I also found there seemed to be vast differences in the batteries in the
FR-200 radios when first purchased. Yes, I purchased several at one
time for gifts a couple of years back. I could crank for a minute or so
and turn the light on to test the life of the batteries. Some would not
even charge if the light was left on. It was using the current about as
fast as I was replacing it.

Therefore, you may want to test the unit's battery condition (in the
store preferably - where they have several FR200's in stock) as soon as
possible and if it is not satisfactory you may wish to return that one
and then buy another.

The request about the LED replacement for the bulb is a great idea. If
anyone learns of one let us all know.

Al

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Diverd4777 wrote:

In article ,
(Arnie Coro) writes:


At the moment the radio works from the external power input at 4.5 volts,
and when using 3 AA batteries, but it only plays for a few seconds
after cranking the Bayliss crank-up DC generator for long periods.
Have someone on the list experienced similar problems ?


Yes, try new batteries first..

The rechargable ones eventually wear out.