Replacing the Projection Lamp
CAUTION
•Potential hazard of glass particles if lamp ruptures. Please have Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center replace lamp if rupture occurs.
•Do not remove the lamp cage directly after operation of the projector. The lamp may be extremely hot. Wait at least one hour after the power cord is disconnected to allow the surface of the lamp cage to fully cool before removing the lamp cage.
It is recommended that the lamp be replaced after approximately 1,400 cumulative hours of use or when you notice a significant deterioration of the picture and color quality. Carefully change the lamp by following the steps below.
If the new lamp does not light after replacement, take your projector to the nearest Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center for repair. Purchase a replacement lamp unit (lamp cage/module) of the current type
IMPORTANT NOTE TO U.S. CUSTOMERS:
The lamp included with this projector is backed by a
Removing and installing the lamp unit
CAUTION
•Be sure to remove the lamp cage by the handle. Be sure not to touch the glass surface of the lamp cage or the inside of the projector.
•To avoid injury to yourself and damage to the lamp, be sure to carefully follow the steps below.
1 Turn off the power. | 2 cord.Disconnect the power | 3 cover.Remove the lamp cage |
Press ON/OFF on the projector | Unplug the power cord from the | Turn over the projector and |
or POWER on the remote | AC socket. | loosen the user service screws |
control. Wait until the cooling |
| that secure the lamp cage cover. |
fan stops. |
| Then lift open the cover in the |
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4 cage.Remove the lamp | 5 Insert the new lamp cage. | 6 cover.Attach the lamp cage |
Loosen the securing screws on | Press the lamp cage firmly into | Slide the lamp cage cover in the |
the lamp cage. Hold the lamp | the lamp cage compartment. | direction of the arrow. Then |
cage by the handle and pull it | Fasten the securing screws. | tighten the user service screws. |
towards you. |
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