No, the use of alkaline batteries in the pedal sensor or a spindle-based power meter is NOT approved. Alkaline AAA batteries have a significantly decreased battery life, trigger low battery messages almost immediately, and are susceptible to corrosion and leakage that can damage the electronics. Always use AAA lithium batteries.
Can I use alkaline AAA batteries in the pedal sensor?
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