United States About Energizer Power Lighting Responsibility Promotions Flashlight Care About Flashlights How do Flashlights Work? Flashlight History Flashlight Care Flashlight Do’s and Don’ts Does storing a battery in the refrigerator help extend its life? Learn some helpful tips on the best way to store, handle and care for your batteries, whether at home or on the road. DO store your flashlight in a dry, cool location that's convenient and easy to reach in an emergency or power outage. DO replace the batteries in your flashlight or lantern every few months if it isn't used for extended periods of time. This insures that it has fresh, working batteries and prevents battery leakage. DO keep flashlights stored in multiple locations in your house and car – in a cabinet or drawer, near all beds, and in your glove compartment – in case of emergencies. DO keep a fresh package of Energizer® batteries next to your flashlight. Families often find that batteries haven't been replaced frequently or that children have removed the batteries to use in games. Keeping an unopened package of batteries where you store your flashlight gives you peace of mind that you'll never be left in the dark. Don'ts DON'T store your flashlight in high temperatures. This could accelerate defects in your flashlight, including possible battery leakage. DON'T leave your flashlight under the seat in your car, or in direct sunlight. Power Lighting Responsibility Promotions Bunny Center Science Center About Energizer About Energizer Technical Info Media Center Career Center Privacy Policy Legal Contact Us Site Map © 2000-2015 Energizer Energizer, Energizer Bunny design and other marks are trademarks of Energizer. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

United States About Energizer Power Lighting Responsibility Promotions About Batteries About Batteries How Do Batteries Work? Battery History Battery Care Battery Leakage FAQ You know batteries power your favorite gadgets and toys, but do you know how they do it? Learn some fun facts about batteries and flashlights – how they work, their history, how to take care of them – and visit our Science Center to experiment with our do-it-yourself science projects. Power Lighting Responsibility Promotions Bunny Center Science Center About Energizer About Energizer Technical Info Media Center Career Center Privacy Policy Legal Contact Us Site Map © 2000-2015 Energizer Energizer, Energizer Bunny design and other marks are trademarks of Energizer. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.