Epson PowerLite S1+ Error Red: High internal temperature (overheating)

Epson PowerLite S1+ projector · taken from the manufacturer’s manual, pages cited

Warning codeRed

The projector has overheated and automatically shut off due to high internal temperature. The manual's first action is: “Wait for about 5 minutes without operating the projector. After about 5 minutes have passed, unplug the power cable and check the following: • Make sure the air filter and ventilation outlet are clear and that the projector is not positioned against a wall. • If the air filter is dirty, it should be cleaned. When the power cable is plugged back in, the projector will return to its previous state. Press the [Power] button on the projector or on the remote control to turn it back on.”

Model
Epson PowerLite S1+
Display shows
High internal temperature (overheating) (Red)
Type
Warning code
Source
Manual p. 44

What Red means

High internal temperature (overheating) p. 44

Common causes

  • The lamp turns off automatically and projection stops. p. 44

What to do

  1. Wait for about 5 minutes without operating the projector. After about 5 minutes have passed, unplug the power cable and check the following: • Make sure the air filter and ventilation outlet are clear and that the projector is not positioned against a wall. • If the air filter is dirty, it should be cleaned. When the power cable is plugged back in, the projector will return to its previous state. Press the [Power] button on the projector or on the remote control to turn it back on. p. 44
  2. Disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet. Remove the lamp and check that it is not broken. If the lamp is not broken, re-install it. Reconnect the power cable and press the [Power] button on the projector or the remote control to turn it back on. p. 44
  3. Stop using the projector, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet and contact your dealer or see Where to Get Help to contact EPSON. p. 44

If Red is still not resolved

  • Stop using the projector, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet and contact your dealer or see Where to Get Help to contact EPSON. p. 44
    “Stop using the projector, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet and contact your dealer or see Where to Get Help to contact EPSON.”

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