My light quit working. When I pull the triger the charge indicator flashes red. It is not a battery problem. Any ideas what is wrong?
2016678
Perhaps your charger is bad...Not real sure. Mine still lights up the entire neighborhood. Sorry
2016679
The best response should come from the manufacturer. Call them at 877-571-2391. FWIW, if the AC charge port thinks it is plugged in, it will flash red and will do this even if you do not plug it in to an AC circuit and the battery charge is low. As the battery gets more charge, it will not flash red unless it is plugged in to an AC source. From the manual, it states "the spotlight will not operate when charging using the AC charger". This is probably why your unit does not work; however, some of the units will operate with the plug in (mine included), but will probably damage the charging circuitry if used this way. The best response should come from the manufacturer. Call them at 877-571-2391. FWIW, if the AC charge port thinks it is plugged in, it will flash red and will do this even if you do not plug it in to an AC circuit and the battery charge is low. As the battery gets more charge, it will not flash red unless it is plugged in to an AC source. From the manual, it states "the spotlight will not operate when charging using the AC charger". This is probably why your unit does not work; however, some of the units will operate with the plug in (mine included), but will probably damage the... » Read More The best response should come from the manufacturer. Call them at 877-571-2391. FWIW, if the AC charge port thinks it is plugged in, it will flash red and will do this even if you do not plug it in to an AC circuit and the battery charge is low. As the battery gets more charge, it will not flash red unless it is plugged in to an AC source. From the manual, it states "the spotlight will not operate when charging using the AC charger". This is probably why your unit does not work; however, some of the units will operate with the plug in (mine included), but will probably damage the charging circuitry if used this way. « Show Less
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The best response should come from the manufacturer. Call them at 877-571-2391. FWIW, if the AC charge port thinks it is plugged in, it will flash red and will do this even if you do not plug it in to an AC circuit and the battery charge is low. As the battery gets more charge, it will not flash red unless it is plugged in to an AC source. From the manual, it states "the spotlight will not operate when charging using the AC charger". This is probably why your unit does not work; however, some of the units will operate with the plug in (mine included), but will probably damage the charging circuitry if used this way.
2016681
Jeff, this is common with these. If you open it up (not easy) you will find a circuit board, battery and starter to provide the charge to the lamp. None of these parts are readily available. I gave up trying. If you are within warranty the maker should help you out. This carries the brand name of Stanley but is not made by Stanley anymore. Really a shame because it is a very good lamp.
2016682
It's the charger itself. I had the same problem and can't get another charger. Went to radio shack and they have me the same look a like charger and it did not work. So I went and bought an LED Stanley. It's better and smaller. Hope that helps
297517
This is the indicator light for a defective battery.This happened to me even with brand-new batteries. So I replaced the charger instead.
1820137
The charger is a little lose it happend to me TONSSS OF TIMES. All you have to do is make sure the end piece is plugged in extra tight and wait for the blue light to go on. If that doesnt work then you might want to replace it.
510460
Sounds like a defect, I would contact somebody and get a new one. Hopefully they'll take care of you because this is a great light. I ordered mine months ago and carry it with me everywhere and it works like a champ! I haven't had to change the batteries yet either!
20274
I had a similar thing happen. Take the battery out and reseat it in the charger. Also try using a pencil eraser on the battery contacts. You can also try just leaving it in the charger. NiCad batteries lose their charge after a while of no use. It may be that the charger is sensing zero charge in the battery. Put the battery in a tool and see if it has any charge remaining. It is difficult to distinguish between the quick flash and the charging flash.
536649
It means the battery has an error. I'm trying to see how to fix the battery with other chargers. I tried draining it with a flashlight then charging it again. It worked, and was able to charge completely, but then the blinked came back.
123514
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-STD Calling support is probably your best bet though. If you need a new battery, it will run ~$30. Good Luck.
309108
Here is a link that fully answers your question. http://www.batterychargers.com/Documents/0099001192WB-00.pdf Basically when the YELLOW LED flashes, the charger has aborted the charge as the battery may no longer be capable of taking a charge and must be replaced. That said, it is a good idea to reset the charger and try the charge again before replacing the battery. To reset the charger merely unplug the charger from the wall, wait a minute, then replug it back into the wall...If the light stays SOLID ON and yellow, then it is charging...it may take a while...if it faults out again and starts flashing yellow again, then replace the battery. GOOD LUCK. and I am most sorry for your the loss of you husband.
1097412
As the battery gets low, the taser will not work but the light will still operate. Continued use, and the light will no longer shine. Make sure it is fully charged. If you have left it on the charger a long time and it still does not work, then check to see if the taser feels warm. If warm, then something is wrong with the switch. If cold, the taser is not charging and you need to determine if the charger is functional or the connection is bad by using a volt meter to test. If I lost you at this point, contact the vendor.
609768
I had a similar experience. After a period of working just fine, it stopped taking a charge. Light blinks rapidly when plugged in.
1167432
I got the 2 i ordered about 5 days ago and when it charges the led light is yellow and when its down the led light completely turns off... I never seen a red led light before... You might want to search for a online manual or check your box you received it in for details
917576
Thanks, I did call. But because I am charging Duracell I got no help. They will only help if I was using Rayovac batteries. I was told the dim light after is normal. So I'll just keep an eye on it when charging.
1364528
I don't know. I just went and checked mine was has been plugged in for the past 3 days and the light is red. So I took it out of the charger and put it in the Sweeper.
686164
Try to charge it again. The red charging light should lit. Goes off when charge completed. If the red light stay on for days that means the battery is not charging. Remember the LED lights only turn on in "DARK" when unplug from outlet or no electricity. The unit is designed for emergency usage (no electricity , total darkness). LED lights won't turn on under daylight or normal room light. Call them for replacement if you think it is defective. I have half dozen of these for three years. And they still working in good order. I hope they will last for couple more years.
1136239
You probably have a bad one because once mine charged for a day it worked, but I will give an update to this light and that it stopped working. I would now not recommend this light. It doesn't last.
1970832
The indicator light seems to have a slight delay when all connected. It does not light when put into the power outlet alone. Be sure it is securely plugged into the cord that goes to the battery. Make sure that the cord is well connected to the battery as that connection is sometimes "stiff", but positive when it makes the connection. If, after all of this, the indicator light does not go on then suspect the charger or the battery. I would bet on the battery as there is not much to wear out on the charger. I had to buy them in this order when we were given our powerwheel. It has worked well for several months since then.
1553191
it sounds like you have a battery issue. I ordered 3 flashes and 1 of them had a faulty battery.