Troubleshooting Your Projector 48
Changing the Lamp
The following message appears on the screen when your projector lamp is
approaching its end of life and needs to be changed:
Lamp is approaching the end of its useful life in full power operation.
Replacement suggested! Visit www.dell.com/lamps
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
Safety Instructions as described on page 7.
To replace the lamp:
1
Turn off the projector and disconnect the power cable.
CAUTION: The lamp becomes very hot when in use. Do not attempt to replace
the lamp until the projector has been allowed to cool down for at least 30
minutes.
2
Let the projector cool for at least 30 minutes.
3
Loosen the two screws that secure the lamp cover, and remove the cover.
CAUTION: Do not touch the projector lamp or the lamp glass at any time.
Projector lamps are very fragile and may shatter if touched.
CAUTION: If the lamp shatters, remove all the broken pieces from the
projector and dispose or recycle according to state, local, or federal law. For
more information see - www.dell.com/hg.
4
Loosen the two screws that secure the lamp.
5
Pull the lamp up by its metal handle.
6
Replace with the new lamp.
7
Tighten the two screws that secure the lamp.
8
Replace the lamp cover and tighten the two screws.
