Secondary cells are to be conditioned at 25°C (77°F). Cells are continuously cycled as per themanufacturer’s specifications. The specification shall be such that the full rated capacity of the cell is utilized and the number of cycles accumulated shall be at least equal to 25% of the advertised cycle life of the cell or cycled continuously for 90 days, whichever is shorter. Cycling is to be done either individually or in groups. Cells are to be recharged prior to testing as indicated in Table 6.2.