Apple PowerBook G3 User Manual
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Health, Safety, and Maintenance Tips
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Important Care and Safety Instructions
For your own safety and that of your equipment, always take the following precautions.
Disconnect the power plug (by pulling the plug, not the cord) and remove the expansion bay
battery if any of the following conditions exists:
m you want to remove any parts (leave the cord disconnected as long as the keyboard is
open)
m the power cord or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged
m you spill something into the case
m your PowerBook G3 Series computer is exposed to rain or any other excess moisture
m your PowerBook G3 Series computer has been dropped or the case has been otherwise
damaged
m you suspect that your PowerBook G3 Series computer needs service or repair
m you want to clean the case (use only the recommended procedure described later)
Important
The only way to disconnect power completely is to unplug the power cord and
remove the batteries. Make sure at least one end of the power cord is within easy reach so
that you can unplug the PowerBook G3 Series computer when you need to.
Be sure that you always do the following:
m Keep your PowerBook G3 Series computer away from sources of liquids, such as
washbasins, bathtubs, shower stalls, and so on.
m Protect your PowerBook G3 Series computer from dampness or wet weather, such as rain,
snow, and so on.
m Read all the installation instructions carefully before you plug your PowerBook G3 Series
computer into a wall socket.
m Keep these instructions handy for reference by you and others.
m Follow all instructions and warnings dealing with your system.
To clean the case, do the following:
1
Disconnect the power plug. (Pull the plug, not the cord.)
2
Wipe the surfaces lightly with a clean, soft cloth dampened with water. Clean the screen with
soft, lint-free paper.
Warning
Electrical equipment may be hazardous if misused. Operation of this product,
or similar products, must always be supervised by an adult. Do not allow children access
to the interior of any electrical product and do not permit them to handle any cables.