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Author Topic: LED Light replacement for the flourescent in an H81D  (Read 2516 times)
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« on: November 23, 2019, 09:44:16 am »

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Has anybody ever changed out their fluorescent bulb in an H81D? If it's even possible to do so, I'd like to hear the Pros & Cons of doing so.
Thanks in advance!
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« Reply #1 on: November 23, 2019, 04:25:41 pm »

Yes. Just google the part number on the bulb and search for an LED replacement. I don't remember the bulb code off the top of my head, but there are LED bulbs in the same form factor. As far as Pros/Cons, same with any other LED replacement - more energy-efficient, lasts longer, more rugged (solid state), etc. Only con would be price as they're more expensive.
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« Reply #2 on: November 24, 2019, 12:35:26 am »

You will have to slide out the piece of frosted glass inside the bottle door frame .  There is a small bracket that holds the glass in place, simply loosen the door liner screws on both sides.  Should be a FT13 T8 bulb for home use a standard bulb compared to LED might not be worth it.  The standard bulb is at any local box store for under $10.

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« Reply #3 on: December 14, 2019, 08:34:20 am »

Thanks everyone for your help. The glass lens was stuck (I'm sure due to old sticky soda pop). After I wiped down the area with hot warm soapy water, the lens slid up & down perfectly. I did a like for like florescent bulb at this time. 
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