Step 1
Disassemble your lamp completely, removing any bits of used carbide. Rinse the lamp assembly with distilled water or clean tap water to remove any debris.
Step 2
Isolate the burner tip from the lamp and visually inspect it for blockages.
Step 3
Remove any blockages with a special tip reamer made for cleaning carbide lamps. If you do not have one available, you can use a soft wire brush that is the appropriate size.
Step 4
Scrub all parts of the lamp under warm running water with a toothbrush to remove any built-up soot inside the lamp.
Step 5
Rinse and scrub the retainer and filter plate with the toothbrush.
Step 6
Inspect the drip mechanism, gas tube and inside threads to make sure there are no lime deposits. If there are, scrub the area with a 50:50 mixture of water and white vinegar. Rinse the items again with warm water.
Step 7
Place the parts of the lamp on a clean towel to air dry. Reassemble the lamp once it has fully dried.