Alphasmart NEO, User Manual

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134 Neo User’s Guide
Low battery indicator
Lifetime of the rechargeable batteries
AlphaSmart rechargeable batteries last a long time, but they don’t
last forever. Well-maintained rechargeable batteries last about 500
charges, or about three years. If your batteries used to last forty
hours but now last only one hour, you need a new battery pack, which
you can purchase from AlphaSmart.
Note:
If your batteries have run down, and you don’t have an AC
adapter, you can still send your data from your Neo to your
computer while the batteries are charging. Simply attach Neo to
your computer and turn it on. The cable supplies power to Neo
from the computer. You can’t do any editing, but you can transfer
the data in your files. Alternatively, you can temporarily switch to
AA alkaline batteries until you can obtain a new battery pack.
Toxic elements statement
Each battery cell is a sealed container enclosing a nickel electrode
and a potassium hydroxide electrolyte. The electrolyte is caustic.
Avoid contact with skin or eyes. If exposed accidentally, flush eyes
with water immediately.
Warning!
Do not incinerate or mutilate the battery, as this may cause
it to burst or release toxic materials. Do not short circuit, as this may
cause burns. Please dispose of in accordance with local, state, and
federal regulations.
Low battery indicator
When your AA batteries or rechargeable batteries are getting low, a
warning message appears onscreen.