PaceBlade PaceBook D110, User Manual

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Batteries PaceBook User's Manual
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6.3 Battery maintenance
To maintain peak battery performance, you should occasionally let the PaceBook discharge the
battery completely before recharging the battery again. To deplete the battery, disconnect the
AC adapter and let your PaceBook use up the remaining battery power.
When the PaceBook’s battery capacity reaches the critical level (3% battery charge), the
PaceBook will automatically enter hibernation mode, saving your current machine state and
then powering down. Wait for the PaceBook and battery pack to cool down to room
temperature before connecting the AC adapter to recharge the battery.
The main battery charge indicator will light up while the PaceBook is charging the battery. The
LED will turn off when the battery is fully charged. The next time you turn your PaceBook on,
it will resume operation from where you left off.
6.4 Preparing the battery for storage
Storage temperature and humidity
Storage of the battery outside the specified temperature range or in extremely high humidity
may accelerate deterioration of the battery’s chemical composition, cause leakage or corrosion
of metal parts.
This battery is a Li-Ion type; lithium is a highly combustible material, especially when it is
exposed to oxygen. Do not store the battery in environments with excessive heat, and do not
drop the battery from heights that may cause the battery pack to break open. These
conditions may cause the battery to explode or catch fire.
Long storage (more than 3 months)
In case of long storage, the battery should be charged to at least 30-50% of capacity to
account for gradual loss by self-discharge and to avoid deterioration of battery performance.
The battery voltage decreases faster during long storage than during normal discharge
conditions. When the battery voltage falls below 1.5V/cell, the effective capacity will drastically
decrease even after recharging. Do not fully charge the battery for long storage, as a full
charge condition accelerates self-discharge rates as well.
6.5 AC adapter power output
The PaceBook’s power supply uses C.P. (Constant Power) management. While the system is
off, the power supply provides 35 Watts to fully charge the PaceBook. While the PaceBook is
on, the power supply provides system and charger power at a maximum output of 48 Watts.