how often do i charge my stun flashlight?
1680368
it depends on how often you use it. I don't use mine very often I only have it for when I'm staying somewhere without my husband!
1811621
I have only charged it once since I bought it about a month and a half ago. I use it occasionally during the day to reinforce our dogs commands and then turn it off when not needed.
1888046
I purchased a streamlight battery a few months ago and have used it three or four times. I have not charged it yet, not sure how much longer it will last.
301554
First charge the flashlight over night. Please note that when you plug in the charger cord supplied with your light a red led will constantly stay on until you unplug it the next day. It will not turn green or shut off letting you know that the flashlight stun gun is charged. That is why I start my charge at 7 PM and then unplug it as soon as I get up in the morning. To start using it there is a safety switch on the bottom of the light next to the red led. Turn that switch on and then press the up button to test the led flashlight. Warning..Do not shine this light into your eyes it is 200 lumen and it will cause damage to your retina. Also note that when you are using the flashlight you can't use the red stun gun button, it will not work. Just slide flashlight switch down and then press the red button for 1 to 2 sec and you will activate the stun gun. Warning...when light or stun gun is not being used turn off safety switch on the bottom side of flashlight to prevent accidental discharge. If you are going to carry this light in the holster provided I suggest you buy a maze holster because the holster it comes with is made of cheap nylon material and it tears easily. With the police maze holster the light fits in with reflector light side up. That holster also has a snap cover to protect your light and made of sturdy washable cordura nylon. I hope these instructions are helpful to you. Oh and before I forget make sure you check your local and state laws on carrying and using a stun gun. Best Regards, Ralph
644212
I've used mine for more than three minutes (after having cranked quite a bit and let it sit for two weeks). I can get four or five before I have to crank it again.It will last much longer and still produce light, BUT it will get dimmer and dimmer as the charge dies. That said, it recharges very quickly.
1946100
The DURACELL 9V PROCELLS are good for about 100-200 full capacity stuns. If you don't use it that much, the PROCELLS have a 5 year shelf-life.
126711
It takes about 2 hours to charge a 18650 battery. About the flashlight--- I paid for it with credit card and it was never delivered !! I cannot help youthere----sorry. Sincerely Don Biddix
654039
The directions advise to charge the device for 5 to 6 hours initially; and then 1 hour once a month to retain the charge. When you plug it in the LED turns red, but mine stays red (even after the 6 hours). The directions state not to overcharge it. Obviously if you use the light or taser function more often, then you most likely would have to charge it more frequently (or possibly longer than an hour). Also, the bright light can still be working and the taser part not fire if it's undercharged. I had this happen (I was walking and a dog was approaching me that seemed like it could bite [fortunately it didn't] but the taser didn't fire even though the light was still working. I thought it must be defective (it wasn't) I recharged the device and the taser works fine. I think that the taser must draw the charge down some (combined with using the light frequently, which I walk late evenings and it gets dark before I get home, so I've been using the light. The light is as bright as most car lights. And no, I would not have actually "tased" the dog at all, just fired in the air (because most all dogs are very frightened by loud sound it makes which is a good deterrent for being bit without causing any harm). The only caveat about "dry firing" the taser in the air is that only do that for a second at a time and then release, because according to the directions you could damage your taser if you fire it for a longer steady hold than one second bursts. Hope that answers your question. I have been very satisfied with this device and the extremely bright light for walking alone has been well worth it. Best of luck!
1440179
there is a little on/off slide switch on bottom----the only time u want it on--is when u want to use the flashlight or// may be gonna use the stun gun--very shortly. leave switch off/when charging. remember--"cap" must be off for the electrodes to be exposed !! u always leave it off--when not in use !!
911232
In my large flashlight application I charge it 2 or 3 times a year, not letting it go to 0 power and it last four years. It may last longer, I let the flashlight sit too long and the battery discharged completely never to recover.
1063707
I've been using mine for about 3 months now, about 40, 5 sec. uses per night at high power. I've had no problems with the switch, and I've not noticed a decrease in brightness over that time (in reply to the question of whether it drains the batteries while off or not; I've never had it on for 5 min. at a time). I love this flashlight.
1879123
It uses one at a time, so you always can have one charged and ready to use when the first one tires out. I've had my light for awhile now and it's still working good and I use it everyday.
1855373
I use the flashlight on this often because it is so bright and can be a determent for an attacker. It is very bright and can cause a blinding effect. I never have had to use the stun gun part but I do test it every once in a while and it is still strong. I have only had to charge it twice since I bought it over a year ago and it hold a good charge for a long time even after occasional use of the flashlight. I would recommend this because of both the brightness of the light and the length of the charge it holds. I also believe that just by the look of the metal prongs and the LOUD sound of the taser it could deter without actually having to use it. I hope this helps.
1791706
The manufacturer, Streetwise, recommends 8-12 hours of charging. It should be working by now. If not, the manufacturer offers a lifetime warranty. However, make certain it is not user error. If it turns out to be user error, they will charge a restocking fee and they will not pay any of the shipping. It will have a master switch on the tail end - near the charging port. Make sure that is turned on. Then, check the flashlight/stun gun switch. All the way back is off. The center position should turn on the flashlight. The forward position puts it in stun gun mode, then you'll need to push the stun gun activation button. Once you can be completely certain it isn't working, then make arrangements to return it for a warranty replacement.
979557
When the battery is charged I've used it for at least two full Charges on my iPhone. If you just use the flashlight it can last for longer.
1911837
I have yet to charge mine the second time since the initial charge when I got it. Battery is lithium and is claimed to last 800 charge cycles. My only regret is not getting one sooner it is by far the brightest flashlight I have ever had. I would not charge it until it is dim since as with all types of rechargeable batteries, it is best to not charge it unless almost dead, or nearly so. I would recommend this light in a heartbeat and forget about that $20 crap at Walmart.
720542
I just checked my flashlight - last time I charged was about three months ago. Flashlight still full power.