
3M
Overhead Projector 9800 Series
Section 5 – Disassembly/Reassembly
5-8
9800 Service Manual
3M 1996
5-3-2. How to Replace the Hot Mirror
!
Unplug projector power cord before performing
any maintenance to electrical components.
Caution
Handle the hot mirror carefully to prevent chip-
ping or scratching the surface during installation.
1. Unplug power cord from electrical outlet.
2. Open the top cover.
3. Release spring clip to free top of optical assembly.
Figure 5-15.
4. Lift and hold top assembly together and unscrew
two hot mirror bracket retaining screws.
Figure 5-15.
Figure 5-15. Hot Mirror/Condenser Lens Brackets
5. Gently lower top assembly to the closed position.
6. Carefully, lift the hot mirror bracket to separate it
from the condenser lens bracket. This will free
the hot mirror. Figure 5-16.
Figure 5-16. Open Hot Mirror Bracket
7. Reassemble in reverse order.
8. Gently set hot mirror on mounting tabs with the
black mark facing down,
9. Carefully close the mirror bracket over the hot
mirror and secure with retaining screws.
Caution
Place the hot mirror surface with the black mark
facing toward the condenser lens.