79 Replacing the LampWhen the lamp reaches the end of its life, the LAMP indicator in the cabinet will blink red. Even though the lampmay still be working, replace the lamp to maintain the optimal projector performance. After replacing the lamp, besure to clear the lamp hour meter. (→ page 76)CAUTION• DO NOT TOUCH THE LAMP immediately after it has been used. It will be extremely hot. Turn the projector off,turn off the main power switch and then disconnect the power cable. Allow at least one hour for the lamp to coolbefore handling.• DO NOT REMOVE ANY SCREWS except two lamp housing screws. You could receive an electric shock.• Do not break the glass on the lamp housing.Keep finger prints off the glass surface on the lamp housing. Leaving finger prints on the glass surface mightcause an unwanted shadow and poor picture quality.• The projector will turn off and go into standby mode when you continue to use the projector for another 100 hoursafter the lamp has reached the end of its life. If this happens, be sure to replace the lamp. If you continue to use thelamp after the lamp reaches the end of its life, the lamp bulb may shatter, and pieces of glass may be scattered inthe lamp case. Do not touch them as the pieces of glass may cause injury. If this happens, contact your NEC dealerfor lamp replacement.To replace the lamp:Optional lamp and tools needed for replacement:• Replacement lamp NP06LP• Phillips screwdriver or equivalent1. Use a Philips screwdriver to push and release the tab.Push and pull to remove the lamp cover.6. Maintenance12Downloaded From projector-manual.com NEC Manuals
