65Filter prevents dust from accumulating on the optical elements inside the projector. Should the filter becomes clogged withdust particles, it will reduce cooling fans’ effectiveness and may result in internal heat buildup and adversely affect the life ofthe projector.If the projector reaches a time set in the timer setting (p.64), a Filterwarning icon (Fig.1) appears on the screen and the WARNINGFILTER indicator on the top panel lights up (p.80). When you seethis icon, replace the filter cartridge as soon as possible (pp.30,58). All the indicators except Lamp indicator blink fast when theprojector detects an abnormal condition, or the filter cartridge is notinstalled properly (p.80).Maintenance and CarePNote:• Fig.1 will not appear when the Display function is set to Off(p.52), or during “Freeze” (p.30) or “No show” (p 29).• The filter cartridge is disposable. Do not clean and reuse thefilter cartridge.• Do not expose the filter cartridge to water or liquid, or it maycause a breakdown.• Do not use the filter cartridge with other projector.• Make sure that the projection lamp is turn off when you arereplacing the filter cartridge. If you replace the filter cartridgewhen the projection lamp is turn on, the projector will be shutdown automatically for safety purpose.Filter InstructionsFilter warning icon appears on the screen at aset time.Fig 1 Filter warning icon