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Bulb Eater® Manual
Troubleshooting the Bulb Eater
®
Carefully following the instructions and guidelines in this manual is the best way to keep your Bulb Eater
®
working properly. However, should you encounter problems, this guide will help you resolve issues that
occasionally arise during normal use of the Bulb Eater
®
. If you are experiencing a problem that is not
addressed here or if your problem persists after following these suggested procedures, do not hesitate to
contact us at 800.909.9709 or
for further assistance.
General Use
Bulb Eater
®
runs with low suction or is overheating
Low suction and overheating can be an indication that your 1st stage bag filter or 2nd stage HEPA filters need
to be changed. In ideal conditions, crushing clean bulbs, 1st stage bag filters should be changed a minimum of
twice per full drum of crushed lamps and the 2nd stage HEPA filters, every 10 drums. However, dirty bulbs and
various environmental conditions can cause filters to fill more quickly.
1. Replace the 1st stage bag filter (instructions can be found in the Maintenance & Troubleshooting section)
2. If the problem persists, replace the 2nd stage HEPA filter.
Control Panel Lights
“
Power” light does not illuminate when machine is plugged in and is operating
If your Bulb Eater
®
functions normally when plugged in but the power light does not illuminate, you likely have a
faulty light. The Bulb Eater
®
will function properly with a faulty power light; you can continue using The Bulb
Eater
with no changes.
“Lid Open” light is on when the Bulb Eater
®
properly secured to drum
The lid open sensor is a safety shut off to prevent the operation of the machine if it is not installed on a drum.
If the light is lit when the lid is installed properly:
• If your machine has a white sensor block (found on the underside of the Bulb Eater
lid)
– Follow the
instructions found on page 11.
• If your machine has a black sensor block – Remove the set screw retaining the sensor and with a small
screwdriver set, slide the sensor out so it is flush with the end of the block. Then reinstall the set screw to
lightly hold the sensor in place.
FIG. 2
FIG. 3
FIG. 1
