38APPENDIXCLEANING PROJECTION LENSApply a non-abrasive camera lens cleaner to a soft, dry cleaning cloth. Avoid using an excessive amount of cleaner.Abrasive cleaners, solvents or other harsh chemicals might scratch a surface.When a projector is not in use, replace Lens Cover.13Lightly wipe a cleaning cloth over Projection Lens.2Follow these steps to clean Projection Lens:MAINTENANCEWARNING TEMP. INDICATORWARNING TEMP. Indicator flashes red when an internal temperature of a projector exceeds normal temperature. ThisIndicator stops flashing when temperature of a projector returns to normal.When WARNING TEMP. Indicator continues to flash, check items listed below.Ventilation Slots of a projector may be blocked. In such an event, reposition a projector so that Ventilation Slots arenot obstructed.AIR FILTER CARE AND CLEANINGAir Filter may be clogged with dust particles. Clean Air Filter by following section AIR FILTER CARE AND CLEANINGbelow.12If WARNING TEMP. Indicator remains on after performing above checks, Cooling Fans or Internal Circuits may bemalfunctioning. Contact service personnel from an authorized dealer or a service station.3AIR FILTERPull up and remove.Turn off a projector, and disconnect AC power cord from ACoutlet.Turn a projector upside down and remove Air Filter (2 used) bypulling latches upward.12Air Filter prevents dust from accumulating on surface of Projection Lens and Projection Mirror. Should Air Filter becomeclogged with dust particles, it will reduce Cooling Fansā effectiveness and may result in internal heat build up and adverselyaffect life of a projector. Clean Air Filter following steps below:Clean Air Filter with a brush or wash out dust and particles.3 Replace Air Filter properly. Make sure that Air Filter is fullyinserted.4CAUTIONDo not operate a projector with Air Filter removed. Dustmay accumulate on LCD Panel and Projection Mirrordegrading picture quality.Do not put small parts into Air Intake Vents. It may resultin malfunction of a projector.RECOMMENDATIONWe recommend avoiding dusty/smoky environments when operating a projector. Usage in these environmentsmay cause poor image quality.When using under dusty or smoky conditions, dust may accumulate on a lens, liquid crystal panels, or optical elementsinside a projector. This condition may degrade quality of a projected image.When above symptoms are noticed, contact your authorized dealer or service station for proper cleaning.