Toshiba A10 Series - Manual (Page 132)

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ODES 4. Connect the universal AC adaptor to the computer and the power cord to a
power outlet. The DC IN indicator should glow green, and the Battery
indicator should glow orange to indicate that the battery pack is being
charged. If the
DC IN indicator does not glow, power is not being supplied.
Check the connections for the universal AC adaptor and power cord.
5. Charge the battery pack until the Battery indicator glows green.
❑ If you have extra battery packs, rotate their use.
❑ If you will not be using the system for an extended period, more than one
month, remove the battery pack.
❑ Disconnect the universal AC adaptor when the battery is fully charged.
Overcharging makes the battery hot and shortens life.
❑ If you are not going to use the computer for more than eight hours, disconnect
the universal AC adaptor.
❑ Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight.
Replacing the battery pack
When the battery pack reaches the end of its operating life you will need to install a
new one. The life of the battery pack is generally about 500 recharges. If the
Battery indicator flashes orange shortly after fully recharging the battery, the
battery pack needs to be replaced.
You might also replace a discharged battery pack with a charged spare when you
are operating your computer away from an AC power source. This section explains
how to remove and install the battery pack.
Removing the battery pack
To replace a discharged battery, follow the steps below.
CAUTIONS: 1. When handling battery packs, be careful not to short
circuit the terminals. Also do not drop, hit or other-
wise apply impact; do not scratch or break the casing
and do not twist or bend the battery pack.
2. Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is
in Standby mode. Data is stored in RAM, so if the
computer loses power it will be lost.