Recent content by Jono2323

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    Broken Trustfirei

    I don't mean to sound stupid, but what is "annealed" and how would I correct for same?
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    Broken Trustfirei

    No, there were the Trustfire rechargeables that came with the flashlight.
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    Broken Trustfirei

    Update! I bought new batteries and the flashlight works now. I bought protected ultra fire batteries. Why did the stock batteries just fail? Is that common?
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    Broken Trustfirei

    Another related newbie question: if it turns out that there is a short and I need a bulb replacement, it would seem that I could pick one up for about $25-30. Does it pay for me to get one (i.e. a Trustfire replacement) or is there a compatable but more reputable replacement that would fit the...
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    Broken Trustfirei

    I guess I will buy a pair and try them. If that does not work....do I just have a paperweight? Also, if I was thinking of a replacement, what is as bright in the same price class (i.e. $60) that would be a good replacement?
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    Help.....flashlight just stopped working!

    I will give it a try and let you know!
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    Broken Trustfirei

    I tried the suggestion of the wire from negative terminal to metal body and nothing happened. I am a newbie...how do I test the batteries next?
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    Broken Trustfirei

    I don't have testing equipment, but I can try the wire suggestion to see if it's the switch. I note, however, that I did not damage the unit...it just stopped working while walking. Would a switch just fail like that?
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    Broken Trustfirei

    I have a Trustfire XM-L 3800 and only used a few times. I used on a dog walk and after 15 just stopped working. Batteries are fine....what has broken? There seems to be no product support available!
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    Help.....flashlight just stopped working!

    I am a newbie. I have a Trustfire xm-l 3800 and have used about 30 minutes over last six months. Went on a walk tonight and after about 15 minutes on high beam just turned off. I recharged batteries in smart charger but it still will not turn on. Any ideas? I cannot find any company support...
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