User's Manual
Table Of Contents
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Care and use of the Battery Pack
CAUTION: The computer’s RTC battery is a lithium ion battery and
should be replaced only by your dealer or by a TOSHIBA service repre-
sentative. The battery can explode if not properly replaced, used, handled
or disposed of. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or
regulations.
Care and use of the Battery Pack
The Battery Pack is a vital component of portable computing. Taking proper care of
it will help ensure longer operating time on battery power as well as a longer life for
your Battery Pack. Follow the instructions in this section carefully to ensure safe
operation and maximum performance.
Safety precautions
Mishandling of batteries can cause death, serious injury or property damage.
Carefully observe the following advisories:
Danger: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which could result in death
or serious injury, if you do not follow instructions.
Warning: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which could result in death or
serious injury, if you do not follow instructions.
Caution: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which if not avoided, may
result in moderate or minor injury or property damage.
Note: Provides important information.
Danger
1. Never try to dispose of the Battery Pack by burning or expose it to a heating
device such as a microwave oven. The Battery Pack could explode and cause
bodily injury.
2. Never try to disassemble, repair or otherwise tamper with a Battery Pack. The
Battery Pack will overheat and ignite. Leakage of caustic alkaline solution or
other electrolytic substances will cause fire or injury, possibly resulting in
death or serious injury.
3. Never short-circuit the Battery Pack by contacting the terminals with a metal
object. A short-circuit can cause fire or otherwise damage the Battery Pack and
possibly cause injury. To avoid accidental short-circuit, always wrap the
Battery Pack in plastic and cover the terminals with electrical tape when storing
or disposing of the Battery Pack.