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Maintenance &
Troubleshooting
Replacing the Projection Lamp
CAUTION
• Potential hazard of glass particles if lamp ruptures. Please have Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer
or Service Center replace lamp if rupture occurs.
• Do not remove the lamp cage directly after operation of the projector. The lamp may be extremely
hot. Wait at least one hour after the power cord is disconnected to allow the surface of the lamp cage
to fully cool before removing the lamp cage.
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Remove the lamp
cage.
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Insert the new lamp cage.
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Turn off the power.
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Disconnect the power
cord.
Unplug the power cord from the
AC socket.
Remove the lamp cage
cover.
Attach the lamp cage
cover.
Slide the lamp cage cover in the
direction of the arrow. Then
tighten the user service screws.
Loosen the securing screws on
the lamp cage. Hold the lamp
cage by the handle and pull it
towards you.
Turn over the projector and
loosen the user service screws
that secure the lamp cage cover.
Then lift open the cover in the
direction of the arrow.
Press ON/OFF on the projector
or POWER on the remote
control. Wait until the cooling
fan stops.
Press the lamp cage firmly into
the lamp cage compartment.
Fasten the securing screws.
It is recommended that the lamp be replaced after approximately 1,400 cumulative hours of use or when you
notice a significant deterioration of the picture and color quality. Carefully change the lamp by following the steps
below.
If the new lamp does not light after replacement, take your projector to the nearest Sharp Authorized Projector
Dealer or Service Center for repair. Purchase a replacement lamp unit (lamp cage/module) of the current type
BQC-PGM15X//1 from your nearest Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center. Then carefully change
the lamp by following the instructions below. If you wish, you may have the lamp replaced at your nearest Sharp
Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center.
IMPORTANT NOTE TO U.S. CUSTOMERS:
The lamp included with this projector is backed by a 90-day parts and labor limited warranty. All service of this
projector under warranty, including lamp replacement, must be obtained through a Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer
or Service Center. For the name of the nearest Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center, please call toll-
free: 1-888-GO-SHARP (1-888-467-4277).
U.S.A. ONLY
Removing and installing the lamp unit
CAUTION
• Be sure to remove the lamp cage by the handle. Be sure not to touch the glass surface of the lamp cage or the inside of
the projector.
• To avoid injury to yourself and damage to the lamp, be sure to carefully follow the steps below.
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