Changing the Lamp
The following message appears on the screen when your projector lamp is approaching its end of life and needs to be changed:
Lamp is approaching the end of its useful life in full power operation. Replacement suggested! Visit www.dell.com/lamps
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the Safety Instructions as described on page 7.
To replace the lamp:
1 Turn off the projector and disconnect the power cable.
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.
2 Let the projector cool for at least 30 minutes.
3 Loosen the two screws that secure the lamp cover, and remove the cover.
CAUTION: Do not touch the projector lamp or the lamp glass at any time. Projector lamps are very fragile and may shatter if touched.
CAUTION: If the lamp shatters, remove all the broken pieces from the projector and dispose or recycle according to state, local, or federal law. For more information see - www.dell.com/hg.
4 Loosen the two screws that secure the lamp.
5 Pull the lamp up by its metal handle.
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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