New battery in Kindle 2 doesn't hold charge

jaknudsen · 02-14-2016, 10:39 AM

Hi,

I recently replaced both the screen and the battery in my old Kindle 2, which hadn't been used for a couple of years due to the screen being shattered. When replacing the battery, I noticed that the old battery had swollen quite a bit.

The Kindle seems to work like it should, but the battery doesn't hold a charge. When recharging, the indicator light turns from orange to green after a few hours. But when I disconnect the charging cable, the battery is depleted in less than an hour, even if I don't use the device. I have tried to charge the battery several times.

Thinking that the new battery was somehow not working, I installed yet another new battery, but the issue remains.

Anyone else with similar experiences? I have another Kindle 2 which is about four years old and has great battery life.

HarryT · 02-14-2016, 01:34 PM

After two batteries, I'd call it a day and get a new reader, personally.

jaknudsen · 02-14-2016, 06:25 PM

Thanks for the reply! Yeah, I'm thinking the same, but it's too bad as it is in otherwise perfect condition.

Dr. Drib · 02-14-2016, 08:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jaknudsen

Thanks for the reply! Yeah, I'm thinking the same, but it's too bad as it is in otherwise perfect condition.

Then put it in a glass case and call it History. It may be in perfect condition, but if it doesn't work as described, it's either a museum piece or a doorstop.

These devices are pretty damn cheap now, and they're so much better than these ancient devices of yesteryear.

Why not give yourself a Valentine's Day present?

02-14-2016, 10:39 AM	#1
jaknudsen Junior Member Posts: 3 Karma: 10 Join Date: Aug 2009 Device: none	New battery in Kindle 2 doesn't hold charge Hi, I recently replaced both the screen and the battery in my old Kindle 2, which hadn't been used for a couple of years due to the screen being shattered. When replacing the battery, I noticed that the old battery had swollen quite a bit. The Kindle seems to work like it should, but the battery doesn't hold a charge. When recharging, the indicator light turns from orange to green after a few hours. But when I disconnect the charging cable, the battery is depleted in less than an hour, even if I don't use the device. I have tried to charge the battery several times. Thinking that the new battery was somehow not working, I installed yet another new battery, but the issue remains. Anyone else with similar experiences? I have another Kindle 2 which is about four years old and has great battery life.

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
2 iliads, 2 problems: frozen screen + battery doesn't charge	ansamn	iRex	1	12-16-2012 01:01 AM
Why doesn't the battery charge in USB network mode?	ixtab	Kindle Developer's Corner	9	07-31-2012 02:19 PM
PRS-350 battery doesn't hold a charge well	BeccaPrice	Sony Reader	7	05-25-2012 08:39 AM
Augen Battery will not Hold a Charge	fkbsar	More E-Book Readers	12	08-19-2011 09:33 AM
battery doesn't hold charge?	Jsgreatauntie	Amazon Kindle	3	06-20-2011 03:18 PM

02-14-2016, 01:34 PM	#2
HarryT eBook Enthusiast Posts: 85,560 Karma: 93980341 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: UK Device: Kindle Oasis 2, iPad Pro 10.5", iPhone 6	After two batteries, I'd call it a day and get a new reader, personally.

02-14-2016, 06:25 PM	#3
jaknudsen Junior Member Posts: 3 Karma: 10 Join Date: Aug 2009 Device: none	Thanks for the reply! Yeah, I'm thinking the same, but it's too bad as it is in otherwise perfect condition.

Advert