Replacing The Lamp - Sony VPL-FE40/FE40L Operating Instructions Manual

B Maintenance

Replacing the Lamp

The lamp used as a light source is a
consumable product. Thus replace this lamp
with a new one in the following cases.
• When the lamp has burnt out or dims
• "Please replace the Lamp and clean the
Filter." appears on the screen.
• The LAMP/COVER indicator flashes in
red. (Repetition rate of 3 flashes)
The lamp life varies depending on
conditions of use.
Use an LMP-F270 Projector Lamp as the
replacement lamp.
Use of any other lamps than the LMP-F270
may cause damage to the projector.
Caution
The lamp remains hot after the projector is
turned off with the ?/1 key. If you touch the
lamp, you may burn your finger. When you
replace the lamp, wait for at least an hour
for the lamp to cool.
Notes
• If the lamp breaks, consult with qualified for
personal.
• Pull out the lamp by holding the knob. If you
touch the lamp, you may be burned or
injured.
• When removing the lamp, make sure it
remains horizontal, then pull straight out. Do
not tilt the lamp. If you pull out the lamp
while it is tilted and if the lamp breaks, the
pieces may scatter, causing injury.
1
Turn off the projector, and disconnect
the AC power cord from the AC outlet.
Note
When replacing the lamp after using the
projector, wait for at least an hour for the
lamp to cool.
2
Open the lamp cover by loosening the
three screws with a Phillips
screwdriver.
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Replacing the Lamp
3
Remove the lamp cover by lifting it
forward with the fingers placed on the
slit of the projector.
4
Loosen the two screws on the lamp
unit with the Phillips screwdriver (a),
hold the knob (b), then pull out the
lamp unit.
5
Insert the new lamp all the way in until
it is securely in place (a). Tighten the
two screws (b).