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GD6000 User Guide
Follow the guidelines in this section to care for your computer.
Computer Maintenance and Storage
You can use your computer under a wide range of environmen-
tal conditions. However, to ensure long use and continued high
performance, consider the following factors when using your
computer:
Taking Care of Your Computer
Follow all warnings and instructions noted in this documentation
and in the Windows Help program.
The first time you use your computer, we recommend that you
carefully read the
Making Connections
section and initialize the
battery to ensure optimum battery performance.
Unplug the computer from the power outlet before cleaning.
Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use aerosols, solvents, or
strong detergents.
Slots and openings in the unit’s case are for ventilation purposes.
Do not block or cover these openings or the system could over-
heat. Do not use or store the computer near a source of heat or
dust.
If you use the computer with an extension cord, ensure that the
total ampere ratings of all the devices sharing the extension do
not exceed the rating of the extension cord or the rating of the
wall outlet.
Never push foreign objects into the computer through any of the
slots or openings. Dangerous voltages are present, which could
cause electric shock or fire, or damage sensitive components.
For best results, use a power strip with a built-in
surge protec-
tor
. Do not use inferior extension cords as this may result in
damage to your computer.
Set the computer on a flat, stable surface. To prevent damage to
the computer’s hard disk drive, avoid using the computer where
it will be exposed to strong vibration.
Do not place it near sources of heat, such as a radiator.
Do not expose the computer to temperatures below -20ºC (-4ºF)
or above 60ºC (140ºF).
Do not subject the computer to magnetic fields.
Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture.
Do not spill liquid on the computer.
Do not subject the computer to heavy shock and vibration.
Do not expose the computer to dust and dirt.
Do not place objects on top of the computer.
Do not place the computer on uneven surfaces.
Periodically inspect the computer and accessories for wear, dam-
age, loose or missing parts. Identifying and correcting potential
problems early can help reduce the need to return the unit for
service.
Taking care of your AC adapter
Do not connect the adapter to any other device.
Do not step on the power cord or place anything on top of it.
Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from all
potential traffic.
When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord itself
but pull on the plug.
The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not
exceed the ampere rating of the cord if you are using an exten-
sion cord. Also, the total current rating of all equipment plugged
into a single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse rating.
Servicing
Contact your dealer or see your service technician if any of the
following occurs:
The computer has been dropped or the body has been dam-
aged.
Liquid has been spilled into the product.
The computer does not operate normally.
See the
Service and Support
section for more information.
Battery Maintenance and Storage
Taking care of your battery pack
Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Turn the
power off before removing or replacing batteries
Do not tamper with batteries. Keep them away from children
Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations. Recycle
if at all possible
Maintaining Batteries
Follow these guidelines to maintain performance of Lithium-
Ion (Li-on) batteries.
Avoid exposing batteries to extremely hot or cold temperatures
for long periods. To prevent possible damage to the battery, the
GD6000 does not allow the battery to charge if the internal tem-
perature of the battery gets too low (< 5°C or < 41°F) or too high
(> 50°C or > 122°F).
Charge the battery nightly where the temperature will remain
around 20°C (68°F).
Re-calibrate your battery every three months or when your bat-
tery performance degrades.
Storing Batteries
Before storing, discharge the battery to 50%.
Store the battery as close to close to 10°C (50F°) as possible.
Maintenance
