Recharge or let battery run down What is the best way to preserve battery life on this shaver?It is simple to attach the shaver to the charging cord after every use but I have read that it is better to let the battery run downbefore recharging. If that is true, is a middle ground approach of letting the battery run down partially (say after a few shaves with50% or 60% life remaining) of any help?Would appreciate any input here.Thanks. Recharge or let battery run down What is the best way to preserve battery life on this shaver?It is simple to attach the shaver to the charging cord after every use but I have read that it is... » Read More Recharge or let battery run down What is the best way to preserve battery life on this shaver?It is simple to attach the shaver to the charging cord after every use but I have read that it is better to let the battery run downbefore recharging. If that is true, is a middle ground approach of letting the battery run down partially (say after a few shaves with50% or 60% life remaining) of any help?Would appreciate any input here.Thanks. « Show Less
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Thanks for your advice.Since raising this question, I've switched to a Braun 7 Series razor and put the question to them. I believe all the new top line shavers uselithium-ion batteries so that Braun's answer would apply equally to the Panasonic.Braun told me that it is fine to plug in after every use as long as you let the battery run down through normal use every six months.Hope this helps.
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Do you mean is it better than the LA63? Assuming that's your question I'd say the answer is"no" if your main concern is closeness of shave--I'd call it a virtual tie there.The Panny has several great features and much to recommend it, but I prefer the Braunmostly because it has a more solid, less plastiky feel and is more manouverable because of the smaller head. It just feels more expensive.I'd say both are outstanding shavers and preference is just a personal subjective thing.Hope this helps, Lee.
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It would be nice if the manufacturer addressed this question but probably the battery is a deep-cycle which means the more it's discharged before charging the better - that's probably why Panasonic switches on a charge indicator at 10% - I just go by that.
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Thanks - it does help - makes sense since some rechargable batteries need to be discharged - car batteries are fine staying fully charged but they're quite different from a lithium-ion. Is the Braun 7 Series better than a Panasonic?
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I agree with you about lithium batteries, but I decided to follow their directions. I find I can cut my hair three to four times before it goes dead. If it does go dead I can plug it in and its up and running corded in less than five to ten minutes. Why not charge it after every other hair cut?
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Yes. I've used it while it is plugged in.When you says "use it uncharged", I assume you mean use it when the battery has been drawn to a very low level. If you plug it in, it will start charging the battery and when you turn it on, it will stop charging while allowing you to shave and when you turn it off (while it is still plug in), it will resume charging the battery. Hope it helps.
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I purchased the razor for my fiancé. So I asked him. He charged it for a few hours at Christmas time and has not had to recharge it yet. He only uses it about twice a week though. He thinks it is great. Comes with a USB connector too, and he is a computer engineer, so great gift.
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The shaver is pretty easy to clean as is, and the accompanying manual also talks about how to do so without using the cleaning system. I suppose the system is a good place to anchor the shaver for a recharge, and ability to additionally clean and dry is useful at the same time. It's utility will be down to a personal preference, is definitely not a must, and should be treated as a nice option. To me a function which is overlooked in the cleaning system is that of drying the shaver quickly (as it can be used as a wet shaver, or rinsed after a shave for a quick clean), as it will help in protecting the metal parts from any rust. The downside is only a few extra dollars! The shaver is pretty easy to clean as is, and the accompanying manual also talks about how to do so without using the cleaning system. I suppose the system is a good place to anchor the shaver for a recharge, and ability to additionally clean and dry is useful at the same time. It's utility will be down to a personal preference, is definitely not a must, and should be treated as a nice option. To me a function which is overlooked in the cleaning system is that of drying the shaver quickly (as it can be used as a wet shaver, or rinsed after a shave for a quick clean), as it will help in... » Read More The shaver is pretty easy to clean as is, and the accompanying manual also talks about how to do so without using the cleaning system. I suppose the system is a good place to anchor the shaver for a recharge, and ability to additionally clean and dry is useful at the same time. It's utility will be down to a personal preference, is definitely not a must, and should be treated as a nice option. To me a function which is overlooked in the cleaning system is that of drying the shaver quickly (as it can be used as a wet shaver, or rinsed after a shave for a quick clean), as it will help in protecting the metal parts from any rust. The downside is only a few extra dollars! « Show Less
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Keeping it on the charger base all the time whether it needs to be charged or not is the worst thing you can do to it. It will shorten the life of the battery. I wear mine right down to where it is not brushing at all then and only then I put it on the charger base.
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Does anyone know if it is possible to use this shaver while it's charging?My old ES8152's battery is getting weak. It won't be long before I can't even shave once on a single charge. It now needs $40 worth of replacement parts, and I'm afraid to invest because I don't know how long it will be before it's unusable. Certainly less than the two years it took me to wear out the first outer foil.
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In many other devices, (razors, phones, etc.), it is generally recommended not to leave a battery on charge at all times, however since I have two batteries and chargers, I have no experience with leaving a spare battery in a charger at all times. I always check the charge status of a battery before starting a project and find at least one battery ready to go. The chargers are very quick in recharging a battery if it is required.
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It charges fast and I have yet to run the battery out. I shaved 5 times and didn't place it in the charger left it in the shower. Wife seen it and placed it in the charging cleaning stand. I like it but I have yet to have ran it out of power. Two and a half days no charge 2 shaves per day. Hope that helps,
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I've had mine since September 2013 and have experienced no battery issues. There have been complaints of the "Minutes Left" readout gradually dropping with each successive charge. However, I have addressed that problem by simply allowing the battery to run down completely after the readout shows "00". The shaver will continue to run about 7-8 minutes after it reaches "00", at which time you should begin recharging it. Mine has recharged to as high as 66 minutes, but in no case less than 60. As for durability, no complaints. The nickel plating seems to hold its shine better than chrome.
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My shaver does not hold a charge. It does not shave the hair. This shaver has never worked from day one. Save yourself the aggravation of trying to fix it and go with a different brand or try the little pink plastic disposable razors. They tend to be more reliable.
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my razor is running on battery power. three different speed switching. cover to insert the battery opened from the bottom. insert the battery and enjoy the wonderful shaving
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Aloha Thomas. To begin with, I did so every day but now do it once a week! I give it a good rinse and brush under the hot water tap after each use and leave it exposed to the air to dry. There is a dry function on the unit. As you have noticed, apart from the fact the clean and dry/recharge function takes a long time, it is like a jet plane taking off! However, I have to say that I love this shaver. It really is the best ever.
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Why would you want to use it with the cord attached? It charges incredibly fast. It has a digital display that shows remaining charge so you should not run out. If you do, plug it in and it will have sufficient charge for a complete shave in about 10 minutes.
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I take it off the charging unit,brush,then place it back on the charging unit.The charging light is always off for my morning brush.It has never failed me and I have never seen it runned down
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The charging cord plugs into the razor stand. The razor sits in the stand to charge. So not feasible to use razor while charging. But I recall reading in the instructions that a quick charge can be done in about three minutes, providing enough juice for a shave.
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I keep mine in the vacuum until it's completely run down, then recharge and immediately put it back in the vacuum. One of the reviews I read before I bought mine cautioned about leaving the battery on charge all the time, said would shorten the life of the battery. It doesn't run down in the vacuum between uses.