I don't think the light I received is rechargeable at all. Am I to use 3AA batteries and/or the power cord? This would not be at all as advertised.
1508596
The unit has a rechargable battery inside. The cord is for recharging, although as with cell phones, you can use it plugged in, too. If I recall, new units are to be charged for some prescribed time, or overnight, before using. They arrive with a small charge, but not much. Hope that helps. SLH
1508597
This is why I returned my latest one and wrote an update to my review. Amazon is selling a different unit than is advertised, and doesn't really care. When I contacted them about this, and very explicitly told them why I was returning the item, they refunded my money, but on the refund stated, "reason for refund: arrived late." Good luck getting your money back, if that's what you want.
1508598
The unit has a rechargable battery inside. The cord is for recharging, although as with cell phones, you can use it plugged in, too.If I recall, new units are to be charged for some prescribed time, or overnight, before using. They arrive with a small charge, but not much.Hope that helps.SLH
1508599
There is no room for AAA batteries, if there is probably the manufacturer goofed.
2270274
No. Ihas to buy rechargeable batteries and a charger. Out of the box, the light uses regular batteries no charger
311318
Yeah the rechargeable batteries may be dead.. You can replace them with new battery. Make sure u get the rechargeable once.. If that not work that is light is done. Buy a new one..
1549807
This is the section for questions, but sounds like you don't want an answer, just a replacement or a refund. Also sounds like the sun is not shining wherever you go, that might be the problem. . If you're interested in knowing more about what is causing the problem, try a couple of new rechargeable batteries and see if the bulb works. Maybe the batteries just wore out. If that works and few months later, the light fails again, then you know the recharging system is not working. Or maybe you have a prankster (or a robber?) who reset them to off.
1634317
I'd do this: Buy a replacement battery and try it to see if it works. Eventually you'll need an extra battery anyhow. If it doesn't work, return the light. If it does work, keep it. The time spent returning the item over just a bad battery probably isn't worth the time and effort.
1235691
As listed in the description it uses 1 - 18650 3.7v rechargeable battery. Which must be purchased separately. Some CREE lights have an adapter that allows you to use 3 - AA batteries instead. This is not one of them.
1507578
You can use a regular AA battery or you can use the rechargeable 3.7 volt battery. It works fine with the AA battery but it is quite a bit brighter using the 3.7 volt battery. With either battery it is a quite impressive little light for it's size. I have purchased several.
1154684
The light comes with no batteries, charger or directions. The switch is terrible, sometimes it works other times it dims by itself, sometimes it doesn't work. I'm returning mine. It also puts out less light than the Costco light I bought that has 350 lumens. The Costco 350 lumens is twice as bright. I'm sorry I don't have anything good to say about it. Lots of other persons had the same opinion as I did. Kenny K The Gadget Freak.
1613705
The flashlight I bought did not include the charger or rechargeable battery, I purchased these separately later. FYI, you may decide not to purchase the rechargeable batteries and use 2 regular batteries instead.
61307
I tried the rechargeable AA and they worked fine. The ceiling light wasn't the problem...it was the remote "wall switch" that wasn't any good. I would use it once or twice, and the battery would be dead. Bought replacement batteries at two different stores (in case batteries hadn't moved off store shelf and were old), and the same thing happened. Very disappointing.
865532
I do not think batteries can be recharged. If you need light this set is not for you. If you want ambiance they will do. Hate mine. Gave them to Nephew.
1538031
The image shown looks to be back lit, but the one I bought is Not.Besides, having a light in side only runs your Battery down Quicker!Suggestion!, buy a small LED flashlight and keep it in a easy too locatespot (your pocket or in your Tool Box.).Raven
557174
I was thinking the same thing, I hate the battery powered light. If I had known this I wouldn't have ordered it. I will read more carefully next time
61432
I would suggest you make your own battery pack or buy a different light. My battery pack was dead on arrival. I haven't opened mine up, I started to pull the rubber stand off to get to the batt pack but it's glued on. It'll be damaged if I can't find another way. It's probably got 3 AA cells wired in series to give 7.2V. If I can't hack this to use AA or AAA 'Eneloop' batteries I will dispose of it.
472587
My two lamps are still putting out enough light. I haven't replaces batteries yet.I recall seeing that the existing batteries were rechargeable batteries. They did not look any different from the ones that are at a local hardware store. I suggest taking the top off the lamp and removing the screws that hold the panel to the metal top. You should have easy access to the batteries. Good luck.Ric G
817012
This is a hardwired light. It came with a rather generous length of cord that is much longer than the chain. It would be possible to add a plug attachment, available at your local hardware store.
771503
This is just a guess, but LED light technology is such that the light will still work even if there is just a little power remaining. There just might not be enough power left to charge your device. It's possible that you just have to re-charge your battery by plugging the micro-USB cable into the battery and connect the other end to a power source. If that doesn't work, contact the manufacturer.