1) Most importantly, how long does it take to get a read?2) What battery does it take / does anyone know how difficult it is to change the batt?
1539580
The temperature reading is basically instant. But I wait about 5 seconds to make sure. The battery is a button type and you twist the head off to replace it. I have not replaced the battery but looks easy.
1539581
I wondered too about the battery. Way back at the first Q. in Aug. of 2013, it was stated that it uses LR44 or A76 Battery. Those are easy to find and pretty cheap. I'm ordering it now. If it is different, I will post back.
1539582
I've been pretty happy with mine. Quick readout but I couldn't figure out what type or how to replace the battery. Mine still is working. I bought it last November.
1539583
Temperature within 10 seconds. As far as I could tell does not have a replaceable battery. Stopped working after a few months, first thought was needed a battery, but no way to open it up. Threw it away. You can buy ones that are as fast for less than 1/3rd the price. Will not look as nice nor have a Weber logo, but tell temperature equally well.
1539584
It takes only seconds for it to acquire the actual temperature; it begins counting up from room temperature immediately and fast. It gets within a few degrees within five seconds; it can take perhaps another five if you insist on a precise measurement. Remember, since you let any meat sit for two minutes so all the juices won't run out, it will continue cooking - for beef another five degrees - so hitting your target temperature on the nose isn't necessary.Since it's only $10 on Amazon, I probably wouldn't bother with a battery. It'll be time to get a new device. As it's only on for seconds at a time, I wouldn't worry. It takes only seconds for it to acquire the actual temperature; it begins counting up from room temperature immediately and fast. It gets within a few degrees within five seconds; it can take perhaps another five if you insist on a precise measurement. Remember, since you let any meat sit for two minutes so all the juices won't run out, it will continue cooking - for beef another five degrees - so hitting your target temperature on the nose isn't necessary.Since it's only $10 on Amazon, I probably wouldn't bother with a battery. It'll be time to get a new device. As it's only on... » Read More It takes only seconds for it to acquire the actual temperature; it begins counting up from room temperature immediately and fast. It gets within a few degrees within five seconds; it can take perhaps another five if you insist on a precise measurement. Remember, since you let any meat sit for two minutes so all the juices won't run out, it will continue cooking - for beef another five degrees - so hitting your target temperature on the nose isn't necessary.Since it's only $10 on Amazon, I probably wouldn't bother with a battery. It'll be time to get a new device. As it's only on for seconds at a time, I wouldn't worry. « Show Less
1539585
1)Around 10 seconds, which is o.k. by me2)Have not had long enough to deal with battery.Another thing I like about it is that it can be put down with probe pointed up because face tilts, keeping probe clean
202097
I have not tried that because the batt. Lasts so long, but you should be able too.
1637408
This was not to easy .. As you are looking at display , turn 180 so you are looking at the back.. Squeeze the sides and pull.. Mine was very, very tight... Once that slides out you can see and change the battery...
132338
Wow! You have bad luck. I've had no problems and have yet to change the batteries. Does sound like that's what is needed though.
2125290
Yep, spoke with a lady in Customer Support last week. She didn't provide details (2 batts onboard, etc), but confirmed an estimated release by end of March. I'm guessing it will be a single batt in the grip, then the other in the factory port. I wish they would go with the 2 in pack, since it's easier to drop and charge! :)
1623721
It takes a couple of hours, I think, if the battery is empty. I've since bought a second battery for mine so I could do double the work withoutwaiting if I feel like it. Charge them both at night for next time. Still love it!
144713
Battrey life is around 4-5 hours, I have Three "New" ones in the family. All are AT305T16. This is normal. We Love Them. We Payed Over $500.00 for 2 of them, Each. Looks like your refurb is as good as new. Amazon Price is the Best! Thanks Amazon!
1501475
Here's a tip from a user that successfully replaced the battery for this unit.MediaBaron says:I had one of the older non-replaceable battery models. I was able to carefully tap a razor blade around the seam to separate the top and bottom half, replaced the batteries and put it back together using a hot glue gun so it could be easily be taken apart again. This far from an approved process but if you're going to throw it away anyway give it a shot. I gave it away to someone who's wife was going through chemo and bought the model with the replaceable battery before they were discontinued. It wasn't pretty after the hot glue but it worked. Here's a tip from a user that successfully replaced the battery for this unit.MediaBaron says:I had one of the older non-replaceable battery models. I was able to carefully tap a razor blade around the seam to separate the top and bottom half, replaced the batteries and put it back together using a hot glue gun so it could be easily be taken apart again. This far from an approved process but if you're going to throw it away anyway give it a shot. I gave it away to someone who's wife was going through chemo and bought the model with the replaceable battery before they were... » Read More Here's a tip from a user that successfully replaced the battery for this unit.MediaBaron says:I had one of the older non-replaceable battery models. I was able to carefully tap a razor blade around the seam to separate the top and bottom half, replaced the batteries and put it back together using a hot glue gun so it could be easily be taken apart again. This far from an approved process but if you're going to throw it away anyway give it a shot. I gave it away to someone who's wife was going through chemo and bought the model with the replaceable battery before they were discontinued. It wasn't pretty after the hot glue but it worked. « Show Less
204270
I got a similar unit and when I first plugged it in, it too showed "fully charged". I then unplugged it and checked the battery level, but it instantly showed 0V. So that told me the "full charge" reading was false and the charger was giving me that reading while the battery seemed like an "open circuit" and was not accepting power yet. So I did leave it plugged in and within 1/2 hour it began dropping the reading to show 65% charged or such which I knew was more realistic. So despite getting that "full charge" reading off the bat, it does need the charge time.
