When and how should I clean or replace the air filter?

• See below.

  Cleaning the Air Filter

  You need to clean the projector's air filter in the following situations:
  • The filter or vents get dusty.
  • You see a message telling you to clean it.
  • The projector's Filter light flashes orange.

  Note: It is recommended that you clean the air filter every 20,000 hours. Clean it more often if the projector is in a dusty environment.

  1. Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord.
  2. Carefully remove the dust from the air filter cover with a vacuum or brush.
     
     
  3. Turn the projector upside down.
  4. Loosen the screws and remove the air filter cover.
     
     
  5. Pull the air filter out of the projector.
     
     
  6. Tap each side of the air filter 4 to 5 times to shake off any excess dust.
     
     

     Caution:
     Do not use excessive force when tapping the air filter, or it may crack and become unusable. Do not rinse the air filter in water, or use any detergent or solvent to clean it. Do not use canned air; the gases may leave a residue, or push dust and debris into the projector's optics or other sensitive areas.

  7. Vacuum the front of the air filter (the side with the tabs) to remove any remaining dust.
     
     

     Note: If dust is difficult to remove or the air filter is damaged, replace the air filter.

  8. Place the air filter back in the projector as shown.
     
     
  9. Replace the air filter cover and tighten the screws as shown.
     
     
  Related tasks
  Turning Off the Projector
  

  Replacing the Air Filter

  You need to replace the air filter in the following situations:
  • After cleaning the air filter, you see a message telling you to clean or replace it
  • After cleaning the air filter, the projector's Filter light continues to flash orange
  • The air filter is torn or damaged

  You can replace the air filter while the projector is mounted to the ceiling or placed upside-down on a table.

  1. Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord.
  2. Loosen the screws and remove the air filter cover.
     
     
  3. Pull the air filter out of the projector.
     
     

     Note: Air filters contain polypropylene. Dispose of used air filters according to local regulations.

  4. Place the new air filter in the projector as shown.
     
     
  5. Replace the air filter cover and tighten the screws as shown.
     
     
  Related tasks
  Turning Off the Projector
  Related references
  Optional Equipment and Replacement Parts (U.S. and Canada)
  Optional Equipment and Replacement Parts (Latin America)