop for charger and battery replacements here. *Please note that our batteries have a limited one-year warranty. Clean Your Heated Gloves the Right Way Only wash your Heated Gloves by hand – Remove batteries before washing. You can spot clean with a damp cloth or hand wash in cold water with mild detergent. Do not wring out your gloves! Hang dry or dry flat before reconnecting the battery. Do not machine wash your Heated Gloves. Washing machines bunch and wring your gloves which can lead to: Tight fitting gloves. Wire damage. Permanent damage to glove functionality. Movement of insulation and compromised warmth. Safety Precautions If you have problems sensing hot or cold objects (due to diabetes, Raynaud’s disease or similar) please consult your doctor before using these gloves. Check your hands regularly for reddening of the skin. Excessive heat levels over prolonged periods can lead to burns. Not for use by children. Did you know? The batteries and wires in your Heated Gloves are encased in a protective coating and programmed to shut down should anything short circuit, for your safety. WARNING! Do not use this heated glove in conjunction with avalanche beacons. Electrically heated gloves will interfere with the performance of avalanche beacons, impairing your ability to conduct a search or be located. If you are using an avalanche beacon, we recommend you either: Heat up your gloves beforehand, then turn them off before heading out and leave the batteries at home. The residual warmth in the gloves should keep them nice and toasty for a while. Use your gloves without the heated battery system. We hope that this helps further educate you on your heated product purchase from Outdoor Research! You can always find more tips and tricks on our warranty platform and other helpful links within our Customer Help Center.
