Use only the computer connected to an AC power source or optional
TOSHIBA Battery charger to charge the battery pack. Never attempt to
charge the battery pack with any other charger.
Charging Time
The following table shows the approximate time required to fully charge an
exhausted battery pack.
Battery pack type
Power off
Power on
Battery pack (22.5 Wh,
1S2P cell)
about 4 hours
about 6.5 hours
With the second
battery pack (22.5 Wh,
1S2P cell)
about 8 hours
about 13 hours
Be aware that the charging time when the computer is on is affected by
ambient temperature, the temperature of the computer and how you are
using the computer. If you make heavy use of external devices for
example, the battery might scarcely charge at all during operation.
Charging notice
The battery pack might not begin charging immediately under the following
conditions:
The battery pack is extremely hot or cold (if the battery pack is
extremely hot, it might not charge at all). To ensure the battery pack
charges to its full capacity, charge it at room temperature of between
5°C to 35°C (41–95°F).
The battery pack is nearly completely discharged. In this instance,
leave the AC adaptor connected for a few minutes and the battery
pack should begin charging.
The battery might have a rapid decrease in battery operating time when
you try to charge a battery under the following conditions:
The battery pack has not been used for a long time.
The battery pack has completely discharged.
In such cases, do the following:
1.
Fully discharge the battery pack with power on until the system
automatically turns itself off.
2.
Connect the AC adaptor to the Micro-USB port, and to a wall outlet
that is supplying power.
3.
Charge the battery pack until it reaches its full capacity.
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