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Energy Monitor Batteries

2010
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I have an Npower energy monitor and have just noticed the batteries need changing.
It takes 3 AA (LR6 or R6) batteries but I noticed in the instructions it says DO NOT use rechargable batteries
anyone know why?

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  • Scrounger
    Scrounger Posts: 1,123 Forumite
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    Two reasons:

    1. The terminal voltage is lower (1.2V)

    2. They tend to not hold their charge over extended periods

    Scrounger
  • lstar337
    lstar337 Posts: 3,443 Forumite
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    Rechargeable's are generally not good in 'slow draw' applications. This is why they are advised not to be used in remote controls.
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