how often should we charge it
1098395
I think it depend on how "smart" the charger is. As I understand it, lead-acid batteries require a three step charging process, first the actual charging, second, a top charge, and then a float or trickle charge to maintain the charge over time. Maybe the rechargeable lanterns have this sort of smart charging. I hope so, and so far have found no definitive answer. My own testing confirms the lantern charger handles the first two steps well, so probably it does the maintenance charge as well. Too bad, isn't it, that rechargeables lose power over time, whether used or not.
1098396
In most uses a trickle charger is connected that will keep the battery charged. If the battery is used in emergency lighting, the trickle charger is built in to this device. I recommend a trickle charger is used at all times to maintain the battery at maximum power when needed.
1098397
I just wait until the blower is not putting out much air and charge it then. I do not leave it plugged in between use, it keeps its charge pretty well between uses.
1098398
I can usually tell when a recharge is needed because my Coleman pump loses power/speed. In the winter months when the pump is not being used I recharge about every three months. If not recharged periodically the battery will lose capacity and eventually fail. Don't leave it constantly plugged into the charger unless your device has a trickle charger as emergency lighting has. The best bet is to follow the battery recommendations of the manufacturer of your particular device.
1098399
I use mine to power my automatic feeder, just one cycle per day, and it lasts a month. I do charge mine about every 2 weeks, over night, just to make sure it has the power to turn the spreader. Never had a problem, and works perfectly.
662690
I have charged it once since i got it. it last a long time i believe or it feels.
1164832
Well actually onceit is charge enough you're good enough to use it more than a few time you don't have to keep it charge always just make sure you charge hundred percent and your good for at least week !! And it's all depends how you use it!! But believe it or not I drive a tow truck and I sometime I don't even charge for a month and it still has enough boost to start the car !! I hope this answers your question!!!
820273
it must give you like 24 hours of use or more cause i got mines 45 days ago and charged it once ... i have used it like 3-4 times a week
549432
I usually recharge once or twice a week and I use 5-6 times a week for about an 1:30 at a time. So its batter life if pretty good. You recharge it by plugging it into a USB to socket connector or just a computer. Very easy and it charges wicked fast
1345190
Yes, u gotta charge every 24 hrs at least. Its one of the few pains, esp. when traveling.
1345056
I would not expect to see it lose charge for one or two weeks. But if you are at home, just leave it plugged in. The circuits will protect it, it will not overcharge.
214747
Sure, plug it in when you get home each time. Make sure you leave it charging for the full 3 hours.
49452
According to the manual the unit can be left plugged in when it is not in use. If not left continuously plugged in it should be charged after each use and once a month otherwise.
610304
I think it depends on how much you use it. The charge on mine goes for about a month.
1845417
My dog has a few hundred acres to roam around freely and I know that robs the battery life. I have been re-charging about every 4 to 5 days. Has not been a real big problem though. She comes in at night and I charge it then.
1415940
Let it charge for 8 to 12 hours. It charges slowat first this helps the battery live longer. you want long term battery health let it charge 100 percent. Then it should be good. I love mine!
237833
I found that approximately three hours is sufficient. I also tend to charge it every other night and have had no problems.
2111935
I haven't had any problems with it holding a charge. I have noticed if I don't use it for a few days it doesn't work. So I would suggest charging it every other day or so. If mine is charged it usually lasts a couple hours.
453216
The battery needs to be charged every 10 to 12 hours in normal use. If used intensively, needs to be charged after 8 hours.
75911
My 15 year old daughter uses it and she only charges it 2 or 3 times a month. She also takes it out of the shower and carries it around the house. So I think the time per charge is pretty good.
204269
I go ahead and charge it. I think you have to charge it now and then even if you don't use it.