This article is for Arlo devices that use non-rechargeable batteries only: Arlo Safe Button, Arlo All-in-One Sensor, and the original Arlo Wire-Free Camera (VMC3030). For all other Arlo cameras and devices, visit: Safety Rules for Arlo Rechargeable Batteries

For the best possible experience, we strongly recommend using one of the following types of batteries: 

Arlo Safe Button 

• The non-rechargeable batteries supplied with your Arlo Safe Button 
• One ½ AA 3.6V Lithium battery (ER14250) 
• Non-rechargeable batteries from other high quality, established, well-known manufacturers such as Panasonic^®, Energizer^®, or Duracell^®

Arlo All-In-One Sensor

• The non-rechargeable batteries supplied with your Arlo All-in-One Sensor
• Coin cell CR2477 Lithium battery
• Non-rechargeable batteries from other high quality, established, well-known manufacturers such as Panasonic^®, Energizer^®, or Duracell^®

Arlo Wire-Free Outdoor Siren

• The non-rechargeable batteries supplied with your Arlo Wire-Free Outdoor Siren. 
• Two CR123A Lithium batteries.
• Non-rechargeable batteries from other high quality, established, well-known manufacturers such as Panasonic^®, Energizer^®, or Duracell^®

Arlo Wire-Free Camera VMC3030

• The non-rechargeable batteries supplied with your Arlo Wire-Free cameras 
• Tenergy Li-Ion RCR123A 3.7V 650mAh rechargeable batteries specifically marked “Works with Arlo” 
• Non-rechargeable batteries from other high quality, established, well-known manufacturers such as Panasonic^®, Energizer^®, or Duracell^®

We strongly recommend that you read the Battery Warnings and Safety document prior to using your Arlo Wire-Free cameras.

Poor quality or mishandled batteries can damage your devices, cause a fire or result in personal injury. Arlo is not responsible for any failure to follow these battery usage guidelines or the BATTERY WARNINGS AND SAFETY document.

To use your non-rechargeable batteries safely:

• ALWAYS use high-quality batteries from reputable sources and brands. Counterfeit or inferior-quality batteries can damage your devices2, cause a fire, or result in personal injury.
• ALWAYS keep all batteries away from children.
• ALWAYS store spare batteries in a cool, dry, ventilated area.
• ALWAYS replace all the batteries in a given device at the same time, and with batteries of the same type purchased together from the same source.
• ALWAYS make sure that the battery compartment is clean and free of any debris before inserting new batteries.
• ALWAYS insert your batteries into their slots gently.
• ALWAYS make sure that each battery's polarity (its positive and negative ends) matches the polarity of its individual slot. You'll find a guide inside the battery compartment.
• ALWAYS insert the first pair of batteries near the back of the camera, then insert the second pair of batteries near the compartment hinge. (VMC3030)
• ALWAYS follow local waste and recycling laws when throwing used batteries away.
• NEVER try to recharge the single-use batteries that came with your Arlo device as they are non-rechargeable.
• NEVER attempt to recharge a single-use (non-rechargeable) battery.
• NEVER place loose batteries in a pocket, purse, or other receptacle, especially one containing metal objects.
• NEVER store your batteries with hazardous or combustible materials.
• NEVER let your batteries or battery compartment get wet—before, during, or after installation.
  VMC3030: While your camera itself is weatherproof when the battery compartment door is closed, its interior battery compartment and batteries are not waterproof!
• NEVER disassemble, cut, crush, puncture, short-circuit, dispose of in fire or water, or expose your batteries to temperatures above 60°C (140°F).