User manual NEC VERSA ULTRALITE 3-CELL REMOVABLE BATTERY

[. . . ] NEC Versa DayLite/UltraLite 3-Cell Removable Battery Congratulations on purchasing a 3-cell Removable Battery (kit OP-570-74703) for your NEC Versa® DayLiteTM or NEC Versa UltraLiteTM notebook computer!NEC Versa DayLite and UltraLite notebooks use two rechargeable batteries: a non-removable lithium polymer Internal Battery, and a lithium-ion Removable Battery. These batteries allow you to run your system when the system is not plugged into a 120- or 240-volt, 50- or 60-Hz wall outlet. [. . . ] 4. Locate the alignment grooves on the left and right edges of the battery. Slide the battery into the bay until securely locked into place. Inserting the battery A ­ Battery Bay Connectors B ­ Battery Release Latch 5. C ­ Alignment Grooves D ­ Removable Battery Turn the system over. NEC Versa DayLite/UltraLite 3-Cell Removable Battery 3 Charging the Battery Charge the Internal Battery and the Removable Battery by simply connecting your NEC Versa system to an AC power source. To monitor the charging activity, observe the battery charging LED on the front of the system. Blinks amber if the Internal Battery encounters an error while charging. Blinks green if the Removable Battery encounters an error while charging. During charging, keep the environmental temperature between 32°F and 104°F (0°C to 40°C). For directions on getting a detailed battery status, see the section, "Determining Battery Status. " Determining Battery Status Your NEC Versa system provides tools to help you keep track of the power levels of both the Internal Battery and the Removable Battery. If your system is configured (default setting) to display the Power icon on the taskbar, an electrical plug appears when the system is connected to an AC power source and a battery icon displays when the system is not connected to an AC power source. Access the system's power meter in the following ways: ! Move the cursor over the Power icon on the taskbar to display the remaining battery power for the system's Internal Battery. Right click the Power icon on the taskbar to open the power meter or to adjust power properties. Double click the Power icon on the taskbar to display the remaining power for both the Internal Battery and the Removable Battery. Go to Start, Settings, Control Panel, and double click the Power Management icon and select the Power Meter tab. ! ! ! 4 NEC Versa DayLite/UltraLite 3-Cell Removable Battery General Battery Precautions To prevent accidental battery ignition, rupture, or explosion, adhere to the following precautions. There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. To avoid personal injury and property damage, read these battery precautions on handling, charging, and disposing Li-Ion batteries. !! Keep the battery away from heat sources including direct sunlight, open fires, microwave ovens, and high-voltage containers. Do not use a battery that appears damaged or deformed, has any rust on its casing, is discolored, overheats, or emits a foul odor. Metal objects in contact with the connector can cause a short circuit and damage. If the battery leaks: ! [. . . ] Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. ©2001 NEC Computers Inc. NEC Versa DayLite/UltraLite 3-Cell Removable Battery 5 819-200860-000 07/2001 *819-200860-000* 6 NEC Versa DayLite/UltraLite 3-Cell Removable Battery [. . . ]