This Important Product Information Guide contains safety, handling, disposal and recycling, regulatory, and software license information, as well as the limited warranty for your MacBook Pro. Retain documentation for future reference.
±Read all safety information and operating instructions below before using MacBook Pro to avoid injury. For a downloadable version of the MacBook Pro Quick Start guide and the latest version of this Important Product Information Guide, visit: support.apple.com/manuals/macbookpro. Failure to follow these safety instructions could result in fire, electric shock, or other injury or damage to MacBook Pro or other property.
Important Safety and Handling Information
For information about battery recycling and replacement, see www.apple.com/batteries.
Proper handling Handle your MacBook Pro with care. It is made of metal, glass, and plastic and has sensitive electronic components inside. Your MacBook Pro can be damaged if dropped, burned, punctured, or crushed, or if it comes in contact with liquid. Don’t disassemble your MacBook Pro and don’t attempt to repair your MacBook Pro by yourself. Disassembling your MacBook Pro may damage it or may cause injury to you. If your MacBook Pro is damaged, malfunctions, or comes in contact with liquid, contact Apple or an Apple Authorized Service Provider. Don’t use a damaged MacBook Pro, such as one with a cracked screen, as it may cause injury. The bottom of your MacBook Pro may become very warm during normal use. The MacBook Pro complies with the
To operate the computer safely and reduce the possibility of
ÂÂ Set up your MacBook Pro on a stable work surface that allows for adequate air circulation under and around the computer.
ÂÂ Do not operate your MacBook Pro on a pillow, blanket, or other soft material, because the material can block the airflow vents.
ÂÂ Never place anything over the keyboard when operating your MacBook Pro.
ÂÂ Do not push objects into the ventilation openings.
ÂÂ If your MacBook Pro is on your lap and gets uncomfortably warm, remove it from your lap and place it on a stable work surface.
Water and wet locations Keep your MacBook Pro away from sources of liquid, such as drinks, washbasins, bathtubs, shower stalls, and so on. Protect your MacBook Pro from dampness or wet weather, such as rain, snow, and fog.
MagSafe 2 Power Adapter Use only the power adapter that came with your MacBook Pro, or an
The power adapter may become very warm during normal use. The MagSafe 2 Power Adapter complies with the
To reduce the possibility of overheating the power adapter or of
ÂÂ Plug the power adapter directly into a power outlet.
AC plug | MagSafe 2 |
| power connector |
MagSafe 2 Power Adapter
ÂÂ If you’re using the AC power cord, place the power adapter on a desk, table, or on the floor in a
AC power cord | MagSafe 2 |
| power connector |
MagSafe 2 Power Adapter
Disconnect the power adapter and disconnect any other cables if any of the following conditions exists:
ÂÂ You want to clean the case (use only the recommended procedure described on the next page).
ÂÂ The power cord or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged.
ÂÂ Your MacBook Pro or power adapter is exposed to rain, excessive moisture, or liquid spilled into the case.
ÂÂ Your MacBook Pro or power adapter has been dropped, the case has been damaged, or you suspect that service or repair is required.
