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bucolic_frolic

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6. Yes, it's an old one.

Reply to Raven123 (Reply #5)

Sun Jun 1, 2025, 07:52 AM

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And I think when AI calculated I had to give the strength of the charger.

And charging non-rechargeable batteries has some risks. Charged too long and they can leak acid. I've had no problems with the 30 minutes so far.

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should I throw away an old, unopened package of batteries? [View all] CTyankee Sunday OP

There's usually claudette Sunday #1

Shelf life depends mainly on the type. sl8 Sunday #2

Home Depot and Lowes both have a recycling bin for batteries. Lochloosa Sunday #3

Why not open them and see if they worK? bucolic_frolic Sunday #4

Interesting. Hadn't heard of that. Raven123 Sunday #5

Yes, it's an old one. bucolic_frolic Sunday #6

Thanks Raven123 Sunday #7

I'd use a battery tester to determine if they're still good. LogDog75 Sunday #8

wow, thanks! CTyankee Sunday #9