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Important Battery Tips
Use or store the battery pack in the temperature range of 10°C to 30°C {50°F to 86°F}
Do not leave the battery pack for extended periods where it will be exposed to direct sunlight, in a hot place (in a closed
car in the hot sun, for example), or in a cold place.
Using or storing the battery pack repeatedly or continuously outside the temperature range of 10°C to 30°C {50°F to 86°F}
will shorten the life of the battery.
Do not touch the terminals on the battery pack or the computer
The battery pack may not function properly if the contacts are dirty or damaged. Also, the computer may not operate prop-
erly.
Do not insert/remove the battery pack while the computer is in the standby mode
Removing the battery pack while the computer is in the standby mode may cause data to be erased and may cause the
computer to malfunction.
Charging time and discharge time differs depending on the computer’s temperature
and power status
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It takes longer to fully charge the battery when the computer’s power is on. To charge the battery more quickly, power
the computer off, or put it in the standby or the hibernation mode.
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It takes longer to fully charge the battery in low temperature environments.
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The battery discharges more quickly in low temperature environments.
4. Things to keep in mind when using the battery pack
