1057. MaintenanceThis section describes the simple maintenance procedures you should follow to clean the filters, the lens, the cabinet,and to replace the lamp and the filters.❶ Cleaning the FiltersThe filter at the intake vent keeps dust and dirt from getting inside the projector. If the filter is dirty or clogged, yourprojector may overheat.WARNING• Please do not use a spray containing flammable gas to remove dust attached to the filters, etc. Doing so mayresult in fires.NOTE: The message for filter cleaning will be displayed for one minute after the projector is turned on or off. When the message is displayed,clean the filters. The time to clean the filters is set to [4000 H] at time of shipment.To cancel the message, press any button on the projector cabinet or the remote control.To clean the filter, detach the filter unit and the filter cover.CAUTION• Before cleaning the filters, turn off the projector, disconnect the power cord and then allow the cabinet to cool.Failure to do so can result in electric shock or burn injuries.1. Press down two buttons and then pull the filter cover towardsyou to open it.Filter cover2. Pick the center of the filter unit for pulling it out.Filter unit3. Vacuum dust on the front and back faces of the filter unit.• Get rid of dust in the filter.• Gently get rid of dust on the filter cover and in the accordionpleats of the filter.NOTE:• Whenever you vacuum the filter, use the soft brush to vacuum. This is to avoiddamage to the filter.• Do not wash the filter with water. Doing so can result in filter clogging.Filter coverFilter unit