How do you light them? I am not sure if I received faulty lanterns but I was completely unsuccessful in lighting them.
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Don't like them at all. They are not what was pictured. Very disappointed. The most of the disks that you light is not attached to the wire. The disk is suppose to be centered in the cross wires and you light the disk. The lite disk heats the air inside the unfolded lantern until it's able to lift off. Order the original lanterns - http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=bl_sr_hi?_encoding=UTF8&field-brandtextbin;=The%20Original%20White%20Sky%20Lanterns&node;=228013
1652639
the 1st two lanterns in my shipment lit with just a little effort & persistence. it was worth the effort for the show they then put on. it required holding the lighter flame to the fuel block for an extended period, it did not just "catch" as i expected. the next lantern we were never able to light and finally threw it in the trash. other reviews have mentioned how variable the quality is with these lanterns, maybe if you try some more you'll find some that work. i wouldn't buy again for this reason, but it was fun for those that worked.
1652640
I was able to light the little square which prior to lighting you need to place in the middle but took so long to fill it up and make go up just for moment because in few second went down and forhet if is windy
1652641
Hi there. I was able to light the 3 I used. U have to have someone hold it up and then light a match to the little block of whatever that is. It may take a few matches to do it. Not great but better then nothing. My son lost his father and we do this every year. He started the tradition in uk where they have awesome lanterns. I hope this helps
1652642
It took us quite a while to get it lighted. We had to keep the flame on the fuel piece until it started to burn. Be patient. It finally lit and when the lantern filled with the heated air, it went right up in the sky. It was beautiful! Good Luck!
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These lanterns came with the unattached fuel block, you have to unwrap the block then attach the block to the wire; then use WIND RESISTANT lighters to light the fuel block. (while holding the lantern upright and fully opened up) They are not the finest made lanterns but we got almost all of ours to light and take off, we released 30 for my wedding. Big hit!
862668
I had the same problem. im sorry I cant help but I tried to burn it together and it didn't work. it still works without them but it does look better with them.
332135
I had to replace the battery inside of the lantern as soon as it arrived, due to the same problem you're having. Maybe, the battery is running low? I hope this helps!
1075954
Hello, the lantern is still in the demo mode that is pre-set at the factory. All you have to do is take out the batteries and put them back in again. There was a label on my lantern with instructions as well as in the instruction pamphlet on how to do this. Hope it works, otherwise return it.
1168655
Wish I could help you but mine all died because I was out of town when they arrived :-(. Directions are probably online
1167275
You have to flip the switch to the on position. After that you just have to touch the face of the ring to the "glass" part of the lantern and it should light up.
525639
They are large enough that it really takes 2 people to light and get going. One person to hold open the lantern and one to get wick burning. They are very flimsy so any kind of a wind they just don't work
596928
Take the top off. On the bottom of the top tere is a little plastic strip that needs to pulled out. This makes the light work. I don't think the instructions really tell you that. The lights are off during the day and as soon as it starts getting dark...they will work. If I can be of any further assistance let me know. Gook Luck. CA
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You're supposed to be able to assemble them carefully and then light the little wax piece on the wire. They were very difficult for us as well, and the ones we did get to light got too hot and the paper smoldered. Unfortunately. Good luck
1774683
Janet,I have no idea where to buy replacement blubs. The lantern contained no instructions. I'm still can't figure out how to open the lantern. Good luck.
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They don't come with lights. I bought some little lights from a craft store and tied them inside the lanterns. They looked really awesome.
1704645
Have you tried the eneloops yet? I haven't used them in these lanterns but I have used them in lots of other items that recharge them. Hope this helps.
2177319
Its probably broken. They are cheaply made. Mine came with one strand already dead. Then all the rest faded to barely dim. I returned mine. Id recommend you do the same.
427720
1. Are the batteries in correctly? 2. Are they within the correct distance from the main light? 3. Place all lights together, turn off your power and see if they work? 4. Call the Company.
1038417
Well, Chad. The ones i bought work Perfect, No Issues. Sounds like your problem could be a Ground Issue? I guess i would hook them up, one at a time, to a good 12volt battery. makeing sure if the problem follows the same light. then...take that light apart and look for any possible Faults?
1887425
We have not used the lanterns. Tried them, but waiting for a blackout. They do seem bright enough however it would be great to have two.
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Don't get them. They won't light or fly. I ordered 30 white sky lanterns. I got 4 white all the rest multicolored. Only one white flew. I've gotten other sky lanterns that worked great. DO NOT GET THESE