What type of rechargeable batteries does it use. i.e NiMH, NiCd....etc
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Tenergy Centura AA Low Self-Discharge LSD NiMH Rechargeable Batteries is what I've been using.
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Any battery recharger that can accept NiMH batteries will work. I personally like my "MAHA MH-C9000" a lot. It's reliable, fast and doesn't wear the batteries excessively by allowing them to get too hot while charging. (Cheap chargers can do this and you end up paying what you saved buying the cheap charger on replacement batteries that stop working before they should.)
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You can use ni-mh rechargable batteries. Sanyo Eneloop batteries are the best.
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I have not tried using rechargeable batteries for this but some user manuals will tell you not to use them even though i'll use them anyhow and they work fine. Alkaline batteries are generally at or around 1.2v at 50% while rechargeable NiMH's hold steady at 1.2 volts. It might also be that this manual was meant for the NiMH batteries that you have to recharge no matter what every couple of months or so due to the heavy drain those batteries get. LSD batteries like the Eneloops might work fine, but whether this device will handle the 1.2 volts/rechargeable batteries is really up to whether you give it a shot and see for yourself. I have not tried using rechargeable batteries for this but some user manuals will tell you not to use them even though i'll use them anyhow and they work fine. Alkaline batteries are generally at or around 1.2v at 50% while rechargeable NiMH's hold steady at 1.2 volts. It might also be that this manual was meant for the NiMH batteries that you have to recharge no matter what every couple of months or so due to the heavy drain those batteries get. LSD batteries like the Eneloops might work fine, but whether this device will handle the 1.2 volts/rechargeable batteries is really up to whether... » Read More I have not tried using rechargeable batteries for this but some user manuals will tell you not to use them even though i'll use them anyhow and they work fine. Alkaline batteries are generally at or around 1.2v at 50% while rechargeable NiMH's hold steady at 1.2 volts. It might also be that this manual was meant for the NiMH batteries that you have to recharge no matter what every couple of months or so due to the heavy drain those batteries get. LSD batteries like the Eneloops might work fine, but whether this device will handle the 1.2 volts/rechargeable batteries is really up to whether you give it a shot and see for yourself. « Show Less
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The primary problem is that NiMH batteries do not like to be force-fed/overcharged, andthat is exactly what NiCd "low-end" chargers do: they are basically constant-current"trickle" chargers (low current, takes many hours to charge, then keep feeding thissame charging current even after the NiCd is fully charged). NiCd batteries just shrugoff this excess charging current, but it will eventually "cook" your NiMHs.That said, NiMH will pack much more punch into given size...so if you don't leave it onconstant charge (drain it, charge it overnight, then unplug it once "properly" charged)it should work quite well.Of course if you ditch the crappy little wallwart "charger" and hook it up to a properNiMH charger, it'll work Great! The primary problem is that NiMH batteries do not like to be force-fed/overcharged, andthat is exactly what NiCd "low-end" chargers do: they are basically constant-current"trickle" chargers (low current, takes many hours to charge, then keep feeding thissame charging current even after the NiCd is fully charged). NiCd batteries just shrugoff this excess charging current, but it will eventually "cook" your NiMHs.That said, NiMH will pack much more punch into given size...so if you don't leave it onconstant charge (drain... » Read More The primary problem is that NiMH batteries do not like to be force-fed/overcharged, andthat is exactly what NiCd "low-end" chargers do: they are basically constant-current"trickle" chargers (low current, takes many hours to charge, then keep feeding thissame charging current even after the NiCd is fully charged). NiCd batteries just shrugoff this excess charging current, but it will eventually "cook" your NiMHs.That said, NiMH will pack much more punch into given size...so if you don't leave it onconstant charge (drain it, charge it overnight, then unplug it once "properly" charged)it should work quite well.Of course if you ditch the crappy little wallwart "charger" and hook it up to a properNiMH charger, it'll work Great! « Show Less
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Handset: 3xAAA NiMH rechargeable batteries, (1.2V 600mAh NiMH, 60AAAHC, GPI International Ltd.) are supplied. Base: The backup batteries should be AAA, NiMH, rechargeable only, rated 600mAh are not supplied.
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Not sure on the NiMH or NiCAD with this particular battery, however; I would suggest ordering the original Bosch Blue Core 18v 2.4ah. The life on the after market batteries is poor
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Any device with a display will eat batteries. You must use nimh rechargeable's. Most people already have AA/AAA chargers in their home for other things. Get 8 AAA NiMH Hybrid batteries, 4 for use and 4 for swapping. Hybrid batteries are also labeled PreCharged on retail blister packs. Sanyo's Eneloops here on Amazon are excellent choices. Hybrids will not self discharge like standard NiMHs.
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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.
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NO. The NiMH & NiCD batteries charge differently then the Li-Ion batteries.
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It requires an AAA size battery. It does not have built-in provision for recharging its battery. However, I found that I can use a rechargeable NiMH battery and then use an external charger just fine. The lower standard NiMH cell voltage is not a problem.
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I have used Eneloop 1900mahr NiMH rechargeables forever in mine with excellent results. I like Eneloop batteries because they hold the charge longer and you don't pick up a flashlight and find it dead. They can also be recharged more times.
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I have the standard charger, but I do not know if it will work for NiMH batteries...good question. Perhaps you should contact Black & Decker, and see if they have your answer.
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The instruction booklet says: to use only AAA rechargable NiMH batteries. It takes 3 batteries in the handset and three in the base for backup.
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It specifies Lithium rechargeable batteries. I am having trouble finding rechargeable batteries that are lithium...most are Ni-MH. Can these still be used? (Sorry for the ignorance...I have never used rechargeable batteries!)
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I believe the other two don't know what they are talking about. NiMH batteries hold a charge at about 1.5v when topped off. It should work fine. If this thing doesn't work with NiMH batteries, it would be the first thing I've EVER seen which does not work with NiMH.
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Raed all about it here:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nickel_metal_hydride_batteryPay special attention to "Low Self Discharge Batteries"