Toshiba 8000 Tecra 8000 Users Guide - Page 118
Safety precautions, Maximizing battery life, Disposing of used batteries safely - disassembly
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94 Power Management Taking care of your battery Safety precautions ❖ Never try to disassemble a battery pack. ❖ Don't overcharge or reverse charge a battery. Overcharging will shorten its life and reverse charging could destroy it, causing the release of toxic fumes. ❖ Don't touch the metal terminals of the battery with another metal object. Short circuiting the battery will cause it to overheat and may do permanent damage. ❖ Never incinerate a spent battery as this will cause it to explode releasing toxic materials. ❖ If a battery is leaking or damaged, replace it immediately. Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery. ❖ When you need to replace the main battery, use an identical battery from the same manufacturer. Maximizing battery life ❖ If you're not going to use the computer for a long period, remove the battery pack. ❖ Alternate between battery packs if you have a spare. ❖ Make sure your computer is turned off or in Resume Mode when you're replacing the battery pack. ❖ Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight. Disposing of used batteries safely The life of a battery pack is over 1000 recharges, so it should last for years. When the battery pack needs replacing, the main battery light flashes orange shortly after you have fully recharged the battery. You must also discard a battery pack if it has become damaged. Part I: Getting to Know Your Computer