Sony SVJ202390X Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer - Page 3

Using the Battery Pack Use original Sony battery packs. Sony cannot guarantee product safety when third party non-original replacement battery packs are used. We recommend purchasing the battery packs directly from official Sony resellers to avoid counterfeit products. § Do not leave battery packs in temperatures above 140°F (60°C), such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight. § Battery life is shortened in a cold environment. This is due to decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures. § Charge battery packs at temperatures between 50°F (10°C) to 86°F (30°C). Lower temperatures require longer charging time. § Certain rechargeable battery packs do not meet Sony quality and safety standards. For safety reasons this computer should only be connected to genuine Sony battery packs designed for this model. If an unauthorized battery pack is installed the results could be unpredictable. § While the battery pack is in use or being charged, heat builds up in the battery pack. This is normal and is not cause for concern. § Keep the battery pack away from all sources of heat. § Keep the battery pack dry. § Do not open or try to disassemble the battery pack. § Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock, such as dropping it on a hard surface. § If you are not using your computer for a long period of time, remove the battery pack from the computer to prevent damage to the battery pack. § If you have not used the battery pack for a considerable amount of time, the remaining battery life may become short. However, this is normal and does not indicate a malfunction, because the battery pack will gradually discharge over time even when not in use. Connect the AC adapter to your computer and recharge the battery pack before using the computer again. § There is no requirement to discharge the battery pack before recharging. § If the battery pack quickly runs out of power after being fully charged, it may have reached the end of its life and should be replaced. Using the AC adaptor Make sure that the power cable is properly connected to the AC adapter; only use the power cable that was delivered with the VAIO PC and/or AC adaptor. If the AC adaptor was delivered with a 3 pin power cable, use the AC adaptor with a properly grounded wall socket to avoid a small static charge building up on the notebook casing. During operation the AC adaptor might get warm, make sure the AC adaptor is in a well ventilated area with the label facing down. IMPORTANT Use only Sony original AC adaptors. Sony cannot guarantee product safety when non-original AC adaptors are used. You can purchase AC Adaptors directly from official Sony resellers to avoid counterfeit products. 3 of 5