MiTAC Getac W130, Operator'S Manual

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Managing Power
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Battery Pack
The battery pack is the internal power source for the computer. It is
rechargeable using the AC or car adapter.
The operating time of a fully charged battery pack depends on how you
are using the computer. When your applications often access peripherals,
you will experience a shorter operating time.
CAUTION: Use only the battery pack indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of
batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local codes for possible special
disposal instructions.
NOTE: Care and maintenance information for the battery is provided in Chapter 8. In
addition to this chapter, be sure to read the “Battery Pack Guidelines” section in
Chapter 8 as well.
Charging the Battery Pack
This computer is allowed to work in high temperature. But in order to
prevent the degradation of the battery, charging circuitry might stop
charging before fully charged. Recommend recharge the battery pack in
an environment temperature range of 10
°
C to 30
°
C.
The recharging time varies based on the usage conditions. Recharging
takes longer than usual when temperature is below 10
°
C . The lower the
temperature, the shorter the operating (discharging) time is.
CAUTION: Do not recharge the battery pack when internal battery temperature is out
of 0
°
C to 45
°
C.
NOTES:
l
It is recommand to always charge the battery pack while the computer is powered
off.
l
Do not charge the battery repeatedly before if is discharged completely.
l
Recharge the battery pack equal of less than 95% remaining power of capacity to
effectively avoid overcharging.