Epson 6100i User's Guide - Page 93

Replacing the Lamp

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Replacing the Lamp The projection lamp typically lasts from 2500 to 3000 hours, depending on the Brightness Control setting used (see page 57). Selecting the Low brightness setting maximizes the lamp's life. It is time to replace the lamp when: ■ The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate. ■ The message Replace the Lamp appears on the screen and when the lamp comes on and the lamp warning light flashes orange. To maintain projector brightness and image quality, replace the lamp as soon as possible. ■ The lamp warning light flashes red (the lamp is burnt out). Contact your dealer or contact an Epson authorized reseller for a replacement lamp. Request part number V13H010L37. To find the nearest reseller, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Or you can purchase online at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales) Follow these steps to replace the lamp: 1. Turn off the projector. 2. When the P Power light stops flashing, unplug the power cord. 3. Let the projector cool for at least an hour (if it has been on). The lamp is extremely hot immediately after use. 4. To release the lamp cover, insert the screwdriver included with the new lamp as shown, then remove the cover. note Turn off the projector when not in use to prolong the life of the projector. You can check how long the lamp has been in use (see page 95). Lamp life results will vary depending upon mode selected, environmental conditions and usage. warning Let the lamp cool fully before replacing it. In the unlikely event that the lamp has broken, small glass fragments may be present and should be removed carefully to avoid injury. Maintaining the Projector 93

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Maintaining the Projector
93
Replacing the Lamp
The projection lamp typically lasts from 2500 to 3000 hours,
depending on the Brightness Control setting used (see page 57).
Selecting the Low brightness setting maximizes the lamp’s life.
It is time to replace the lamp when:
The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate.
The message
Replace the Lamp
appears on the screen and when
the lamp comes on and the lamp warning light
flashes orange.
To maintain projector brightness and image quality, replace the
lamp as soon as possible.
The lamp warning light
flashes red (the lamp is burnt out).
Contact your dealer or contact an Epson authorized reseller for a
replacement lamp. Request part number V13H010L37. To find the
nearest reseller, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Or you can
purchase online at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca
(Canadian sales)
Follow these steps to replace the lamp:
1.
Turn off the projector.
2.
When the
P
Power light stops flashing, unplug the power cord.
3.
Let the projector cool for at least an hour (if it has been on). The
lamp is extremely hot immediately after use.
4.
To release the lamp cover, insert the screwdriver included with the
new lamp as shown, then remove the cover.
note
Turn off the projector when
not in use to prolong the life
of the projector.
You can check how long the
lamp has been in use (see
page 95).
Lamp life results will vary
depending upon mode
selected, environmental
conditions and usage.
warning
Let the lamp cool fully
before replacing it.
In the unlikely event that
the lamp has broken, small
glass fragments may be
present and should be
removed carefully to avoid
injury.