Tips to extend projector lamp life

ΤIPS ΤΟ Extend Projector Lamp Fife 1 Change or Clean Your Filter Regularly Filter prevents dust from getting inside the sensitive circuitry. If the filter get clogged with dust, then it can cause the projector lamp to burn at a hotter temperature than required and diminish its lamp life. So it is essential to vacuum the projector and blow out dust with compressed air on a regular basis. 2. Do not Turn your Projector On and Off Quickly Projector lamp takes a minute before they are running at a stable current. If the projector turned on and off quickly it can cause destabilized current, which can cause the projector lamp to fail permanently. 3. Allow Projector to Cool down before Unplugging or Moving Most projectors will run the fans for a few moments after it is switched off to cool the lamp. In this meantime do not unplug the unit or move the unit while hot as this can cause the lamp to fail. 4. Run Your Projector in Economy Mode Economy mode usually makes the projector lamp emit a slightly lower brightness level, compared to normal mode and therefore can extend the projector lamp's life. 5. Air Intake or Exhaust Vent should not have any Obstruction Do not obstruct the air intake or exhaust vent. Paper should not be placed on top of a projector, or where vents are located. (X) 6. 6. Po not Move or Vibrate the Lamp when it is Hot Hot lamps are fragile. Shock and vibration applied to hot lamps may cause the lamp filament to break. Wait until the projector lamp has completely cooled before handling. 1 Handle the Lamp with Care Wear gloves during lamp installation. Oil and deposits from hands and fingers can cause hot spots, which can cause lamp failure. 8. Test the Lamp shortly after purchase WARRANTIES Run the projector for 20 hours shortly after purchasing it. If the lamp is going to fail, it will usually occur within the first 10 hours of operation. Lamp warranties typically last just 90-180 days from the date of purchase. 9. Place Lamp Housing properly During installation, make sure the lamp housing is properly seated. Apply gentle pressure at the base of the housing to secure lamp placement. 10. Use Old Lamp as Spare When you purchase a replacement lamp for your projector, remove the existing lamp and use the old lamp as your spare. 11. Inverted vs. Non Inverted, projectors Inverted projectors often have shorter lamp life than those that are not inverted. 12. Place Exhaust Vent Properly Keep the exhaust vent at least 2 feet from a wall or any object. For fixed projector installations pay particular attention to this requirement. Published By: Sources: http://www.projectorpeople.com/resources/projector-lamp_life.asp http://www.relampit.com/Projector-Lamp-Life.php http://www.avpartsmaster.net/projector_lamps/projector-lamps-02-02-09.php http://www.projectorlampsource.com/projector_lamp_life.html http://www.projectorlampsworld.com/faq/projector_lamp_life.html http://www.slideshare.net/ValleyCommunications/extending-data-projector-lamp-life www.projectorlampsworld.com Projector Lamps Worid The Projector Bulbs Delivery Experts Designed By: InfoGraphic TEAMU DESIGN ΤIPS ΤΟ Extend Projector Lamp Fife 1 Change or Clean Your Filter Regularly Filter prevents dust from getting inside the sensitive circuitry. If the filter get clogged with dust, then it can cause the projector lamp to burn at a hotter temperature than required and diminish its lamp life. So it is essential to vacuum the projector and blow out dust with compressed air on a regular basis. 2. Do not Turn your Projector On and Off Quickly Projector lamp takes a minute before they are running at a stable current. If the projector turned on and off quickly it can cause destabilized current, which can cause the projector lamp to fail permanently. 3. Allow Projector to Cool down before Unplugging or Moving Most projectors will run the fans for a few moments after it is switched off to cool the lamp. In this meantime do not unplug the unit or move the unit while hot as this can cause the lamp to fail. 4. Run Your Projector in Economy Mode Economy mode usually makes the projector lamp emit a slightly lower brightness level, compared to normal mode and therefore can extend the projector lamp's life. 5. Air Intake or Exhaust Vent should not have any Obstruction Do not obstruct the air intake or exhaust vent. Paper should not be placed on top of a projector, or where vents are located. (X) 6. 6. Po not Move or Vibrate the Lamp when it is Hot Hot lamps are fragile. Shock and vibration applied to hot lamps may cause the lamp filament to break. Wait until the projector lamp has completely cooled before handling. 1 Handle the Lamp with Care Wear gloves during lamp installation. Oil and deposits from hands and fingers can cause hot spots, which can cause lamp failure. 8. Test the Lamp shortly after purchase WARRANTIES Run the projector for 20 hours shortly after purchasing it. If the lamp is going to fail, it will usually occur within the first 10 hours of operation. Lamp warranties typically last just 90-180 days from the date of purchase. 