63 99... Safety instructions for handling bulbs/light sources (exterior lighting)

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WARNING: All headlight types, regardless of the type of light sources used, can be dangerous due to their blinding glare!

Do not look directly and for long periods of time into the light.

WARNING: Laser, LED and Xenon headlights in particular can be very dangerous due to their blinding glare:

Do not look directly and unprotected into the light.

WARNING: Xenon headlight: Mortal hazard due to high voltage!

Disconnect all components from voltage supply before removal.

Work on the entire xenon lighting system (igniter, control unit and xenon bulb) may only be carried out by qualified personnel.

WARNING: Halogen bulbs are under pressure:

To avoid injury, wear protective goggles and gloves.

IMPORTANT: To avoid short circuits:

Disconnect bulbs/light sources from the voltage supply before changing them (lighting system and ignition off).

Do not touch glass plungers with bare hands, as even the smallest amount of contamination will causing etching and reduce bulb service life.

Only touch light bulbs with clean gloves or a clean cloth.

Do not expose light bulbs to mechanical vibrations.

Use only recommended light bulbs.

Follow the light bulb manufacturer's notes without fail.