Panasonic PT-AE8000U Projection Television User Manual


 
Care and replacement
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Maintenance
Before cleaning the projector /
replacing components
Attention
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Turn off the <MAIN POWER> switch and disconnect
the power plug from the wall outlet before cleaning the
projector/replacing components.
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Follow the “Switching off the power” procedure when
turning off the projector. (
page 30)
Cleaning the projector
Cleaning the outer surface of the
projector
Wipe off dirt and dust gently with a soft dry cloth.
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If it is difcult to remove the dirt, soak a cloth in water,
wring the cloth well and then wipe the projector. Dry
the projector with a dry cloth.
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Do not use petroleum benzene, thinner, any
alcoholic solvent, or kitchen detergents. Using these
substances may result in changes or damage to the
surface of the projector.
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When using a chemically treated cloth, follow the
accompanying guidelines.
Cleaning the lens surface
If dirt or dust accumulates on the surface of the lens, it will
be enlarged and projected onto the screen.
Wipe dirt and dust from the front of the lens gently with a
clean, soft, and dry cloth.
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Do not use a uffy rag, or a greasy, wet, or dirty
cloth.
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Do not rub the lens harshly as this may damage the
surface.
Attention
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The lens is made of glass. It may break or crack if struck
with a hard object or rubbed harshly. Please be careful
when handling the lamp.
Air lter unit
If too much dust accumulates in the air lter the internal
temperature of the projector cannot be maintained at the
normal level. A conrmation message is displayed on the
screen, and at the same time <TEMP> illuminates red. The
power is cut off automatically after a while. Clean the lter
after every 100 hours of usage.
1) Remove the air lter cover.
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Using a Phillips screwdriver to turn the xing screw
of the air lter cover until loose and remove the
cover.
Air filter cover
Air filter cover fixing
screw
2) Remove the air lter unit.
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Hold the grips on the air lter unit, and remove it
from the projector.
Air filter unit
Grips (
UP
arrow engraved)
* After removing the air lter unit, remove any large build
ups of dirt or dust in the air lter unit bay and the air
intake port on the projector.
3) Vacuum dirt and dust from the air lter
unit.
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Do not wash the air lter unit.
Care and replacement