Why does Maglite so adamantly refuse to honor its warranty? The design of this flashlight encourages batteries to leak and wreck the flashlight.
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I guess I'd ask why you think the flashlight manufacturer is responsible for the batteries leaking? Batteries leak due to excess heat (storing your flashlight in a hot car?) or just from being in the flashlight for a lengthy time (it's recommended to change batteries about every six months), neither condition indicating a manufacturing problem with the flashlight, itself.
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i've used maglite and snap on maglites for over 40 yrs. never had problems like that even after leaving batteries in for 5+ yrs. on accident, but if the battery leaked it's the battery hence the warranty not being honored. We just use a long qtip and some alcohol or tarnex to clean up any kind of battery leaks on any item that's needed it. Maybe give that a try, the maglite is probably still viable even though the battery leaked, corrosion is cleanable in most cases. Good Luck!
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For me this has become routine, I dump out the roasted batteries, scrub it out with hot water, let it all dry and then load it up again and go. I have never had a Maglight made unsalvageable by leaking batteries. I have worn out several through other means, switches especially and by usage as a blunt instrument. I recognize their limitations and consider them a great reasonably priced light. I do usually reach for the cree light first but I always make sure there is a D-cell Maglight close by.
211527
Others have had the problem you describe; one of them returned his defective flashlight and got a replacement tailcap. The manufacture knows there is a problem.
362466
You're lucky that your battery lasted longer than 6 months. This product has a very defective design and the batteries that are used are of very poor quality. When you contact the company to try to get a replacement, they try to hit you up for more money, so in effect they are running some type of scam. They knowingly sell a defective product but keep on doing it because they have a network of dentists who sell the product for a sizable kick back.
625648
Perhaps LED lights are defective. I would advise contacting the company and getting a replacement flashlight. If you bought flashlight from Amazon and it's been less than 30 days, you can get a replacement unit this way. Gerber provides limited lifetime warranty so you are covered in any case.However, if you carry it in your packet, check first if there's any dust or lint around the LED. Since there's no lens, that stuff accumulates quickly.
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From memory, the lifetime warranty specifically excludes both the battery and the halogen globe. At almost 4 years, I think the battery has done fairly well. A rechargeable Maglite in its cradle is a moderately expensive method of providing emergency/convenience lighting, but it does ensure that it is almost always ready to go without worries about flat batteries/no spares.I'm afraid buying a new battery is your only option.
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exactly the same happened to me, I have no answer , I use the flashlight no screwed up to the end, and besides the light isnt so strong according the price of the item, It wasnt a good business to me, sometimes we win and sometimes we lose, this buy is one of the last, have a good day.
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I purchased this one and installed in a 5D Maglite by mistake. It ended up burning out and destroying the flashlight. Plastic in the head of the flashlight was shattered, bulb unit appears to be fused to the flashlight with black residue coming out of it. The smell was horrible, likely due to the burning plastic. Surprised there isn't a more prominent warning about this. Or maybe there was and I missed it.
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Use EverReady or DuraCell Alkaline batteries and MagLite will repair/replace it for the cost of shipping it back to them. Alternately, you can send it back to any USA battery manufacturer. They all guaranty their batteries and will repair or replace any item ruined by a leaky battery. Use white vinegar to clean corrosion of of the internal parts. Also works will for freeing corroded batteries from the flashlight. Be sure to rinse with clean water afterwards. Vinegar is an acid.
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Corrosion is probably the culprit. I believe Everready provides a replacement warranty for devices ruined by leaking batteries properly deployed. You may want to confirm whether Duracell provides a replacement guarantee.
