cree headlamp

[Muskyman22808]

I just recieved my 5W cree q5 headlamp with the 18650, 2400mah batteries and charger from china. Can anyone else who has one of these tell me a couple things. I need to know if the batteries are protected, if the charger shuts off by itself and how long to charge the batteries for the first time. The light came with absolutely no instructions or information. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

 

[wormy]

Did you get the charger that holds two batteries and plugs in the wall? Mine was. If so it has a light on it that is red while the batteries are chargeing. It takes 3-4 hours and the light should turn to green when chargeing is complete. When light turns green chargeing stops, protecting the battery. Fully charged batts should be 3.7v, I think.

 

[Muskyman22808]

Thats exactly what I needed to know. Thanks

 

[smilinIB]

Stay alert to the polarity of the batteries, they're easier to put in backwards than most.