can you purchase a replacement battery (battery will not hold a charge)
879677
Unfortunately, the battery is inside. I tried to get in there & was not successful. I did buy two more simply when you loose power at night it is really dark! We also have several kerosine lanterns.Those have never failed.
1459780
Yes you can charge the replacement either way. The issue I have had was the replacement battery only lasted 20 minutes. The company sent me another for no charge and the same thing, 20 minutes.
1990679
I no longer have my unit, but if I remember correctly, the battery is NOT user-serviceable. At least that is what the instruction manual stated.
1873155
You don't. You can buy replacement batteries at a battery store for about $4. There is an awesome YouTube video on how to circumvent the manufacturer battery which costs much more. I have not had any issues doing this over the past year.
708622
Well unless you can open it and try to buy a battery for it there is nothing else you can do for it. Read the Returns listed for the company and for Amazon opening it may void any chances for any replacements or refunds!
296638
have not found another battery but would love to know where to buy another one
1798141
There doesn't seem to be any way that an owner/user was intended to easily replace the battery. Having said that, I hadn't had to replace the battery so far. Its been my experience that most any battery can be replaced regardless of whether or not the manufacturer planned for that contingency. In this case, the base appears to be removable which "I assume" will give you access to the battery. Once you have the battery in hand, it becomes an Internet search to find and purchase a suitable replacement.
71177
My battery exploded 3 months after I got it. I tried multiple emails & phone calls to no avail. The company must be out of business.Ugh! No idea where you can get a new battery.
2071539
I've not had to replace the battery. Perhaps the manufacturer could give you an answer. Locally we have a store that advertised they have any kind of battery needed so if I did need one I'd try that store first. They might have economical batteries and would be a local access if you needed more batteries in the future . Sorry I couldn't be of more help.
1001735
The battery can't be replaced by you. It needs to be sent in. As for how long they will last before replacement, i don't know. A long time probably. I've only owned one for a few months so i can't be the judge on that. But my friend has had his for a few years and he uses it a lot. His is still working fine on the original battery.
1356786
It is a built in Lithium battery. So, I'm assuming no way to replace it.They are asking me to assume the charge of shipping and send a $9.95 check for possible repairs because mine stopped working.That would probably be what you would need to do if yours needed a new battery. Since I've had mine less than 6 months I'm not a happy camper.Probably will not send it back. (This is their idea of a guarantee, I guess.)
1794774
Before taking any other action, I would suggest you contact Garmin and ask them. If it is possible, they would probably have the appropriate replacement battery.
448064
I believe there is a part number on the battery, just Google and see what you can find thanks.
1182386
Don't assume you can get a new battery. I have had my radio for quite some time and put it away for emergency use. I recently found the battery a little corroded and won't hold a charge. Now, I can not find a replacement battery. I even went to a specialty shop with no help given. Anyone actually "know" where a replacement battery can be found?
2084878
Not sure have to probably take it into to radio shack or some place like that. I know the battery has a very short life. I have to re-charge mine almost every day even if it has not been used.
1611459
No the battery does not work and shows that it is defective and needs to be replaced. Find another battery that works.
1410767
you can buy one at the dorcy web-site for $10 http://www.dorcy.com/p-504-41-0899-replacement-battery-41-4299.aspx