If older version with 3 batteries poses fire or toxic fumes hazard, shouldn't consumers know that?
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Yes it should. These things can catch fire in the child's bed/crib and the safety factor isn't good. The risk seems high for the three battery version. I don't know about trusting the two battery version either. Too many people in the 1500 plus reviews have stated burning, flames, smoke, and fumes. There's proof from several experts that have examined the toy and have stated the fumes are toxic and will overwhelm people near it. This alone should be enough for a recall and the fact that children could die or have massive injuries would have normal people worried. Fisher Price is not doing a recall and as stated in the news report it makes me wonder how many other toys they make are safe for my child to play with. She's young enough to want one of these and other toys from their company. If they refuse to recall the three battery version I would think we should boycott them in return.
1864191
I have two new units and had two old units. As far as I know, the new improved batteries ARE the default batteries. The old type in the black aluminum cylinder housings are a thing of the past and should be long gone.
1456150
To be honest I've wondered about that myself. I just figured that since it's certified fireproof that it's ok or maybe even necessary. Have you attempted to ask the company?
1918146
the answer is no. you replace a battery with the same size and voltage for safety reasons and fire hazards.
1737523
I am not aware of either my batteries did not come with any safety information
2170387
Yes you can - all duracell batteries have expiration dates; look on the sides of the battery; it will be marked in a small white box......... mine are good until Mar 2018 !! *** Every State and many Cities or Towns may have laws that say you must change Smoke & CO detector batteries every Year or whatever - just ask your local fire dept.
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The newer versions of the timer do not have a battery tray that slides out. The battery is built into the unit and charges when you plug the unit in. You have to keep the unit plugged in for some time, say an hour, for the battery to charge. They probably changed the design to reduce the cost to make the product. The purpose of the battery is only to maintain the correct time and program for a short period of time, like a power outage. Please keep in mind that you may have a malfunctioning unit, because as I stated in my review, the newer model timers are junk. I threw mine away over safety concerns. One had parts rattling inside, the other acted weird. I didn't want a fire. The newer versions of the timer do not have a battery tray that slides out. The battery is built into the unit and charges when you plug the unit in. You have to keep the unit plugged in for some time, say an hour, for the battery to charge. They probably changed the design to reduce the cost to make the product. The purpose of the battery is only to maintain the correct time and program for a short period of time, like a power outage. Please keep in mind that you may have a malfunctioning unit, because as I stated in my review, the newer model timers are junk. I threw mine away over safety... » Read More The newer versions of the timer do not have a battery tray that slides out. The battery is built into the unit and charges when you plug the unit in. You have to keep the unit plugged in for some time, say an hour, for the battery to charge. They probably changed the design to reduce the cost to make the product. The purpose of the battery is only to maintain the correct time and program for a short period of time, like a power outage. Please keep in mind that you may have a malfunctioning unit, because as I stated in my review, the newer model timers are junk. I threw mine away over safety concerns. One had parts rattling inside, the other acted weird. I didn't want a fire. « Show Less
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I must AMMEND my former statement!!! A DUMMY battery is NOT A DEAD one. They are actually sold as dummies by companies and are cheap. I was lucky enough to have been corrected by RbwNY on July 7th. He/she informed me of this and added that pairing a 'dead' battery with the Li-on s can cause damage, etc. to the equipment. I should have known this as I know that pairing even an alkaline with a on-alkaline is NOT recommended. My apologies to everyone out there who has read my former comment. And a BIG THANKS to RbwNY for the help and advice!!!
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Sorry. I don't know the answer to your question, but I do know that I was up at 4:30 am AGAIN, standing on a chair, trying to reach the unit that was up by the ceiling, then trying to remove the battery and read the teeny, tiny print. The whole design is so bad. WHY not put the batteries in at eye level with some sort of connector up to ceiling where the sensor is.When I get a new home I am going to figure out a better smoke alarm system.
1670115
I just received my battery today, and it's the old style (non-RED). It's sad that Milwaukee didn't change the part number when they upgraded the battery capacity. Having units with dramatically different ratings which share a common part number leads to unhappy customers (like me!).
1577507
The battery I purchased had a manufactured date of 2013 on it and was new (unused) so I wasn't concerned. I wouldn't buy one older but that's just my opinion.
1501473
I'm not sure, but the old style did have replaceable batteries and maybe Amazon hasn't figured that out yet. Although that makes their "Frequently Bought Together" items very suspect, or at least based on very old data.
56777
I heard the later firmware versions prevent one from using third party batteries, but not sure.
264993
You have nothing to worry about with the current, improved version. I talked directly with ThermoWorks about this and learned that they have upgraded the unit's circuitry and are now using a better battery. I have had mine for nearly two years, use it regularly, and have not had to replace the battery yet.
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Hi Dustin, What do you mean in "old batteries" The newer model will not accept the 1st generation series batteries.
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Given the number of bad reviews of dead batteries by reliable Amazonians, I'd say that what you see (March 2014) is likely to be what you get--at best. Caveat Emptor and complain to Amazon. They do make it good. Probably people are giving this vendor a free ride he does not deserve.
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Honestly, I couldn't tell you. Lithium batteries can catch fire when modified, at least that's what the manufacturer warnings say for any Li-Ion/Li-Po batteries I own, so be careful! I've had two spare batteries for my MJX, and one of them has stopped working, so I'm not sure about the reliability/build quality for this battery. Perhaps this is a common issue with this particular battery.