I love my Prodigy v3. The only problem I have had is that my batteries are getting dented. I'm using two Tenergy LiFePO4 rcr123a batts. How do I fix this?
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Batteries getting dented
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Some people have recommended turning the batteries around with the positive end towards the switch.
For me, the best solution was to switch to AW LiFePO4s. They are more consistent in quality than the Tenergys and don't seem to dent.
For me, the best solution was to switch to AW LiFePO4s. They are more consistent in quality than the Tenergys and don't seem to dent.
Try inserting the flat washer into the bottom of the switch. Denting= pressing the button too hard for contact. Are you on the first V3 switch with the stainless screw, or did you upgrade to the brass?
drum of ny...I have been using tenergy's without problems that you speak of. Then again, I have female hands with "issues" so clamping on the button hard is impossible for me. I hope you get it straightened out though. I love my Prodigy due to the ease of the button.
I have the v3.1 with the brass screw. Do I put the washer between the black plastic and the switch? As apposed to the head of the screw and the black plastic.
By the way, I love my prodigy and I understand that there is a learning curve with anything. I'm sure I'll figure this out with a little help.
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the plastic piece on the switch is actually 2 pieces. The smaller cylindrical piece can be removed. Grasp the top piece, remove, insert the flat washer, and reinstall the cylindrical piece of delrin. Then screw back down & you should be good to go!
the plastic piece on the switch is actually 2 pieces. The smaller cylindrical piece can be removed. Grasp the top piece, remove, insert the flat washer, and reinstall the cylindrical piece of delrin. Then screw back down & you should be good to go!
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When batteries get dented (most inevitably do) you need to add length to the switch to make better contact. I would limit the amount of washers at 2. If they continue to get dented even worse, it will be time for a new set of batteries. Once you do get a new set of batteries, drop it back down to 1 washer Also ... Try and take it easy when pushing in the button. The button can take all the abuse you can give it, but the batteries can't
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It seems to be firing fine now, but I'll keep that in mind for the future. Who knew my pinky could be so powerful. I'll keep an eye on these batts and see what happens when I throw some new ones in.
In all honesty. I wish you'd start carrying the light spring for the icon. That's the only thing that has kept me from buying one.
We have quite a few light springs for the ICON. If you'd like one, you can order and request it
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