Oils from your hands can weaken the bulb, shorten its life span and possibly even cause it to burst when it is turned on.
Dip the end of a small, lint-free cloth in rubbing alcohol.
Wipe the glass portion of the bulb with the cloth.
Wipe the bulb with a dry, lint-free cloth. Make sure the bulb is dry before installing it.
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