Disposing Of The Used Lamp Unit - Toshiba 56MX195 Owner's Manual

Lamp unit replacement and care
How to replace the lamp unit
6. Carefully insert the new lamp unit straight into the TV until
it is fully seated.
Note :
• Never subject the lamp unit to excessive shock.
• Never touch the lamp unit glass or otherwise get it dirty.
Doing so may affect the image quality and reduce the service life of
the lamp. See "Cleaning the lamp unit glass" below.
CLEANING THE LAMP UNIT GLASS
If you accidentally touch the lamp unit glass or otherwise
get it dirty, wipe it with a lint-free lens cleaning cloth (such
as a cloth for cleaning camera lenses or eyeglasses).
CAUTION:
any type of flammable liquid or aerosol
cleaning agent. Many ordinary cleaning agents
(such as glass cleaners) contain chemicals that may be
flammable at certain temperatures. If the lamp unit is not allowed
to cool for at least one (1) hour, such chemicals may ignite.
7. Using a manual screwdriver, tighten the two lamp unit screws.
Note: Hand-tighten only. Do not use an electric screwdriver.
Lamp unit screws
(use manual screwdriver only)
NOTE :
Make sure the lamp unit and screws
are installed securely; otherwise, the TV may not
turn on and the lamp life may be shortened.
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8. Reattach the lamp unit door, making sure to insert the hooks
on the left side of the lamp unit door inside the opening in
the TV cabinet.
Insert the hooks inside
the TV cabinet opening.
9. Replace the screw and hand-tighten using a manual screwdriver.
Lamp unit door
10. Plug in the power cord and turn on the TV. After the initial
warmup period (which may take several seconds for full
picture brightness), the TV should operate normally. If any of
the following conditions exist, turn off the TV, unplug the
power cord, and repeat steps 1–9 to ensure that the lamp unit
and lamp unit door are installed correctly:
• No picture • Dark picture • TV will not turn on
If, after repeating steps 1–9, the problem still exists:
• In the U.S., call TACP consumer solutions at 1-800-631-3811.
• In Canada, locate the nearest Toshiba authorized service
depot by directing your web browser to www.toshiba.ca;
click "Home Entertainment," and then click "Support."

Disposing of the used lamp unit

• Place the used lamp unit in the empty box from the new unit.
• Keep the lamp unit out of reach of children and pets.
CAUTION:
Always handle the lamp unit with care.
The lamp unit in this TV was designed for safe replacement by
consumers; however, if the lamp unit is subjected to intentional or
accidental abuse (such as excessive mechanical abuse or handling by
children or pets), the unit may break, exposing sharp edges or pinch points.
• Dispose of the used lamp unit by the approved method for
your area.
NOTE :
The lamp unit contains mercury. Disposal of mercury may
be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or
recycling information, contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries
Alliance (www.eiae.org).
Lamp unit door
Hand tighten using
manual screwdriver
NOTE :
Make sure
the lamp unit door is
installed securely; otherwise,
the TV may not turn on.