> > Are suggesting this for Li-Ion or Nicad batteries?
>
> NiCad I know it works for. The zapping is to break through
> the insulating dendrites that stop the NiCad charging. Li have
> a different chemistry that may/probably needs something else
> to get them back to life

Lithium batteries also have the nasty habit of getting hot and catching on
fire when you abuse them.  NiCd batteries are much nicer in that they only
expolde carcinogens in your face.


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