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Care and use of the battery pack, Safety precautions, Care and use of the battery pack -5 – Toshiba A10 Series User Manual

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**** RTC battery is low or CMOS checksum is inconsistent ****

Press [F1] key to set Date/Time.

CAUTION: The computer’s RTC battery is a nickel metal hydride battery
and should be replaced only by your dealer or by a TOSHIBA service
representative. The battery can explode if not properly replaced, used,
handled or disposed of. Dispose of the battery as required by local
ordinances or regulations.

Care and use of the battery pack

The battery pack is a vital component of portable computing. Taking proper care of
it will help ensure longer operating time on battery power as well as a longer life for
your battery pack. Follow the instructions in this section carefully to ensure safe
operation and maximum performance.

Safety precautions

Mishandling of batteries can cause death, serious injury or property damage.
Carefully observe the following advisories:

Danger:

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which could result in death

or serious injury, if you do not follow instructions.

Warning:

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which could result in death

or serious injury, if you do not follow instructions.

Caution:

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which if not avoided, may

result in moderate or minor injury or property damage.

Note:

Provides important information.

Danger

1. Never try to dispose of the battery pack by burning or expose it to a heating

device such as a microwave oven. The battery pack could explode and cause
bodily injury.

2. Never try to disassemble, repair or otherwise tamper with a battery pack. The

battery pack will overheat and ignite. Leakage of caustic alkaline solution or
other electrolytic substances will cause fire or injury, possibly resulting in
death or serious injury.

Care and use of the battery pack