can the charger be left pluged in all the time, without over chargeing ?
395234
No - Max Charge Time is 30 Hours .... per the manual instructions which advises to NOT leave plugged in all the time. And, the light should be charged for 24 Hours minimum with each charge cycle. So - you should not do any charging until the indicator light changes from green to red .... then charge it for 24 Hours Minimum and 30 Hours Maximum.
395235
It will not overcharge, but I have felt for decades that rechargable batteries last longer if allowed to cycle through some discharge and then recharge. The Dorcy will get warm when plugged in and my fear of a fire, if unattended, is large.
395236
The directions say not to. The green light will turn orange and that's when we recharge. The 1st one ( the same light) we had we left plugged in all the time and it seemed ok. We got a new one because it was ran over. Like the light a lot.
395237
I think it would possibly overcharge which would decrease the battery life. I charged it once and it has held a good charge for many months but I don't use it much.
2072631
Yes. It will run off the charger (any mini USB charger or PC) while left on. Don't leave it off with the charger attached.
979537
Of course... I ever left mine plugged in ever since I purchase the product.. no problem
247971
No, its a trickle charger and the current isn't enough to cause an overcharge. I have left it connected for long periods with out ill effect
543310
I know if you leave it plugged in all the time it can end up ruining the battery. But if that is not the case then I would contact the manufacturer.
1227801
Yes, to a point. While no damage is done to the charger or batteries outright there will be over a period of time be a shortened life of the batter itself. As with any rechargeable power source it is best to deplete it as low as you can before recharging. Leaving it constantly plugged in means continuous heat which shortens the life span of the battery.
104442
No. It can not be charging and used at same time. It holds a charge for almost 8 hrs of continued use.
1185340
Yes, absolutely. I keep mine in the charger plugged in when I'm not using it
762245
do you leave it plugged in always to recharge as you are supposed to? and on the charger never had a problem and I have 2 of them.
1215001
It does not need to be in the "off" position to charge. I don't recall if there is any "charging complete" indicator.
840382
Yes, however there is no way to plug in the charger so you will have to take it on and off to use.
994370
Yes, same with any electronic device. Always unplug it when it's fully charged.
2159672
Yes it can still be on while plugged in. It has a remarkably long battery life also between charges.
897188
I just leave the charger plugged in and leave it on all the time. It's gaffa taped to the back of the mixer. Seems fine.
1035277
Yes but generally speaking the manufacturer recommends leaving it in the charger only until it is fully charged.
42428
Yes you can. The end of the case is "notched" to accommodate the charger plug. I do it all the time.
199037
Yes, you can. When the unit is fully charged, it cuts off from the charging mechanism. Mine is always plugged in, and ready to go, when needed. Happy screw driving. Does'nt it seem logical? Otherwise, it would be useless when immediately needed. Go for it!!