When I asked my Fire Dept. if I could have my older unit recharged, I was told that cheaper units with plastic valves couldn't. Can THIS ONE be recharged?
1066721
As far as I know there was no problem. We are a business and have Superior Welding do our annual fire extinguisher inspection. If you are from Dubuque Iowa I would check with them.
1066722
If metal valve, yes recharge. Regardless, always listen to fire department, even if they are wrong, unless it compromises life safety. Most F D's know what they are doing...but there are a few with egomaniacal idiots, harmless unless their advice compromises safety.
606309
The instructions say to only use the rechargeable battery that is included but I used regular batteries when it died one day and they worked fine. I only used them for a couple of hours then charged the unit again and have no problems since. I'm guessing you could also use any rechargeable AAA, but I've not had these long enough to run the included batteries out.
1555446
I just checked the label on the fire extinguisher and it CAN be recharged. So the answer is "Yes"
1902187
I just got mine and couldn't find where it said not to use rechargeables, tried N-MH batteries and it worked fine. All 4 modes OK. I would rather use rechargeables since have had Alkalines leak and ruin things the last 3-4 years, (new ones ). I'm talking major brand batteries too. Maybe Chinas' Quality Control has dropped.
1931048
I am told no and the replacements are not rechargeable. They do have several years of life prior to failure.
96146
I saw the other reply, which is consistent with what I remember. The dehumidifier lasted me for most of two seasons, after which the compressor ceased to produce any results, although it ran. It probably leaked all the refrigerant, and there is no practical way to recharge it. From what I have read, 2 years, sadly, is about all one can expect from these devices. By the way, I am trying a Frigidaire this time; I bought it four and half months ago, and it is still working; only time will tell if it has any more endurance than the Sunpentown; the features are nearly identical.
983169
you need to charge any fire extinguisher after use because it losses its pressure
712995
It does not say that you can't use rechargeable batteries.....all it says or references is that you should not mix old and new batteries an/or standard and rechargeable batteries....You just helped me actually cuz I never thought of using rechargeable batteries...Good job!!! :)
675813
The operating word is "rechargeable." If the batteries say "rechargeable" then this unit will handle them. Never put non-rechargeables in it.
988676
It looks like the batteries have to be removed to be charged (which makes me question why it's called 'rechargeable'?) The plug cord is removable and works fine - but only to power the unit directly. (as I understand it)
2195485
Not on any battery I have in Southern Virginia,,, I think it would be to hot & dry the battery out-especially one not capable of adding water. my 2 cents.
1274030
Yeah, I saw where it said "drained" battery, but while researching these types of rechargers I saw another one that said "recharges drained batteries" but a few sentences later says, "don't use on discharged batteries" which I'm assuming means don't use this on dead batteries. Why can't they just SAY this works on completely drained batteries or not? Or am I just being too cautious? I'd hate to get this and have someone I love depend on it getting them out of a jam only to find out that welllll, it's not QUITE that good, yanno?
1167509
the unit takes standard aaa batteries.uses very little power so i would not use rechargables as they discharge in the unit.
1146409
I'm not sure but... Did you remove the plastic shield protecting the little nickel-sized battery? One more thing... is this before any valve control units are connected?Best of luck with your unit. I've VERY satisfied with mine.
2076296
There should be rechargeable batteries supplied with the unit. We haven't had to replace them since we installed it 2 years ago...
1342703
I don't see why not, although I don't know if a rechargeable would hold its power level as long as an alkyline or lithium. After all, these units primarily just sit there for months/years, whilst rechargables are made for heavy power drain over shorter periods, like toys, electric razors, radios, then be recharged.
299110
Yes. You need to get the correct battery charger for the unit so you do not ruin the unit. FamilyPoolFun com can help you.