Nest x Yale Lock Battery Replacement

[kiltedlifter]

The user instructions specify using "standard AA alkaline batteries" and NOT using "rechargeable NiMH batteries or other kinds of batteries."

Can anyone help me understand why?

[Brad · Accepted solution]

Hi there, 

I apologize for my late response and thank you for all of your patience while waiting for a reply. I understand how frustrating your situation must be, and I would love to help however I can. Any AA Alkaline battery will do as long as it is not rechargeable. You can learn more here. 

Best Regards, 
Brad

[Brad · Accepted solution]

Hi there, 

I apologize for my late response and thank you for all of your patience while waiting for a reply. I understand how frustrating your situation must be, and I would love to help however I can. Any AA Alkaline battery will do as long as it is not rechargeable. You can learn more here. 

Best Regards, 
Brad

[Brad]

Hi there,

Just checking in to see how the conversation is going as there's been a lapse in activity on this thread.

Best regard,
Brad

[kiltedlifter]

You didn't really answer my question. You just repeated what the user guide offers, which I acknowledged in my original post.

My question is WHY aren't rechargeable batteries acceptable to use.

[Brad · Accepted solution]

@kiltedlifter

They are unreliable and tend to drain faster than standard AA Alkaline batteries. You need a stable energy source, hence non-rechargeable batteries.

Best regards,

Brad

[kiltedlifter]

Thank you, Brad.

[Brad]

Hey there,

It was my pleasure! I am glad that those troubleshooting steps worked for you!

Best regards,

Brad