Replacing the Lamp

The life span of the lamp is about 3000 hours if the Color Mode is consistently set to Theatre Black, and 2000 hours if any other Color Mode is used. You can check how long the lamp has been used, as described on page 23. If the number shown is close to the limit, make sure you have a spare lamp handy.

Note: Lamp life results vary depending on environmental conditions and usage. Turn the projector off when not in use. Continuous 24-hour-a-day use may reduce the overall life of the product.

It’s time to replace the lamp when:

■ The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate.

■The projector’s warning light flashes red at half second

intervals.

■ The message Replace the lamp appears on the screen

when you start projecting.

Warning light

Contact an authorized Epson reseller at 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Request part number ELPLP33. In Canada, please call (800) 463-7766 for reseller referral.

Be sure to read the “Important Safety Information” on page 42 before replacing the lamp.

Follow these steps to replace the lamp:

1.Turn off the projector and wait for the P power light to stop flashing.

2.Unplug the power cord and any cables.

3.If the projector has been on, let it cool for at least an hour.

Warning: Let the lamp cool before replacing it. If the lamp breaks, handle the shards carefully to avoid injury. If your projector is mounted on the ceiling, take it down before beginning this procedure.

4. Insert a small screwdriver into the lamp cover release slot, pushing it in gently to release the lamp cover.

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