(Solved) Removing a bayonet type lamp from Beseler 23CII

[Julie McLeod]

I need to replace the lamp on my used Beseler 23CII. It's the older one with the bayonet style lamp and I can't quite figure out how to remove it from the socket. Does anyone have any tips for me?

 

[AgX]

Push the bulb and then turn it anti-clockwise (about 15°? until there is a resistance, then let it go).

 

[Julie McLeod]

Push the bulb and then turn it anti-clockwise (about 15°? until there is a resistance, then let it go).

Thank you. There really doesn't seem to be any downward movement when I push. Should it go down very far?

 

[Leigh B]

The bulb moves a very small distance to the rear, but greater than zero.

Apply pressure inward, but not a whole lot as you may break the glass.

If it really does not move at all rearward, it may be corroded in the socket.

- Leigh

 

[Julie McLeod]

The bulb moves a very small distance to the rear, but greater than zero.

Apply pressure inward, but not a whole lot as you may break the glass.

If it really does not move at all rearward, it may be corroded in the socket.

- Leigh

Thank you. It has rotational play to begin with but I can't detect any movement on pushing it. If I rotate counterclockwise until it stops, pulling has no effect. If it's corroded, I suppose I have to replace the socket and lamp which seems like it would involve splicing the wiring somehow. I'm no electrician!

 

[AgX]

Basically this is what all those sockets look like:

 

[Julie McLeod]

Basically this is what all those sockets look like:

That's useful. So, if the bulb is having play without being able to push, then maybe it's really already rotating on that horizontal slot. I'll try some more and ask my husband to have a go at it too. Thanks.

 

[Julie McLeod]

Got it!!!! Thank you so much Agx and Leigh. I'm not quite sure why it worked eventually but it doesn't appear corroded. I've ordered replacement lamps so will be good to go soon...

 

[bdial]

A bit if dielectric grease on the new bulb may help in getting it out the next time you need to change. It's available in auto parts stores. Often they have little one-use packets, or else it comes in tubes. No need to slather it on, just a very light coat (barely visible) around the outside of the base. It helps prevent corrosion and will allow the bulb to twist out easier for changing.

 

[Julie McLeod]

A bit if dielectric grease on the new bulb may help in getting it out the next time you need to change. It's available in auto parts stores. Often they have little one-use packets, or else it comes in tubes. No need to slather it on, just a very light coat (barely visible) around the outside of the base. It helps prevent corrosion and will allow the bulb to twist out easier for changing.

Sounds like a good idea. Is it this stuff? https://www.permatex.com/products/l...ricants/permatex-dielectric-tune-up-grease-4/

 

[bdial]

Yes, that's the stuff.

 

[Julie McLeod]

Yes, that's the stuff.

Super. Thanks for the advice!