Do you take out the batteries when not in use?
48203
I generally take the batteries out of anything not in use for an extended period to prevent corrosion in alkaline and drainage in rechargeable, which is what I generally use in this.
48204
Not required. I keep them inside. :-) I use rechargeable Eneloope batteries. Sometimes keep them inside for 4-8 weeks without single shot. No problems! The batteries are still strong and powerful.
48205
No I don't. However if I feel that the BP won't be used for an extended time, e.g., more than a month, I do take them off the BP.
1156651
No, you do not have to keep the batteries recharged. The unit can sit for months with out use and then when you need it, it will work perfectly.
242895
Mine did, but be sure to turn it off when not in use or the battery doesn't last long.
1028854
No you don't. I got this item and u don't need batteries at all. It isn't battery operated.
864729
I do it all the time. This will help prevent dust and dirt from getting in when you constantly take it off and put it back on. Just remember to remove the batteries if stored for more than a day.
1445149
No. do not drain them, they are go to go. good luck. i had to replace my batteries.
263368
I always take the batteries out between uses. They will last for a number of uses. I use the energizer 377 batteries. Hope that helps,
1582851
You can if you want to. There is an 'on/off' toggle switch at the bottom. Even if you don't it does not drain the battery too much.
428719
There's a small plastic tab between the batteries and the contacts. Pull that out.
1192820
I have batteries in mine, just in case, but they are not needed if you plug it into the wall outlet.
883691
No, you can keep them in and still use this power supply... I don't think it drains the batteries, but not sure, I like to take them off and put them on only when I do not power them with a power supply. But it is not necessary.
1472571
Absolutely not. Unit operates when plugged . Once you unplug ,if turned on ,starts operating using the batteries.
54242
There is no on-off switch. So yes, you would have to remove the batteries. the only switch on it is for F or C and a reset hole.
213727
Correct. There is a battery compartment that takes D batteries. I use rechargeables. They don't last a really long time, so I plug it in whenever that's easy to do, and use the batteries the other times.
1000832
I don't use mine terribly frequently, so have never needed to replace the batteries. If it helps to know, it does shut off automatically pretty quickly after use, so it shouldn't drain the battery overly much.
1543536
I don't believe that you can. I always remove my batteries when not in use. It helps you locate it in the dark and uses very little power.
2248593
I leave mine plugged in all the time when not in use. The battery hasn't been a problem for me.