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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.

This is comparable to the practice of replacing your emergency flashlight’s batteries on a regular basis. Ensuring the batteries inside your flashlight are in good coniditon is crucial, so don’t wait until the next time ligthening strikes a generator to find out this information; it’s better to know now that they work, rather than wait for a mishap.

Before buying your new RBC11 battery, make sure to take a look at your current battery and write down the specifications. Hardware manufacturers have a tendancy to change their specifications without notice; beware of this because the manufacturers website may list one size and your RBC11 may be a different size entirely. One of the most common complaints registered with RBC11 battery retailers is that the battery does not fit. When this occurs, avoiding paying extra postage and handling charges can be difficult as it’s usally down to the buyer to ship the mismatched battery back to the retailer.

Safe battery disposal is extremely important so ensure you purchase from retailers who offer safe battery disposal. You’re actually not allowed to simply drop your old battery in the trash, as they contain various leads and acids. When you are looking to replace your battery, check out the company’s website to see if they offer a safe disposal plan. Most of them will let you use the same box your new battery arrived in to send the old one back.