377594
Is it not charging? I got the socket replaced, where you plug the charger in, and now it works fine. Plus I'm better about draining the battery completely before charging. I think they don't sell batts because it void the warranty if you open the case. I did order a replacement, though, from Screen Surgeons in Tucson, AZ. Got it in 3-4 days....
2241641
Hello, friendthank you for you contacting me. the battery is a built-in battery, do you want to change a battery ? what's kind of battery do you want to change ? I will ask for help from my technists about this . looking forward to hear from you. thank U so much ! have a nice day !
1177816
very easy to replace. The back has a round, sealed cover that opens using a penny or something similar. I can't remember the exact size of battery, but it is one of the common coin sized flat, round batteries (2032 sticks in my mind). They can be purchased at any chain store with a watch counter, maybe even your grocery store, and certainly here on amazon. I haven't had to replace mine yet (2 months with a lot of use), but I did open the cover to check it out soon after receiving it.
183626
"and Have EXTRA patience when first turning them on outta the BOX, it takes several resets and trys, took about 20 minutes ! IT WILL COME ON..."What are you talking about?!?! Maybe you had issues, but I never did at all, I took it out and charged the battery like you are supposed to, and then it worked perfectly afterwards and has ever since (just over a year now). I never heard of anyone else having this initial start-up issue, I was a regular on the Archos Fans forums and never saw multiple discussions on this (meaning it was *not* a big problem that lots of people were having). Don't try and tell people that *everyone* will have this issue happen to them, that is so not cool... "and Have EXTRA patience when first turning them on outta the BOX, it takes several resets and trys, took about 20 minutes ! IT WILL COME ON..."What are you talking about?!?! Maybe you had issues, but I never did at all, I took it out and charged the battery like you are supposed to, and then it worked perfectly afterwards and has ever since (just over a year now). I never heard of anyone else having this initial start-up issue, I was a regular on the Archos Fans forums and never saw multiple discussions on this (meaning it was *not* a big problem that lots of people... » Read More "and Have EXTRA patience when first turning them on outta the BOX, it takes several resets and trys, took about 20 minutes ! IT WILL COME ON..."What are you talking about?!?! Maybe you had issues, but I never did at all, I took it out and charged the battery like you are supposed to, and then it worked perfectly afterwards and has ever since (just over a year now). I never heard of anyone else having this initial start-up issue, I was a regular on the Archos Fans forums and never saw multiple discussions on this (meaning it was *not* a big problem that lots of people were having). Don't try and tell people that *everyone* will have this issue happen to them, that is so not cool... « Show Less
1064360
comes with battery, I know you can change them, but it's not easy or meant to be changed. I've not changed mine yet. Do not leave it plugged in all the time, charge it, then use it and when it starts to slow down a lot, charge it back up for 6 hours. I use mine all the time, and travel with it, so I put some painter's tape over the on/off switch so it doesn't run itself out, I put it in a ziplock back wrapped in a paper towel and I take it with me. Well worth the money, I hope you like it too.
1448628
My first battery change was about two months in, and that's with heavy use and the screen/button illumination always on. I turned off the auto-on settings and stretched it out a couple more months. Of course, I use it constantly throughout the day and evening.
985037
Hi Macarena! The one they sent me, a battery can not be changed. It's sealed. Get one from "Hug My Pet"! Beter quality, comes with a battery & instructions! This one came just in a plasic baggy with a chemical smell!! Hope this helps!
1507612
I've only had it for a week, so no battey problems yet. It lasts my whole 10-hour work day on a full charge. There aren't any instructions included abot replacing the battery, but it looks like someone else responded and said it IS user-replaceable. Li-ion should last for years, but good battery maintenance will help extend the life. For at least the first 10 cycles, I charge it fully, then drain it completely. Don't recharge when it drops to 80%, 60%, etc. The performance doesn't suffer at all even when it is almost dead. That should help you get the most life and best performance.