Instructions (B) #6, say it should be unplugged from AC, then remove charged batteries. Is anyone following this rather inconvenient instruction?
1247621
Never had a problem. I'm sure better safe than sorry, but it would take a rare circumstance for anything to happen. Sounds like lawsuit prevention to me. Hug a lawyer.
1247622
No, we're not, living-on-the-edge as we do, my wife and I! Though, as KEJ suggests, their concern is presumably based on either knowledge or experience, so it's probably a good idea to keep the charger out of reach of curious pets and kids when any of the bays are potentially 'live' but empty.
1946317
We never unplug ours. It automatically shuts off, so I never really saw the need. Never had a problem with it.
798226
Me to, I thought it was just me. I just unplug it and then plug it back in. I repeat this process until it works, usually I have to plug and unplug a couple of times. Annoying. Dan
140147
From the instructions: Remove the battery cover (located on Top) by turning it clockwise. Insert 4 AA batteries and replace the battery cover. If using with an adapter (6V 500MA) do insert the batteries and plug the adapter into the adapter jack on the item (next to the on/off button). Don't place the item near other light sources - place away from the area you are trying to keep insect free so the insect can be attracted away from your desired location. I hope this works for you - it didn't me!
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I had not any problem. Instruction manual is quite clear. I recommend only to connect AC power instead of using battery...I first tried with battery, and nothing happened: It was because the battery I had just bought was...empty ! (it happens sometimes, or China imported..)I connected it with my home tv, and have just to zap when door bell rings...Plse let me know what infos you need. And since my english is not very fluent (I'm living in France); what is the meaning of rerode ??I have bought those items last October, and sincerely they work fine. Maybe only concern is to hire poeple to stay on stand-by near the TV ....Best regards. I had not any problem. Instruction manual is quite clear. I recommend only to connect AC power instead of using battery...I first tried with battery, and nothing happened: It was because the battery I had just bought was...empty ! (it happens sometimes, or China imported..)I connected it with my home tv, and have just to zap when door bell rings...Plse let me know what infos you need. And since my english is not very fluent (I'm living in France); what is the meaning of rerode ??I have bought those items last October, and sincerely they work fine. Maybe only concern is to... » Read More I had not any problem. Instruction manual is quite clear. I recommend only to connect AC power instead of using battery...I first tried with battery, and nothing happened: It was because the battery I had just bought was...empty ! (it happens sometimes, or China imported..)I connected it with my home tv, and have just to zap when door bell rings...Plse let me know what infos you need. And since my english is not very fluent (I'm living in France); what is the meaning of rerode ??I have bought those items last October, and sincerely they work fine. Maybe only concern is to hire poeple to stay on stand-by near the TV ....Best regards. « Show Less
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Unplugging is not necessary. It will, however, stay "on" after you turn off the engine and thus provide a small drain on the car battery. To avoid that, don't forget to press the blue button to turn ithe unit "off" every time you finish using it
739452
I too leave mine plugged in. However, when I have left it out for a little while, always charges right back up. I don't see how the battery can be replaced. I have had mine several years now and cannot complain at all about how it works.
531706
I leave mine plugged in all winter and it's fine. I don't think it's a drain on the battery to leave it plugged in.
1952223
I had the EXACT SAME experience and before i figured it out I thought it had died on me. I started the whole Amazon return process and then realized, like you said, that it needs to "charge" for a bit after plugged in. I have to say that it's kind of annoying but I love the light so much that i"m willing to look past that> Maybe it's a hint to me that I need to get my son a power strip so that he doesn't have to keep unplugging things to charge items. =) Hope this helps. ~ Nikki
577747
From my experience I wouldn't attempt to go over an hour. I had three batteries charged and ready at all times. When one would get low I would change it and put the used one on the charger. If you are shooting continuously go AC if you can't use AC keep an eye on your battery level. I hope this is helpful.
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I'm very sorry for those of you who need to remove the battery to charge it, but that is not a viable option at all as the connection for the charger is a somewhat permanent part of the mower and it would require a rather extensive disassembling of the unit each time. Perhaps you could consider a long outdoor extension cord, but the mower and charger need to be kept in a dry place. I received my CMM1200 two days ago (and already donated my old gas self propelled to Habitat for Humanity) and hope to have the same good experience as so many others. Thanks to everyone who provided information for this purchasing decision! I'm very sorry for those of you who need to remove the battery to charge it, but that is not a viable option at all as the connection for the charger is a somewhat permanent part of the mower and it would require a rather extensive disassembling of the unit each time. Perhaps you could consider a long outdoor extension cord, but the mower and charger need to be kept in a dry place. I received my CMM1200 two days ago (and already donated my old gas self propelled to Habitat for Humanity) and hope to have the same good experience as so many others. Thanks to everyone who provided information... » Read More I'm very sorry for those of you who need to remove the battery to charge it, but that is not a viable option at all as the connection for the charger is a somewhat permanent part of the mower and it would require a rather extensive disassembling of the unit each time. Perhaps you could consider a long outdoor extension cord, but the mower and charger need to be kept in a dry place. I received my CMM1200 two days ago (and already donated my old gas self propelled to Habitat for Humanity) and hope to have the same good experience as so many others. Thanks to everyone who provided information for this purchasing decision! « Show Less
1659182
I have played the unit for a good two hours with the battery. I almost always have it plugged in when I view it. I would see about returning the battery, or getting a new unit. Thats what I like about Amazon, I have never had a problem with a return or replacement.
2037076
I just tried your steps and confirm it works like you want. I turned on the lamp, unplugged the power cord, then replugged the power cord back in, the lamp was still on. I believe this remains to work because the battery still had power. Make sense?
988676
It looks like the batteries have to be removed to be charged (which makes me question why it's called 'rechargeable'?) The plug cord is removable and works fine - but only to power the unit directly. (as I understand it)
2109820
baby unit is always plugged in. only parent unit can unplug and run on battery. having said that i have never done it.
1637763
Battery should have been charged already..if u unplug the opener, does it work off the battery?
1470646
I have not had this experience, but could the battery contacts be corroded? The directions do say to remove the batteries when not using, so that is what I do, since I only use it for traveling.