Rechargeable battery? Does this scale run on a battery/rechargeable battery?
424589
it does have a rechargeable battery. I take this scale to Farmers Markets.. does not do well in the sunlight, can't read the display, but ok for "shady" spots.
2001730
I believe it's for operating the scale with electricity rather than battery. If you use the scale almost continuously during the day, it might be more convenient to use the adapter. I use my scale for weighing homemade soap ingredients perhaps every few weeks, so operate the scale by battery. The scale turns off automatically if it's not used within a five-minute period, so battery life is conserved well. Love my scale!!!
590610
Yes it does run on a rechargeable battery pack(that is included along with the charger). The battery pack fits into the bottom of the cycle. The instructions state to charge the battery back for 4 hours the first time. It also uses a 9 volt battery in the remote controller. It also comes with a 9 volt battery. We purchased one for our grandson's 8th birthday. It runs great, very fast, does jumps etc. It did not take him very long to learn to control it. It is much easier to control than the helicopter that we previously got him. The only negative is the charger does not have any lights to signal when the charge is complete, other wise it is a very good unit Yes it does run on a rechargeable battery pack(that is included along with the charger). The battery pack fits into the bottom of the cycle. The instructions state to charge the battery back for 4 hours the first time. It also uses a 9 volt battery in the remote controller. It also comes with a 9 volt battery. We purchased one for our grandson's 8th birthday. It runs great, very fast, does jumps etc. It did not take him very long to learn to control it. It is much easier to control than the helicopter that we previously got him. The only negative is the charger does not have any lights to... » Read More Yes it does run on a rechargeable battery pack(that is included along with the charger). The battery pack fits into the bottom of the cycle. The instructions state to charge the battery back for 4 hours the first time. It also uses a 9 volt battery in the remote controller. It also comes with a 9 volt battery. We purchased one for our grandson's 8th birthday. It runs great, very fast, does jumps etc. It did not take him very long to learn to control it. It is much easier to control than the helicopter that we previously got him. The only negative is the charger does not have any lights to signal when the charge is complete, other wise it is a very good unit « Show Less
258881
No. It comes with an empty battery compartment for 4 C cells and an AC adapter. So it can run on batteries (you supply) or house current. There is no rechargeable battery included
1596468
I have only had it a couple of weeks - still going! The batteries come separately from the scale and you insert them yourself (they are AAA, I think).
1355306
I have this scale and works great with the 9 volt battery, Be sure the battery is OK and is new. did you tried with a new battery? Take in account the weight limit of the scale too. If you are not going to use the scale, ensure remove the battery to extend the life of it.
638769
I cannot really answer your question, I just know that at times you get on the scale & it weighs you one thing, then step off & back on and it might give you an entirely different weight, then if you take your batteries out and put them back in it also might give you another weight. Sometimes I would think I wish I had gotten one of the old fashioned scales without batteries.
139392
No, it is AC and battery operated. I remember looking at a few scales that did have USB connectivity, but now that I have a month or so of use with this scale I'm not sure what the benefit of having a USB connection is. I print all my postage myself online to save some on shipping. I try to package things and weight them before listing on Ebay. After a month of use I have found it the scale to be very accurate. The folks at the P.O. are often exclaiming how right on I am when I bring my pkgs with pre-paid discounted online shipping. No problems so far. Oh, and the batteries that came with mine worked from the start and are still running fine. No, it is AC and battery operated. I remember looking at a few scales that did have USB connectivity, but now that I have a month or so of use with this scale I'm not sure what the benefit of having a USB connection is. I print all my postage myself online to save some on shipping. I try to package things and weight them before listing on Ebay. After a month of use I have found it the scale to be very accurate. The folks at the P.O. are often exclaiming how right on I am when I bring my pkgs with pre-paid discounted online shipping. No problems so far. Oh, and the batteries that came with... » Read More No, it is AC and battery operated. I remember looking at a few scales that did have USB connectivity, but now that I have a month or so of use with this scale I'm not sure what the benefit of having a USB connection is. I print all my postage myself online to save some on shipping. I try to package things and weight them before listing on Ebay. After a month of use I have found it the scale to be very accurate. The folks at the P.O. are often exclaiming how right on I am when I bring my pkgs with pre-paid discounted online shipping. No problems so far. Oh, and the batteries that came with mine worked from the start and are still running fine. « Show Less
2050345
mine lasted about 2 weeks. (I logged on to see if they were just short term ones for demo purposes and see that other people were luckier) Hope it is the batteries and not the scale b/c I liked it while it lasted. (will get some new ones and try that)
896155
The scale comes with batteries installed, all you have to do to activate is pull the tape. I have had the scale for almost a year and have not replaced the batteries. This scale turns off pretty quickly once you step off saving battery power. The answer to your question regarding battery replacement is battery #CR2032. It is the button lithium battery and they usually come 2 in a pack. Hope this helps.
553415
It's not heavy so I'm guessing that's the best answer I can give for portable and no it doesn't run on batteries
909596
I have used my scale almost every day since it was delivered in September and have yet to replace the batteries. I imagine it is all down to time and usage, plus the auto-off after one minute of being idle certainly helps conserve battery power.
5276
This scale came with the battery already put into it. When I looked, the battery looked like the flat, circular kind found in watches. I did not remove it to find the exact battery size.
1362037
I've never put it on a scale, but I carry it in my pack while trekking and the weight is negligible. Weighs less than a cell phone for sure. It is just a plastic box with a battery and a small circuit card.
713040
It takes 3 AA batteries and they last a long time. I get mine at Dollar Tree and only change them twice a year. I use the scale almost every day.
1385886
It Uses The Flat Button Batteries That Go For Home Scales. Usually They are bought in a set which will be cheaper and better.
411804
On the underside there is a small removable cover, similar to radios and remote controls, remove the cover and replace the batteries. Simple and quick. When you use the scale, if you don't turn it off it will automatically turn itself off in about a minute so it doesn't run down the batteries. I had mine almost a year before I had to replace the batteries and I was using it daily.