Streamlight Flashlights

Care and Use of Nickel-Cadmium Batteries
Since opinions within the battery manufacturing industry vary concerning the characteristics of nickel-cadmiums, we do not intend to give a complete technical explanation of their operation. We would rather describe as simply as possible how to get the most from the nickel-cadmium batteries supplied with the Streamlight.

1. Thoroughly read the section in the users manual concerning safety procedures and charging the Streamlight.
2. Fully charger before first use.
3. Although the Streamlight is designed to be left on charge continuously, there are exceptions. If the surrounding temperature is below 10 °F, continuous charging is not recommended. Additionally, if the light is going to be unused for three months or more, remove from charge.
4. 4. There are special considerations to note when using multi-cell rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries, such as those found in certain Streamlight flashlights. If a nickel-cadmium battery is subject to repeated and extensive deep discharges, such as an aggressive conditioning procedure to eliminate “memory”, which runs the battery down completely on a regular basis, it can experience a voltage reversal of one of the five cells. This can cause a build up of pressure inside the cell which could lead to venting of the electrolyte, cell damage and early battery failure. In addition, should the pressure relief vent on top of the battery stick become damaged, this pressure build up could lead to the cell’s bursting and possible injury.
5. To obtain the safest and longest service from your rechargeable products, Streamlight Inc, in conjunction with the leading manufacturers of nickel-cadmium batteries, offers the following recommendations:

A. Do not over discharge nickel-cadmium batteries. Never leave the flashlight on once the lamp becomes dim. Discharging the battery past this point can damage it and shorten its life.
B. Do not periodically “condition” or “exercise” your flashlight battery despite what you may have been told about nickel-cadmium “memory”. According to the most recent reports gained from technical manuals of battery manufacturers, the actual existence of “memory” is extremely unlikely. A regular ritual of deep discharging is specifically not recommended, unnecessary and will greatly shorten battery and lamp life.
C. If the battery is over-discharged; there may be a small leakage of alkaline electrolyte from the safety vent area on top of the cell. It appears as a white powdery substance and can effect the integrity of the electrical contact. We recommend that your battery be periodically inspected and the contact area wiped clean should any evidence of electrolyte leakage be present. Use caution when handling a battery that has leaked. The electrolyte is a strong caustic and can burn or irritate the skin and eyes.
D. While inspecting the battery, take note of the condition of the positive terminal cap on the top cell. Come suppliers’ batteries are subject to vent damage if this cap is dented, and the battery should be replaced or serviced.

Note: The rechargeable battery contained in this product is recyclable. At the end of its useful life, under various country and state laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery in the municipal solid waste stream. Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal.

1. Contact the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corp. (RBRC), at (800) 8-BATTERY to learn how and where to recycle nickel-cadmium rechargeable batteries…and there are others you can contact as well: www.batteryrecycling.com, www.ehso.com/ehshome/batteries.php, and others.
2. Check with your local curbside recycling program to see whether you can recycle batteries with your other curbside recyclables. The RBRC has established curbside programs in some communities.
3. Recycle your batteries at the following retail stores: ACE Hardware, Black & Decker, Cellular One, Circuit City, Radio Shack and Sears. For the complete list of retail stores in your area that recycle batteries, refer to the toll-free number above.
4. Call the department of public works in your county to find out about recycling batteries. Also call (800) CLEANUP for state recycling information.