I recently ran a few unused ones through a wash & dry cycle. Do you think they are still serviceable?
1569545
The wash should not have been a problem but the dryer heat may shorten the life of them
1569546
Why risk it? Your talking less then $1.00 in batteries and putting them in a device that cost as much as my first car. Toss the batteries and get new ones.
1569547
Take them to a Radio Shack or electronics store and have them test all of them BEFORE inserting them in the product. The dry cycle probably ate them.
1569548
The batteries are not actually activated until the tape is removed, thus becoming exposed to air. But, taking a trip through the dryer probably ruined any chance of them being usable. You'll just have try them to find out.
1569549
I doubt it but at least they'll be clean and dry -- stick one in and try it --and be more careful in future
667694
We put them in the dishwasher regularly and they've been ok. I don't think they'll last years and years but they've held up quite well.
347783
I have washed mine, but I would not suggest putting them in the dryer (duh).
600686
I've wondered the same thing. I don't think they are supposed to be reusable, but I can reuse them if I keep them clean.
683540
No, they are re-usable. They are like the NICU one's that you throw away after one use. But considering the cost, I used them about 5 times max before desposal, I'd just wash them with soapy warm water. They worked fine. Glad our little one graduated from them though. They cost a pretty penny.
1108351
Yes, mine have lasted a year now. They are getting a little thinner, I think mostly from washing, but are all in all quite decent shape. They clean up very well. Also, the number you receive is generous.
1672880
I have reused mine several times already. Unless they get torn or permanently creased I can't see them needing to be replaced or thrown away.
2012694
I haven't done that but I think it would be fine! I actually have only used any soap on them only once in the few months I've had them b/c rinsing in the washer works so well.
726726
Yes, they are reusable. I don't know how they'd hold up for long term heavy usage but with care they should last quite awhile.
1231333
I have only had mine a few months and am not using them on a regular basis (once a week maybe). So far, they clean up well in the dishwasher and all the parts work well.
854685
They are reusable and seem very durable. I gently wash them in a sink of warm, soapy water and hang them on a clothes line to dry. I am very pleased with them.
667730
No problem :) I also dry them on low heat then let it air dry if it's still damp. I don't know what the manufacturer recommends but so far mine have held up.
601392
I do, but I haven't owned them for long enough (only 3 washes so far) to know how they'll stand up to it. In any case, air drying them is probably best.
433679
no, thwy are disposable. they pick up so much hair and dirt you wouldnt want to put them in your wash machinethese things are great
441084
I wash them weekly in the washer with my clothes, so they should be fine in that regard. They aren't waterproof, per se, more like..resistant. In my line I get a lot of fuel on my hands and this keeps most of it off, but there is definitely a dampness.
518279
I've washed mine a few times. Have yet to experience any wear and tear. My friend washed his twice a week and they are still good as new.
744129
Sorry, but I haven't tried. I always wash them by hand, which I feel is far better when dealing with smaller items. Based on the apparent quality, it should be OK, but this is speculation.