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davesparks

• Dec 16, 2015

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For the symptoms you've described it sounds like the rechargeable batteries have died.
If it works in normal batteries then that should confirm it then you can just replace the rechargeables.

I have the same torch which used to live in the van plugged in to the smoke lighter socket until the rechargeables went the same way and I never got around to replacing them.

 

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• Dec 16, 2015

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Well the charging started to go first, and I used to have to fiddle around with the plug and have it in a certain position before it would start flashing. And that's another thing, it obviously flashes green when charging but was supposed to just have a permanent green light when charged, but mine would just flash forever.

I don't even remember when it stopped working properly, could well have been over a year ago, and it's just sat in its little pouch, in my tool bag ever since. I was weaned off of it due to the fact that it would just die so quickly all the time, so if it is just the batteries, and I now have my torch back, I owe you a big drink! I would go and check now but missus is asleep, I'm in bed, and I have the noisiest front door on earth.

 

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• Dec 17, 2015

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Think I picked my LED lenser hr14.2 off eBay and would recommend it. One of the best things I've bought in my opinion.

 

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• Dec 17, 2015

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• Dec 17, 2015

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Thanks for all your replies lads, however, don't you find these a bit heavy to wear? I have been looking at the pretzl nao, which is half the weight of these? Might look even weirder when I forget I've got it on and walk into birds for a sausage roll as well.

 

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• Dec 17, 2015

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I just forgot I had my h7.2 on my head for the last hour.

 

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• Dec 17, 2015

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Amen Davesparks

 

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• Dec 17, 2015

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think i need to catch up with this new technology. i keep scorching my hands

 

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newtothis

• Dec 23, 2015

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I had a really rotten head torch, I was in TLC the other and impulse purchased this one

https://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Products/SK410337.html
8.95 plus vat, really pleased with it. It works with my enloop rechargeble batteries, comfy to wear, and I find it gives enough light so I don't feel the need for addtional lighting in lofts,dungeons etc. I defy anyone to find fault with it. :sunny:

hmmm, I think anyone in the business of selling electrical products and tools could do a lot worse than advertise on
this forum. I'm saying that cos I've spent quite a bit after reading about stuff on this forum.

 

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• Dec 23, 2015

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Well of course you are right, it is most valuable piece of kit for any Electrician, use mine daily, battery's don't last very long.

 

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• Dec 23, 2015

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newtothis said:

I had a really rotten head torch, I was in TLC the other and impulse purchased this one

https://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Products/SK410337.html
8.95 plus vat, really pleased with it. It works with my enloop rechargeble batteries, comfy to wear, and I find it gives enough light so I don't feel the need for addtional lighting in lofts,dungeons etc. I defy anyone to find fault with it. :sunny:

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got similiar one, absolutly knackered after couple of years daily use, still works (stopped once,broken wires inside, repaired it myself)
rechargeable AA`s is a must have, around 2-3 hours runtime on full brightness....

 

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• Dec 23, 2015

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Also essential in Power Cuts also, as I can vouch

 

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• Dec 24, 2015

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not a headtorch, but those are nice:
Rolson 61676 3W Z5 Work Light | Rapid Online
runs on rechargeable AA`s too, got a kind of bracket to stand it on, hook for hooking in the lofts or cupboards and a magnet at the back.
its a tenner, value for money.

 

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• Dec 24, 2015

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ive been using a unilite one, bought it over a month ago.

its supposed to last over 100 hours.

i used an led lenser h7 for a few years and it was fine till the dial broke my only gripe is the batteries can be drained really quick on high

 

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• Jan 13, 2016

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telectrix said:

i got mine off ebay. it's not usb charge, but the charger plugs into the unit without removing the battery. and it's fantastically bright.


http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Zoomable-1000LM-CREE-XM-L-T6-LED-Bicycle-Light-Headlamp-Miner-Torch-Flashlight-/321499548940?hash=item4adaddcd0c:g:GzAAAOxyyFhTea34




Thanks Teletrix, just bought one of these and I am really impressed very bright and a nice balanced feel on my head.

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