Zenith Z-170, Owner'S Manual

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Operation
In this section, we'll cover some basic points in caring for your computer.
We'll get to know the computer by taking a look at the controls, switches,
inputs, disks, and disk drives. We'll take a look at the keyboard and discuss
the keys and their functions. Then we'll cover some of the operating proce­
dures.
General Care and Handling
• Keep the portable computer dosed when it is not in use and be
sure the power switch is off.
• Don't expose the computer to excessive amounts of direct sunlight
or extreme temperatures.
•
When moving the computer, use the cardboard shipping inserts that
came with the drives to keep the drive heads from bumping into
each other. Or, as an alternative, a spare disk will serve the same
purpose.
•
Never connect or disconnect external devices, such as printers and
modems, to the computer while the power switch is on.
•
Open the disk drive doors before turning off or unplugging the
portable computer. Leave the doors open while turning the portable
computer back on. This eliminates the possibility of damage to the
disks resulting from a voltage surge when i:he computer is turned
off or on.