X-Cite
®
Guide
3.2 General tips to help maximize lamp lifetime
Each time the lamp is ignited, the stress on the lamp effectively decreases lamp life by
1.
5 hours, therefore it is recommended to avoid shutting down the unit during lunch or
short breaks or between users, if being used in a multi-user lab
After lamp ignition, avoid turning the lamp off until it has run for a minimum of 20
2.
minutes
Avoid attempting to strike a hot lamp (note: the X-Cite®’s Intelli-Lamp® will prevent this)
3.
Avoid unnecessary movement and jarring of the lamp, especially when it is in
4.
operation or hot
When changing a lamp:
5.
Handle the lamp only by the ceramic areas
a.
Never touch the glass envelope of the bulb (inner stem), the inner surface, or
b.
the outer surface of the reflector. If touched, carefully clean the envelope with
alcohol. Skin oils can etch the glass and cause premature bulb failure
Wear cotton gloves or powder free latex/nitrile gloves when handling any lamp
c.
Ensure that air filters are kept clear of dust and debris – even a partially blocked filter
6.
can reduce lamp lifetime to approximately 25% of what is normally expected.
