Depends on why you are changing batteries. Since the bp doesn't have a real on/off switch, changing batteries because a button got held down (even with the unit locked) is very likely. I think the argument is bogus as long as the person changing the batteries isn't ham-fisted. On Thu, 15 Dec 2005 16:27:01 -0600, you wrote: >The issue is, you have to change rechargeables more frequently. > >At 11:21 AM 12/15/2005, you wrote: >>In a message dated 12/15/2005 9:24:27 A.M. Central Standard Time, >>loukolb@xxxxxxxxxxx writes: >>rechargeable batterries in the BP. I know many do with no problem but I >>figure the less I mess with the contacts, the better. Lou >> >> Rechargeables are exactly the same size and shape as >> non-rechargeables. If they are freshly chazrged, there is little >> difference in current between them and non-rechargeables. I don't see >> why it should cause any sort of a problem. >>Dan > >Sandy Licht >Phone: 409-898-8218 >Jeremiah 29:11 - 14A >11For I know the plans I have for you," says the LORD. "They >are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. >12In those days when you pray, I will listen. 13If you look for me in earnest, >you will find me when you seek me. 14I will be found by you," says the >LORD... > >