Are ALL batteries associated with this product (weather "internal" or "external") user-replaceable? Will this become exhausted-int.-batt. e-waste?
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Yes. You can replace with rechargeable or alkaline batteries easily. Do not try to recharge alkaline batteries. They would only be used to recharge a cell phone or something similar. Rechargeable batteries have many cycles before they have to be replaced. They are environmentally friendly. I did not feel that the solar charge feature worked well. The USB cord plugged into external power, works best.
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Yes. You can replace with rechargeable or alkaline batteries easily. Do not try to recharge alkaline batteries. They would only be used to recharge a cell phone or something similar.Rechargeable batteries have many cycles before they have to be replaced. They are environmentally friendly. I did not feel that the solar charge feature worked well. The USB cord plugged into external power, works best.
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There are no intenal batteries to be replaced. The only batteries associated with the charger are the ones you are charging, testing, or using to charge an iPhone etc. As with all electronic equipment, the charger should be taken to an electronic waste station when it is to be disposed of. BTW I charged 2 aaa batteres using solar charging in bright sunlight in the same time it took with a panasonic quick charger.
799645
Replacement batteries are widely available on ebay or amazon. a fresh batt can last three days on mine. i prefer the docking station for charging also available amazon
1424663
There is no internal battery option. Household AC or external DC (12V) or AC power converter pushing 1 A.
211757
The package states "self recharging battery", but nothing in the package insert indicates it is replaceable. There also does not appear to be an easy way to open the unit. Try to contact the manufacturer and let me know what you find out.
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Technically, you COULD replace the battery but the battery is sealed in the unit so the operation would constitute an unnatural act and, probably soldering and things like that. So, no it is not a consumer replaceable battery.
57865
This is a follow up from my earlier response. MicroSolar informs me that the battery is replaceable.
821919
Yes the battery is replaceable, as long as you put the AA, rechargeable or not.
179310
Hans,Nothing has burned out as yet. I pull batteries out of all equipment after using just to be safe. Also Hans, I use a battery tester before we charge after we charge to make sure all is in the green. Have a great day!
1171710
No it's not a replaceable battery. I bought this product and the battery stopped working in less than 60 day with minimal use. It was replaced and the same thing happened with the newer product. I had not used either product more than 5 times. After contacting the seller they would not accept a return or fix the product, because I had just reached the ninety day threshold of no money back or returns. It is a piece of garbage!!!
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i don't think it is replaceable. there is no slot/hatch in the back so recharging by usb is probably the only way to give it power. these go for quite some time between charges. just pay attention to the manual's recommendations and it should fairly keep the life going strong as far as use. leaving anything plugged/charging for long periods of time or overnight is a no-no for any product.
685342
AFAIK, no user-serviceable parts. Battery built-in, according to manufacturer.
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Yes there is an internal battery you could try to replace but it is not normally supposed to be user-serviceable. First I would make sure the dc adapter is working and/or try another adapter. It is more likely that the adapter has died as even if the battery was 'dead' (i.e., would not hold any charge) it should still allow passage of enough current to work while plugged into a power source. Even brand new, my battery only lasted perhaps ten minutes. If left for a few days without driving, it completely discharges, but works fine as long as it is plugged in. There have been occasions the adapter came loose and I thought the unit had died but I just needed to jiggle the adapter in the 12v socket. Yes there is an internal battery you could try to replace but it is not normally supposed to be user-serviceable. First I would make sure the dc adapter is working and/or try another adapter. It is more likely that the adapter has died as even if the battery was 'dead' (i.e., would not hold any charge) it should still allow passage of enough current to work while plugged into a power source. Even brand new, my battery only lasted perhaps ten minutes. If left for a few days without driving, it completely discharges, but works fine as long as it is plugged in. There have been occasions the... » Read More Yes there is an internal battery you could try to replace but it is not normally supposed to be user-serviceable. First I would make sure the dc adapter is working and/or try another adapter. It is more likely that the adapter has died as even if the battery was 'dead' (i.e., would not hold any charge) it should still allow passage of enough current to work while plugged into a power source. Even brand new, my battery only lasted perhaps ten minutes. If left for a few days without driving, it completely discharges, but works fine as long as it is plugged in. There have been occasions the adapter came loose and I thought the unit had died but I just needed to jiggle the adapter in the 12v socket. « Show Less
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This is a disposable product. The battery cannot be replaced by the consumer.
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No, the rechargeable battery inside is not replaceable. I use mine almost every day for over 8 months without any change in battery life. If you're worried about the battery not being able to hold a charge in a few years, then you may want to contact the manufacture to see if they offer a battery replacement service.
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Yes the internal battery can be recharged. Have only had to recharge it once and did that in the evening leaving it on all night. I haven't found anything yet that would show the status of the battery, or it's level of charge.
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i really don't know how long they last but we used ours for six hours . running it wide open and it was fine....they company claims up to ten hours. i think it's a sealed motorcycle or lawn mower battery and yes, the company says it's replaceable. we used ours at farmers markets all summer and it has performed wonderfully. charges up quickly...it's a well thought out system
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No you can not replace the battery it is internal. It does have the option to connect an audio cord to it so that when the batter no longer works it is still functional.