6Maintenance and CleaningTurn off the projector, and unplug the AC power cordfrom the AC outlet.Turn the projector over and remove the filters.1Filter prevents dust from accumulating on the optical elements inside the projector. Should the filters becomeclogged with dust particles, it will reduce cooling fans’ effectiveness and may result in internal heat buildupand adversely affect the life of the projector. If a Filter warning icon appears on the screen, clean the filtersimmediately. Clean the filters by following the steps below.Clean the filters softly by using a brush.3Replace the filters properly. Make sure that the filtersare fully inserted to the projector.4CAUTIONDo not operate the projector with the filtersremoved. Dust may accumulate on the opticalelements degrading picture quality.Do not put anything into the air vents. Doing somay result in malfunction of the projector.RECOMMENDATIONwe recommend avoiding dusty/smoky environmentswhen you operate the projector Usage in theseenvironments may cause poor image qualityWhen using the projector under dusty or smoky conditions,dust may accumulate on a lens, LCD panels, or opticalelements inside the projector degrading the quality of aprojected image. When the symptoms above are noticed,contact your authorized dealer or service station for propercleaning.Be sure to reset the Filter counter after cleaning or replacingthe filters.Press the MENU button to display the On-ScreenMenu. Use the Point ▲▼ buttons to select Setting andthen press the Point ► or SELECT button.Use the Point ▲▼ buttons to select Filter counterand then press the SELECT button. Use the Point▲▼ buttons to select Filter counter reset and thenpress SELECT button. Filter counter Reset? appears.Select yes to continue.1Resetting the Filter CounterFilter counterFilter counter , Reset?appears.Select yes, then anotherconfirmation box appears.Select yes again to resetthe Filter counter.Another confirmation dialog box appears, select yes toreset the Filter counter.3FiltersCleaning the FiltersNote:When reinserting thisfilter, be sure that theslit part is facing theouter side.H