Changing the Lamp

The following message appears on the screen when your projector lamp is approaching end of life and requires to be changed:

Lamp is approaching the end of its useful life in full power operation. Replacement suggested. www.dell.com/lamps

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the Safety Instructions as described on page 6.

CAUTION: The lamp becomes very hot when in use. Do not attempt to replace the lamp until the projector has been allowed to cool down for at least 30 minutes.

CAUTION: Do not touch the lamp or the lamp glass at any time. Projector lamp is very fragile and may shatter if touched. The shattered glass pieces are sharp and can cause injury.

CAUTION: If the lamp shatters, remove all broken pieces from the projector and dispose or recycle according to state, local, or federal law. For more information, see www.dell.com/hg.

To replace the lamp:

1 Turn off the projector and disconnect the power cord.

2 Let the projector cool for at least 30 minutes.

3 Loosen the two screws that secure the lamp cover, and remove the cover. 4 Loosen the two screws that secure the lamp.

5 Pull the lamp up by its metal handle.

NOTE: Dell may require lamps replaced under warranty to be returned. Otherwise, dispose or recycle the lamp. For more information, see Lamp Disposal on page 36.

6 Replace with the new lamp.

7 Tighten the two screws that secure the lamp.

8 Replace the lamp cover and tighten the two screws.

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9 Reset the lamp usage time by

selecting Yes for Lamp Reset in the OSD Lamp menu. (See Lamp menu on page 25)

Troubleshooting Your Projector