How difficult is it to change batteries? Do you need to remove the light to change batteries, or can you do it in place?
342043
It's not too easy to change the batteries, but they last a long time. I thought if they lasted a whole year, I'd be happy, and I haven't had to change them yet. I ride at least an hour a week, always at night, and I must be well into my second year, maybe my third year on the first set of batteries. (I don't remember exactly when I bought the the Rimfire.) So even though changing the batteries is not easy, you may never have to change them.
342044
It is not difficult to change the batteries o. This either. The mechanism can stay on the bike while the batteries are being changed. I hope this helps.
342045
It's not too bad. You do not need to temove the entire lighting system to change the batteries. You just have to remove each of the 3 battery covers (using a screwdriver). Of course, If you have lights on the front and on the back, you'll be changing six batteries total. It does take a little time and it might be a little tricky just because of where the screws in the battery cover end up being in comparison to the spokes on the wheel. However I don't find it to be that big a deal. The lights are so much fun, so eye-catching, and so helpful in terms of safety, they are well worth the effort!
342046
It's not too bad. You do not need to temove the entire lighting system to change the batteries. You just have to remove each of the 3 battery covers (using a screwdriver). Of course, If you have lights on the front and on the back, you'll be changing six batteries total. It does take a little time and it might be a little tricky just because of where the screws in the battery cover end up being in comparison to the spokes on the wheel. However I don't find it to be that big a deal. The lights are so much fun, so eye-catching, and so helpful in terms of safety, they are well worth the effort! It's not too bad. You do not need to temove the entire lighting system to change the batteries. You just have to remove each of the 3 battery covers (using a screwdriver). Of course, If you have lights on the front and on the back, you'll be changing six batteries total. It does take a little time and it might be a little tricky just because of where the screws in the battery cover end up being in comparison to the spokes on the wheel. However I don't find it to be that big a deal. The lights are so much fun, so eye-catching, and so helpful in terms of safety, they are well worth the effort!
1160030
I've had mine over a year now, and have not had to change it, but I don't imagine it will be too hard when the time comes. Just spring for a CFL or LED light bulb and you will be ready to change the fixture before the bulb goes out.
1538519
The batteries are removable....but I myself still have this light and now it only works for 10 min due to the battery. I can't find the battery to buy separately.
485546
Very easy. Back unscrews. I've had it for months now and use it often and haven't had to change batteries. Still as bright as when I got it.
233625
I would assume rechargeable batteries would work. I have not tried it though. It is very easy to replace the batteries. The back base of the fixture is screwed to the wall or you can use the double stick tape that comes with it and stick it to the wall. Once the base is on the wall, the light fixture removes easily by just turning the fixture slightly to release it. Then you have exposure to the battery compartment.
766277
I've had to replace two batteries in the first six months of use. You just unscrew 4, small Phillips screws from the backside of the light, and pull off the metal, then plastic back pieces to expose the guts of the unit. The battery is a AAA, 600mah, 1.2V, NiMH cell that can be popped out, and replaced. Sometimes there is a bit of hot melt glue from the mounting of one of the LED's that will hold the cell in place, but you can cut thru it with a razor blade.The units are working well, in our hostile Arizona sun, and I'm glad I bought the 10 pack, because I've got a couple of spares. By the way, upon receipt, one of the units was DOA, so I'd plan for the possibility when ordering. I've had to replace two batteries in the first six months of use. You just unscrew 4, small Phillips screws from the backside of the light, and pull off the metal, then plastic back pieces to expose the guts of the unit. The battery is a AAA, 600mah, 1.2V, NiMH cell that can be popped out, and replaced. Sometimes there is a bit of hot melt glue from the mounting of one of the LED's that will hold the cell in place, but you can cut thru it with a razor blade.The units are working well, in our hostile Arizona sun, and I'm glad I bought the 10 pack, because I've got a couple of... » Read More I've had to replace two batteries in the first six months of use. You just unscrew 4, small Phillips screws from the backside of the light, and pull off the metal, then plastic back pieces to expose the guts of the unit. The battery is a AAA, 600mah, 1.2V, NiMH cell that can be popped out, and replaced. Sometimes there is a bit of hot melt glue from the mounting of one of the LED's that will hold the cell in place, but you can cut thru it with a razor blade.The units are working well, in our hostile Arizona sun, and I'm glad I bought the 10 pack, because I've got a couple of spares. By the way, upon receipt, one of the units was DOA, so I'd plan for the possibility when ordering. « Show Less
1298316
Yes you have to remove them to change the batteries but it is really easy. It's durable and I've enjoyed it. Changed mouse batteries just recently. Everything snaps right back in.
1685582
Look on the magnifier on the side where the lights are facing you. Hold on both sides of the light and pull up on the neck of the base it releases from the 2 small plastic clips to revel the battery compartment screw and three button cell batteries. Then just push it back in place. Hope this helps.
1699328
Why bother to change batteries on a keychain light that costs under 8 bucks? Considering the cost of a replacement battery and the frustration of disassembling it with a screwdriver to put the new battery in - geez - do the math. Unless you make your money getting soda cans out of dumpsters, bite the bullet and fork over a fin for a brand new one.
1127539
The batteries are inserted thru the front of the main unit and the main unit can be removed from the mount with a turn screw. So turn the base locking screw and the main light unit can be taken off its base mount. Then twist the front bezel and take off. Then you can insert the new batteries. Depending how high you mount it, it should literally just take a couple of minutes to change.
894406
Yes, you have to unscrew all the screws on the bottom. It takes three triple A's. Unfortunately changing the batteries didn't fix our problem - I'm going to call the company.
1986624
You can get to the batteries to change them. The back piece sticks- the front piece which houses the batteries is removable and can easily be put back.
1638725
Actually, I don't think you can replace the bulbs. LEDs are usually good for about 25,000 hours. That's about 20 years. What did you have in mind. I don't know about you but I'll be ready for a new technology magnifying glass way before that. Batteries will be your issue depending on how much you use it not the LEDs. You need a really small Phillips screwdriver to replace them and it takes three. The cover is real bitch to get off. You need a really small Flathead screwdriver to pry it off. Thank God the screw is held in place in the cover or you would probably loos it. A small screwdriver set & a couple of rounds of changing batteries and it's no big deal.
1251600
I used mine all summer and never changed batteries. But I didn't use the light option and I can't think of anything else that would have drawn on the battery. Maybe the on/off switch? Hope this helps.
54242
There is no on-off switch. So yes, you would have to remove the batteries. the only switch on it is for F or C and a reset hole.
1365745
Screw in, then change the batteries from the front. I suppose you could get some kind of gorilla glue to put it up. Be sure it's reachable... batteries last about 2 months.
600356
Yes, I did change the battery in mine because it wasn't working. I have two lights and one quit working. I bought replacement batteries and changed them with no problem, but the one still didn't work. Unless you know it it the battery for sure, I would not waist your money on new batteries if it just doesn't work.