How to replace spectrum tubes
Follow the directions below to replace your spectrum tube
Tools & items you'll need: replacement tube
- Power off the BioCharger
- Flip the power switch on the back to OFF.
- Unplug the unit from the wall for extra safety.
- Remove the Arc Rod or Nylon Screw
- Unscrew either the black nylon screw or the arc rod that secures the top assembly. Place to the side.
- Remove the white top lid/cover
- Lift the white lid straight up and set it aside.
- Remove the large plexiglass hexagonal enclosure
- Carefully lift off the plexiglass hexagonal enclosure and set it aside.
- Remove the old tube
- Gently lift out the tube that needs replacing.
- Install the new tube
- Carefully place the new tube into the same position, aligning it the same way the old one sat.
- Reassemble the enclosure
- Put the plexiglass hexagonal enclosure back in place over everything.
- Replace the white top lid/cover
- Lower the white top lid/cover back into position.
- Reinstall the Arc Rod or Nylon Screw
- Reinsert and tighten the black nylon screw or arc rod you removed earlier. Don’t over tighten.
- Final checks & power on
- Make sure everything is seated correctly.
- Plug the BioCharger back in and power it on. Confirm the unit powers up normally and the new tube behaves as expected.
- Clean up & dispose
- Dispose of the old tube safely (fragile — treat as glass).
To guide you through the process, here is a demonstration video on how to replace the spectrum tubes. You can skip to 1:30 in the video for the relevant section: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MmiuJueKBNk