Several reviews stated that the battery cover is difficult to access. Are other owners having difficulty changing the battery?
475537
Yes! The screws are extremely small and very recessed in the body of the unit; I had to buy a special phillups head screw driver from an auto parts store just to get the tiny screws out. Even then, the screw heads get stripped or the the threads on the plastic body get stripped. For this reason alone, the last time my battery died I threw Seiko metronome in the trash and bought another brand. The new brand's battery is extremely easy to replace, no tools necessary, and much cheaper.
475538
I was not able to remove the battery cover. I am looking to buy a non-digital metronome now.
475539
If you have a tiny Phillips head screwdriver with a magnetic tip (like the ones that are used for eyeglass adjustments), you should not have a problem. There are 3 tiny phillip head screws that need to come out to remover the backing. Once the backing is removed, there is one more TINY Phillips head screw that "holds" the battery in. Once you have the right screwdriver, it can be changed within 3 minutes.
1798139
Dolores, I don't know for sure, but I just looked the unit over and it doesn't look like there is any easy way to get into to it. I have had it a couple of years and when I unplug it to test it, it appears to be okay. at its pricepoint it is probably easier to replace the entire unit than fuss with trying to replace the battery.
2164317
I haven't had any problems with the battery. It lasted about 2 years. It was a little tricky changing the battery. I just used a small micro screwdriver to push it out withput moving the metal piece holding it in place. Then I slid the new battery under it. I hope this helps.
900453
Facing towards the opposite side of where the battery goes,there is alittle tab on the cover which ya gently push in alittle bit, in the opposite direction,while gently lifting and sliding the cover towards the end with the little tab.That will expose the battery.Once ya change the battery,reverse the procedure making sure the battery is centered in that plastic cover so it sets back into its' respective position.Do NOT FORCE or you will break it.Take your time and look at it.It's really not that hard to do.I just had to go look at mine,then remove and replace the plastic cover cause I did it awhile ago.So look at it,take your time,and everything should work out alright.Good luck! Facing towards the opposite side of where the battery goes,there is alittle tab on the cover which ya gently push in alittle bit, in the opposite direction,while gently lifting and sliding the cover towards the end with the little tab.That will expose the battery.Once ya change the battery,reverse the procedure making sure the battery is centered in that plastic cover so it sets back into its' respective position.Do NOT FORCE or you will break it.Take your time and look at it.It's really not that hard to do.I just had to go look at mine,then remove and replace the plastic cover cause I did... » Read More Facing towards the opposite side of where the battery goes,there is alittle tab on the cover which ya gently push in alittle bit, in the opposite direction,while gently lifting and sliding the cover towards the end with the little tab.That will expose the battery.Once ya change the battery,reverse the procedure making sure the battery is centered in that plastic cover so it sets back into its' respective position.Do NOT FORCE or you will break it.Take your time and look at it.It's really not that hard to do.I just had to go look at mine,then remove and replace the plastic cover cause I did it awhile ago.So look at it,take your time,and everything should work out alright.Good luck! « Show Less
1069476
Yeah, it's tricky in that you have to make sure you push the green button *horizontally* towards the battery, and it's kind of difficult to do completely, *before* you pull up on the battery handle to lift it out. Hope this helps.
630562
yes the battery can be replaced, and it is hard to open it up. I had to ask my husband how to do it.
1738072
I have had no problems removing the battery. Make sure you are pulling it from the right side. As the picture shows from the top. If you try from the bottom it has a latch and its impossible to remove from that end. Hope this helps. G.
2087238
The battery door design is diabolical. There's a damned near impossible to see slot in the body of the unit. It is quite slender, and you likely need a set of eyeglass screwdrivers to fit it. Depress it, and voila the door can be opened. However, every time I needed to change the battery (when the thing was beeping incessantly), I had to find the manual online, and literally look it up. If I recall, it is about center on the bottom of the unit, almost to the back of the unit.
2045623
You are correct that there is no easy access. This is a very traditional case. It covers and protects the camera and is held on by the camera mounting screw. You unscrew that and the camera is free from the case. So far I haven't had to change the battery in an all day session, so it hasn't been an issue.
1746232
There is a sliding cover to the 2 battery compartments. I don't have mine in front of me, but you should be able to figure out which way to slide it open.
837663
Yes, you need to unscrew the battery cover. These small phillips head screws can be difficult if you aren't using the correct size screwdriver and the correct size head.
780580
Connie, I'm honestly not sure. We tried to pry it open, because you can see a battery in there. I suppose you can change it- if you can get to it! Seems impossible to open.
352770
You have to grab the end and pull while pressing down on the little yellow lock tab in the pocket clip. You can also use pliers to squeeze it while sliding the cover back. It is not easy that's for sure. Two triple A batteries are required.
1455919
Unfortunately, I could not open it up to see how to change the battery. I went online to find a parts list. Could not get any technical/repair/parts information on this product from DeLonghi. Gus
1036917
There is no way to access the battery. I spoke to the seller and they confirmed this. See my 2-star review dated May 15, 2014.
1397853
You are in the right spot, but getting the battery cover off is a difficult job. Even the maintenance man where I live had ahard time getting it off with a flat screwdriver! I taped the screw to the bottom of the disc and just set the battery cover back in place. This was the only fault I found with this item.
1917925
The instructions I have says 'to change the battery, reomove the screws on the underside of the top to remove the battery cover'. 'Only use Ni-MH or NiCd rechargeable batteries'. I hope this helps....