Overheating? Hi,I just got mine. But if I use it for a long period of time, the unit and the batteries will get really hot. (hot to touch. especially the batteries)Do you guys have this problem? Overheating? Hi,I just got mine. But if I use it for a long period of time, the unit and the batteries will get really hot. (hot to touch. especially the batteries)Do you guys... » Read More Overheating? Hi,I just got mine. But if I use it for a long period of time, the unit and the batteries will get really hot. (hot to touch. especially the batteries)Do you guys have this problem? « Show Less
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I use whatever batteries I have lying around. The overheating ones were generics.
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I've had my Flip Ultra since early last fall, but today when I turned it on all I got was a flashing red light and thinking I might need new batteries, I replaced them The result was a blinking red light plus a very hot camera and hot batteries. I'm past the warranty, but don't know why I'd want to buy another if they only last for a few months. I'm waiting for a reply from customer support. Just got my reply by email. They requested some info and said they would send out a replacement authorization number. If they do so, I would give this little thing five stars.
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If I understand correctly, you are saying after you replace the batteries with two new batteries AND you run the unit for another long period of time, the unit will not overheat anymore?Let me try again when I get the replacement. (I contacted Flip and they offered a replacement. So, I requested a exchange from Amazon.)
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I guess all I'm saying is that I've used the camera quite a bit since then and probably replaced the batteries three or four times and haven't had the problem since.
525047
I had that problem once -- but it happened when my batteries were almost dead and the camera shut off on its own, and then began to overheat. I took out the batteries and haven't had that problem again.
846598
That is a great news. What battery do you use? Maybe the little guy doesn't like Duracell. Haha.
1800952
You must have gotten a defective one, they get hot. I've had a brand new one bad out of the package
1370792
I've had mine for two years. It's not overused, just twice a week for about 10 minutes each time. It feels normal - warm, not hot. Getting too hot to touch in 5 minutes sounds like an electrical problem?
777094
I could be an overheating issue.....when left in the on position for awhile it generates so much heat it turns itself off. I now have one that wont stay on more than 4 seconds on high and around 30 seconds on low..then the overheating sensor shuts if off. It seems once this happens it will always shut off instantly going forward.
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Never had a problem with overheating on my unit, and I never saw anything about overheating in the manufacturers product description. It uses a shock absorber type system which overheating doesnt seem likely to occur. Also, I have used mine daily for over an hour since I have purchased it, and my husband uses it for about 30 minutes after my workouts.
1153622
I have had several xrp bateries and now have switched to lithium and I have not had the problem. I know it gets warm but no way is it hot.
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My experience is, it does not get hot at all. I have two batteries on charge all the time in this, as well as one on the original charger. Based upon my experience - Yes it is defective.
2062400
i have no problem. A little bit make a noisy. YES, about 20 minutes overheats, i do like this. main switch turns off and then onand use.
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I use Energizer, my light has no appreciable change in temperature. Are you able to say if it is the 'light' (LED) or the battery that's gettinig hot? I suspect it is the battery. If so, then the battery getting hot would be the result of excessive current draw (think of if you've ever shorted/briged a battery, both the battery & conductor get very hot), and the battery itself becomes weak/dead. All that to say this:If the battery is getting hot, then the LED is too much load for it - consider using a battery with a higher mAh (milli-ampre-hour) rating. If the 'Light' (LED, or any other part of the torchlight assembly) is getting hot then the unit (flashlight or its components) is defective. Hope this helps I use Energizer, my light has no appreciable change in temperature. Are you able to say if it is the 'light' (LED) or the battery that's gettinig hot? I suspect it is the battery. If so, then the battery getting hot would be the result of excessive current draw (think of if you've ever shorted/briged a battery, both the battery & conductor get very hot), and the battery itself becomes weak/dead. All that to say this:If the battery is getting hot, then the LED is too much load for it - consider using a battery with a higher mAh (milli-ampre-hour) rating. If the 'Light'... » Read More I use Energizer, my light has no appreciable change in temperature. Are you able to say if it is the 'light' (LED) or the battery that's gettinig hot? I suspect it is the battery. If so, then the battery getting hot would be the result of excessive current draw (think of if you've ever shorted/briged a battery, both the battery & conductor get very hot), and the battery itself becomes weak/dead. All that to say this:If the battery is getting hot, then the LED is too much load for it - consider using a battery with a higher mAh (milli-ampre-hour) rating. If the 'Light' (LED, or any other part of the torchlight assembly) is getting hot then the unit (flashlight or its components) is defective. Hope this helps « Show Less
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Hans, Nothing has burned out as yet. I pull batteries out of all equipment after using just to be safe. Also Hans, I use a battery tester before we charge after we charge to make sure all is in the green. Have a great day!
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No. I have not had any issue with the device overheating and I run with it in 100+ degree temps.
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Mine gets really hot, that has never been a problem. It actually gets hotter that I had anticipated.
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Hi Jose, I have had no issues with overheating and its been in the case for about two months.
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I have had that happen but not often. I figured it must get "overheated" and it needs a cool down period. It will come back on after a short time. If this is the case--it's really a safety factor.
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I have not had any problem with over heating. However, my battery swelled and I notified JVC twice but they never responding back to my email.
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I used this phone for over a year and my husband has used it for almost a year. Neither one of us had a problem with it over heating. I kept it in my pocket and so does my husband. Maybe you got a bad one????
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Had my charger plugged in for a few days with a battery from a recently purchased yard sale 18-volt drill. The unit was warm to the touch, but not hot. I have charged other batteries and they were warm when removed. The charger changes to a solid light when the battery is charged, and I usually remove it at that time. If it's getting really warm, I'd try a different battery if possible. If same result, then I would contact vendor or B&D; as a warranty issue.