I did get a reply this afternoon:
".....Thank you, James.
My apologies for not being able to get back to you sooner.
You have the original model T4, the A-series model. It could be that you just need a new battery. They have about a 2-yr maximum shelf-life. You can find the A-series batteries at the following websites:
www.batteryjunction.com and
www.batterystation.com.
Unfortunately, the "A" Series T4 flashlight is no longer being manufactured and so we are unable to fix it. In 2007, Emissive Energy changed the T4 considerably. However, for individuals that have the old A-series T4, we are offering the option of purchasing the newest model T4, which has 227 Lumens, instead of the 135 of the A-series, a new series charging unit and the new series battery, all for $39.99.
If you are interested in upgrading, we would create a Return Merchandise Authorization for the A-series flashlight that you have, so you can send it, along with the charging cradle to us. Once we get those items, we will put in the order for your new T4 flashlight.
Let me know if you have questions.
All the best....."
Just for fun, I checked the following URLs:
http://www.batterystation.com/flashlight_batteries.htm http://www.batteryjunction.com/old-t4-bo-2006-t4-battery.html
The Battery station is $25.95 with shipping, so in my way of thinking the $39.99 is pretty much a "no brainer"! Sure, it will cost $39.99, plus the cost of shipping the old T4, but I will end up with a brand new Inova T4. It looks like a new Inova T4
http://www.niteize.com/products/inova-t4-rechargeable has an MSRP of $149.99 (with a street price less, of course).
Also, my oldest son is a sheriff's explorer and I see that they offer a Red Signal Cone for $4.99. I am just curious is anybody here has the signal cone and, if so, is it good quality? I considering that it is reasonably enough priced, I might just spring for one.