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Replacing the Lamp
When the lamp becomes dark or the picture colour is not normal or the lamp indicator 
on the set flashes, replace with a new lamp.
•Use the lamp
•Do not remove the lamp except when replacing it.
•Before replacing the lamp, turn off the power and disconnect the power cord.
•Replace the lamp after it becomes cool. The front glass of the lamp remains 100 °C (212 °F) and more even 30 minutes after the power is turned off.
•Do not place the removed lamp in proximity to children or flammable material.
•Do not get the removed lamp wet, or insert objects inside the lamp. It may cause the lamp to explode.
•Do not place near metal or easily flammable objects, as this may cause fire. Also, do not put your hand inside the lamp compartment, as you may be burned.
•Attach the new lamp firmly. If it is not firmly attached, the picture may become dark.
1Turn off the power and disconnect the power cord.
•If you start changing the lamp without disconnecting the power cord, the standby indicator 
on the set flashes. To continue changing the lamp, disconnect the power cord.
•Replace the lamp 30 minutes or more after the power is turned off.
Prepare the new lamp.
2Remove the front panel.
Remove the front panel without moving the set.
Grasping the right side of the front panel with your fingers, pull it forward. Be careful not to catch your fingernails.
3Loosen the screw with the object such as a coin and remove the lamp cover.
4Loosen two screws and pull out the lamp.
Loosen two screws with the supplied wrench.
Pull out the lamp by the handle.
The lamp is still too hot just after the power is turned off. Be careful that you don’t touch the front glass or surrounding area of the lamp or the glass of the lamp compartment.
5Attach the new lamp.
Replace the new lamp securely in the lamp receptacle and fasten the screws tightly.
6Attach the lamp cover.
Fasten the screw tightly with the object such as a coin.
7Attach the front panel.
Attach the front panel as it was.
Notes
•Do not touch or stain the front glass of the new lamp or the glass of the lamp compartment. If the glass become dirty, the picture quality may deteriorate or the lamp life may shorten.
•Attach the lamp cover firmly. If it is not firmly attached, the power will not turn on.
•When the lamp burns out, a noise is audible. This does not represent a damage.
•Consult your nearest Sony service center to obtain a new lamp.
•Always remember to dispose of used lamps in an evironmental friendly way.
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