6Safety InstructionsOpenings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. Toensure reliable operation of the product and to protect itfrom overheating, these openings must not be blockedor covered.CAUTIONHot air is exhausted from the exhaust vent. When usingor installing the projector, the following precautionsshould be taken.– Do not put any flammable object or spray can near theprojector, hot air is exhausted from the air vents.– Keep the exhaust vent at least 3’ (1 m) away from anyobjects.– Do not touch a peripheral part of the exhaust vent,especially screws and metallic parts. These areas willbecome hot while the projector is being used.– Do not put anything on the cabinet. Objects put on thecabinet will not only get damaged but also may causefire hazard by heat.Cooling fans are provided to cool down the projector.The fans’ running speed is changed according to thetemperature inside the projector.Air CirculationExhaust Vent(Hot air exhaust) Air Intake VentAir Intake Vent Exhaust Vent(Hot air exhaust)Do not point the projector down to projectan image.Do not put the projector on either side toproject an image.Install the projector properly. Improper installationmay reduce the lamp life and cause fire hazard.Installing the Projector in ProperPosition( Do not pitch the projector morethan 20 degrees backward andforward.Choose the running speed of cooling fans in the fancontrol setting according to the altitude in which theprojector is being used (p.57). Failure to do so mayaffect the projector life.Do not roll the projector morethan 20 degrees from side toside.CAUTIONCAUTION ON CEILING MOUNTINGFor ceiling mounting, you need the ceiling mountkit designed for this projector. When not mountedproperly, the projector may fall, causing hazards orinjury. For details, consult your dealer. The warrantyon this projector does not cover any damage causedby use of any non-recommended ceiling mount kitor installation of the ceiling mount kit in an improperlocation.Do not point the projector up to project animage.Moving the ProjectorCAUTION IN CARRYING ORTRANSPORTING THE PROjECTOR– Do not drop or bump the projector, otherwisedamages or malfunctions may result.– When carrying the projector, use a suitable case.– Do not transport the projector by courier or anyother transport service in an unsuitable transportcase. This may cause damage to the projector.For information about transporting the projector bycourier or any other transport service, consult yourdealer.– Do not put the projector in a case before it iscooled enough.When moving the projector, replace the lens coverand retract adjustable feet to prevent damage to thelens and cabinet. When the projector is not in use foran extended period, put it into a suitable case.Handle the projector carefully; do not drop, bump,subject it to strong forces, or put other things on thecabinet.