Philips LCD PROJECTOR - Manual (Page 54)

R eplacing T he L amp
T he lamp used as the Нфг source in your
Projector will eventually have to be replaced.
Shordy after 2,000 hours of viewing, you will see a
warning display on your screen:
FOR BEST PERFORMANCE
PLEASE REPLACE LAMP.
RESET OPERATING HOURS TIMER
When you see this warning, the lamp should be
replaced as soon as possible to restore brightness
and to avoid sudden bum-out.
Remember. A spare lamp can be
stored in a special compartment concealed
behind the front grille. It is advisable to
purchase a spare lamp. This will minimize
possible loss of viewing time.
BEGIN
Switch off your Projector and unplug
the power line.
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Wait for the lamp to cool. THIS IS
IMPORTANT. In operation the lamp runs
very hot. You can bum yourself severely if you
handle the lamp when it is hot.
Ф: Press the grille catch on the side of
the Projector to release the front grille. Lift the
grille completely off.
Pull off the lamp base connector.
Take the spare lamp out of the compartment or
box and remove the plastic bag. Hold the lamp
by its base, using your right hand; DO NOT
TOUCH THE GLASS.
Using the thumb and forefinger of
your left hand, press the lamp spring clips
together and swing the clip assembly up and
over to the right. Lift out the old lamp and
discard it by putting it in the trash can. DO
NOT put it in a fire.
If you see broken glass inside the Projector do
not continue. Call your serviceman who will
take the required action.
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’ Insert the new lamp, making sure that
the flat part of the base is positioned as shown
in the diagram.
FOR BEST
PERFORMANCE
PLEASE REPLACE LAMP
RESET OPERATING HOURS TIMER
SEE USER MANUAL
LAMP Screen
Front of Projector
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