Toshiba PORT - Manual (Page 100)

100 Mobile Computing
Traveling tips
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Disposing of used batteries safely
You can recharge a battery many times, so it should last for
years. When the battery needs replacing, the battery light
flashes amber shortly after you have fully recharged the
battery
.
You must discard a battery if it becomes damaged.
CAUTION: The battery is a lithium ion (Li-ion) battery, which can
explode if not properly replaced, used, handled, or disposed of.
Putting spent batteries in the trash is not only irresponsible, it may
be illegal. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances
or regulations.
Use only batteries recommended by Toshiba.
The materials that came with your computer may include an
insert regarding the disposal of batteries. If not, check with
your local government for information on where to recycle or
dispose of old batteries.
Traveling tips
The environmental precautions listed in “Selecting a place to
work” on page 38 also apply while traveling.
❖ Never leave your computer on a sunny ledge or in a place
where it could get splashed with moisture or covered in
dust.
❖ Always travel with the computer in a carrying case.
Toshiba offers a choice of carrying cases for the
computer. They all provide plenty of extra space for