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How do I fix my Nintendo battery health Switch?

Start any Switch game and load it up to the title screen. Now leave your Switch running with the screen switched on. Wait until the battery fully drains and your Switch shuts itself off. Finally, plug your Switch into a charger and leave for at least four hours.
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How do you reset a Nintendo Switch battery?

Once the battery charge is almost depleted, power off the console by holding down the POWER Button for three seconds, then select "Power Options" > "Turn Off." Leave the console alone for at least 30 minutes. Repeat steps 2 - 6 several times.
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How do you take care of a Nintendo battery health Switch?

Tips to Make Your Switch Battery Last Longer
  1. Disable HD Rumble. The Switch's controller vibration improves the experience of many games. ...
  2. Lower Display Brightness. Like most devices with screens, brightness tremendously affects battery life. ...
  3. Airplane Mode. ...
  4. Shorten Sleep Mode. ...
  5. Keep Batteries Charged.
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How do I know if my Switch battery is bad?

Important: If the battery is almost depleted when the console is docked, the TV screen will remain off and a charging indicator will be momentarily displayed on the top-left corner of the console screen.
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Does the Nintendo Switch have battery health?

You can also have the battery charge percentage displayed constantly by following these steps: From the HOME Menu, select System Settings. Scroll down the options on the left and select System. On the right-hand side select Console Battery (%).
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INSANE Nintendo Switch Battery Life Problem (100% to 1% in 60 SECONDS)

Can Switch battery be replaced?

The replacement of batteries in a Nintendo Switch console or controller should not be undertaken by customers. Please contact your local customer service centre.
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Can you overcharge a Switch?

Leaving the console on the dock or plugged in directly with the AC adapter overnight, or past the point where the battery is fully charged will not cause harm to the battery.
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What damages a Switch battery?

As for being plugged in and assumingly in sleep mode; Do not keep the Nintendo Switch plugged into a power adapter for too long without use as that is what can cause damage to the Nintendo Switch Battery.
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Can a Nintendo Switch be repaired?

The Nintendo Switch console will need to be repaired. For your convenience, Nintendo offers a quick and easy-to-use online repair process.
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How much is it to fix a battery in a Nintendo Switch?

Nintendo Switch Battery Replacement $89. Is your Nintendo Switch not holding a charge for long? Get a new battery replacement. Includes parts+labor.
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How long does a Switch last?

As I discussed with former Nintendo president Reggie Fils-Aimé, the Switch seems due for some sort of upgrade... but according to Nintendo, the Switch's life cycle could be as long as 10 years.
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Does Nintendo Switch warranty cover battery?

Warranty Limitations

Also, the Nintendo Switch console warranty does not cover defects accrued from third-party accessories. Hardware damage from high-speed micro-SD card or battery pack is not covered. Your software updates from non-authorized or unlicensed companies aren't included in the warranty either.
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Why my Nintendo Switch won t charge?

There are a few different reasons why your Nintendo Switch might not be charging: The outlet might need to be reset. There might be something wrong with the outlet, like a burnt fuse. The contact points within the Nintendo Switch's USB-C charging port might have gotten dirty or damaged.
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Why is my Switch battery dying?

As with most lithium-ion batteries, the console battery life will gradually decrease over time. After about 800 charge cycles, the console battery life will decrease to about 80% compared to the battery on a new console. This is normal and does not represent an issue with the console or with the battery.
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Does Nintendo replace Switch batteries for free?

That said, if your battery fails, you should contact Nintendo customer service and they will swap the battery (or the unit) for free while under warranty and presumably for a fee once warranty is up.
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How long does a Switch battery last?

For Nintendo Switch, model number: HAC-001(-01) [product serial number begins with "XKW"], the battery life is approximately 4.5 to 9 hours. For Nintendo Switch Lite, model number: HDH-001, the battery life is approximately 3 to 7 hours.
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Can a charger damage the Switch?

It is safe to charge the Nintendo Switch with a third-party USB charger or power bank. There have been no confirmed reports of quality charger damaging a Switch console.
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Can a Switch overheat?

High temperatures can cause your console to overheat. We recommend using your Switch in a well-ventilated area where there's air conditioning or a ceiling fan to keep the room well within the recommended temperature range of 41°F–95°F.
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How long is Switch warranty?

Nintendo systems carry a standard 12-month warranty, which is one of the longest standard warranties in the video game industry. Games and accessories sold individually carry a three-month warranty. Please see the Complete Warranty Text for full warranty details.
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How long is a battery under warranty?

A car battery warranty typically covers for 24 months or 36,000 miles from the date of purchase of the battery. Some warranties have a cover of even 5 years.
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What voids a Nintendo Switch warranty?

THIS WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY IF THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DAMAGED BY PRODUCTS NOT SOLD OR LICENSED BY NINTENDO (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ADAPTERS, SOFTWARE, AND POWER SUPPLIES).
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Does the battery fall under warranty?

Car batteries are considered "wear & tear" items, like tires, brake pads and motor oil, so they are not typically covered by extended warranties. However, batteries do typically come with their own warranty coverage.
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