Stupid question, but I am at a loss. I believe the batteries go in one end of the flashlight but I can not get it opened. Is that where they go?
105166
Hello sir, First of all no question is stupid especially if it gets you out of a bind. Yes, the batteries are to be placed in the aft end (the screw cap opposite the bulb) of the unit if it is like a standard maglite. I shipped mine down to Haiti and did not open them up but I have had many others and they always opened up from that end and there is no reason to believe they go in the bulb end as there is a mechanism for the switch and the bulb socket on that side. The positive side with the nipple goes toward the bulb. If this is a new unit and never has had batteries this is unusual but as the other guy said it can be very, very tight when new. If it is a used unit that someone gave you and it has batteries in it the possibility exists that the batteries exploded from heat and the corrosive affects of the chemicals has jammed the threads of the end cap. This happened to me a couple of times here in south Florida in a hot work van over the summer. Try to coat the threads with something not to heavy (light grease or a nickel or copper based never seez compound come to mind) in the future. This will help.
1312178
The flashlight is poorly put together. You should unscrew the top of the flashlight and check the button. That was wrong with mine.
1639655
For the battery cartridge as a whole, the end with the protruding bump goes down into the flashlight. The end wiht the hollowed bump goes toward the flashlight end with the on/off button. Make sure the batteries are snapped into the cartridge securely. The + and - are marked on both ends of the cartridge. Make sure they line up correctly with the batteries (the flat end of the battery is -). Once you screw the end of the flashlight on, press the black rubber button for on/off. If that doesn't work you could try new batteries
397092
when my flashlight was delivered, I did not receive the chamber that holds the batteries. I complained to Amazon, but haven't gotten any response or assistance from them. Its been over 6 months now....I have what is suppose to be a really good flashlight, but cannot tell you it is, because I cannot used it if the batteries can't be placed in it..No I would not purchase this item again!!!!!
407819
i see 3 possibilities. Batteries are in backwards. Flashlight is defective. Batteries are defective
1576301
Hi. Do you see where the ridges are on the circular piece on the side of the headlamp? One of those sides twists off and you should be able to put your batteries in there. Hope that helps.
57897
1. Test the "new" batteries individually to make sure they are OK. 2. Confirm that each battery is installed correctly into the holder - the flat (-) end of each battery should be towards the spring in the holder. 3. Confirm that the battery holder is installed correctly into the flashlight - the holder goes in "bump" end first. If your flashlight still isn't working, then either the on/off switch or the LEDs have failed, and these are not user-replaceable.
865363
I have bought a dozen of these flashlights over the last five years. Initially, they all had the same problem, the switch would only work if held part way on. The answer below this from R. Hennigh about a loose retaining nut is worth a shot, but for all twelve of mine, here's what I had to do, and what I'd recommend you try first. Unscrew the head and tailcaps of the flashlight and remove the battery. Hold the body tube up towards a window or a lamp...can you see through the tube? If not, take a long drift pin, a long dowel rod, anything that can take a good whack and not break...insert into the body tube from the tail (switch) end...when it contacts the plastic disc obstruction in the body tube, hold the tube tightly, and whack the rod with a hammer...HARD! When you dislodge the black plastic disc with the little brass colored rivet in its center, THROW IT AWAY! It serves no purpose, and stops the flashlight from working. Once removed, reassemble the head-end, re-insert the battery, and twist the switch cap back on...it should work fine now. Those caps were supposed to ensure the battery was inserted the correct way...the rivet is slightly indented on the tube side, and slightly proud on the head side. This would stop the flat negative side of the battery from making contact with the L E D driver circuit and destroying it due to reverse polarity...BUT...most 18650 battery positive end tips DO NOT fit the recess in the disc, so it prevents the flashlight from working AT ALL!! I have bought 12 of these lights...had to "modify" all of them. I carry two on me at all times, I have several in my vehicles, and have given some as gifts. In 5 years, the ONLY problem I've ever had was the initial need to modify the lights. Other than that, they are blindingly bright, highly reliable, light weight, and hold a charge regardless of the temperature of the vehicle they are stored in for months at a time. Good luck, and let me know how you made out!
2264529
The flashlight head comes apart in two pieces. You have to unscrew the whole head.....that's it. You'll see the batteries right away.
1576302
you will see there are large, silver, ratcheted domes on either side of the light. One side says don't twist. The other has arrows in the directions of "close" and "open". Open it. A cylindrical insert will slide out-this is where you will place your 3 AAA batteries. Hope this helps.
833755
No you can't. But don't worry. The flashlight portion will break after a week anyway. It's a piece of junk.
2024959
There's a tiny, hard to see diagram if you look close at the sides while the batteries are removed. There's also a large, easy to read one on the back of the package the flashlight comes with.In short, the two stacked batteries on the left side face up (+), while the two stacked on the right face down (-). If it doesn't work, swap right/left. Two attempts and you'll get it.
2151015
i did same thing at first, & was sure I installed battery right. In frustration, I flipped battery opposite direction inside flashlight & it worked fine. It stil seems backwards to me, but I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this flashlight! If yours still won't work after installing battery in all directions, then it must be a defect. Hope it works for you. It's the best flashlight I've used!
2253825
I had the same problem and couldn't remember how to get the battery out. The unit separates at the point where the light gray meets the darker gray. Just pull hard enough at that point and the battery compartment will pull out. What probably happens is that it gets residue on the plastic or age just causes it to become more difficult due to not opening it frequently. If you pull hard enough, it will open. It is a single AAA battery that is needed.
2198022
Unscrew the end of the flashlight, install battery and screw end back on...
1363842
Just unscrew the push-switch, turn upside down the flashlight without the push-switch and the battery pack will slide out. This part is an assembly which holds the three AAA batteries.
1229735
There will be a small notch between the colored base and the lens housing. Place a penny in this slot and twist. It should separate exposing the batteries. Replace your batteries and then snap the two halves back together. Good luck.