GoalZero lantern failing (I use this in my T@B)

TerryV6

So, we do our camping in our beloved 2016 T@B max s.  This is a question about a side item that we use inside to help maintain our camper battery levels.  So:

My NetZero Lighthouse 250 lantern has always worked well. I know that when charging, the lights blink and indicate charging and state of charge.  The lantern still provides light in either mode, but all 4 lights blink rapidly all the time, and I’m not charging the unit and it is turned off. The lantern still provides bright light. What could this mean? Is the battery starting to fail? If so, is it replaceable?  I checked the company community forum and had to clear away cobwebs to enter.  I’m hoping just for anyone with knowledge on this type of equipment can tell us to, fix it or ditch and replace… 

fstop32

@TerryV6, I can't help with the GoalZero 250 issue but can suggest an option that has worked well for us.  I have a GoalZero Crushlight that is really compact and charge off a puck or solar.  I got it for backpacking but quickly realized the solar option is less than optimal.  But in the camper it's great as I can charge it whenever it needs it.  My other option is a Luci Light.  I have several and they work great and charge easily with the solar cell during the day.

TerryV6

Thanks Dave, I’ll check out those options.

Denny16

Terry, You might want to contact Yeti Goal Zero about the light issue, you might get a replacement or ?  I have several Goal Zero lights, and have not had any issues with them, including the small LightHouse light.  They are nice as supplementary lights, and use the LightHouse as a table light instead of the bright overhead light on the TaB400.

Cheers 

pthomas745

I found this on an Amazon review of what appears to be a slightly larger light.  I want to like these things, but when ever I see "battery cannot be replaced" it stops me from buying them.  I understand how nice they are, though.

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Hi there, unfortunately the battery in the Lighthouse 400 is not replaceable. Feel free to reach out to our customer support team at support@goalzero.com or 888-794-6250 if you need any additional assistance. **Please note, we cannot respond to additional questions or comments on Amazon Answers. Please direct your questions to customer support. Thanks!

GOAL ZERO SUPPORT

Manufacturer · March 19, 2019

TerryV6

Well, the light is 4 years old and still chugs along.  I was on the GZ site and left a message in their forum.  I think I’ll get the message that pthomas shared.  So, It is bright, holds a charge and I suspect it it will charge back up.  It is just those blinking lights.  I fixed that with a small piece of electrical tape.  We are REI members and just got a $20 card from them, so I think my wife is on her way out there…. Thanks for all of your input.