A corroded battery is harmful to a Maglite flashlight or any other electronic device. It can be reliable for low brightness or flickering issue and ruin the device quickly. But removing a corroded battery from a flashlight is not a difficult task.
Process of removing the corroded battery from the Maglite flashlight
Sometimes, removing a corroded battery can be more difficult than removing a good battery. It happens because the corroded parts of the batteries stick tightly to the device. As a result, you can not easily take them out. You must use some essential tools to take the batteries out in this situation.
- A flathead screwdriver.
- A small knife
- A drill
- A screw with the specific size
Step 01: Try to take out the batteries with a hand
If the problem is not serious, you can easily take out the batteries from the flashlight inside. Turn the tail cap of the device counterclockwise and open the inside access. Now, hold the battery with your hand and take it out.
Step 02: Use a flathead screwdriver
If it is impossible to remove the battery by hand, you can use a flathead screwdriver. Twist the battery with the screwdriver so that it comes out automatically. After that, turn the flashlight upside down and remove the battery.
Step 03: Drill a screw
When the battery is stuck badly, and there is no way to remove it, you should make a hole in the middle of the battery’s bottom. Now, insert a screw tightly with a screwdriver and pull the screw up. The battery will easily come out. Sometimes you may heat the screw before inserting it because it makes your process easier.
Step 04: Rub off the corrosion
Sometimes it may be hard to remove the corroded battery without removing the corrosion. So, you have to scrape away the corrosion and clean the corroded area of the battery in this way. A blade or sharp knife is appropriate to rub off the corroded area. Finally, you can pick up the battery with your hand.
Caution while removing the corroded batteries
The corroded parts are full of acid and other harmful chemicals. So, you must be careful while removing the battery.
You have to wear protective glasses on your eyes and gloves on your hands. Therefore, the materials may leak out of the batteries accidentally, but they cannot harm your body.
The acid leaked from a damaged battery may also have a harmful effect on other parts of the flashlight. When you remove the battery, you have to clean the related parts before installing a new one.
Take a soft cloth and clean the springs of the battery compartment. If you can see any other dirt inside the flashlight, clean it and then use the flashlight.
Conclusion
The corroded battery disposal is not so difficult if you have proper knowledge about the flashlight functions. So, you should check the flashlight user manual carefully before starting the process. Finally, the manual will help you follow all the essential tasks of using the flashlight so that the battery will not be damaged next time.