Acer Nitro 7 User Manual - Page 9

First things first - 9 deformation or damage. We recommend that the battery is checked and charged to approximately 50% capacity every 6 months. • ONLY CHARGE THE BATTERY IN A CLEAN, WELL VENTILATED AREA. Warning Batteries may explode if not handled properly. Do not disassemble or dispose of batteries in fire. Do not short external contacts, crush, puncture or otherwise tamper with batteries. Keep batteries away from children. Follow local regulations when disposing of used batteries. Precautions when replacing the battery Improper replacement or mishandling could damage the battery, cause overheating, result in injury, and risk fire or explosion. • Device with built-in battery: A built-in battery must be replaced by an authorized service center. Do not attempt to replace or remove the battery by yourself. • Device with removable battery: The battery should only be replaced with parts approved by Acer. Do not replace the battery with any parts other than approved ones. This notebook uses a Lithium-based battery. Do not use it in a humid, wet or corrosive environment. Do not put, store or leave your product in or near a heat source, in a high temperature location, in strong direct sunlight, in a microwave oven or in a pressurized container, and do not expose it to temperatures over 50 °C (122 °F). Failure to follow these guidelines may cause the battery to leak acid, become hot, explode or ignite and cause injury and/or damage. Do not pierce, open or disassemble the battery. If the battery leaks and you come into contact with the leaked fluids, rinse thoroughly with water and seek medical attention immediately. For safety reasons, and to prolong the lifetime of the battery, charging will must not occur at temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F) or above 35 °C (95 °F).