Battery life ? I really hate having to toss a razor because it no longer holds a charge. Will this one last at least two years ? Has yours died any earlier ? Thanks
826143
I know this was asked in 2010, but it takes time to answer this kind of question. I've had mine since 2011. The battery is showing wear and needs to be charged more frequently than when it was new. When new, I would charge it once every month or so. Now, I'm charging it once or twice a week. Based on how often I recharge the razor in 2014, i'd expect it to last another 1-2 years before needing a full replacement. So, the guesstimated longevity of this razor could be up to 5-6 years. My use is every weekday as a dry shave, never wet. Not used on weekends. I wash the razor about once every 2 weeks and it gets oiled nearly every shave. I know this was asked in 2010, but it takes time to answer this kind of question. I've had mine since 2011. The battery is showing wear and needs to be charged more frequently than when it was new. When new, I would charge it once every month or so. Now, I'm charging it once or twice a week. Based on how often I recharge the razor in 2014, i'd expect it to last another 1-2 years before needing a full replacement. So, the guesstimated longevity of this razor could be up to 5-6 years. My use is every weekday as a dry shave, never wet. Not used on weekends. I wash the razor about once every 2... » Read More I know this was asked in 2010, but it takes time to answer this kind of question. I've had mine since 2011. The battery is showing wear and needs to be charged more frequently than when it was new. When new, I would charge it once every month or so. Now, I'm charging it once or twice a week. Based on how often I recharge the razor in 2014, i'd expect it to last another 1-2 years before needing a full replacement. So, the guesstimated longevity of this razor could be up to 5-6 years. My use is every weekday as a dry shave, never wet. Not used on weekends. I wash the razor about once every 2 weeks and it gets oiled nearly every shave. « Show Less
826144
Bought mine in January of 2009. Still going strong in February of 2015. Only charge it every 7-9 days. The only thing wrong with it is the display. When using it in the shower, the display goes bonkers. If I use it strictly as a dry shaver for several days, the display straightens out.
826145
Yes it will last. I have had mine for over 2 years and it still works. I think I bought it fall 2009
826146
Mine lasted close to 5 years before it required a charge too often to put up with.
826147
Have had mine for almost a year so far and no problems other than the fact that the shaver only gives about 5 good shaves before it needs recharging...and yes, I follow proper charging instructions. Other than that, it's great both wet and dry.
2115575
According to the razor's manual the rechargeable battery is not replaceable and should only be removed for disposal. I've had other Norelco razors and the rechargeable batteries last for years.
1506953
Had mine just over three months. I use it with hot water and hand soap. The blades are definitely less efficient than they were, although still better than my last razor.Out of the posters on this thread, three indicate a life of 3-4 months... Interesting. Guess I'll try the "Tom's brushless cream".J. Thayer, how old are you and how hard is your beard?
1864873
My shaver does not hold a charge. It does not shave the hair. This shaver has never worked from day one. Save yourself the aggravation of trying to fix it and go with a different brand or try the little pink plastic disposable razors. They tend to be more reliable.
2177786
The razor operates cordless, using internal batteries. A cord is used for charging the batteries. The charge lasts for about a week. The one I bought from Amazon came with the charging cord.
520494
My initial battery lasted several years. Since this is a lower priced razor I found it cheapest to by a new one because the batteries should only be replaced by an authorised service station and a new one also comes with a new $27 head which should be replaced every year. I use the old razor as a spare using the charging coard for an electrical power source.
357014
For the razor blades, no. For the battery powered trimmer I have to admit that I forget. Have used this product (trimmer only) for about 8 hours in the last 5 months with the same battery, and have only had to bush it out to clean it. I expect it to last for another 5 years or so, which comes out to $2 per year. The next least expensive trimmer I looked at cost about $100, which would have to be used 200 years to cost as much as I spent on this. The plastic will probably wear out before the trimmer blades do at this rate.
381365
It is rechargeable. I bought a new one. My last one lasted about 7 years before having the clipper break off. I still use it for shaving when the new one is charging. I love this razor. To use it best, use a light touch while shaving. I noticed some complained that the cover over the razor part does not stay on. It has one direction that works best and you must press it in the middle in order for it to snap on and stay on. Good luck with it.
551509
Mine only worked on the first charge. A couple of shaves later, and now it only runs for about 7 seconds on a full charge. I've charged it 3 times to make sure and it just doesn't work. Unfortunately I rarely use it so by the time I realized it was broken it was too late to return. I guess I just lose my money. Lame.
2055529
Juan,Did you have luck using the shaver before,and if so for how many weeks ?Possibility , a new pair of Alkaline batteries need to be installed.I've had mine for about 5 months,and it still works great.Gerald
1144174
I have the Panasonic and after a few months of use, it just does not work. Tried calling company and they said I HAD to use shaving cream !! - I got this because I wanted to NOT use cream, but even with the cream it stopped working; now it is over 2 years and I still cannot bring myself to throw it out.anyone have a good replacement electric womens shaver?
2006009
No, WTF, the price tripled since I got my last head. They do last 12 months but the last one I got was $50. WTF they have lost there mind. $144 is crazy. Thats what I paid for the whole razor 2 yrs a go.
1070904
Has anyone been able to purchase a replacement battery for the 7140XL? I can't find one, and my shaver will only hold a charge for about 3 shaves now. I've had it for only a couple of years.
78552
I actually don't know. Here's why. Almost everytime I use it I store it in the charger so it charges after each use. On occasion while traveling I've used it maybe five times without charging and it's held the charge through that and when I did charge it after that use, I never noticed how long it took. The shaver doesn't tell you how much of the battery is left before it needs to be charged. I guess they assume you'll store and charge it after each use.
2011180
I have also had a Panasonic wet/dry shaver very similar to this for about 15yrs (use it once a wk on face and twice a month on head) and I'm finally looking to replace it with another Panasonic for sure. (Posted this in support of the quality/longevity)
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I never had to replace my battery in ten years of use. I would use it four or five times before charging. I believe it might be a chore to replace, if you have not done it before. If you will oil the blade every other use, it will stay sharp. I decided to just by a new razor instead of a replacement battery was a better option.
1139821
Just back from a 10 vacation and took just the razor. Never needed a charge at all. As for the blades discussion - the razor will tell you when you need to change them. They should last about 18 months. When I returned home I put the razor in the cleaning station and it asked for an intense (long) cleaning process.