Measure it still connected within the circuit and
with the DC power switched off. If it still reads
3.11 volts then it's probably OK. I start to worry
when they read around 2.80 volts or if they are more
that 5+ Years old.

Thanks for the advise guys. I did measure it in circuit, and out. Same
reading each time. I didn't measure under load which is a damn good idea and
I don't know why I didn't think of that earlier )

Its over 5 years old, so I think I'll replace it anyhow. I'm getting some
peculiar things happening with the display and this set is known for this
when the battery goes low. Its a Yaesu TS711.

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