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About Lamp
About Lamp
The product’s light source is a mercury lamp that lights at increased
internal pressure. Be sure to fully understand the following character-
istics of the lamp and handle it with extreme care.
• The lamp may burst with a loud noise due to impact or deteriora-
tion, or fail to light at the expiration of its life.
• How long it takes before the lamp bursts or the life expires may
vary greatly by lamp.
Some may burst shortly after fi rst use.
• Burst is likely to happen if the lamp is used after the replacement
period has elapsed.
• When the lamp bursts, the broken pieces of glass may get inside
the product or be released outside from the openings for ventilation.
• When the lamp bursts, a slight amount of mercury gas enclosed in
the lamp along with glass dust may be released from the openings
for ventilation.
Immediately replace the lamp when a sign ap-
pears on the screen.
• When the replacement time approaches, a message will appear on
the screen.
• The risk of burst will increase if the lamp is continuously used with-
out being replaced.
• Frequently check the used hours and prepare spares when the
replacement time approaches.
When the lamp is broken
• If glass components, including a lamp and a lens, should break,
handle the broken pieces with care to avoid injury and contact your
dealer for repair service.
• In the event of lamp burst, unplug the product from the wall outlet,
leave and completely ventilate the room. Then, thoroughly clean
the area around the projector and discardany edible items placed in
that area.
• When the lamp bursts, consult a doctor if glass dust or mercury gas
gets into your eyes or you breathe it.
