LAMP UNIT REPLACEMENT
Cautions when replacing LAMP UNIT (SK02)
The light source for this TV is a mercury lamp with internal atmospheric pressure that increases during use. The lamp has a limited service life that varies depending on user settings. If you use the lamp beyond its service life: you may notice a reduction in the colors and/or brightness of the picture; and the strength of the quartz glass in the lamp will be reduced and the lamp may rupture (often making a loud noise when this happens). If the lamp reputres, the TV will not operate until the lamp unit is replaced.
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Note: The lamp unit is designed so broken lamp glass remains securely inside the lamp unit. CAUTION: Always handle the lamp unit with care. The lamp unit in this TV was designed for safe replacement by consumers; however, if the lamp unit is subjected to intentional abuse (such as excessive mechanical abuse or handling by children or pets), the unit may break, exposing edges or pinch points.
When to replace the lamp unit You should replace the lamp unit: if the picture darkens and/or colors fade; if the lamp does not light; or If you hear a loud noise and the picture goes black, which may indicate a lamp rupture (LED indication #8). See LED indications on page 6.
