User’s Guide

Maintenance

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This section describes maintenance tasks such as cleaning the projector and replacing consumable parts.

Cleaning

You should clean the projector if it becomes dirty or if the quality of projected images starts to deteriorate.

CAUTION

Be sure to read the separate Safety Instructions/World-Wide Warranty Terms before cleaning.

Cleaning the Projector's Surface

Clean the projector's surface by wiping it gently with a soft cloth. If the projector is particularly dirty, moisten the cloth with water containing a small amount of neutral detergent, and then firmly wring the cloth dry before using it to wipe the projector's surface. Then wipe it again with a soft, dry cloth.

CAUTION

Do not use volatile substances such as wax, alcohol or thinner to clean the projector's surface. These can cause the projector to warp and make the coating finish peel off.

Cleaning the Lens

Use a commercially-available air blower, or use a lens cleaning paper to gently wipe the lens.

Cleaning the Air Filters and Air Intake Vent

If dust collects on the air filter or the air outlet, it can cause the internal temperature of the projector to rise, and this can lead to problems with operation and shortening of the optical engine's service life.

It is recommended that you clean these parts at least once every three months. Clean them more often than this if using the projector in particularly dusty environments.

TIP

If the air filters are broken or if the warning message reappears after they have been cleaned, they should be replaced. Replace with a new air filter. See "Replacing the Air Filter". sp.104

CAUTION

Do not rub the lens with harsh materials or subject the lens to shocks, as it can easily become damaged.