Gateway T2330 User Guide - Page 150

Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information Important safety information Your Gateway convertible notebook is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment. However, to ensure safe use of this convertible notebook, it is important that the safety instructions marked on the convertible notebook and in the documentation are followed. Warning Always follow these instructions to help guard against personal injury and damage to your Gateway convertible notebook. Setting up your convertible notebook ■ Read and follow all instructions marked on the convertible notebook and in the documentation before you operate your convertible notebook. Retain all safety and operating instructions for future use. ■ Do not use this convertible notebook near water or a heat source such as a radiator. ■ Set up the convertible notebook on a stable work surface. ■ The convertible notebook should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating label. ■ Openings in the convertible notebook case are provided for ventilation. Do not block or cover these openings. Make sure you provide adequate space, at least 6 inches (15 cm), around the convertible notebook for ventilation when you set up your work area. Never insert objects of any kind into the convertible notebook ventilation openings. ■ Some convertible notebooks are equipped with a three-wire power cord to make sure that the convertible notebook is properly grounded when in use. The plug on this cord will fit only into a grounding-type outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into an outlet, contact an electrician to install the appropriate outlet. ■ If you use an extension cord with this convertible notebook, make sure that the total ampere rating on the products plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Care during use ■ Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it. ■ Do not spill anything on the convertible notebook. The best way to avoid spills is to avoid eating and drinking near your convertible notebook. ■ Do not work for long periods with the convertible notebook resting on your lap. If the air vents are blocked, the convertible notebook may become hot enough to harm your skin. ■ Provide adequate space around your convertible notebook so air vents are not obstructed. Do not use the convertible notebook on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. ■ Some convertible notebooks have a replaceable CMOS battery on the system board. There is a danger of explosion if the CMOS battery is replaced incorrectly. Replace the battery with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. 144 www.gateway.com