can you use it with a battery adapter and how long does it swing before auto shut off?
205791
A battery adapter no but after a couple of minutes of not swinging it cuts off to preserve the batteries but u have to turn it off with the switch yourself
2018819
I use a battery and don't recall that it came with an adapter. Don't think so or I'd probably use it. Battery lasts a long time, though, because it automatically turns off if it's not used after so many minutes. LOVE my scale for making soap. LOVE it!!
2009210
Yes!!!!!! It charges our battery so that we are able to unplug and use for hours(about 4 hours) without the adapter. Great price and it worked very well for us.
301460
I never used it with batteries. But, I remember when I ordered this item the description said it only rotates with the adapter.
630388
There is an auto-disconnect default of 15 sec. and has to be changed for your particular use. I set mine for 3 min. and find that is a nice fit for my use. Remember, the longer the auto-disconnect is set, the more battery use. So, plan according to your needs and read the manual for instructions.
1126962
So long as I have the AC adapter plugged in and my calculator is running on the transformers power it doesn't shut off. I don't know what happens when it's on battery power? If it doesn't time out and shut off, then for sure it's going to shut down when the batteries die.
431451
Battery only. Not sure off-hand if an adaptor can be used. Have to look at it at work. Specs should indicate if it can.
1417066
Yes...if you leave the batteries in it, they will be dead the next time you turn it off. I've wasted about 6 sets of AAA batteries now. I learned my lesson after the second set, but invariably someone else in the household uses it and doesn't take them out. As for the A/C adapter option. This doesn't come with the adapter. I have other A/C adapters from other electronics. They have the proper plug size, but I can't get mine to work with the A/C adapter. I'm hesitant to buy one from Brother because I already feel this thing is a POS. If the Brother A/C adapter doesn't work then I'm out even more money. Yes...if you leave the batteries in it, they will be dead the next time you turn it off. I've wasted about 6 sets of AAA batteries now. I learned my lesson after the second set, but invariably someone else in the household uses it and doesn't take them out. As for the A/C adapter option. This doesn't come with the adapter. I have other A/C adapters from other electronics. They have the proper plug size, but I can't get mine to work with the A/C adapter. I'm hesitant to buy one from Brother because I already feel this thing is a POS. If the Brother A/C adapter doesn't work then I'm out even... » Read More Yes...if you leave the batteries in it, they will be dead the next time you turn it off. I've wasted about 6 sets of AAA batteries now. I learned my lesson after the second set, but invariably someone else in the household uses it and doesn't take them out. As for the A/C adapter option. This doesn't come with the adapter. I have other A/C adapters from other electronics. They have the proper plug size, but I can't get mine to work with the A/C adapter. I'm hesitant to buy one from Brother because I already feel this thing is a POS. If the Brother A/C adapter doesn't work then I'm out even more money. « Show Less
561995
Use rechargeble batteries. I use the adapter I bought from http://cgi.ebay.com/2AA-to-D-Battery-Adapter-Converter-Case-X-4_W0QQitemZ350237789013QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item518bcc8b55&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14and I just found this, someone actually made this adapter to fit the swing.http://cgi.ebay.com/Plug-in-AC-Adapter-to-SAVE-MONEY-on-4-D-cell-batteries_W0QQitemZ250470853418QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item3a5139eb2a&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
93187
If it helps anybody, I just received the Nature's Touch (N1973) version of the Fisher-Price Papasan Cradle Swing and it does NOT have an AC adapter. It takes batteries only. I think Amazon should not group all of these swings together. I read the reviews on Amazon and was excited to think that my model would come with an AC adapter.
1933112
It needs an adapter only if you don't want to buy the required 9 volt battery. Personally, if you remember to turn it off after each use, the battery will last over a year. I've had mine for almost 2 years and still haven't changed the battery. (My wife will let me know the second we need one!)
949686
Yes it will auto shut off. it also can be powered by batteries or the supplied power adaptor.
627315
depends on what kind of battery you get and how long you let it run without turning it off.
3518
I would think it would work with the adaptor. All I can say though is the batteries didn't last very long here in the US, I don't know if the adaptor would effect the lifespan of the batteries or not. It takes about 12 hours to charge and should last a day or two. Mine barely made it 24 hours after about 8 mos of use.
1569734
It must be plugged in with the adapter. I believe it does have an internal battery to keep settings but I'm not sure how long they will stay when the frame is unplugged.
1990799
The swing runs continuously, it doesn't have time settings. However, the music and mobile go for about 20 mins I believe, before shutting off. We always use it plugged in, I've never used the battery power option.
382436
I don't know because I use it with batteries only. The battery compartment does have an adapter plug. Here is what the user guide says:"Optional AC/DC adapter: Use only the Gold Crest AC/DC adapter. Use of any other adapter may cause personal injury and/or damage the LED light. The Gold Crest Adapter is 100/240V AC, 50-60Hz, 0.1A input, with output of 4V DC, 100mA, and it is UL and cUL approved."