Hitachi CP-X980W Service Manual page 21

6 - 2 About Lamp Replacement
Light source lamp has a service life.
The picture will become dark or color will be poor when the lamp is used for a long time.
If usage of lamp is continued in such cases, it could cause a malfunction. Replace lamp with new one.
As reference for replacement time, indicator will operate or message will be displayed when the power is turned on.
In these cases the lamp should be replaced.
Also LAMP indicator will light when the lamp becomes too hot. Turn off the power and let the
Caution
projector cool for 45 minutes. Turn on.
How to replace lamp
When replacing lamp, turn off and remove AC cord, wait 45 minutes to let lamp cool. High-
pressure lamp when hot, may explode if improperly handled.
For disposal of used lamp, treat according to the instruction of community authorities.
Caution
Since the lamp is made of glass, do not apply shock to it and do not scratch it.
Also, do not use old lamp. This could also cause explosion of the lamp.
If it is probable that the lamp has exploded (explosive
sound is heard), disconnect the power plug from the
power outlet and replace lamp.
In rare cases, the reflector and the inside of the projector
may be damaged by scattered broken pieces of glass,
and broken pieces could cause injury when being
handled.
1. Turn the main power switch off and disconnect the
power plug from the power outlet.
2. Remove the lamp cover.
If lamp is hot at this time, this could cause burn. Wait
for minimum 45 minutes until lamp is cooled down.
Loosen a screw and remove the cover.
3. Loosen two screws and pull the handle to remove the
lamp.
If the screws are not loosened completely, your
fingers may be damaged.
Do not insert your hand into the box after the lamp is
removed.
(There are optical parts inside. If touched by hand, it
may result in color unevenness, etc.)
(Option lamp : Lamp unit DT00341)
Screw
HIGH VOLTAGE
HIGH TEMPERATURE
HIGH PRESSURE
Reflector
Lamp cover
Lamp
CP-X980W
CP-X985W
Front glass
Lamp
Screw
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