How often should I replace my RBC11 batteries
If you use a backup power supply that utilizes RBC11 batteries, it’s a good idea to replace them once a year.
As with any battery, knowing how long it will last is an impossible guess; it is said however, that an RBC battery will last approx a year. If you are looking for an answer on how long should you leave it before you change your battery, then you should err on the side of safety and do not leave it any longer than two years. Most battery retailers and manufacturers offer a one year warranty simply because one year is the maximum amount of time that you can safely rely on an RBC11 battery.
Replacing your emergency flashlight’s batteries is comparable to this practice. Rather than wait and find out the next time ligtening strikes a generator that the batteries inside your flashlight do not work, check them out beforehand to make sure they do work.
Before buying your new RBC11 battery, make sure to take a look at your current battery and write down the specifications. Not all RBC11 batteries are made in the exact same size and shape, and hardware manufacturers often change these specifications without notice, so while the specs on your unit may list one size when you visit the manufacturer’s website, your RBC11 may be a different size entirely. The battery not fitting is one of the most common complaints registered with RBC11 battery retailers. When this occurs, shipping the mismatched battery back to the retailer and buying the correct size is usually a responsibility given to the buyer, so make sure you’re not wasting postage and handling money by ordering the wrong size battery.
Safe battery disposal is extremely important so ensure you purchase from retailers who offer safe battery disposal. Dropping your old battery in the bin isn’t actually allowed due to the various leads and acids they contain. Rather than search the phonebook for a battery disposal facility, just see if the website you’re buying your new batteries from offer some sort of disposal plan wherein you can ship the old batteries back in the same box your new batteries arrived in.
