I bought a brand new battery and hooked up the charger, are any lights suppose to turn on the black & decker charger (is my charger defective)?
506121
It blinks green when its charging then solid green when its charged....Move the cables n put a little Vaseline on the battery . This works for me.
506122
First. Check if you hooked it up in the right polarity then a green light must comes on if not, your charger is defective
506123
When attached to a fully charged battery and a wall outlet, a green light on the charger should turn on and stay on steadily. But can't tell from here whether it's defective. Other possibilities include that the wall outlet is dead, or that the connection to the battery isn't complete. For example, using the cigarette lighter adapter, I often have to try several times, pushing and twisting, before that method of connecting works.
1379273
Yes, This is a good working charger, I also got a new Battery I don't think the light goes off when charged, just use the recomended time listed for your battery.
170194
There should be two positive/negative contact markings on the battery. Make sure those line up with the contacts on the charger. The light should turn purple once an uncharged battery is put in correctly. When not charging a battery the light will be blue. Here's a picture: http://imgur.com/uYFAktx . It's upside down in that photo to accomodate my other plugs, but you can see how the battery is oriented.
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.
1552926
Never had a problem w/the charger.just adjust the batteries.get a battery checker.best way to check any battery.also the batteries are old?best wishes.
111748
Double check that you have the batteries in the charger correctly, charge them and it should work. Return it via Amazon
583061
According to the written text on the charger it states Red Light Flashing - "Reverse Polarity or Battery Fault" So I'd double check whether you connected the leads wrong then get a battery tester to make sure an internal short does not exist. Hope this helps anyone reading this question.
2211254
OK Susie P., so you've used the battery until it is completely exhausted and now it won't recharge, correct? If you have checked to make sure there is power to the charger, the charger light should glow red when no battery is inserted, red while the battery is charging (a couple hours) then green when the battery is fully charged. If the charger glows red and you never get to a green light, then the battery is defective and should be returned for an exchange/refund.
2157728
I had this happen to me. Battery charger did not produce a charge of the battery. I got a new charger and everything works fine. I don't know how you would easily ascertain if the charger is bad except to see that the battery is not charged.
235320
I'm having the exact same problem. Although my charger was somewhat inconsistent before it died completely. (For about a month the light would come on on the charger about 3/4 of the time when I plugged it in.)
1579612
Sounds as though the charger transformer may be shot, test it with a tester or hold it to your ear see if it buzzes, or feel it see if it gets warm. Check connections also. Assuming of course it is the correct charger for the batteries.JT
343634
I did not have this issue. Other have recommended checking to make sure you have the batteries in the charger correctly (+/-). If this does not help your issue I would contact Amazon and arrange a return/exchange since they are most likely defective. I recommend an exchange since these are otherwise decent batteries.
383228
A green charger light indicates the battery is charged. If the battery doesn't work in the light, there could be a few problems. The battery or charger could be defective, or you may have put the battery in backwards. I don't mean to insult you, I have put batteries in wrong on several occasions. Try inserting the battery both ways, if you have something else that takes the same kind of battery, try it there. It is also possible the switch is bad or loose. I believe there are a couple of small divots on a retaining ring that keeps the switch tight. It's in the end cap. Sorry its a bit long but these are issues I've had with LED lights. Let me know if I can be of further assistance. A green charger light indicates the battery is charged. If the battery doesn't work in the light, there could be a few problems. The battery or charger could be defective, or you may have put the battery in backwards. I don't mean to insult you, I have put batteries in wrong on several occasions. Try inserting the battery both ways, if you have something else that takes the same kind of battery, try it there. It is also possible the switch is bad or loose. I believe there are a couple of small divots on a retaining ring that keeps the switch tight. It's in the end cap. Sorry its a bit long... » Read More A green charger light indicates the battery is charged. If the battery doesn't work in the light, there could be a few problems. The battery or charger could be defective, or you may have put the battery in backwards. I don't mean to insult you, I have put batteries in wrong on several occasions. Try inserting the battery both ways, if you have something else that takes the same kind of battery, try it there. It is also possible the switch is bad or loose. I believe there are a couple of small divots on a retaining ring that keeps the switch tight. It's in the end cap. Sorry its a bit long but these are issues I've had with LED lights. Let me know if I can be of further assistance. « Show Less
988787
Tony,I have not had this issue, after the 23 hours of charging, when you check the battery indicator lights, are all 3 lit. if they are, there is no issue. the battery is at full power. Otherwise run the battery until fully depleted then recharge. usually they take a few times to come up to full power. Hope this helps!
2248660
There is only one light in this charger. When you plug it into the device, it will turn red and then it will change to green when charged. Check the side once you plug it in. Took me a couple of looks to make sure it was functioning - I did not think it had a light myself.
1778724
Howzit T.Q. , When I first got this battery and charger I put the battries with the labels facing out, it didn't charge! Try put the battery with the label facing in the red led will come on when it's done charging the green led will come on....good luck....................
1635083
The charger should light-up when plugged into computer or power source AND not plugged into copter. That's the first test.Ensure you have a good connection at the copter. Your copter battery could be worn-out - is copter old ? Otherwise I would agree the charger is bad.