Care and Replacement50 - ENGLISHMaintenanceReplacing the Lamp unitAir filterJThe air filter should be replaced when cleaning is ineffective and when replacing the lamp unit. A replacementair filter is provided with a replacement lamp unit (ET-LAB80). Contact an Authorised Service Centre for theoptional air filter (TXFMZ01VKG7).Lamp unitJThe lamp unit, ET-LAB80 is consumable and you must replace it regularly. It is recommended that a qualifiedtechnician carry the lamp unit replacement and consult with an Authorised Service Centre.J Note on lamp unit replacementHandle the lamp unit with special care as it is a glasszproduct. Dropping or giving it a shock may cause itto burst or to be damaged.If you wish to discard the used lamp, please contactzyour local authorities or dealer and ask for thecorrect method of disposal.Prepare a Phillips-head screwdriver.zWhen replacing the lamp unit, be sure to hold it byzthe handle.Hold the lamp unit horizontally to prevent brokenzpieces from scattering. When the projector ismounted in the ceiling, do not work directly under theprojector or put your face close to the projector, and pull out the lamphorizontally.NotePrior to replacing the lamp unit, allow it to cool down to prevent the risk of burns, damage and other hazards.zRemarksDo not attempt replacement with an unauthorised lamp unit.zLamp unit replacement timeJWhen the lamp is consumed, the brightness may decrease over time. 3 000 hours of use is the replacingtime as a rough guide, and that might be shortened by the usage conditions, characteristics of the lamp unitor environmental conditions. You can find the duration of usage time by checking LAMP RUNTIME in thePROJECTOR SETUP menu. Do not use a lamp unit over 3 000 hours. Failure to observe this may result inexplosion of the lamp.ON-SCREEN DISPLAYREPLACE LAMPLAMP indicator2 800 hoursDisplays “REPLACE LAMP” on the upper left of the screenfor 30 seconds. If any button is pressed within 30 seconds,the message disappears. Illuminates red, even in thestandby mode.3 000 hoursDisplays “REPLACE LAMP” on the upper left of the screen,and it will stay until you respond. The power is turned offautomatically in 10 minutes.RemarksThe guide time, 3 000 hours, is a rough estimate based on certain conditions and is not a guaranteed time.z