Powerbook G3 (bronze) won't recognize battery

Hello all,
I recently purchased a replacement (main) battery for my Lombard (NewerTechnoloy), and even though it indicates a full charge when I press the button on the side, my Powerbook shows a red "X" through the battery icon.
I've tried the battery in both the left- and -right slots with similar results.
Can anyone suggest something for me to try?
I'm trying to understand whether this new battery is the problem -- my old battery was the original Apple manufacture, and will not hold any charge at all.
--Bill

It could be a defective battery. You should contact NewerTech & get a replacement.
 Cheers, Tom

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