does anyone else have a problem with lanterns not keeping the charge ? I have recharged the batteries but several do not hold the charge.
1373459
No they do not. I have mine out hanging in my tree and I believe it only lasted 1 week. I guess we get what we pay for.
1373460
No problems here, but the colors do fade after prolonged exposure to the sun.
1373461
Mine seem to be doing okay but I make sure they get 6 to 8 hours of sun daily. Sometimes I have to move them when the seasons change but it has worked for me so far.
1373462
i haven't had a problem. are they getting a least 5 hours of sun. i had to trim trees so they would get the hours other wise the light was real dull.
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!
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.
2080082
I have them IN lanterns as well but under a roofed area. I don't recommend leaving them out where they can get wet. The bottom (where the batteries go) is not water proof.
121151
Hi Nick I'm Thomas I had no problems with the light thou I only played with it for a short while(It's a gift for someone) the easy check the bube if you know for certain that the batteries are good. also stretch the springs a bit for good measure Those are my thoughts about your device good luck. Thomas
407818
I would make sure those batteries are recommended for the light. I would also make sure they are installed properly. Some batteries are also required to charge a certain amount of time before you can use them. The batteries could be defective. I would take them somewhere like Batteries Plus and have them test the batteries. Hope this helps.
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?
1180144
I think the best thing to do is to contact the company and ask them. They have super customer service, and will get right back to you when you email them. I love the lantern and spot light I purchased. They hold a charge for weeks if you don't fully discharge them. I also love that they have a low setting, high setting and an off button. You can also charge them with the provided usb cord. If you are hiking, you can hang them off your backpack and charge them along the way.
1972585
I see no reason why you could not use rechargeable batteries in this lantern; however, I do not find a way to recharge those batteries while they are in the lantern. You'll have to remove them to recharge.
1014613
I recharge mine and they seem to work fine. I usually only recharge them 2 or 3 times then I toss them.
2046349
I think not using them for such a long time has killed the battery. I have left regular chargeable batteries sit for a long time and they would not charge either. I think regular use is the key.
36473
Excellent question. I will wait to see answer before buying this lantern as I want to use rechargeable batteries with it.
1664431
They should get strong charge if placed in direct sunlight. Mine are lit and last about 6 hours because they are not in direct sublight. get one and put it where the sun hits and see if it last longer. If it doesnt then their batteey is weak.
36474
I was about to ask the same question. Any takers? Specifically, is there a contraindication to using a rechargeable battery with the Rayovac Sportsman 300-Lumen Lantern?TIA
1268258
I'm not sure, because i've only used alkaline batteries in mine so far. But, you might ask one of the other buyers that use their lanterns often if they tried it.
1086678
I just put the batteries in my lantern a few days ago. It seems to me when the light is off and you push the button it comes on on high , click the button again right away and it goes to low. If you leave it on high and then push the button it will start to flash.P
311318
Yeah the rechargeable batteries may be dead.. You can replace them with new battery. Make sure u get the rechargeable once.. If that not work that is light is done. Buy a new one..