Sony KDS-55A3000 Operating Instructions - Page 45

6 Pull the lamp out of the TV. Hold the indented grooves as shown in the illustration, and pull the lamp straight out. If the lamp is hard to remove, pull the right side of the lamp for additional traction. Hold this part of the lamp 8 Reattach the lamp door. Replace the door by inserting the two tabs in the slot from the left side. Slide the lever to the right and then turn the screw clockwise to secure the door. Other Information ~ • The lamp is very hot immediately after use. Do not touch the inside of the lamp compartment, the glass portion of the lamp, or the surrounding parts. • After the used lamp has cooled, place it into the empty box of the replacement lamp. Never put the used lamp into a plastic bag. 7 Slide the new lamp into its place. Insert the new lamp by pressing the two parts firmly into place as shown in the illustration. Make sure the lamp is securely mounted into the compartment. Failure to do so may cause a fire or the screen to go dark. ~ • If the lamp is not securely reattached, the selfdiagnostic function may be triggered and the POWER LED blinks six times (see page 24). 9 Put the outside lamp cover back in its place. Replace the cover, inserting it from the right side. Press the clamp on the left side to secure the cover. 10 Plug in the power cord. Turn on the TV and set the Lamp Replacement option in the General settings (see page 43). This setting is necessary to inform you when the next lamp replacement is needed. ~ • Until you set the Lamp Replacement option, a message announcing that the lamp is at the end of its life will appear every time you turn on the TV. • Consult your Sony dealer for a Sony XL-5200 replacement lamp. • Take great care when replacing the lamp or plugging in/unplugging the connecting cords. Rough handling may cause the TV to fall, damaging the TV, the TV stand and the floor. (Continued) 45