I've had my Coleman Rechargeable Lantern 5312 for awhile now and it has never worked. I have charged it for over 24 hours, but when I turn the switch, the light only flickers very briefly. The nightlight is the only thing that works. Can you help?

Jim London

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• Posted on Mar 16, 2009

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Hi, First remove the knurl nut on the top. Remove the top and then the glass globe. There are several types of mantels most of which tie with a string that is part of the mantel top. The newer ones have a wire clip in place of the string. Which ever type you had on before you need to remove the old pieces completely. Since the mantles burn to an ash they will disintegrate when touched but if it had the metal clip you need to remove it. Tie or clip the new mantle over the lip on the output orifice being careful with the screen underneath. Replace the glass globe and top, put the nut back on finger tight. Remember that the mantel turns into ash when it burns for the first time so keep the gas low to start it till the mantle forms properly ( in the first minute) Good Luck, this should Fixya!

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You can find the bulbs you need at this link; http://www.bulbs.com/eSpec.aspx?ID=14393&Ref=Light+Bulbs%2c+Ballasts%2c+Fixtures+and+More&RefId=0

Carl Glas

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• Posted on Jul 21, 2010

SOURCE: Coleman rechargeable lantern: Charged overnight -

Check the battery with a volt meter to make sure you have the correct voltage. If not, replace battery. If correct voltage, bypass switch to determine if it is good or not. If not, replace. There really isn't much to go wrong on the lanterns except the bulb or battery.