I know Rayovac will replace your batteries ;-) Not sure about Princeton.
Yeah, never leave batts inside your lights when not in use.
On Thu, Dec 4, 2014 at 11:56 PM, Mallory via Texascavers
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Does anyone know if Princeton tecs warranty is rendered null and void
Mallory,
I have successfully replaced PT lights that were damaged by battery leakage,
though I think I tried to clean them up first to see if that revived them.
Sometimes if the corrosion isn't too bad, they will work again if you're
persistent with a Q-tip, some toothpicks and some rubbing
I can't speak directly to the corrosion warranty problem but I can tell you
that they have been cooperative in sending replacement parts for the poorly
engineered and prone to crack battery compartment doors on their *FUEL*
headlamps. Call 1-800-257-9080 and talk to them about your problem. I
Doesn't hurt to try.
--
Lyndon Tiu
On Dec 4, 2014 11:56 PM, Mallory via Texascavers
texascavers@texascavers.com wrote:
Does anyone know if Princeton tecs warranty is rendered null and void if
there's evidence of corrosion inside the battery pack? I apparently put
rayovac brand batteries in
I never call Princeton Tec. I just mail the broken lights in.
Unfortunately, the lights break *a lot*. Fortunately, they've replaced
every single one without question.
Dale
On Fri, Dec 5, 2014 at 8:44 AM, Lyndon Tiu via Texascavers
texascavers@texascavers.com wrote:
Doesn't hurt to try.
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I have successfully removed corrosion with vinegar by dismantling and soaking.
Not PT per se, but on a couple of lost cause lights.
--Don
On Dec 5, 2014, at 7:53 AM, Diana Tomchick via Texascavers
texascavers@texascavers.com wrote:
Mallory,
I have successfully replaced PT lights that
A word of caution when using acids around circuit boards and connections. Acids
can promote corrosion. Rinse with a baking soda solution to neutralize the
acid.
Some people use a silicone RTV in their caving lights and flashes. Smell it
first. If it has a smell of vinegar (Acetic Acid) do
Agreed. I was speaking specifically about battery connections and springs,
which I pull out completely and soak, then rinse. I've resurrected several lost
causes this way.
--Don
On Dec 5, 2014, at 12:11 PM, Steve's IPhone via Texascavers
texascavers@texascavers.com wrote:
A word of
What's the difference between this stuff and Dielectric grease?
--Don
On Dec 5, 2014, at 12:11 PM, Steve's IPhone via Texascavers
texascavers@texascavers.com wrote:
Personally I use a thin coating of silicone grease also made by Dow Corning,
called Compound 4. It keeps corrosion from
I am not sure, but I would imagine the viscosity would be a consideration.
Purity compared to broad category of dielectric greases might be another
factor.
OTOH *anything* is better than corrosion! ;-)
On Dec 5, 2014, at 12:29 PM, Don Arburn via Texascavers
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