I can't open it open to replace the batteries. I followed the instructions but to no avail. Anyone had luck opening the lid ?
1000900
Turn the lid upside down, lift the center part. Batter compartment is under this part.
1000901
You need to press the two tabs in with a butter knife or a flat head screw driver to remove the lid.
1000902
Take the green lid in both hands. Put your fingers on the green button on the top of the lid and flip it over. Grasp the center round by the two tabs, press and pull. The two lids will separate. After you replace your batteries.. put the white section back on, paying attention to the little arrows in the center that line up. Snap it back in, and spin away.
1000903
I haven't needed to replace batteries yet. Sorry I can't help. But now I anticipate I'll have the same problem, so I'm happy to know this online Q&A; exists. Maybe the manufacturer will give us some hints.
218787
Be careful when removing or replacing battery cover if the little black tab on the back breaks it won't work and if the lid isn't on correctly then it won't work. there are two tabs which both have to be pressed for it to work and the lid does that. Also, don't use those really cheap light batteries as those are really for remote controls and such, not motors.
587648
Can't help you friend. The instruction that came with mine , stated the lid is to remain open during operation. Sorry.
1715866
Push it down in the hole towards the top of the lid and then pull it out. To replace it, lay the new one it and slowly work it into the area between the top part of the lid and the middle area.
1531175
Hmmm. I have had to use a screw driver as well, but with success. So, my only advice is to try again with the screw driver because the lid is very tight. Good luck.
1556955
When I first received it I couldn't get it off either. After working at it for awhile and a few unkind words I finally was able to remove it and put the batteries in. Now it is easy to open and close(I just went and tried to make sure) so keep trying or ask for help. I think that it was worth the beginning frustration.
550426
Yes you can open the lid it was a perfect fit just a defective battery to this day I stil haven't order a battery
1089555
I am sorry, I had the same problem. I ended up throwing it away and ordering a new one! I did not see any way to open it and replace a battery.
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.
1325635
The same thing happened to me. I bought 2 of them and 1 don't turn on . I also replaced the batteries and it still doesn't work. I don't know how to replace it eather because the packaging has been taken out to the trash.
1834930
Try a coin. It is kind of hard at first, but if you push up on it, it snaps out. There looks like two openings for the battery, but it's the upper one. The lower is for the little circular stand that comes with it.
576744
Maybe you can gorilla glue the part back on. Also, the plastic's pretty thick. Someone might be able to screw it on in a way that would enable you to use the lock. Can't the manufacturer replace the lid entirely?
1077412
I'm not aware of any place to unscrew the lid! If you want, you can text me a picture at 443-794-0735. I should think it can probably be removed, but mine looks like the picture. Does the sticker cover the button or one of the ports?
1070274
Since buying this product I haven't had cause to replace the battery. However, since you raised the issue I tried to open unit to get at the battery and had no problem. While pushing the orange button in as far as it will go simultaneously hold and pull both tabs (L & R). You can't get it out without pulling on both tabs. As you hold and pull the tabs rock them slightly while pulling the inner body out the inner case. Remember, keep squeezing on the orange button all the time until the inner body slips pass the button grove. Hope this helps you Steve. Let me know.
422552
Hold the base with one hand and rotate the lid with the other. If that doesn't work, you might have a dud. Ours works just fine.
1879500
I just solved this problem with my lantern. It was stuck,so I ran a butter knife along the seal of the battery cover. I was then able to easily open it and replace the batteries.
510939
I have not had this problem (yet). The reason that I bought this model was that the write-up claimed that the lid was "easy to open". I'm disappointed to hear that you are having this problem. If you do get it to open, apply the silicone o-ring lube to the threads also. This will help prevent them from seizing in the future.