life of battery Does anyone know how long the battery will live? The authorized repair station is not close to me and I'd rather not have to make the trip too often.
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Does the charger have a red light that goes green once the mower is charged up? If it does then it's a smart charger...... It is likely that people like me have said it's a dumb charger because it looks like a standard "wall wart". Typically smart chargers are built as a block with wires coming out of both ends, not wall warts.
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Mine is running fine after 3 years now. I previously had a Ryobi cordless 24v mower, and needed to replace that battery every 3 years.
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I have B&D; cordless mower for 7 years. I am happy with it. The battery life could be short. 2 years is what they expect. My first battery last about 2 years. Then, it died. It was changed in service station for a new one. This one has lasted 4 years (5 seasons). But, the running time gets shorter and shorter, then the time is stable and is about 1/2 of the original running time. But, that is good enough for me since I mow front and rear separately. The problem is: now one front wheel got lost. Seems no way to repair. It still mows though. I am thinking to replace it. It might be M&D.; However, I am thinking about Neuton Mower. It seems better but more expensive. I have B&D; cordless mower for 7 years. I am happy with it. The battery life could be short. 2 years is what they expect. My first battery last about 2 years. Then, it died. It was changed in service station for a new one. This one has lasted 4 years (5 seasons). But, the running time gets shorter and shorter, then the time is stable and is about 1/2 of the original running time. But, that is good enough for me since I mow front and rear separately. The problem is: now one front wheel got lost. Seems no way to repair. It still mows though. I am thinking to replace it. It might be... » Read More I have B&D; cordless mower for 7 years. I am happy with it. The battery life could be short. 2 years is what they expect. My first battery last about 2 years. Then, it died. It was changed in service station for a new one. This one has lasted 4 years (5 seasons). But, the running time gets shorter and shorter, then the time is stable and is about 1/2 of the original running time. But, that is good enough for me since I mow front and rear separately. The problem is: now one front wheel got lost. Seems no way to repair. It still mows though. I am thinking to replace it. It might be M&D.; However, I am thinking about Neuton Mower. It seems better but more expensive. « Show Less
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Yes. It does. It is a smart charger then... leave it plugged in. It also explains why they changed it in future mowers. DC-DC charging circuits circuits are not robust, if they are robust, then they were expensive. Therefore, in consumer electronics... They are not robust. They are the failure cause it about 90% of all laptop mainboard deaths. Have the charger easily replaceable as an external part save a whole lot of hassle. You'll notice in the latest version of the mower B&D; has gone a step further. The battery and charger are external and easily brought inside for charging, and for winter storage. Yes. It does. It is a smart charger then... leave it plugged in. It also explains why they changed it in future mowers. DC-DC charging circuits circuits are not robust, if they are robust, then they were expensive. Therefore, in consumer electronics... They are not robust. They are the failure cause it about 90% of all laptop mainboard deaths. Have the charger easily replaceable as an external part save a whole lot of hassle. You'll notice in the latest version of the mower B&D; has gone a step further. The battery and charger are external and easily brought inside for charging, and for... » Read More Yes. It does. It is a smart charger then... leave it plugged in. It also explains why they changed it in future mowers. DC-DC charging circuits circuits are not robust, if they are robust, then they were expensive. Therefore, in consumer electronics... They are not robust. They are the failure cause it about 90% of all laptop mainboard deaths. Have the charger easily replaceable as an external part save a whole lot of hassle. You'll notice in the latest version of the mower B&D; has gone a step further. The battery and charger are external and easily brought inside for charging, and for winter storage. « Show Less
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The service center in Portland wants $130 for the dual battery pack. A "Batterie Plus" franchise says they have the right battery pack for $120. If you have found something cheaper, please let me know. Thanks. Aeromedllc@gmail.com
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Hello Linda. I bought this battery just last year when the original died of natural causes. At most, this sucker last me about an hour to an hour and a half after it's been fully charged. Might not seem like much mind you, but I tend to use the internet a lot and stream things online, and different pages up at once. The less you use, the longer it'll last bit I was reall happy when I got it. And instalation is pretty simple. Let me know if this does/doesn't solve your riddle. I will try again for you. Please have a good evening.
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Hi T.N. - Not sure about battery replacement. I've had my unit for about a year now with no issues. I searched the web and did not find a replacement battery available. Could it be that you have a faulty charger? Try calling the customer care phone number - 1-866-738-4379
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Battery will last over a year ... just put a new one in it before you leave.
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You should contact the seller. The seller I purchased from actually affixed a 1 yr warranty - call 800-xxx-xxxx sticker right on the top between the terminals. If you do not have the information right on the battery, I would suggest checking your invoice to see who you bought it from and contact them for details.
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There seems to be a very small battery door on back I have not been able to open it to determine what type of battery it takes. I would say it is probably too much trouble to replace. Current battery will probably last years, anyway.
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The battery should last several years I am hoping. The charge on the battery is more like 5-7 hours depending on what you are running.
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I don't know about the overall lifespan of the battery, but I do believe replacements are available or at least new pens are and I don't believe they cost much. It's like 15 dollars for a whole new pen. I've had mine for a year now, with daily usage reaching over 8 hours a day sometimes and I've gone as long as 2 months without ever charging it and still no sign of it slowing down.
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Good, I assume. I have been using it 8+ hours/ day for 5 dats a week and I've had it over a month now and haven't had to replace the battery yet.
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Never like hearing these stories. I don't recall a warranty myself, sorry. It's over six months old, and I'd be doubtful on a warranty but worth a try with the vendor and let them know if it stopped charging suddenly or was the computer telling you all along there was "X" amount of life remaining. Just as an FYI, the recommendation is it is good for the battery to use it on Battery Only mode to wear it down and do a recharge rather than keeping the computer plugged in all the time. Good luck, J. J.
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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.
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This unit just came to market so as far as life span no one knows yet. But I will answer on previous model. If you take care of it like anything else; it should last a long time. I used my DC44 about fifteen minutes daily on average and had it for about two years and never replaced battery or had the need to. The run time never diminished over the two years and nothing broke on it either. Just take care of it ie. taking out the wound up hair in the beater bar and cleaning filter once in awhile you will be ok.
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I found the battery will last about 1 year. I have had to replace it 2x since I have owned it. the total hours/miles have not reset on me.
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Mine only lasted a year. I noticed the battery compartment was corroded. We cleaned it out and tried again. It didn't work. I bought a new battery compartment, and it still didn't work. Good luck.
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I can't say that I've check on the battery life. It seems to last pretty long. I will check this week and try to repost.
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I have not had to replace the battery yet. I use it about 30-40 minutes 3-4 times per week. I have had it for about 7-8 to months. I have no complaint on that issue.
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I have had this computer for approximately 14 months and my battery holds charge now for only about an hour to 90 minutes. I am having difficulty finding another one, can someone please tell me what replacement battery would work? thanks!