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LX380/LX450 Lamp/Filter Replacement Instruction Sheet
020-000107-01 Rev. 1 (10/08)
Do not open the lamp cover while the projector is suspended from above. This is
dangerous, since if the lamp’s bulb has broken, the shards will fall out when the cover is opened.
NOTICES: 1)
Use only the lamp of the specified type.
2)
A lamp that explodes soon after first use, may be
experiencing electrical problems other than the lamp itself. If this occurs, contact your local dealer or a
service representative.
3)
Overuse of a lamp can cause the picture to darken, not to light up or to explode.
When the pictures appears dark, or when the color tone is poor, replace the lamp as soon as possible.
LAMP DISPOSAL
This product contains a mercury lamp; DO NOT not place it in the trash. Dispose of the lamp in accordance
with local environmental laws. For lamp recycling, go to www.lamprecycle.org. (in the US) For product
disposal, contact your local government agency or www.eiae.org (in the US) or www.epsc.ca (in Canada).
REPLACING THE LAMP
A lamp has a finite product life. Using the lamp for long periods of time may
cause the picture to darken or poor color tone. Each lamp has a different life span,
and some may explode or burn out soon after being put in use. When the lap
reaches its end of life, the Lamp Replacement icon appears on the screen and the
LAMP REPLACE indicator lights up yellow:
1. Turn the projector off, and unplug the power cord. Allow
the projector to cool for at least 45 minutes.
2. Loosen the lamp cover captive screw (marked by arrow).
3. Remove the 2 screws (marked by arrow) securing the
lamp, and slowly remove the lamp using the lamp
handles.
4. Insert the new lamp, and secure the 2 screws to lock it in
place.
5. Close the lamp cover and secure with captive screw.
