how long does it take for initial charge?

[Catherine11]

Just received a new LG Terra phone. No user guide. How long does it take for initial charge.

[Weth · Accepted solution]

With lithium ion batteries, there is no need to do an initial full charge.  Just charge to get the power you need, if it is even needed.  100% charge and full discharge cycles are bad fir lithium ion, keeping it between 20 and 80 percent increases overall life. 

Second opinion below

http://batteryuniversity.com/learn/article/how_to_charge_when_to_charge_table

[tikibar1]

Click here for user guide:

http://s7.vzw.com/is/content/VerizonWireless/Devices/LG/lg-terra/userguide/smart-lg-terra-um.pdf