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I am unaware of any place to get replacement parts. I have all kinds of flashlights for all kinds of reasons. From SCUBA diving to Firefighting and purchased this light to use as a dive flash light. I have never been so disapointed in any one product as much as I am with this. I purchased 2 and ended up returning 1 almost imediately and the second is dead and no matter how i try to get it to work it wont. Its the biggest money pit of a flash light i had ever seen. Do yourself a favor and start looking for something new. Pelican Brand I find has flashlights to meet every need I have. Good luck and I am sorry I couldnt help. I am unaware of any place to get replacement parts. I have all kinds of flashlights for all kinds of reasons. From SCUBA diving to Firefighting and purchased this light to use as a dive flash light. I have never been so disapointed in any one product as much as I am with this. I purchased 2 and ended up returning 1 almost imediately and the second is dead and no matter how i try to get it to work it wont. Its the biggest money pit of a flash light i had ever seen. Do yourself a favor and start looking for something new. Pelican Brand I find has flashlights to meet every need I have. Good... » Read More I am unaware of any place to get replacement parts. I have all kinds of flashlights for all kinds of reasons. From SCUBA diving to Firefighting and purchased this light to use as a dive flash light. I have never been so disapointed in any one product as much as I am with this. I purchased 2 and ended up returning 1 almost imediately and the second is dead and no matter how i try to get it to work it wont. Its the biggest money pit of a flash light i had ever seen. Do yourself a favor and start looking for something new. Pelican Brand I find has flashlights to meet every need I have. Good luck and I am sorry I couldnt help. « Show Less
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It's been my experience that most high end flashlights (with power management circuitry) fail to live up to the manufacturer's claims. They're general guidelines at best. Granted, I've never actually put the flashlights up against a clock, but I think the Klarus is as good as any. Honestly, I think the brand of battery is a more significant factor. I typically use Duracell, Panasonic, and Surefire. I've had noticeably poor performance from cheap batteries.
200743
The TechLite Lumen flashlights use 3 standard AAA batteries. If the battery holder is broken the cost of a new flashlight is low and the holder is probably not worth repair.
896927
Maglite doesn't claim this to be waterproof. I couldn't find that on the packaging but since the rubber seals are built tight, I'd say it's water resistant.
967723
Sorry to hear about the problems you encountered. I've had no problems with mine since I purchased it. Seems like you received two defective flashlights. Suggest you request replacements or a refund from the company. I have no other suggestions as to what's causing those problems.
73569
Sorry but i have no idea where to get what you're looking for. The exact same thing happened to my Fenix led flashlight. I recommend purchasing a Maglite led or trying some other product with excellent reviews.
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mine started leaking in a month or so, rusted the batteries and shot. big waste of $$$. i tried several and they all leaked. i searched and searched for something. really wanted blue light. finally changed mt white pool light for a color show light, but cost $400+ install. you'd think a company could make a decent product
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The flashlight uses a 18650 lithium ion rechargeable battery. There are many brands, but the PanSonic and Tenergy brands are the only consistently good ones out there that accurately represent the capacity of the battery. If you buy those brands, you only need one battery, as the flashlight takes only one. If you buy other brands, buy at least 2, as one is likely to go bad or have a short life. Make sure to buy "protected cell" battery's, and don't forget to buy a battery charger as well. I have bought cheap chargers, and had no problems. All in all you shod expect to pay around 15-20 bucks for a decent battery and a charger. The flashlight uses a 18650 lithium ion rechargeable battery. There are many brands, but the PanSonic and Tenergy brands are the only consistently good ones out there that accurately represent the capacity of the battery. If you buy those brands, you only need one battery, as the flashlight takes only one. If you buy other brands, buy at least 2, as one is likely to go bad or have a short life. Make sure to buy "protected cell" battery's, and don't forget to buy a battery charger as well. I have bought cheap chargers, and had no problems. All in all you shod expect to pay around... » Read More The flashlight uses a 18650 lithium ion rechargeable battery. There are many brands, but the PanSonic and Tenergy brands are the only consistently good ones out there that accurately represent the capacity of the battery. If you buy those brands, you only need one battery, as the flashlight takes only one. If you buy other brands, buy at least 2, as one is likely to go bad or have a short life. Make sure to buy "protected cell" battery's, and don't forget to buy a battery charger as well. I have bought cheap chargers, and had no problems. All in all you shod expect to pay around 15-20 bucks for a decent battery and a charger. « Show Less