GE Lamps - Manual (Page 91)

GE LIGHTING - ENTERTAINMENT LIGHTING CATALOGUE 89
Health and safety guide
Special Precautions for Quartz Halogen and Discharge Lamps
1 To avoid any possibility of electrical shock, disconnect the equipment from the power supply before
removing and/or replacing the lamp or fuse.
2
Articles fabricated from quartz or glass are inherently fragile and there is a remote possibility of a lamp
shattering violently if subjected to mechanical/thermal shock or abrasion. Inserting the lamp into the holder, by
holding the bulb, could cause mechanical breakage of the envelope and/or seal. For your safety install by
holding the lamp cap and use eye protection where appropriate.
3
Oils/grease or handling of the quartz envelopes may contaminate the surface on operation and reduce
performance. If the quartz is handled, clean before operation with a lint free cloth moistened with
alcohol or Methylated Spirit.
4
Avoid improper operation of the lamp, e.g. at over voltage, in equipment (or at burning angles) not
designed for the lamp type or rating. Operate in series with a quick acting, high breaking capacity fuse of
suitable rating. Non-observation of these points may damage the lamp or equipment.
5
In operation,
a) lamps develop a high internal pressure and could shatter.
b) lamps develop a high surface temperature.
c) direct exposure may cause ultra-violet irritation to skin and eyes.
The use of glass or other UV filters is advised if the lamp is used in close proximity or for a prolonged period.
When reflectors are used to concentrate the light the safe exposure period will be reduced. Appropriate
screening for people and surroundings must be provided. Avoid operation in proximity to combustibles. Allow
to cool before attempting replacement.
6
Life expired lamps should be broken in a suitable robust container, or wrapping, to retain flying fragments.
There is a toxic content in the fill gas and larger quantities should only be broken in a well ventilated area.
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