is bay 1 supposed to flash 3 LED's regardless of whether a battery is inserted or not?
1490667
No. If no batteries are installed, none of the LEDs should be flashing at all.
1490668
No. It sounds like a defective unit. The LEDs should only flash when charging.
1490669
The Nitecore charger is actually a great charger, it just sounds like you got a unit that was bad. As far batteries, the research I've done suggests that a lot of them are actually the same - just branded with whatever company is selling them. I'm not sure if they sell on Amazon, but I have had excellent service with a place called Orbtronic. The Orbtronic batteries work very well and I've never had a problem with them not charging fully. I also have a couple of EagleTac branded batteries for my EagleTac flashlight. I honestly can not tell a difference.
1490670
I do not think so, at least mine does not do it.. You must likely got a defective unit; just return it and get a new one, it is worth the effort because it is a good charger. Good luck
216482
It is normal. It means your battery is currently at less than 25% charge. As it charges, assuming it is a good battery, the 25% led will become solid and move onto 50% flashing and so on until the 100% led is solid. Then the battery is fully charged.
1003557
When it blinks its charging , when all 3 leds are blinking its almost fully charged and when it does fully charge, only 1 led stays on to let you know its charged
1735010
Hi Bennet,Sorry for late reply.If the battery is not charged fully, its light flash.But once it is charged fully, its light stop flashing.If you have any further questions, please let us know it.
708498
The blue light is not supposed to flash at all. I have had my unit for several months now and have not seen any indication other than a steady green light. You should attempt to replace the battery ( I use lithium in mine ) , reset the unit, check your connections and make sure there are no loose wires and see how that works.
1896385
On the batteries, themselves? No, sir. Just a simple 3 light indicator but if you're talking about the kind of capacity indicator like the ones that show you the full strength and charge capacity and what's left, then no.
1915821
Yes, I have the same set-up, connect the batteries to all three batteries. Positive and negative to all three batteries.
293611
Double check that the batteries are in the correct way and place the module in with the pointed nub towards the light. If that doesn't work check the voltage on each battery just in case one is bad. Then check the voltage on the battery module to make sure that it isn't faulty. Sometimes those 3 x AAA battery modules are just faulty. Hope this helps.
123515
I would call Dyson support at 1866MYDYSON (US). They are very helpful. I found this explanation regarding lights. ---------When fully charged, all 3 LEDs should illuminate without flashing. However, if the red light continues to flash even after at least 3 hours recharging time, there may be a fault with the battery or charger assembly. ------------------or it could be a filter isn't on correctly. Check out: http://www.dyson.co.uk/support/help.asp?article=1519&product;=DC16-SY-STDCalling support is probably your best bet though. If you need a new battery, it will run ~$30.Good Luck. I would call Dyson support at 1866MYDYSON (US). They are very helpful. I found this explanation regarding lights. ---------When fully charged, all 3 LEDs should illuminate without flashing. However, if the red light continues to flash even after at least 3 hours recharging time, there may be a fault with the battery or charger assembly. ------------------or it could be a filter isn't on correctly. Check out: http://www.dyson.co.uk/support/help.asp?article=1519&product;=DC16-SY-STDCalling support is probably your best bet though. If you need a new... » Read More I would call Dyson support at 1866MYDYSON (US). They are very helpful. I found this explanation regarding lights. ---------When fully charged, all 3 LEDs should illuminate without flashing. However, if the red light continues to flash even after at least 3 hours recharging time, there may be a fault with the battery or charger assembly. ------------------or it could be a filter isn't on correctly. Check out: http://www.dyson.co.uk/support/help.asp?article=1519&product;=DC16-SY-STDCalling support is probably your best bet though. If you need a new battery, it will run ~$30.Good Luck. « Show Less
1047317
Make sure that all 4 batteries are put in the correct direction according the markings in the 2 battery cases. I messed with it for an hour before coming here and finding that out.
507203
i just checked my ott lamp and i have only 3 battteries. maybe they updated the lamp. does the lamp itself have room for 4 batteries or perhaps it was a typo.
1086114
I had the techs from the battery company hook mine up when they replaced my batteries and they hooked it up to the positive on battery #1 and the neg on battery #4. I haven't used it yet but I will this summer when I leave Florida.
1636196
Holly, the blue LEDs on the battery do stay lit when charging another device when i use it. May not be a big deal if the battery still charges whatever it is connected to though...
737720
Sharon, When you press the button you should see all 4 LEDs lit up. Please note, it does take longer to charge than a phone. It will take probably overnight to completely charge.
723900
When all 3 LEDs are solid it is done charging. I find it does take 18650s longer to charge but they do have a higher capacity than the 18490s I mainly use
446424
Mine is always flashing. I will check tonight and let you know if you can change it.
1841288
Flashing red light means it's functioning properly or that it has a working battery