9. Place Lamp Housing properly During installation, make sure the lamp housing is properly seated. Apply gentle pressure at the base of the housing to secure lamp placement. 10. Use Old Lamp as Spare When you purchase a replacement lamp for your projector, remove the existing lamp and use the old lamp as your spare. 11. Inverted vs. Non Inverted, projectors Inverted projectors often have shorter lamp life than those that are not inverted. 12. Place Exhaust Vent Properly Keep the exhaust vent at least 2 feet from a wall or any object. For fixed projector installations pay particular attention to this requirement. Published By: Sources: http://www.projectorpeople.com/resources/projector-lamp_life.asp http://www.relampit.com/Projector-Lamp-Life.php http://www.avpartsmaster.net/projector_lamps/projector-lamps-02-02-09.php http://www.projectorlampsource.com/projector_lamp_life.html http://www.projectorlampsworld.com/faq/projector_lamp_life.html http://www.slideshare.net/ValleyCommunications/extending-data-projector-lamp-life www.projectorlampsworld.com Projector Lamps Worid The Projector Bulbs Delivery Experts Designed By: InfoGraphic TEAMU DESIGN ΤIPS ΤΟ Extend Projector Lamp Fife 1 Change or Clean Your Filter Regularly Filter prevents dust from getting inside the sensitive circuitry. If the filter get clogged with dust, then it can cause the projector lamp to burn at a hotter temperature than required and diminish its lamp life. So it is essential to vacuum the projector and blow out dust with compressed air on a regular basis. 2. Do not Turn your Projector On and Off Quickly Projector lamp takes a minute before they are running at a stable current. If the projector turned on and off quickly it can cause destabilized current, which can cause the projector lamp to fail permanently. 3. Allow Projector to Cool down before Unplugging or Moving Most projectors will run the fans for a few moments after it is switched off to cool the lamp. In this meantime do not unplug the unit or move the unit while hot as this can cause the lamp to fail. 4. Run Your Projector in Economy Mode Economy mode usually makes the projector lamp emit a slightly lower brightness level, compared to normal mode and therefore can extend the projector lamp's life. 5. Air Intake or Exhaust Vent should not have any Obstruction Do not obstruct the air intake or exhaust vent. Paper should not be placed on top of a projector, or where vents are located. (X) 6. 6. Po not Move or Vibrate the Lamp when it is Hot Hot lamps are fragile. Shock and vibration applied to hot lamps may cause the lamp filament to break. Wait until the projector lamp has completely cooled before handling. 1 Handle the Lamp with Care Wear gloves during lamp installation. Oil and deposits from hands and fingers can cause hot spots, which can cause lamp failure. 8. Test the Lamp shortly after purchase WARRANTIES Run the projector for 20 hours shortly after purchasing it. If the lamp is going to fail, it will usually occur within the first 10 hours of operation. Lamp warranties typically last just 90-180 days from the date of purchase. 9. Place Lamp Housing properly During installation, make sure the lamp housing is properly seated. Apply gentle pressure at the base of the housing to secure lamp placement. 10. Use Old Lamp as Spare When you purchase a replacement lamp for your projector, remove the existing lamp and use the old lamp as your spare. 11. Inverted vs. Non Inverted, projectors Inverted projectors often have shorter lamp life than those that are not inverted. 12. Place Exhaust Vent Properly Keep the exhaust vent at least 2 feet from a wall or any object. For fixed projector installations pay particular attention to this requirement. Published By: Sources: http://www.projectorpeople.com/resources/projector-lamp_life.asp http://www.relampit.com/Projector-Lamp-Life.php http://www.avpartsmaster.net/projector_lamps/projector-lamps-02-02-09.php http://www.projectorlampsource.com/projector_lamp_life.html http://www.projectorlampsworld.com/faq/projector_lamp_life.html http://www.slideshare.net/ValleyCommunications/extending-data-projector-lamp-life www.projectorlampsworld.com Projector Lamps Worid The Projector Bulbs Delivery Experts Designed By: InfoGraphic TEAMU DESIGN ΤIPS ΤΟ Extend Projector Lamp Fife 1 Change or Clean Your Filter Regularly Filter prevents dust from getting inside the sensitive circuitry. If the filter get clogged with dust, then it can cause the projector lamp to burn at a hotter temperature than required and diminish its lamp life. So it is essential to vacuum the projector and blow out dust with compressed air on a regular basis. 2. Do not Turn your Projector On and Off Quickly Projector lamp takes a minute before they are running at a stable current. If the projector turned on and off quickly it can cause destabilized current, which can cause the projector lamp to fail permanently. 