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LAMP REPLACEMENT
Lamp Life
The lamp life may vary based on usage of the LCD Rear PTV. Turning on and off frequently may shorten the
life of the lamp
Lamp Replacement
After extended use, if the TV picture turns dark, the color looks unusual or LAMP INDICATOR turns on, then
it is time to replace the lamp with a new lamp. When replace a new lamp, please ask a service technician
of Hitachi to replace the lamp.
WARNING
The lamp gets very hot! The lamp may explode if improperly handled. To avoid injury, please observe the
following precautions.
Do not open lamp compartment or attempt to remove lamp assembly unless the lamp assembly is being
replaced.
Unplug the product's power cord from the AC outlet before attempting to replace the lamp assembly.
If the lamp is in use when failure occurs or if the lamp has exploded, wait at least 30-45 minutes for the
lamp to cool before opening the lamp compartment or touching the lamp assembly or any broken
pieces.
Broken lamp pieces can cause injury. Handle with gloves to avoid cuts.
Do not place any foreign objects inside the lamp compartment.
When installing a new lamp, follow handling instruction included with the new lamp. Do not touch glass
surface of new lamp.
The lamp in this product contains Mercury. Obey local ordinances when disposing of used lamps. In
most case, it is possible to dispose of used bulbs in the same manner as used glass bottles, but in some
cases, bulbs are sorted separately.
CAUTION
A "TEMP" indicator will light when lamp becomes hot. Unplug product's power cord from the AC outlet
and allow lamp to cool for at least 30-45 minutes. If "TEMP" indicator is still lit, please with the service
center contact authorization by Hitachi.
NOTES
Contact your Hitachi service center for a new unit. Using other lamps may cause damage to the TV Set.
TYPE NAME
LC3M LAMP ASSEMBLY
PART NUMBER DP00662
When replacing the lamp, let it cool down completely, for approximately 30 to 45 minutes after the power
has been switched off and A.C. cord has been unplugged.
Do not touch the glass of the new lamp or make it dirty which can shorten the life of the lamp and reduce
the picture quality
Keep the lamp out of the reach of children and away from flammable materials.
Do not pour water onto the removed lamp or put any object inside the lamp.
Once the lamp is removed, do not put flammable materials and metal objects inside the lamp receptacle
on the TV set. Do not touch the receptacle.
Install the new lamp securely, otherwise the picture may become dark or it may cause severe
overheating.
Install the lamp cover correctly, otherwise power will not come on.
The lamp in this product contains Mercury. Obey local ordinances when disposing of used lamps. In
most case, it is possible to dispose of used bulbs in the same manner as used glass bottles, but in
some cases, bulbs are sorted separately.
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