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What should I do if I lost my Kindle charger?

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You can use a phone micro USB charger, as long as it is 4.9V or 5V. Just read the "OUTPUT" information on the charger.

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I charged my kindle yesterday and saw that it was 80% charged. It still has not reached full charge! What can I do?

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You may have a slow charger, or apps and your WiFi may be draining the battery. Try a different charger, or try shutting down your Kindle before charging.

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I have an old, basic Kindle with a 3.5"x 5" (6"diagonal) screen. Do I need a special charger?

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Purchase a micro USB power adapter online. You can purchase an official Amazon USB charger, or get a third-party US or EU power adapter. Some Kindles, such as the Kindle Fire, come with both a micro USB cable and an A/C power adapter.

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What voltage is required from a wall charger for my Kindle?

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The required voltage is 5V DC. The original charger is 0.85A, but higher amperage works as well and will charge the Kindle faster.

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Can you use a 5s charger with a Kindle?

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No. Apple's patented Lightning cable will not work on Amazon's Kindle. Do not try using a 5s charger on your Kindle or you could risk breaking it.

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Will a portable charger actually charge a Kindle Fire?

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If you have the right cord, then yes, it will. As long as the end of the cord matches up with the end where you plug it into the Kindle Fire, it should work.

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How much does it cost to charge my Kindle?

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That depends on your electric company but generally, charging a Kindle is very inexpensive because it does not require much electricity.

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Can I use my smart phone charger to charge my Kindle?

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That depends on whether the port on the Kindle fits the charger, and if the voltage requirements are the same.

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How long will my Kindle hold its charge if it is unused?

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It depends on the model, but the charge should hold for four to eight weeks if the device is unused,

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What do I do if the charger for my Kindle Fire has stopped working?

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You can use a different charger, though it does not need to specifically be one for the Fire. Several types of chargers will work.

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What do I do if my Kindle will not charge? It wasn't used for many months. The yellow light comes on when it is plugged in, but there is an image of a large empty battery in the middle of a blank screen.

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Press and hold the on button, it should flash and then the Kindle will start up again, provided it is still connected to the charger.

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I have had my Kindle charging for 4 hours and it is only 40%, charged from about 12%. What is wrong?

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Your Kindle might have a glitch. You might want to contact Amazon Services, or go to a tech department if it still is not charging properly.

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Can I charge my Kindle on 220v?

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Yes, you can Charge it on a 220v without any problem, as long as you have the correct charger.

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The charging point is broken. Can I use the 2nd smaller port with a smaller charger?

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No. There is nothing you can do if the charging point is broken. You will have to get a new Kindle.

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How long does it take to fully charge a Kindle?

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It usually depends what model of Kindle you have, but the maximum is usually 24 hours if you have a poor electrical flow while charging it.

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What do I do if my charger cable is too large to plug into my Kindle?

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That means you either have the wrong charger (perhaps for a different Kindle model) or you're trying to plug in the wrong end of the cable.

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Does a computer need to be turned on to charge a Kindle?

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That depends, but in general it's possible. In the BIOS or EFI-Setting of your computer there may be an option to activate the voltage on your computer's USB-Ports, even when it's shut down. Maybe that setting is already activated, but maybe it isn't; you'll need to check.

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Can the Kindle charger be used by plugging into a 220V outlet?

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Yes, with the proper charger. Most chargers work on both 110 and 220 volt wall voltages, but check the label on the charger to be sure.

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I have an older red Amazon Kindle Fire (about 4 years old. I bought a charger and USB line, 2 different sizes, for my recharger was lost. Neither fit. There is no model number on the Amazon device.

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Normally, Amazon uses the same charger plug in type. Try flipping it around to see if it works the other way. If not, you'll need to contact Amazon or other relevant retailer and ask them.

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When I plug in my Kindle Paperwhite, battery low (not off) - the amber light comes on but won't stay. I press the button - sometimes it works, other times it doesn't.

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There could be something inside the USB port (such as a cracker crumb or dust). Try to get it out with a small pin if you see any or kind of shake it to get the piece out. If that doesn’t work, contact Amazon. They may ask you to mail it in.

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Can I set my Kindle so it won't turn on when I plug it in to charge?

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Just turn it off again when it turns on, or turn the power off by pressing and holding the off button.

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My Kindle is not charging. Tried all the usual fixes but it’s dead. What should I do?

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Try to get a new cable and see if that helps. If not, take it to your Kindle retailer to see if they can fix it or give you a new one.

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Does the Kindle need to be on to charge? I tried charging it overnight once with it off, and nothing happened.

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No, it does not need to be on to charge. Perhaps something is wrong with your Kindle's charger. If so, purchase a new one or contact your retailer for a new one if under warranty still.

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I have a ! on my Kindle screen, after trying to charge it overnight. What does this mean?

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It means that your Kindle is out of battery. Check that your kindle is plugged in and that you have been using the right charger. If it still isn’t charging, contact the seller.

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Can I read my Kindle while I am charging it through my laptop USB?

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If the charger is charging your Kindle quicker than you are draining the battery, you can read it.

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