Troubleshooting Your Projector 35
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 page6.
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 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 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.
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