Definitely need to dry them out more. Sitting by themselves can take a couple days. I balance them, battery connector end down, on a light bulb. Luckily, we have those dressing room lights in our basement ba
throom, so I can do four at once! About 30 minutes should be enough.
Others often post that they use the oven at about 150 for about 30 minutes. I haven't tried it but it should speed this up for you too!
You may still need to gently open up the center hole, pushing up from the battery end with a needle or thin paper clip, to ensure good draw. You should be able to see light when looking
through the tip end. Good luck!