3. Allow Projector to Cool down before Unplugging or Moving Most projectors will run the fans for a few moments after it is switched off to cool the lamp. In this meantime do not unplug the unit or move the unit while hot as this can cause the lamp to fail. 4. Run Your Projector in Economy Mode Economy mode usually makes the projector lamp emit a slightly lower brightness level, compared to normal mode and therefore can extend the projector lamp's life. 5. Air Intake or Exhaust Vent should not have any Obstruction Do not obstruct the air intake or exhaust vent. Paper should not be placed on top of a projector, or where vents are located. (X) 6. 6. Po not Move or Vibrate the Lamp when it is Hot Hot lamps are fragile. Shock and vibration applied to hot lamps may cause the lamp filament to break. Wait until the projector lamp has completely cooled before handling. 1 Handle the Lamp with Care Wear gloves during lamp installation. Oil and deposits from hands and fingers can cause hot spots, which can cause lamp failure. 8. Test the Lamp shortly after purchase WARRANTIES Run the projector for 20 hours shortly after purchasing it. If the lamp is going to fail, it will usually occur within the first 10 hours of operation. Lamp warranties typically last just 90-180 days from the date of purchase. 9. Place Lamp Housing properly During installation, make sure the lamp housing is properly seated. Apply gentle pressure at the base of the housing to secure lamp placement. 10. Use Old Lamp as Spare When you purchase a replacement lamp for your projector, remove the existing lamp and use the old lamp as your spare. 11. Inverted vs. Non Inverted, projectors Inverted projectors often have shorter lamp life than those that are not inverted. 12. Place Exhaust Vent Properly Keep the exhaust vent at least 2 feet from a wall or any object. For fixed projector installations pay particular attention to this requirement. Published By: Sources: http://www.projectorpeople.com/resources/projector-lamp_life.asp http://www.relampit.com/Projector-Lamp-Life.php http://www.avpartsmaster.net/projector_lamps/projector-lamps-02-02-09.php http://www.projectorlampsource.com/projector_lamp_life.html http://www.projectorlampsworld.com/faq/projector_lamp_life.html http://www.slideshare.net/ValleyCommunications/extending-data-projector-lamp-life www.projectorlampsworld.com Projector Lamps Worid The Projector Bulbs Delivery Experts Designed By: InfoGraphic TEAMU DESIGN ΤIPS ΤΟ Extend Projector Lamp Fife 1 Change or Clean Your Filter Regularly Filter prevents dust from getting inside the sensitive circuitry. If the filter get clogged with dust, then it can cause the projector lamp to burn at a hotter temperature than required and diminish its lamp life. So it is essential to vacuum the projector and blow out dust with compressed air on a regular basis. 2. Do not Turn your Projector On and Off Quickly Projector lamp takes a minute before they are running at a stable current. If the projector turned on and off quickly it can cause destabilized current, which can cause the projector lamp to fail permanently. 3. Allow Projector to Cool down before Unplugging or Moving Most projectors will run the fans for a few moments after it is switched off to cool the lamp. In this meantime do not unplug the unit or move the unit while hot as this can cause the lamp to fail. 4. Run Your Projector in Economy Mode Economy mode usually makes the projector lamp emit a slightly lower brightness level, compared to normal mode and therefore can extend the projector lamp's life. 5. Air Intake or Exhaust Vent should not have any Obstruction Do not obstruct the air intake or exhaust vent. Paper should not be placed on top of a projector, or where vents are located. (X) 6. 6. Po not Move or Vibrate the Lamp when it is Hot Hot lamps are fragile. Shock and vibration applied to hot lamps may cause the lamp filament to break. Wait until the projector lamp has completely cooled before handling. 1 Handle the Lamp with Care Wear gloves during lamp installation. Oil and deposits from hands and fingers can cause hot spots, which can cause lamp failure. 8. Test the Lamp shortly after purchase WARRANTIES Run the projector for 20 hours shortly after purchasing it. If the lamp is going to fail, it will usually occur within the first 10 hours of operation. Lamp warranties typically last just 90-180 days from the date of purchase. 9. Place Lamp Housing properly During installation, make sure the lamp housing is properly seated. Apply gentle pressure at the base of the housing to secure lamp placement. 10. Use Old Lamp as Spare When you purchase a replacement lamp for your projector, remove the existing lamp and use the old lamp as your spare. 11. Inverted vs. Non Inverted, projectors Inverted projectors often have shorter lamp life than those that are not inverted. 12. Place Exhaust Vent Properly Keep the exhaust vent at least 2 feet from a wall or any object. For fixed projector installations pay particular attention to this requirement. 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