User serviceable battery? Charge from PC? NOAA alerts? Crank handle made of aluminum/plastic?
1041144
The crank is made of plastic. I don't have the answer to your other questions.
1041145
This radio will not stay charged, even with new batteries. The weather channel will give you alerts only if turned on. Not sure about handle, just gave the thing away at a garage sale. Ugh
944119
I've already tossed my battery in the recycle bin at our recycling area. Mine was US on outside but it was junk as others I've read about. My son-n-law bought 2 of these and one still is working but the other went boat anchor in less than a month of use.
290628
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery.Should last 8 hrs in golf mode and 3 weeks on a single charge
715693
Spare batteries or you could use something like this: Opteka BP-SC6000 Ultra High Capacity (6000mAh) Backup Battery Solar Charger with Faster Charging EcoPanel
1977349
Haven't tested the crank yet. I power it by power adapter for general weather alarm 24-7. This keeps the internal batteries charged and that will last about 8 hours when I un-plug it. The crank is my 3rd back up only if it comes down to that. performs just as I needed...simple and not complicated.
1025035
I use my starter battery and it works just fine, an aux battery would be the best choice but not necessary at all.
1275293
Schwinn Airdyne Upright Exercise Bike I am looking for a manual or info regarding type of battery the computer uses and where I can buy one???
91528
I have fished all day on a a big lake on a windy day with one battery charge. I recommend an Optima battery. Have fun!
1523083
Honestly, I don't remember. I think I purchased cables but can't remember for sure. If you contact the seller or manufacturer I'm sure they can tell you. On another note, this is a good piece of equipment. I have it installed on my SunTracker Barge and it works perfectly. I always have power to crank. Also, if you are like me and your family spends hours anchored, swimming and listening to music, I recommend a small solar panel. It will trickle charge all day in the sun and keep your batteries topped off. Hope this helps.
226550
I have the same problem. My battery lasted a year and now it is useless. I'm not real thrilled about it as I can also no longer find a battery replacement. I'd get a WORX GT unit but the reviews are all over the board on them as well. I'm thinking the Sears Craftsman C3 19.2 Volt model may be the way to go - it has a replaceable battery.
2157246
It is some kind of coin cell type battery. It is not meant to be replaced by the user. The lantern failed miserably after a few months of use. The plastic gears broke inside. I would not buy this again and I would recommend you avoid it.
306536
Hello Frank, Any good MARINE deep cycle battery will do. They look like auto batteries and can be found wherever batteries are sold. Think about how far you will be traveling on average, and ask a competent sales person about the correct size. I bought a battery for abt. $55 and have never had a problem. Good Luck
1265424
no idea. charging handle broke literally the first time I tried cranking it and radio didn't work. since it felt like a cracker jack prize that didn't work and returning would be not worth the time, it was more gratifying to smash the radio.
775073
Go with the hand crank, the solar charging lasted about 4 months. The battery part still sorks but that is not what I bought it for.
670577
Any inexpensive marine deep cycle battery will do. But remember if you use an independent battery it will need to be charged between uses.
751665
Defective Battery. I store mine in the house all winter. Over-exposure to the cold can deplete even an ION/Lithium cell faster than normal. Had it about three years, has enough charge to get my mid-sized lot/yard done. I recommend having a second battery if you can afford one anyhow, so both are ready to go if one dies out, the job can be finished. Still cheaper than using Gas, just as effective, if not more. Plus, if you can manage to get a solar charger, the possibilities are endless.
590273
It came with a battery and charger. The sensor that came with it also had a suction cup attachment for temporary boat mounts.