Panasonic PT-AE1000 - Manual (Page 21)

TEMP and LAMP Indicators
It a problem should occur with the projector, the
TEMP
and/or
LAMP
indicators will alert you. Respond to the alert
as follows.
1. Confirm the POWER indicator status and turn off the projector in the proper way.
2. Find out the cause of the problem.
3. Follow the instructions for each indication below and solve the problem.
4. Turn on the projector in the correct way and confirm the indicator is not indicating a problem any longer.
NOTE:
• If problem is found or the problem remains, do not turn on the projector. Instead contact an Authorised
Service Centre.
LAMP indicator
TEMP indicator
TEMP indicator
indicator and
projector
Problem
• Illuminating
RED
and still projecting
• Flashing
RED
and
POWER
is turned off
The temperature inside and/or outside the projector is abnormally high
Cause The ventilation ports are
covered. The room temperature is too
high.
The
Air filter
is excessively
dirty and the ventilation is
poor.
Remedy Remove the object(s) from
the ventilation ports or clear
around the projector.
Reinstall the projector at a
temperature controlled place.
See “Setting up” on page 14.
Clean or replace the
Air filter
in the proper way. See
“Cleaning the Air filter” on
page 41.
LAMP indicator
Indicator
Problem
Cause
Remedy
• Illuminating
RED
• Flashing
RED
LAMP
RUNTIME
has reached 1 800 hours
(with
LAMP POWER
set to
NORMAL).
LAMP
circuit failure, abnormal function or
LAMP
is damaged.
Lamp
unit
will run out soon and needs to be
I replaced. The projector is switched off incorrectly.
I
Replace the
Lamp unit.
See “Before
replacing the Lamp unit" on page 42.
• Let the
LAMP
cool down and turn on the
projector,
9 If the
POWER
does not turn on, contact an
Authorised Service Centre.
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Care and Replacement
9 Ensure the projector is switched off.
• Unplug all the cables from the projector.
I Cleaning the outer surface of the projector
Wipe off dirt and dust gently with a soft cloth.
• If it is difficult to remove the dirt, soak a cloth in a neutral detergent diluted with water, wring the cloth well
and then wipe the projector. Dry off the projector with dry cloth.
• If you use a chemical treated wipe, follow the instructions supplied with it.
I Cleaning the lens surface
Wpe off dirt and dust gently with a lint-free cloth.
9 Make sure no dirt or dust remains on the surface of the lens. It will be enlarged and projected onto a
screen.
I Cleaning the Air filter
If the
Air filter
is excessively dirty, the internal temperature of the projector increases and may cause
malfunction. Clean the
Air filter
regularly every 100 hours of usage.
1, Place a finger at the bottom of the
Air filter.
2, Slightly push up and pull out the
Air filter
to remove.
3. Vacuum dirt and dust from the
Air filter,
9 Do not wash the
Air filter.
4. Place and slightly slide in the
Air filter
in the
Air intake port
to attach.
• Make sure the
Air filter
clicks into the place.
NOTE:
• Do not use the projector without attaching the
Air filter.
Replacing the Air filter
The
Air filter
should be replaced when cleaning is ineffective and when replacing the Lamp
unit.
An
replacement
Air filter
is provided with a replacement lamp unit, ET-LAE1000. Contact an Authorised Service
Centre for the optional
Air filter.
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