Do I really need to charge it for 36 hours the first time? I only has 5 hours and the FL are flashing, that means its full charge?
1809058
I would not second guess the operators manual. It may function, but may not have full capacity.
1809059
To really see if the battery is really "full", I'd unplug the AC charger, wait 30 seconds, then push the "battery test" button again. If it still reads "99%", the battery is really charged. If it goes to "65%" or such, then it needs more.I base that on having got one and when I first plugged it in, it instantly began flashing "FL". However when I unplugged it the display instantly went to 10% or such showing that the battery was resisting the charge and the "FL" reading was false (just coming from the chargers power only while it was plugged in). So don't be fooled into thinking it's full that fast, yet 5 hours is a lot more than under 5 minutes (where it may have taken in some power, but it may still need more). To really see if the battery is really "full", I'd unplug the AC charger, wait 30 seconds, then push the "battery test" button again. If it still reads "99%", the battery is really charged. If it goes to "65%" or such, then it needs more.I base that on having got one and when I first plugged it in, it instantly began flashing "FL". However when I unplugged it the display instantly went to 10% or such showing that the battery was resisting the charge and the "FL" reading was false (just coming from the chargers power only... » Read More To really see if the battery is really "full", I'd unplug the AC charger, wait 30 seconds, then push the "battery test" button again. If it still reads "99%", the battery is really charged. If it goes to "65%" or such, then it needs more.I base that on having got one and when I first plugged it in, it instantly began flashing "FL". However when I unplugged it the display instantly went to 10% or such showing that the battery was resisting the charge and the "FL" reading was false (just coming from the chargers power only while it was plugged in). So don't be fooled into thinking it's full that fast, yet 5 hours is a lot more than under 5 minutes (where it may have taken in some power, but it may still need more). « Show Less
1809060
It might help... I found that the regular charger performed poorly so I used a trickle charger thru the gator clamps and charged it that way.If I had know what I know now, I wouldn't have bought it. Poor design, short life of battery.
2006888
Mine was nearly fully charged when I received it. I have not run the battery completely dead during any single use yet, so I can't be certain. I would guess it should fully charge within an hour.
266458
Mine had a partial charge so I can't be sure, but I think about 4 hrs to fully charge.
496973
I'm assuming you have it plugged into a USB port to charge it or pressed the power button to check charge level. Accd to user guide, 1 LED blinking = less than 10% capacity and needs charging. After a few hrs of charging one light will be on solid, middle should blink, then middle solid, 3rd blinking. When fully charged all 3 lights should be on solid (~ 6 hrs). To minimize charge time use a 1A or higher USB charger vs a computer port which only puts out max of 1/2 A.
1249774
How long do you have to charge this product? When I first got it all the blue bars were flashing does the flashing stop when it is fully charged and how long does it take to charge your phone?
805868
My new battery was already charged and I used it right away. Then when I loose a bar I charge it about 20 min. when the battery light stops flashing which indicates the battery is fully charged.
1240374
I threw mine out because I could never get it to charge again after the first time. The first time, you should charge it for about 12 hours.
1055
Hi, it took about 3-4 hours for the first time charging. When I charged the pack, before I used it, all the lights were on except one. I would wait a couple of hours and if the status has not changed, it might be defective.
390924
I'd estimate it lasts 5-6 hours in flash mode. I charge it every day. The one time I didn't, I only got 4 hours out of it.
938652
It says in the packet to let it charge for 5 hours or until the light turns blue. I did this and it stillwouldnt ccharge any of my devices. I actually bought another one and it works fine. Im guessing the first one was just defective. My new one ibe left on charge.over night and it seems to.work just fine.
1552661
I charge mine overnight. It doesnt register a full charge. But it seems to work for a full charge.
1855371
I have not had to charge mine since I initially charged it over a year ago. I don't use it very often, 2-3 times a month for 5 minutes or so at a time. I keep it in my car door and check it zap charge every time I use the flash light. Zap has worked every time.
1617174
For your first charge, I believe the mfg recommended overnite. I have had mine since last Christmas. I put it on charge when the orange lite comes on and forget about it. I am guessing that about three hours and the light is out and the charge is done. It lasts about 5 - 6 days and time to recharge.
1070666
Yeah that's normal. Charge it overnight. That's actually a good sign. A slow charge is better. Same with mine. 6-8 hours.
2081339
It states 50 Hours Constant On & 150 Hours Of Flashing....hope that helps you out :)
1811623
Are you sure you gave it a full 24 hour charge the first time. 12 hours therafter.
1643084
Hi, we charged it over night. I wouldn't do less then 8 hours to get a good full charge the 1st time