Does yours eat batteries like ours? This arrived the last week of July 2007, we started using it the first week of August 2007, and although our use hasn't changed since then, it's going through batteries faster and faster. Has anyone else had this issue? Does yours eat batteries like ours? This arrived the last week of July 2007, we started using it the first week of August 2007, and although our use hasn't changed since then, it's going... » Read More Does yours eat batteries like ours? This arrived the last week of July 2007, we started using it the first week of August 2007, and although our use hasn't changed since then, it's going through batteries faster and faster. Has anyone else had this issue? « Show Less
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We've had our Harmony 676 for about 3 years. I replaced the batteries early in December and got the "replace batteries" message again before the end of the month. Maybe the batteries weren't very fresh. That's the fastest the remote has used batteries.MJH
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Yes I got my 670 in September 2007, the first set lasted about a month and by January it was using a set of 4 per week...I have stopped using it and am in a dilemma as what to do... I think I may try to return it to Best Buy and get the Harmony "ONE" with recharger base.
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I've had this remote for over two years. I saw the light and went the rechargeable route. I can usually go 7-8 weeks between battery changes. If you use the backlight a lot it seems to eat batteries faster. I do know if you have one bad or low battery it will tell you to change batteries quicker. Make sure that all four batteries are fresh.
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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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Don´t know how long you´ve been using it for. If it is 1-2 yrs max with a minor-moderate usage I suggest you contact the manufacturer. I did it once at the beginning and they provided a great/quick service. If you´ve used it for several years then you have to understand that all batteries have a life. Maybe you´ve drained it a few times and it´s over now.
1662055
Good, I assume. I have been using it 8+ hours/ day for 5 dats a week and I've had it over a month now and haven't had to replace the battery yet.
1291087
I use mine almost every day, and haven't changed battery yet. Bought mine eight or nine months ago. :-)
583452
I do not know what your problem would be, as I have not replaced the batteries in mine since I bought it and that has been since April 26 of this year. I do not get on the scale every day though, if you are doing that, maybe that is why the batteries are being used up. Or it may be the type of batteries you are using. Check with Radio Shack to find out the best batteries you can get, or get the rechargeable batteries, it is expensive at first, but in the long run, it would be cheaper.
728272
It has been 6 months that we have had it. While it is not an item that is used everyday, we have had no problems with it. We still have the same batteries in it too!
677999
I have had the battery less than a month. It is great so far. I would recommend that you find someone who has had the battery over a year. That is when my previous third-party battery from another company failed despite not being recharged much.
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I've been pretty happy with mine. Quick readout but I couldn't figure out what type or how to replace the battery. Mine still is working. I bought it last November.
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The outside box has no date on it. Each individual battery is marked with a "Best Before" date of March 2018. I purchased them January 16 2014, so it is a safe bet that current batteries will have a different date. For what it's worth; These batteries have exceeded my expectations. I have a number of wireless motion sensors that are in relatively high-traffic areas during the day. Previous batteries of another brand, always alkaline, never lasted more than about 5 months in those devices. These batteries, put into use January of 2014, are still going strong as of October 16 2014. The outside box has no date on it. Each individual battery is marked with a "Best Before" date of March 2018. I purchased them January 16 2014, so it is a safe bet that current batteries will have a different date. For what it's worth; These batteries have exceeded my expectations. I have a number of wireless motion sensors that are in relatively high-traffic areas during the day. Previous batteries of another brand, always alkaline, never lasted more than about 5 months in those devices. These batteries, put into use January of 2014, are still going strong as of October 16... » Read More The outside box has no date on it. Each individual battery is marked with a "Best Before" date of March 2018. I purchased them January 16 2014, so it is a safe bet that current batteries will have a different date. For what it's worth; These batteries have exceeded my expectations. I have a number of wireless motion sensors that are in relatively high-traffic areas during the day. Previous batteries of another brand, always alkaline, never lasted more than about 5 months in those devices. These batteries, put into use January of 2014, are still going strong as of October 16 2014. « Show Less
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Rosemary - Ours acquired a few months ago has a statement about it expiring by June, 2015 - but also a note apparently relating to the battery saying Install by June, 2018. I will be seeking clarification on that from Philips, the mfgr. If I had one saying it expired in 2006 I would be very concerned. I think it would be very important if not perhaps critical to find a way to have a new battery put in it. The last thing you want to happen is not having a device like this able to work when it is needed!!!! Because of the high price of these things it is a hard pill to swallow, but what would you pay to possibly save the life of a loved one, or perhaps even ANYONE? Rosemary - Ours acquired a few months ago has a statement about it expiring by June, 2015 - but also a note apparently relating to the battery saying Install by June, 2018. I will be seeking clarification on that from Philips, the mfgr. If I had one saying it expired in 2006 I would be very concerned. I think it would be very important if not perhaps critical to find a way to have a new battery put in it. The last thing you want to happen is not having a device like this able to work when it is needed!!!! Because of the high price of these things it is a hard pill to swallow, but what would... » Read More Rosemary - Ours acquired a few months ago has a statement about it expiring by June, 2015 - but also a note apparently relating to the battery saying Install by June, 2018. I will be seeking clarification on that from Philips, the mfgr. If I had one saying it expired in 2006 I would be very concerned. I think it would be very important if not perhaps critical to find a way to have a new battery put in it. The last thing you want to happen is not having a device like this able to work when it is needed!!!! Because of the high price of these things it is a hard pill to swallow, but what would you pay to possibly save the life of a loved one, or perhaps even ANYONE? « Show Less
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I have not replaced and have had for a few months. That is why we replaced the one we had before (not this kind) it ate batteries every few day. Have not had problem with this one at all. Very pleased with this mouse!!
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I'm thinking it's a bad unit. Ours works fine. Have used it for 4 1/2 months and haven't changed the battery once.
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I got this on Aug 2013, and now it is only 6 monthes or so, and I use it not daily, but once--weekly, so the battery is still good, not 30mins, over 1 hr no problem. never measure it.
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We are having the same issue. Been using almost every day for over a year, and even after changing the battery there are issues. The battery case actually is corroding inside! Want to contact company to see suggested lifespan. Otherwise, we've loved it so far!!!
1175284
That is a good question. I have had it for 5 months and it's still running on the same battery.
226549
Since I don't have a big yard, I have no complains like those other users, except that I cannot find a battery replacement, and I need one now. I checked at Sears but no one knows. I search all over the Internet but no result. I even wrote to American Gardener Co. but got no reply. If we cannot find a battery replacement I suggest DO NOT BUY this item. You'll just add garbage to the landfill in a couple of years. HOW COME NOT ONE REVIEW MENTIONED ABOUT BATTERY REPLACEMENT, AND WHERE TO BUY IT? AM I THE ONLY ONE THAT HAVE THIS ISSUE?
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We have had ours for about 4 months. Two people weighing themselves probably every other day and we have had to replace the batteries 4 to 5 times. This scale EATS batteries. Our previous one that we had for 3 years only required a battery change once.