Dell M409WX Projector - Manual (Page 35)

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 page 6.
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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