Rechargeable batteries not allowed? The manual says to use non-rechargeable batteries. I was wondering why. I've seen this before in other products, personally I think it's just a scam to make people needlessly feed money to Duracell, Energizer, etc. I'd rather use my NiMH rechargeables to save money, save the environment. Rechargeable batteries not allowed? The manual says to use non-rechargeable batteries. I was wondering why. I've seen this before in other products, personally I think it's just a scam to... » Read More Rechargeable batteries not allowed? The manual says to use non-rechargeable batteries. I was wondering why. I've seen this before in other products, personally I think it's just a scam to make people needlessly feed money to Duracell, Energizer, etc. I'd rather use my NiMH rechargeables to save money, save the environment. « Show Less
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D. Henderson got it right, if you research on P&G;'s website you'll see a similar answer to another post. (low power could result in one nozzle not working). For those of you thinking this is some kind of gimmick to get you to buy batteries, keep in mind that companies like P&G; sell Rechargeables through Duracell as well. And, don't go crazy on the environment thing. You're using a swiffer that requires you to throw out the pad. If you are really worried about the environment, get a mop (watch out for those sulfates, though!).
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Thanks so much for the info.. I was about to return this because I ONLY use rechargeable batteries!
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B. Conner:Thanks for letting me know. Like I said, I'm sure it will work (how much power dies it take to run a small pump?) And if I use rechargeables, I don't have to worry about leaking alkalines.Again, thanks for the info.
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I'v used rechargeable batterys in mine for over 2 years NiMH Rechargeable Cell: AA Size, 1.2V 2600mAh from www.batteryspace.com/
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There are low drain rechargeable batteries on the market. These hold their charge longer even when not in use. They are what I use and buy then off Ebay.
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Hi:I have only one guess. Nearly every rechargeable battery is 1.2V vs. 1.5 volt for regular alkaline batteries. So1.5V X 4 batteries = 6V1.2V X 4 batteries = 4.8V or 1.2V less or equal to having a battery missing.While it's likely that the spray will work, it's more likely that people may complain that the batteries don't last as long with use.Because the manual does not use the words "caution" or "warning", you may want to give it a try. Let me know how it works?
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Just inserted four rechargeable duracell batteries and it works just fine. Just like B. Conner said, it doesn't take much to run that small pump. I think it's most likely a gimmick to just buy and buy regular batteries, which is such a waste of money and so bad for the environment.
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The manual actually states the reason is that "rechargeable batteries may explode under faulty conditions" but if you guys want to solve the 1.2 vs 1.5V problem, buy some NiZn rechargeables. Higher mAh and NiZn batteries are 1.6V. You'll need a new charger though, your NiMH battery charger won't work.
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I actually didn't use rechargable. I used regular AA and it worked perfectly for me!
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As far as I know you must replace the batteries, not charge them. And it is poorly designed electrically/electronically to use any type of rechargeable battery. I know as I tired. It drains a rechargeable to darn quick. Alkaline are not much better, even though it was designed for those. I went back to using manual mechanical ones.
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It takes AA batteries and I don't think that you can use rechargeable but I'm not sure. Our batteries have lasted a long time so I don't think you will have a problem.
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I'm using a basic generic charger to recharge, Enloop, Duracell, Failsafe and Energizer batteries and never had a issue. I can't say whether a Duracell charger is going to definitely work, since I don't use one. If in doubt try charging a pair of Enloops and see what happens.
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It uses NiMH rechargeable batteries that are AAA in size, and easy to replace. However if you're asking whether you can use normal (non-rechargeable) AAA batteries, the answer is "don't try it". Even if it works, you'll be burning through a pair of disposable batteries every week; very expensive and very bad for the environment.
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I see no reason why you could not use rechargeable batteries in this lantern; however, I do not find a way to recharge those batteries while they are in the lantern. You'll have to remove them to recharge.
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I have had some batteries that I was able to recondition. Others didn't respond to recycling. I have had great success with eneloop batteries and plan on only purchasing them when I need more batteries. It's a great charger.
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No you don't need rechargeable batteries. There is a built in battery inside that is rechargeable by solar. Great light tho.
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You can use rechargeable batteries, but there is no built-in rechargeable battery.
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No, they're not rechargeable. But in any case, don't buy from this company. They state that the shelf life is ten years, but the batteries they ship have a shelf life of less than seven years according to the expiration date on the batteries. I returned and bought them again from what I thought was another company. It wasn't. They keep changing names. Check to see if the trade name you're buying from is actually Medical Supply Depot. FYI, I sent a "Contact Seller" query to one of their names, True Gifts, weeks ago. Never heard from them. (Today they're selling under the name true great deals.) No, they're not rechargeable. But in any case, don't buy from this company. They state that the shelf life is ten years, but the batteries they ship have a shelf life of less than seven years according to the expiration date on the batteries. I returned and bought them again from what I thought was another company. It wasn't. They keep changing names. Check to see if the trade name you're buying from is actually Medical Supply Depot. FYI, I sent a "Contact Seller" query to one of their names, True Gifts, weeks ago. Never heard from them. (Today they're selling under the name true... » Read More No, they're not rechargeable. But in any case, don't buy from this company. They state that the shelf life is ten years, but the batteries they ship have a shelf life of less than seven years according to the expiration date on the batteries. I returned and bought them again from what I thought was another company. It wasn't. They keep changing names. Check to see if the trade name you're buying from is actually Medical Supply Depot. FYI, I sent a "Contact Seller" query to one of their names, True Gifts, weeks ago. Never heard from them. (Today they're selling under the name true great deals.) « Show Less
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Some Lithium Ion batteries are rechargeable. The ones in your cell phone for example are rechargeable. I went to the Energizer web site, and while they do have a rechargeable product with similar packaging (has 4x on the package) this one is not rechargeable (has 9x on the package). See http://www.energizer.com/batteries/performance-lithium/ultimate-lithium/Pages/aa.aspx
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If by "hold a charge" you mean how well they can keep the energy in storage, then it is not a problem. All rechargeable batteries exhibit lower self-discharge rate at lower temperature. If you mean how well do they operate at cold temperature: typically rechargeable NiMH cells are rated down to -10 degree C. At lower temperature they can still operate, just that the capacity will be reduced. Charging should be done at above 0 deg C.
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To be honest I don't understand your question. Yes you can use a rechargeable battery
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Yes. It depend on the rechargeable battery type. even though most modern rechargeable batteries have long shelf life span, some loose power faster when not powering anything. I guess you do not want to keep on changing batteries. I used normal Duracell batteries on this and it last more than 6 month now (through out the winter) and still running. But if you have a rechargeable batteries with long "shelf life", you can use them.
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We never use it for rechargeable batteries, it is only for alkaline batteries. Works great.
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I did not get batteries with it. I don't see why you couldn't use rechargeable since they are AAA.