Troubleshooting Your Projector 43Changing the LampCAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section,follow the Safety Instructions as described on page 5.Replace the lamp when the message "Lamp is approaching the end of itsuseful life in the operation. Replacement suggested!www.dell.com/lamps" appears on the screen. If this problem persists afterreplacing the lamp, contact Dell. For more information, see "ContactingDell" on page 50.CAUTION: Use an original lamp to ensure safe and optimalworking condition of your projector.CAUTION: The lamp becomes very hot when in use. Do notattempt to replace the lamp until the projector has been allowed tocool down for at least 30 minutes.CAUTION: Do not touch the bulb or the lamp glass at any time.Projector lamps are very fragile and may shatter if touched. Theshattered glass pieces are sharp and can cause injury.CAUTION: If the lamp shatters, remove all broken pieces from theprojector and dispose or recycle according to state, local, or federallaw. For more information see www.dell.com/hg.1 Turn off the projector and disconnect the power cord.2 Let the projector cool for at least 30 minutes.3 Loosen the one screw that securethe lamp cover, and remove thecover.4 Loosen the two screws that securethe lamp.5 Pull the lamp up by its metalhandle.NOTE: Dell may require lampsreplaced under warranty to bereturned to Dell. Otherwise,contact your local wastedisposal agency for the addressof the nearest deposit site.6 Replace with the new lamp.7 Tighten the two screws that securethe lamp.Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals