Epson 25 User Manual
Caring for MovieMate
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5. Replace the cover.
Replacing the Lamp
The life span of the lamp is about 3000 hours if the color mode is consistently set to
Theatre
Black
, and 2000 hours if any other color mode is used. For instructions on changing the color
mode, see page 21. You can check how long the lamp has been used, as described on page 34.
If the number shown is close to the limit, make sure you have a spare lamp handy.
If the number shown is close to the limit, make sure you have a spare lamp handy.
Note: Lamp life results vary depending on environmental conditions and usage. Turn the projector
off when not in use. Continuous 24-hour-a-day use may reduce the overall life of the entire product.
off when not in use. Continuous 24-hour-a-day use may reduce the overall life of the entire product.
It’s time to replace the lamp when:
■
The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate.
■
The lamp status light flashes orange.
■
The message
Replace the lamp
appears on the screen
when you start projecting.
Caution: If you continue to use the lamp after you see the
replacement indicators, the lamp is more likely to break.
replacement indicators, the lamp is more likely to break.
You can purchase a new lamp (part # V13H010L33) from an authorized Epson reseller. To
find the nearest reseller, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766).
find the nearest reseller, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766).
In the U.S., you can also purchase online at www.epsonstore.com. In Canada, you can also
purchase at www.epson.ca or (800) 807-7766.
purchase at www.epson.ca or (800) 807-7766.
Be sure to read the “Important Safety Information” on page 57 before replacing the lamp.
Follow these steps to replace the lamp:
1. Turn off the main power switch and disconnect the power cord.
2. If the projector has been on, let it cool for at least an hour.
Warning: Let the lamp cool before replacing it. If the lamp breaks, handle the shards carefully
to avoid injury.
to avoid injury.
Lamp light
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