Fujitsu Siemens Computers LifeBook B6210 - Manual (Page 78)

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L i f e B o o k B 6 2 0 0 S e r i e s – S e c t i o n S i x
KEYBOARD
Caring for your Keyboard
The keyboard of your computer is a very sensitive
instrument. It is made up of many switches that are
activated when you press on the keys. The keyboard is a
major component of the heat dissipation system in a
notebook. Due to heat and size considerations the
keyboard is not sealed. Because the keys are so close
together, it is not easy for the user to see when liquids
have fallen onto the circuitry below the keys.
When attempting to clean the keyboard with a spray-on
cleaner or rag soaked with cleaner, the liquid can drip
unseen onto the circuitry. If liquid seeps between the
layers of circuitry, it can cause corrosion or other
damage to the circuits. This can result in keys which no
longer operate, or which display the wrong characters.
There is no repair for this problem other than replace-
ment. The solution is to become aware of the issue and
take appropriate steps to protect your keyboard.
Cleaning should be done with a rag lightly dampened
with cleaning solution. Use extreme care to prevent
liquid from dripping between the keys. Spraying directly
on the keys should be avoided. The spray should first be
applied to the cloth, then the cloth wiped over the keys.
BATTERIES
Caring for your Batteries
■ Always handle batteries carefully.
■ Do not short-circuit the battery terminals (that is, do
not touch both terminals with a metal object). Do not
carry lose batteries in a pocket or purse where they
may mix with coins, keys, or other metal objects.
Doing so may cause an explosion or fire.
■ Do not drop, puncture, disassemble, mutilate or
incinerate the battery.
■ Recharge batteries only as described in this manual
and only in ventilated areas.
■ Do not leave batteries in hot locations for more than a
day or two. Intense heat can shorten battery life.
■ Do not leave a battery in storage for longer than 6
months without recharging it.
Increasing Battery Life
■ Keep brightness to the lowest level comfortable.
■ Set the power management for maximum battery life.
■ Put your notebook in Standby mode when it is turned
on and you are not actually using it.
■ Limit your CD-ROM access.
■ Disable the Windows CD auto insert function.
■ Always use fully charged batteries.
■ Eject PCMCIA cards when not in use.
FLOPPY DISKS AND DRIVES
Caring for your Floppy Disks
■ Avoid using the floppy disks in damp and
dusty locations.
■ Never store a floppy disk near a magnet or
magnetic field.
■ Do not use a pencil or an eraser on a disk or
disk label.
■ Avoid storing the floppy disks in extremely hot or cold
locations, or in locations subject to severe temperature
changes. Store at temperatures between 50º F (10ºC)
and 125ºF (52ºC).
■ Do not touch the exposed part of the disk
behind the metal shutter.
Caring for your optional Floppy Disk Drive
■ To clean, wipe the floppy disk drive clean with a dry
soft cloth, or with a soft cloth dampened with water or
a solution of neutral detergent. Never use benzene,
paint thinner or other volatile material.
■ Avoid storing the floppy disk drive in extremely hot or
cold locations, or in locations subject to severe tem-
perature changes. Store at temperatures between
50º F (10ºC) and 125ºF (52ºC).
■ Keep the floppy disk drive out of direct sunlight and
away from heating equipment.
■ Avoid storing the floppy disk drive in locations subject
to shock and vibration.
■ Never use the floppy disk drive with any liquid, metal,
or other foreign matter inside the floppy disk
drive or disk.
■ Never disassemble or dismantle your floppy disk
drive.
Outlet Type Location
United States, Canada, Mexico, parts of
Latin America, Japan, Korea,
the Philippines, Taiwan
Russia and the Commonwealth of
Independent States (CIS), most of
Europe, parts of Latin America,
the Middle East, parts of Africa,
Hong Kong, India, most of South Asia
United Kingdom, Ireland, Malaysia,
Singapore, parts of Africa
China, Australia, New Zealand
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