Again-- how easy is it to replace the on-board battery? "1 Nonstandard Battery batteries required. (included)" does not cut it by way of an answer.
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That was also, worried about that. I called Wagan and the rep said it required an exact replacement battery.It was then just a matter of removing the top (solar panels) and using care and common tools, remove the old battery and replace the old one.
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I've only added never had to replace. Your question should be on the availability of replacement batteries. For that I would check with Batteries Plus, or Battery World as they have a wide selection of hard to find batteries.
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That was also, worried about that. I called Wagan and the rep said it required an exact replacement battery. It was then just a matter of removing the top (solar panels) and using care and common tools, remove the old battery and replace the old one.
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The battery is of fairly standard physical size. You can get replacements at any hobby shop. There are user websites you can find that give this type of information. Some users even move the battery to lower the center of gravity of the truck.
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What they mean by "Nonstandard" is that you probably can't replace the battery. It's a lithium battery that is built in, so you can't simply go to the store and replace it.The battery is rated for 10 hours by Asus. That would probably translate to something like 8 hours for typical use. Results will vary depending how you are using it, brightness, wifi, GPS, etc....Also the optional keyboard dock has a battery in it that will add another 5 hours of use to it. Probably more like 4 in real world use though. So there could be potentially be a total of 12 hours or so if you get the keyboard dock too. What they mean by "Nonstandard" is that you probably can't replace the battery. It's a lithium battery that is built in, so you can't simply go to the store and replace it.The battery is rated for 10 hours by Asus. That would probably translate to something like 8 hours for typical use. Results will vary depending how you are using it, brightness, wifi, GPS, etc....Also the optional keyboard dock has a battery in it that will add another 5 hours of use to it. Probably more like 4 in real world use though. So there could be potentially be a total of 12 hours... » Read More What they mean by "Nonstandard" is that you probably can't replace the battery. It's a lithium battery that is built in, so you can't simply go to the store and replace it.The battery is rated for 10 hours by Asus. That would probably translate to something like 8 hours for typical use. Results will vary depending how you are using it, brightness, wifi, GPS, etc....Also the optional keyboard dock has a battery in it that will add another 5 hours of use to it. Probably more like 4 in real world use though. So there could be potentially be a total of 12 hours or so if you get the keyboard dock too. « Show Less
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Easy. I recently replaced batteries on two units after 2 years of use (10-20x cycles per day per unit). The 9V batteries are under the inside plate. It took me about 2 minutes and required a common Phillips head screwdriver. One unit had a completely discharged battery. I replaced the battery in unit #2 ... "just because". Both units retained all of the codes; although re-coding is easy (if you have the instructions ;^)
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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.)
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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
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I haven't needed to replace batteries yet. Sorry I can't help. But now I anticipate I'll have the same problem, so I'm happy to know this online Q&A; exists. Maybe the manufacturer will give us some hints.
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i did not find it difficult at all....need to remove some screws to remove the cover panels. once the cover panels(side covers} are off simply remove the POS+ and neg - terminals and replace the battery.
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I do not know, I would think changing the battery would be much easier. Sorry I can not help with that.
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Unfortunately the battery is not replaceable unless you take the unit apart yourself. There's a couple of youtube videos discussing this but it may be more trouble than it is worth. The sides of the unit are glued together and need to be heated to be taken apart.
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Well, I wasn't interested in any warranty because my destination was really far. If I may ask, what is the use of warranty on batteries. Forgive my question if it's out-of-place.
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There is only ONE battery. My suggestion is to change it and you should be good to go.
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It is simple to replace the battery. You have to unscrew the battery cover, take the old battery out, replace the battery with the same type battery and then replace the battery cover.
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I googled battery replacement and it looks pretty detailed.i opted to find a good deal on a norelco replacement.actually found a new in box one for 20 on Craigslist . The cutters alone cost more than that.
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Good question! I'm gonna say 5 min to remove and replace the battery. I only use 1 battery. I can see how it would be inconvenient to have multiple batteries. This bumper case is screwed together.
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The battery is not replaceable. It is supposed to last 5+ years. I have two that have been in use for over 10 years and are still working. One on a garden tractor, and the other on a log splitter. I just purchased 2 more last year to install on atv's I got for the grandchildren. I have read on the internet that people have cut them open (very carefully) and replaced the battery and resealed it. I may try this when one dies, and if it doesn't work I will just throw it away and buy another one.
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I've found you do need to replace the rechargeable batteries now and then. I looked up directions on the internet. It's not difficult but you will need a micro screwdriver and a specialty screw driver as well. The details should be in the internet instructions.