Dell LATITUDE C510 - Manual (Page 43)

CAUTION: Misuse of the battery may increase the risk of fire or chemical burn. Do not
puncture, incinerate, disassemble, or expose the battery to temperatures above 60°C
(140°F). Keep the battery away from children. Handle damaged or leaking batteries with
extreme care. Damaged batteries may leak and cause personal injury or equipment
damage.
Checking the Battery Charge
The Microsoft® Windows® power meter window and icon, the battery charge gauge and health gauge,
and the low-battery warning provide information on the battery charge.
Power Meter
The Windows power meter indicates the remaining battery charge. To check the power meter, double-click
the icon on the taskbar. For more information on the Power Meter tab, see " Power Management ."
If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, a icon appears.
Charge Gauge
Before you insert a battery , press and release the status button on the battery charge gauge to illuminate
the charge-level lights. Each light represents approximately 20 percent of the total battery charge. For
example, if the battery has 80 percent of its charge remaining, four of the lights are on. If no lights appear,
the battery has no charge.
Health Gauge