Light Bulb Changer Kit Instructions

Think Safety First

Mr. LongArm bulb changers and bulb changing extension poles are non-conductive. That means they won’t conduct electricity as long as they are completely dry. Having said that you should always turn off your light switch before changing any bulb. Also, use safety goggles when changing light bulbs just in case one breaks while you are working with it.

Choose the Right Suction Cup Size

Our bulb changer kits fit classic shaped LED/incandescent, spotlight and floodlight bulbs. These kits come with one handle and three different sized cups. Typically the small red cup is for classic shaped bulbs, the medium blue cup is for spotlights and the large yellow cup is for floodlights and larger spotlight bulbs. To change cups simply pull the lock clip at the top of the handle out and the cup and pin will lift off the top of the handle. Now insert the desired cup size and replace the lock clip. Be sure not to lose the pin as it controls the suction when using the bulb changer.

Attach the Bulb Changer to an Extension Pole

Next you’ll want to attach the bulb changer handle to your extension pole. If you’ve purchased one of our non-conductive extension poles it will have a hole drilled through the threaded end to accept a lock clip. The lock clip keeps the handle from loosening during bulb removal. Just tighten down the bulb changer handle by screwing it on clockwise, making sure the hole in the bottom of the handle aligns with the hole in the threaded end on the pole and insert the lock clip.

If you don’t have one of our non-conductive poles just be sure to tighten down the handle by screwing it on clockwise, very firmly to avoid having it unscrew when removing light bulbs. Mr. LongArm’s heavy duty poles do have a lok-thread which will keep the bulb changer handle from loosening if it is firmly screwed down.

Remove a Light Bulb

Adjust your extension pole to the height needed to comfortably reach the bulb. Now make sure the inside of the cup is clean, we suggest wiping it down with a damp cloth. The moisture will also help you get a good suction on the bulb. Also make sure the pin is engaged so the hole in the cup is closed, otherwise you won’t be able to get suction on the bulb.

Align the bulb changer directly below the bulb and lift it up to the bulb and push to attain suction. Once you are sure you have good suction unscrew the light bulb by turning it to the left and carefully lower the bulb. To release the suction hold the bulb and cup and pull down on the handle, this will disengage the pin and the bulb will release.

Sometimes you may encounter a bulb that has corroded in place or one that has been over-tightened. You may have to remove those bulbs by hand. But you should be able to install the new bulb with your Mr. LongArm bulb changer.

Replace a Light Bulb

Now you’re ready to put the new bulb in place. Hold it in your hand and push the bulb changer up to it to attain suction. Next check to make sure its secure and raise the bulb up to the fixture. Screw the bulb in place by turning it to the right, don’t over-tighten. To release the suction pull down on the handle, this will disengage the pin and the bulb will release.

If you have additional questions about using our bulb changer kits you can contact Mr. LongArm’s Customer Service Department at  816-537-6777 or 1-800-821-3508. You can also use our Customer Contact form.

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