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3M Multimedia Projector MP8030
Section 6: Lamp Replacement
6-1. Metal Halide Projector Lamp
If the projected image appears dark or the LAMP indicator light comes on, the lamp may be getting old and in
need of replacement. Press and hold the TIMER
TIMER
button for two seconds to display the number of
operating hours for the current projector lamp. Under normal operating conditions, the lamp should last
approximately 2000 hours. After that time, the lamp will slowly grow dimmer.
For best results, replace the lamp after 2000 hours of usage.
Note
The LAMP indicator will come on if the lamp becomes too hot. If this happens, wait for the fan motor
to stop running, turn the power off and let the projector cool. Check for airflow blockage, clean the
air filter then turn the power on. If the LAMP indicator comes on again, call customer service or your
dealer.
6-2. Replacing the Lamp
To replace the lamp, the following is needed:
D Phillips screwdriver
D Standard #2 screwdriver
D Metal halide lamp
Important
Always use lamp type: 260W Metal Halide,
70 VDC, 4.3A, Part Number
78-6969-8262-4.
Power OFF: Press the Standby/ON
button on the projector control panel or remote control and wait for
the fan motor to cycle off. Then, turn off the power switch and unplug the power cord.
!
There are high voltage parts inside the cabinet that may cause an electric
shock. Always unplug projector when changing the lamp.
!
Lamp and adjacent metal parts become extremely hot and can cause
severe burns to your fingers. Allow the projector to cool for at least 1
hour before replacing the lamp.
Remove Lamp Access Door: The lamp access door
is located on the back of the machine on the right
side (Figure 6-1). Use a phillips screwdriver to
unscrew the lamp cover retaining screw and gently
open the cover and set it aside.
Note
The screw is a self-containing screw that
cannot be removed from the cover.
Lamp
Access
Door
Screw
Lamp
Module
Figure 6-1. Lamp Access Door