Safe Handling of Xenon (HID) Lamps

CAUTION:

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CAUTION: Never operate the ballast unit without a Xenon (HID) lamp, because dangerous voltage arcs may occur at the socket, which can cause damage (high voltage - potential for FATAL ACCIDENTS).

CAUTION: If a Xenon (HID) lamp is not handled correctly, there is risk of the bulb exploding and throwing shards into the air. Avoid personal injury.

• Switch off the light and allow the Xenon (HID) lamp to cool down before exchanging it. Leave switch off until the Xenon (HID) lamp has been exchanged.
• Wear safety goggles and gloves.
• The electrical connection between the worklight and ballast conducts high voltage; this connection may not be disconnected under any circumstances before the ballast has been separated from the vehicle harness.
• Hold the Xenon (HID) lamp only by its base. Keep the Xenon (HID) lamp away from oil; wear gloves to prevent contact with the glass. Before installing the glass bulb, carefully clean away fingerprints with a clean cloth and alcohol. Skin oil on the Xenon (HID) lamp can cause overheating and early failure.
• Do not operate Xenon (HID) lamp outside the housing. Xenon (HID) lamps have a high operating pressure and can explode and cause injuries if damaged.
• Do not use Xenon (HID) lamps that fell down or have scratches on the glass (danger of splintering).
• Do not drop or scratch the Xenon (HID) lamp. Keep away moisture.
• Place used Xenon (HID) lamp in the box of the new Xenon (HID) lamp and dispose of it properly. Keep out of the reach of children.
• In case the Xenon (HID) lamp breaks within a closed room (workshop) the room must be vacated and ventilated for at least 20 minutes to rule out health hazards due to the gases.