when i was younger my mum would say if the batteries went dead that i should put them in the freezer/fridge.for some reason they seem to have power in them,but only for alittle while.my partner said thats an old wives tale
2006-10-27 02:14:21 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Consumer Electronics ➔ Other - Electronics
No its a wive's tale and an old one too.
2006-10-27 02:16:08 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sometimes these have a oil pressure sensing switch that is connected to an hour meter which could be the problem. The sensor can be always powered and if it goes bad it will act like you are describing. It is located on the engine with two wires to it. Try taking a test light and see if you can figure out what is still powered when you have the key off. As another post mentioned it may be the battery. When you shut it off try disconnecting the ground wire from the battery and letting it sit overnite and see if it will start the next day. If it does then the battery is ok. In this mower the starter acts as a generator so look over the wires to see if there is any obvious shorted wires. Hope this helps.
2016-03-28 09:07:59 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
We searched on "batteries freezer" and also looked at several battery manufacturer's web sites to find the answer to this question. The search results led to a very detailed frequently asked questions (FAQ) page about AA and AAA cell batteries, as well as its related battery myths page that provided a plethora of information about batteries.
According to these sources, storing batteries in the freezer (or refrigerator) will make them last longer, but it depends on what kind of battery you're using. And in the long run, it may not be worth the hassle.
For alkaline batteries (the most common kind of household battery), putting them in the freezer will extend their shelf life by less than 5%. And cold batteries can't be used immediately -- you have to wait until they've warmed up to room temperature first. If you need those batteries for a flashlight in an emergency, this could prove problematic. When stored at room temperature, alkaline batteries retain 90% of their power, and the average shelf life of alkaline batteries is five to seven years.
For NiMH and Nicad batteries (often used for electronics), storing them in the freezer might be more practical. These kinds of batteries lose their charge after a few days when kept at room temperature. But they'll retain a 90% charge for months if you store them in the freezer. Just like alkaline batteries, you'll need to wait until they've warmed up before using them. However, this isn't a problem when you need new batteries for your digital camera or other electronic gadget.
Battery manufacturers tend to agree. Kodak says "refrigeration is not necessary, nor is it recommended" and "freezing is not recommended" for its alkaline batteries. Duracell advises: "Do not refrigerate Duracell batteries. This will not make them last longer." Both recommend storing batteries in a cool, dry place
2006-10-27 02:21:57 · answer #3 · answered by aint_no_stoppin_us 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Noo No No nooo
Not after they loose their charge you Put the Neeww
Batteries In the fridg to slow down the chemical reaction that's making them have electrify you store them in the fridg but not the freeze have a mess then
If you need a quick charge try drilling a little hole in the DEAD bat and put a little vinagar in it that will give you about half hour of charge
2006-10-27 02:29:44 · answer #4 · answered by Chris 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
daft old wives tale. batteries loose efficiency the colder they get. when i was in uni we used to tie them to the lighbulb..and got the same effect.
however, batteries do recover some charge aftern they have apparently gone flat.
2006-10-27 02:19:02 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
the battery princible is two compounds or more react with ech other to give electrical charge to supply any equipment,as we all know any chemical reaction increses when we apply him to high temp so how freezing will give power to batteries?
2006-10-27 02:22:56 · answer #6 · answered by lostship 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No difference and Consumer Reports has been working on this story for about six years
2006-10-27 02:16:19 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i always heard wrap them in a towel and put them on the radiator, the heat gets whatever power molecules left in the battery moving to create a last burst of power from the battery. worked, i tried it!
2006-10-27 02:17:02 · answer #8 · answered by J9 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
i have tried this before, and it may just be my insanity, but it really does seem to work, but like you said, just for a little while
2006-10-27 02:16:28 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I heard it keeps them like preserved somehow :)
2006-10-27 02:16:09 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