How to Load Batteries in a Maglite

Insert the batteries in your Maglite.

Battery sizes for Maglite flashlights depend upon the Maglite model that you own. Maglite flashlights can require LED, Krypton, D batteries or Halogen batteries to name a few examples. Read the instructions for your personal Maglite to find the exact battery size needed for your model.

Things You'll Need

• Maglite
• Batteries (to fit your Maglite model number)

Instructions

1. Hold the Maglite firmly in one hand, while holding the Maglite over a surface, such as a table or a desk.

2. Unscrew the end cap off and place it onto the desk.

3. Allow the batteries to slide out into your hand or onto the table.

4. Notice the positive end of the battery is marked with a "+" and the negative end of the battery is marked with a "-" when inserting the batteries into the shaft.

5. Place each battery into the shaft with the positve end first, one at a time. Screw the cap back onto the end of the Maglite tightly. Turn it on to test the working capability of the batteries.

Tips & Warnings

• Do not attempt to try to dislodge batteries that are stuck inside of your Maglite, especially batteries that could be stuck due to leaking or damaged batteries.

References

• Maglite: About Flashlights
• Maglite: Home
• Maglite: Warranty Service Centers

Resources

• Maglite: The Mag Instrument Story
• Maglite: Mag Instrument's Commitment to U.S.-Based Manufacturing