How Do I fix A Broken Bulb on my Underwater Fish Light?
Replacing a broken bulb from an Underwater Fish Light system is not as simple as swapping out a standard lightbulb. While the bulb itself can break in just a few seconds, replacing it involves a detailed and intricate process to ensure quality, durability, and safety. This is because every bulb in an Underwater Fish Light system is permanently sealed to the wire it is connected to, preventing easy replacement by screwing it in and out. Instead, if your bulb breaks, you’ll need to send the wire along with the broken bulb to the Underwater Fish Light manufacturing facility for professional repair and replacement.
To get your fish light running faster, we suggest simply purchasing a new Light Assembly. It includes a brand-new bulb and wire that can be attached to your light in minutes.
The bulb replacement process involves several steps, each crucial to maintaining the integrity of the system. To begin, the old housing that encased the broken bulb is removed from the wire and discarded. This housing is permanently bonded to the bulb, making it unusable once the bulb breaks. Without exception, the damaged housing must be removed and replaced as part of the process.
After the housing is discarded, the wire itself undergoes a thorough inspection. The purpose of this step is to determine if the wire can still be used with a new bulb. Any signs of damage, such as nicks, cuts, or deterioration, render the wire unsuitable for reuse. To check for such issues, technicians perform a specialized test. They submerge the wire underwater and pump air through it. If there are any flaws, such as small cuts or holes, air bubbles will rise to the surface, indicating damage. If bubbles appear, the affected section of the wire is deemed unusable and cannot be incorporated into the repair process. However, if the wire passes this rigorous test, it is approved for the next stage: attaching a new bulb.
The replacement bulb must be fitted into a new housing before it can be attached to the existing wire. Every housing is handcrafted by skilled technicians to ensure precision and quality. Additionally, each housing is hand-painted with a specialized bottom paint designed to repel barnacles and other marine growth, further enhancing its durability in aquatic environments. Once the housings are built, painted, and prepared, they are combined with the new bulb and connected to the inspected wire.
Connecting the bulb to the wire, however, is just the beginning of the sealing process. To guarantee that the new bulb and wire assembly are completely waterproof and durable, technicians apply a proprietary sealant by hand. This sealant is a closely guarded “secret recipe” unique to Underwater Fish Light, specially formulated to withstand prolonged exposure to harsh underwater environments. The sealant process ensures that the bulb remains watertight and protected against leaks, even when subjected to long-term use in challenging conditions.
Once the sealant is applied, the assembly is left to cure overnight. This curing period allows the sealant to fully bond and harden, ensuring a reliable, watertight seal that will stand up to the rigors of underwater use. After curing, the newly repaired and sealed bulb undergoes a series of final quality checks to confirm that it meets the company’s high standards. These checks include tests for water resistance, structural integrity, and overall functionality. Only after the bulb passes all these tests is it deemed ready to return to the customer.
The completed assembly is then carefully packaged and shipped back to you, ready to be installed in your waterway. Once in place, it will illuminate your surroundings, creating the vibrant underwater lighting effect that Underwater Fish Light systems are known for.
Although this multi-step replacement process may seem complex, it is designed with durability and performance in mind. The meticulous attention to detail ensures that the replacement bulb will function reliably, even in harsh underwater conditions. By sealing each bulb and wire assembly with a proprietary formula, handcrafting housings, and performing rigorous quality checks, Underwater Fish Light prioritizes the longevity and performance of its products.
So, while the inconvenience of sending your broken bulb and wire to the facility might feel like a hassle at first, the effort ensures a high-quality repair that upholds the exceptional standards of the Underwater Fish Light brand. This process allows you to enjoy a reliable and beautifully lit waterway night after night, confident that your lighting system is built to last.
