Maintenance44 ENGLISHCare and replacementPreparationsBefore cleaning, be sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet. ( page 18, 21)CLEANING THE PROJECTORCabinetWipe off dirt and dust gently with a soft cloth.If it is difficult to remove the dirt, wipe the projector with a damp cloth. Dry off the projector with dry cloth.•Do not use petroleum benzine, thinner, any alcoholic solvent, kitchen detergents or chemical cloths. Failure to•observe these may result in altered or damaged surfaces of the projector.Projector lensMake sure no dirt or dust remains on the surface of the projector lens glass. It will be enlarged and projected ontothe screen.Wipe off dirt and dust gently with a lint-free cloth. Do not wipe the projector lens with a cloth which has collecteddust.NOTE:Clean the projector lens with special care.•Air filterIf the air filter is excessively dirty, the internal temperature of the projector increases, the TEMP indicator lights, andthe power is turned off.If the power is turned off, the TEMP indicator flashes.Clean the air filter regularly every 100 hours of usage.1 Remove the air filter.While pressing the tab of the air filter, pull the air filteropen slowly.2 Clean the air filter.Vacuum dirt and dust from the air filter.3 Install the air filter.Install in the reverse order to 1).NOTE:Do not use the projector without attaching the air filter. Otherwise, it will suck in dirt and dust which can cause malfunction.•The TEMP indicator may flash because of clogging within 100 hours, depending on the using environment. In that case, clean•the air filter at shorter intervals.Tab Air filter