User’s Manual
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Hardware & Options Operation
Replacing the Battery Pack
Please be aware that the battery pack is classified as a consumable item.
The operating life of the battery pack will gradually reduce through
repeated charging and discharging, and will need to be replaced when it
reaches the end of its operating life. In addition to this, you might also
replace a discharged battery pack with a charged spare when you are
operating your device away from an AC power source for an extended
period of time.
This section explains how to remove and install the battery pack, and
begins with the removal process which is detailed through the following
steps.
Removing the battery pack
To remove a discharged battery, follow the steps as detailed below:
1. Save your work.
2. Turn the device's power off.
3. Remove all cables and peripherals that are connected to the device.
4. Turn the device upside down.
5. Slide the cover lock into its unlock (
) position.
6. Slide your finger under the cover recess and lift this corner up first.
(Sample Illustration) Removing the cover-1
Do not touch the battery release latch while holding the device or the
battery pack might fall out due to the unintentional release of the battery
release latch and cause injuries.
1. Cover lock
2. Cover recess
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