Handling HID Light Bulbs Safely

causym CAUTION: Handling a bulb improperly could cause it to shatter into flying fragments. To avoid possible injury:

  • High voltage is conducted by electrical connection between worklights and ballast unit; this connection must never be broken.

  • Handle bulb by its base. Keep bulb oil free; wear gloves to avoid touching glass. Use a clean cloth and alcohol to remove any fingerprints from the glass bulb before installing. Skin oil deposited on bulb will cause overheating and premature failure.

  • Do not operate bulb outside of enclosure. When operating HID bulbs have high internal pressure and if cracked or broken could explode and cause injury.

  • Turn light switch off and allow bulbs to cool before changing. Leave switch off until bulb change is done.

  • Wear eye protection.

  • Do not drop or scratch bulb. Keep moisture away.

  • Place used bulb in the new bulb's carton and dispose of properly. Keep out of reach of children.

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