...The current generation PLBs require them to be sent to a service center for battery replacement. Having said that, nobody is ever going to do that ... Nobody is going to replace the battery after six years.
As long as we are giving opinions - IMHO This statement is false. I send in my PLB's back to the manufacturer and have them replaced every five (5) years. If you actually use the PLB's and your life depends on them, you would be an idiot to not maintain these and ANY SURVIVAL/RESCUE equipment.
Sorry, can't imagine why you would do that. You are going to spend 1/3 to 1/2 the cost of a new PLB, better in most all respects, to keep around an outdated PLB. Like trying to keep an old cell phone working after 4-5 years. That you can do it doesn't mean it makes much sense. But, different strokes.
My recommendation to anyone is upgrade to the latest PLB when your battery reaches it's expiration date.
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