So, I've ordered some, and now write the date they were bought on the side. At least this way I can work out how old the things are, and make a guess at the chances they will actually work..
Now, I just need to get rid of the old ones, which aren't as easy to recycle as you'd think. I can't, as far as I can tell, just drop them off in a recycling point in a shop. Is there a space at the tip? Maybe, but I've got to remember to take them next time I visit.
Morning Phil,
ReplyDeleteGood idea putting the purchase dates on the new batteries. I have acquired a few that were deemed "out of date" by alarm companies at work (and got several more years use from them), and it seems common practice to date them.
There should be a place at your local recycling centre/tip for them; our local one has and I've certainly disposed of motorbike and sealed lead acid batteries that way.
Cheers, Simon.
G'day Phil,
ReplyDeleteI have battery powered work tools (hand drill, 4" grinder, rattle gun etc) I didn't use them for a year & they all showed zero charge on the light indicators, the 1 battery that wasn't plugged into a tool or charger did not recharge, the rest were OK & were used for years.
So keep them connected to a device/model, even a charger that is not plugged in.
This is just a real world experience & you may wish to seek out an electricians advice as to why & or what to do between usage.
Cheers Woz