Maintenance — Maintenance/replacement
Replacing the unit
Lamp unit
The lamp unit is a consumable component. Refer to x page 131) for details about the replacement cycle.
Warning
Replace the lamp unit after the lamp has cooled (after waiting at least one hour).
The high temperature inside the cover will cause burns.
Notes on the replacement of the lamp unit
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f When replacing the lamp unit, be sure to hold it by the handle because its surface is pointed and its shape is protruded.
f The lamp may rapture. Replace the lamp unit carefully so the glass fragments of the lamp do not scatter. While attaching the projector to the
ceiling, do not work right under the lamp unit or do not conduct work while your face is near the lamp unit.
f The lamp contains mercury. When disposing of used lamp units, contact your local authorities or dealer for correct methods of disposal.
Attention
f Panasonic takes no responsibility for any damage or malfunction of the product resulting from use of lamp units which are not manufactured
Note
f The model numbers of accessories and optional accessories are subject to change without prior notice.
When to replace the lamp unit
regularly. The estimated duration before replacement is 4 000 hours, but the lamp may go off before reaching to 4 000 hours, depending on
cause malfunction of the projector.
On-screen display
REPLACE LAMP
Lamp indicator
The message is displayed for 30 seconds. Pressing
any button on the control panel or remote control
within 30 seconds will clear the message.
The indicator lights in red even during the standby
mode.
The message remains displayed until you press any
button.
Note
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f 4 000 hours is only the target for replacement and not the warranty time.
How to replace the lamp unit
Attention
f While attaching the projector to the ceiling, do not work right under the lamp unit or do not conduct work while your face is near the lamp
unit.
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