Epson EMP 720, User Manual

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Maintaining and Transporting the Projector
Replacing the Lamp
The projection lamp typically lasts for about 1500 hours of use. It is
time to replace the lamp when:
■ The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate.
■ The warning light is red, flashing red, or flashing orange.
■ The message
LAMP REPLACE
appears on the screen when the
lamp comes on (after about 1400 hours of use). To maintain
projector brightness and image quality, replace the lamp as soon
as possible.
Contact your dealer or call EPSON at (800) 873-7766 in the United
States for a replacement lamp. Request part number
V13H010L18
. In
Canada, please call (800) 463-7766 to locate a dealer.
Follow these steps to replace the lamp:
1. Turn off the projector, wait for the cool down period to end, then
unplug the power cord.
2. Allow the projector to cool down for at least half an hour (if it has
been on).
3. Turn the projector upside-down to access the lamp compartment.
4. Press the two tabs and remove the lamp cover.
)
note
You can check to see how
many hours the lamp has
been used. See page 48.
warning
Let the lamp cool before
replacing it. If the lamp
breaks, handle the shards
carefully to avoid injury.
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