Setup and Operation 2-11
Keep metal objects away from battery terminals. Metal objects in contact with
the terminals can cause a short circuit and damage.
If the battery leaks:
If the battery leaks onto skin or clothing, wash the area immediately with clean
water. Battery fluid can cause a skin rash and damage fabric.
If battery fluid gets into eyes, DO NOT rub; rinse with clear water immediately
and consult a doctor.
Take extra precautions to keep a leaking battery away from fire. There is a dan-
ger of ignition or explosion.
Recharging Battery Precautions
Adhere to the following precautions when recharging the Li-Ion battery.
Read the instructions that came with the battery charger before charging the bat-
tery.
Use only the NEC battery charger designed for your NEC Versa battery type.
Different NEC Versa models require different batteries and battery chargers.
Charge the battery for the specified charge time only.
During charging, keep the environmental temperature between 32°F and 104°F
(0°C to 40°C).
Extending Battery Life
While on the road, it is important to be aware of the simple things you can do to extend the
life of the system’s main battery. One way is to keep the LCD backlight setting at the low-
est. You can toggle between these four settings by pressing the function keys,
Fn - F5
.