Handling and Maintenance, Operation Environment

Handling and Maintenance

Operation Environment

zPlace the computer on a flat stable surface. Do not place the computer upright or turn it over. If the computer is

exposed to an extremely strong impact, it may become inoperable.

z Temperature:	Operation	: 5 °C to 35 °C {41 °F to 95 °F}
	Storage	: -20 °C to 60 °C {- 4 °F to 140 °F}
Humidity:	Operation	: 30% to 80% RH (No condensation)
	Storage	: 30% to 90% RH (No condensation)

Even within the above temperature/humidity ranges, using for a long time in an extreme environment will result in the product deterioration and will shorten the product life.

zDo not place the computer in the following areas, otherwise the computer may be damaged.

•Near electronic equipment. Image distortion or noise may occur.

•In extremely high or low temperature.

zAs the computer can become hot during operation, keep it away from items that are sensitive to heat.

Handling Cautions

This computer is designed to minimize shock to parts such as the LCD and the hard disk drive and equipped with a drip- proof keyboard, but no warranty is provided against any trouble caused by shock. Be extremely careful when handling the computer.

zWhen carrying the computer:

•Turn off the computer.

•Remove all external devices, cables, PC Cards and other protruding things.

•Remove a disc in the CD/DVD drive.

•Do not drop or hit the computer against solid objects.

•Do not leave the display open.

•Do not grip the display part.

zDo not put anything (e.g., a piece of paper) between the display and keyboard.

zWhen you board an airplane, take the computer with you and never put it in your checked luggage. When using the computer on airplane, follow the airline’s instructions.

zWhen carrying a spare battery, put it in a plastic bag to protect its terminals.

zThe touch pad is designed to be used with a finger tip. Do not place any object on its surface and do not press down strongly with sharp-pointed or hard objects that may leave marks (e.g., nails, pencils and ball point pens).

zAvoid any harmful substances such as oil from getting into the touch pad. The cursor may not work correctly.

zBe careful not to drop down or get hit when carrying the computer.

When using peripheral devices

Follow these instructions and the Reference Manual to avoid any damage to the devices. Carefully read the instruction manuals of the peripheral devices.

zUse the peripheral devices conforming to the computer’s specifications.

zConnect to the connectors in the correct direction.

zIf it is hard to insert, do not try forcibly but check the connector’s shape, direction, alignment of pins, etc.

zIf screws are included, fasten them securely.

zRemove the cables when you carry the computer. Do not pull the cables forcibly.

Preventing your computer from unauthorized use via wireless LAN/Bluetooth/Wireless WAN

zBefore using wireless LAN/Bluetooth/Wireless WAN, make the appropriate security settings such as data encryp- tion.

Panasonic CF-52 appendix Handling and Maintenance, Operation Environment, Handling Cautions