Apple 200 Series manual Caring for batteries

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Important

mUse the computer only in environments where the temperature range> is between 50°F/10°C and 104°F/40°C.

mDo not expose the computer to very low (less than –13°F/–25°C) or very high (more than 140°F/60°C) temperatures.

mIf the computer has been in a cold place for several hours, let it warm up to room temperature before you use it.

mClean the computer’s outside surfaces with a damp (not wet) cloth. Clean the screen with soft, lint-free paper or cloth and a mild glass cleaner. Do not spray the glass cleaner directly onto the screen.

Caring for batteries

mAlways handle batteries carefully.

mDo not short-circuit the battery terminals (that is, do not touch both terminals with a metal object). Doing so may cause an explosion or a fire.

mDo not drop, puncture, disassemble, mutilate, or incinerate the battery.

mRecharge batteries only as described in this manual and only in ventilated areas.

mDo not leave batteries in hot locations (such as the trunk of a car).

mDo not leave a battery in your computer for longer than a week without plugging in the power adapter.

mDo not leave a battery in storage for longer than 6 months without recharging it.

mTake dead batteries to an Apple-authorized service provider for recycling or proper disposal. The batteries contain hazardous chemicals and should not be thrown out with household or office trash.

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Contents User’sGuide Apple Computer, Inc Contents Connecting Additional Equipment Power ManagementIndex Communications regulation information Vcci statement Power On button Power adapter port Plugging in the computer Getting StartedWhen you are ready to begin Opening the display Turning on the computer Problems turning on your computer? Chapter What’s next? Learning the basics Tutorial are highlighted, then release the trackball button Reviewing the basics Turning the computer off Automatic sleep Putting the computer to sleepRestarting a computer that’s already on User’s Guide Where to find answersGetting Help Getting answers to your questions Getting answers with the Topics button Now continue with the next section Getting answers with the Index button Read and follow the instructions in the window Getting answers with the Look For button If you want to close Macintosh Guide, click here Tips for using Macintosh Guide Identifying objects on the screen Main Macintosh Shortcuts window appears Learning useful shortcutsClick one of the category buttons Connecting Additional Equipment PowerBook Duo Dock and Duo Dock Connecting Additional Equipment PowerBook Duo MiniDock Connecting a printer PowerBook Duo Floppy AdapterSee the documentation that came with the modem Connecting a modemExternal modem is ready to use Terminator Connecting Scsi devicesHDI-30 Scsi Using your PowerBook as a Scsi diskConnecting your computer as a Scsi disk Turn on the PowerBook by pressing the power button Simplifying the connection process Quitting Scsi disk mode Adding memory to your computer Connecting other devicesInstalling application programs Installing and Using Application ProgramsWorking with several programs at a time Switching programsFinding out which programs are open Hiding and showing windows on the desktop Backing up your filesPage Power sources Power ManagementResponding to low-power messages What you should know What you should doRecharging in the computer Recharging the batteryRecharging in a recharger Place the battery in the recharger as shown Recharging in both the computer and a recharger Removing or replacing the batteryReplacement batteries come with a door attached Disposing of dead batteries Replacing the backup batteryReconditioning the battery Following appears Maximizing work time Page Health-related information about computer use Appendix a Health, Safety, and Maintenance TipsMusculoskeletal discomfort Arranging your work area and equipment Eye fatigueKeyboard and trackball Mouse What about electromagnetic emissions? Avoiding fatigueImportant care and safety instructions Appendix a Caring for batteries Handling floppy disks Traveling with the PowerBook Service and support Storing the PowerBookAppendix B Using Your Keyboard Control key Index Index Disk Tools disk 53 display. See also screen Index Index Index Index See Scsi Y, Z Apple Computer, Inc