easy on/off switch for my 80+ year old mom's weak fingers?
808324
The main button doesn't need much pressure at all. It goes on with the slightest push from your thumb. You have to keep pressing it (holding it) to keep it on, and that's fairly easy. This is the only thing I ever need. There's also a little plastic switch to KEEP it on that I never use because it's very difficult to switch on/off - I would break my fingernail to do it.
808325
This an excellent pr,oduct, and everybody should have one on their key ring. It is small but bright and right there when you need it. I have bought 36 of them already and given away 34 of them to many appreciative friends. The switch is a bit tight to use - I use my thumbnail to turn it on and have no problem. I would recommend BUYING THIS MODEL ONLY because of the CONVENIENT CLIP to unhook it if one wishes to remove it for any reason or move it from one key-chain to another. This model is also brighter that at least 90% of the others that are much bigger that you see in hardware stores..Buy this brand only - most imitations are on a key-ring, not a clip. This an excellent pr,oduct, and everybody should have one on their key ring. It is small but bright and right there when you need it. I have bought 36 of them already and given away 34 of them to many appreciative friends. The switch is a bit tight to use - I use my thumbnail to turn it on and have no problem. I would recommend BUYING THIS MODEL ONLY because of the CONVENIENT CLIP to unhook it if one wishes to remove it for any reason or move it from one key-chain to another. This model is also brighter that at least 90% of the others that are much bigger that you see in hardware... » Read More This an excellent pr,oduct, and everybody should have one on their key ring. It is small but bright and right there when you need it. I have bought 36 of them already and given away 34 of them to many appreciative friends. The switch is a bit tight to use - I use my thumbnail to turn it on and have no problem. I would recommend BUYING THIS MODEL ONLY because of the CONVENIENT CLIP to unhook it if one wishes to remove it for any reason or move it from one key-chain to another. This model is also brighter that at least 90% of the others that are much bigger that you see in hardware stores..Buy this brand only - most imitations are on a key-ring, not a clip. « Show Less
808326
It's a little stiff, but very moveable. I have arthritis in both hands and can easily operate this device.
808327
This an excellent pr,oduct, and everybody should have one on their key ring. It is small but bright and right there when you need it. I have bought 36 of them already and given away 34 of them to many appreciative friends. The switch is a bit tight to use - I use my thumbnail to turn it on and have no problem. I would recommend BUYING THIS MODEL ONLY because of the CONVENIENT CLIP to unhook it if one wishes to remove it for any reason or move it from one key-chain to another. This model is also brighter that at least 90% of the others that are much bigger that you see in hardware stores.. Buy this brand only - most imitations are on a key-ring, not a clip.
808328
Yes.....but if she wanted to lock the button on she may have an issue cause that is a bit harder. Just turning it on is easy though.
808329
It is only on while you hold the button down. While it is easy to press, I would not recommend for an 80 year old. They need to have a button that stays on or off.
955520
it's not difficult, but if your mom has dexterity problems then any of the hearing amplifiers may not be easy if she's changing them herself. My husband hands me his when the battery dies, and i use my fingernail to flip the little tab on the end of the device and the battery door swings open. I want to add that this particular device is about the best one i've bought staying under $100 --- my husband is prone to losing his, so i end up buying about 1 every 2-3 months.
1772900
I looked this morning, but aside from the Hi/Lo toggle switch, I saw no other switches such as an On/Off one. Perhaps you need to contact the manufacturer for help.
1927066
It has a slight click to it and must be pressed directly in the center. My mom was very weak and had very little trouble with it.
299055
i'm glad you put the age in, she might get a little ancious about the "off/on" switch. it's so small, but the rest would be easy for her to use, the dials roll and it's cute. the time dial would be of no use to her, you need big numbers. bjr
309712
Very easy my mother who is 80 uses it. There r features she might not use daylight and nighttime lighting . There is no manual that comes with it. On internet
452979
I like a "safety" mechanism for not turning on the switch accidentanly. (Like fiering the missiles of an fighter jet =P )
645399
No way! It takes a deliberate push "into" the light with the tip of your finger or thumb. I don't think it would turn on if the light were dropped directly on the switch button.
1957148
I'm not sure if your child will be able to push the button with one finger. For a full grown adult its not a problem. Pushing it a couple of times I think you do have to put a little pressure on the button to turn it on. With practice or using both thumbs I think she could use it. I'm really happy with mine and for the people I bought them for but they were all adults. The fact that they glow (not real bright to disturb sleep) is worth trying them out. Good Luck!
2006070
This particular item is an on/off switch only. I love it so much I bought one for my elderly aunt for her microwave!
1333904
I believe there is a switch somewhere. My mother-in-law loves it as she has macular degeneration and it is a big help to her.
805063
It has a soft grip, and not a lot of pressure is needed to activate the pincer. I'm pretty sure it was designed with the elderly in mind, so I would say yes.
1367734
Nope, just press harder than what you are doing now and leave the switch. You dont have to keep it holding
1291943
the switch is another ring inside the slice thickness adjustment. there is a little notch that you rotate down to turn on and back up to turn off.
52230
There is a simple, yet effective toggle switch for any user to easier turn the device off and on. The "trigger" is within the gripped area making it virtually impossible for the device to spontaneously discharge. (unless you're very unlucky if you believe in that sort of thing) Great and easy to use.
1579068
Yes...mine is 25 yrs old...and no on/off switch....just plug and unplug. Don't know about this new one. I still use mine every other week!
2147627
Honestly, yes! I bought this for my mom who in her 70's and has arthritis and hand problem with both hands she loves this!! My mom don't have to do much and this works great! I have tried several others trust me the machine does all the work!! Awesome product! Sandra N.