Does the charger burn and create smoke?
366409
Both of my chargers smell like electrical fire and are dirty, I threw them out and didn't plug them in.
366410
We've had this charger for about 3+\- months & have had no problems with it.
1426471
Randee, it WILL SPARK as you plug it into the wall outlet. Everytime. Yet not dangerously. I have the exact same issue, and used to disconnect my laptop from the adapter while plugging it into the wall. It hasn't 'yet' caused anything to go wrong. Just my hair... lolol
237129
Thanks for the info. I also like the unit. I've never seen smoke or even smelled anything close to burning. However, I don't leave my on 24/7...... only a couple of hours at a time, once or twice a day. I checked mine on their website and it is not affected by the recall. Here is the link www.greedehumidifierrecall.com
1011843
Unsure how many amps it draws, but yes, it does have a cig lighter charger and we used it for the first time today in our jeep, and it worked well.
1777333
I just recently bought my charger and used it for 12 hours at a time and my charger did not get hot. I was charging two devices. I would send it back and get a different one.
717322
Yes. This is due to the charge rate of the charger. Any batteries used will get hot. This is not a healthy practice because it reduces the life of the batteries. However I knew this when I did the purchase. I really wanted the DC charge option. I use a cheap Sanyo one at home. So I only use this charger if I am on the road or in a hurry at home. La Crosse has great chargers BUT you got to pay the extra dollar for them.
978729
Allen: after using this charger a few times I am disappointed in it. One of the charging stations actually heats up the battery and it starts to leak acid. I stopped using it all together. I was standing next to it and heard a pop after not relizing what it was it took a bit to open the charger and find this is what made the noise. This charges very well but that one station kills the battery. I'm sorry to say I am disappointed to say the least. To answer your querstion it has lights above each charging station and they go from red to green when the batteries ar charged.
1167802
No, I found that the smoke is minimal and really caused no problem. I enjoy using mine.
1489832
I don't think any harm was done I have done the same thing and not seen any change in the life of my battery. Also the charger takes a bit of time to fire up as you hear it winding up to full speed and I have just pull one off and stick another on nothing much has changed for me so far. Hope this helps guys.
275375
Mine started a fire in itself. Dangerous. I would not suggest getting this one
1124159
No, this is not normal. This model of charger is poorly designed and is overheating and melting its own case. It's a fire hazard and you should stop using it.
68649
It is not normal for the charger to spark on connecting. I would buy an inexpensive circuit tester and check those outlets. Just saw on TV news where there have been several fires from leaving Ipad, Ipod & cell phone adapters plugged in when not in use. If you can't find anything wrong have the charger checked by a Makita dealer. Call an electrition if you show anything wrong in the electrical test. Another thought, make sure you don't have the battery installed on the charger when you plug it in. Do that after words.
834804
I got 2 but the charger is a fire hazard. If you unplug it and leave the batteries in itGets very hot. Hot enough to melt plastic
378738
Apparently you did not bother to read the comment I posted. The unit I got caught on fire when it was plugged in. As in call the fire department smoke. It was returned. Good luck.
771659
Yes, it does spark when it works. And the only smell is the burning flesh of the insect. No, there is no danger of fire.
1243986
I have heard of people doing it with any charger, but it is dangerous and can easily cause a fire!! If you want to do it, do it outside in a safe place. You have to jolt it back to life with the NiMh or NiCd charge first, you have to get it above the dreaded 3amps. I have never done it but have friends who have, and yes they have burst one or two into flames!! I have also heard of them changing polarity, but have never seen that happen. I would highly recommend getting a laser temp gun to monitor the battery wile trying to get it back to 3amps. But like I said, THIS IS DANGEROUS AND IT IS BEST NOT TO TRY IT!! I have heard of people doing it with any charger, but it is dangerous and can easily cause a fire!! If you want to do it, do it outside in a safe place. You have to jolt it back to life with the NiMh or NiCd charge first, you have to get it above the dreaded 3amps. I have never done it but have friends who have, and yes they have burst one or two into flames!! I have also heard of them changing polarity, but have never seen that happen. I would highly recommend getting a laser temp gun to monitor the battery wile trying to get it back to 3amps. But like I said, THIS IS DANGEROUS AND IT IS... » Read More I have heard of people doing it with any charger, but it is dangerous and can easily cause a fire!! If you want to do it, do it outside in a safe place. You have to jolt it back to life with the NiMh or NiCd charge first, you have to get it above the dreaded 3amps. I have never done it but have friends who have, and yes they have burst one or two into flames!! I have also heard of them changing polarity, but have never seen that happen. I would highly recommend getting a laser temp gun to monitor the battery wile trying to get it back to 3amps. But like I said, THIS IS DANGEROUS AND IT IS BEST NOT TO TRY IT!! « Show Less
1379683
I wouldn't risk it... in my experiences, plugging a charger with stronger wattage into something can cause rather unfortunate problems