The Iridium GO! and GO exec are critical safety devices. When you have finished your voyage or seasonal travel it is essential to store them correctly and maintain them so they are ready to go again when you are. The recommended storage temperature for most batteries is 15°C (59°F) in a dry location.
Iridium GO! Storage tips and battery care
At least half charge the battery. Fully charge if planning to store for six months or more.
Remove the battery from the Iridium GO! unit.
Disconnect the device from the charger.
Cancel your Iridium GO! SIM card and remove it from the device.
Place the device and battery in a dry container, ideally airtight or waterproof, to prevent moisture build-up.
Include a spare Iridium GO! SIM card in the box so when you're ready to go, you can activate the new SIM card and get going quickly.
GO exec Storage tips and battery care
At least half charge the battery. Fully charge if planning to store for six months or more. The battery will lose a fraction of its charge per month, approximately 1-3%.
Disconnect the GO exec from the charger.
Power down the GO exec into Storage Mode. To do this:
Touchscreen: Tap the Settings cog->Power Off the Device, enable Activate Storage Mode, and tap Power Off.
GO exec App: Tap the Settings cog->Device Settings->Admin Settings->Power off my GO exec device, enable Activate storage mode, then tap Power Off.
Lower the internal antenna.
Cancel your GO exec SIM card airtime plan. Do not attempt to remove it from the device.
Place the device in a dry, airtight or waterproof container to prevent moisture build-up.