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Using the battery – Epson LT - 286e User Manual

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WARNING

Keep the AC adapter at least six inches away from your

computer and any disks. Do not connect or disconnect the

AC adapter when the computer is turned on.

Using the Battery

The battery pack that comes with the Equity LT-286e contains

NiCad (nickel cadmium) batteries that power the computer

when the AC adapter is not connected. The battery pack is

rechargeable.

You need to recharge the battery pack at the following times:

Before using the battery pack with the computer for the first

time

If the battery has not been used for a long time

If the Battery in Use icon on the status indicator bar starts

flashing and you hear a beep.

After the Battery in Use icon starts to flash, you have a

maximum of 10 to 15 minutes before the battery charge is

completely gone. If you continue using the computer without

connecting the adapter, power runs out and you will lose data.

To recharge the battery, leave the battery pack connected to

the computer and connect the AC adapter to the battery pack.

Then connect the power cord to the AC adapter and to an

electrical outlet. You can charge the battery whether the

computer is on or off. For the maximum charge, leave the AC

adapter connected for eight hours. The battery pack cannot be

overcharged, so don’t worry if you leave it connected for more

than eight hours.

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Using the Equity LT-286e