Compaq XL183, XL190, XL180, XL191, XL192, XL181, XL185, XL182 specifications Conditioning a Battery Pack

Presario 1800 Series

Models: XL180, XL181, XL182, XL183, XL185,

and XL190, XL191, XL192

Conditioning a Battery Pack

ÄCAUTION: To avoid a loss of data, ensure that all information is saved before completely discharging the battery pack.

To condition a battery pack, complete the following steps:

1.Plug in the AC adapter and allow the battery to charge until the fast charge arrow on the status display disappears. The battery gauge may read 100% for a period of time before the arrow disappears.

Note: Do not unplug the AC adapter until the arrow disappears.

2.Unplug the AC adapter and allow the battery to drain until the Notebook enters Hibernation mode. The Notebook can be used normally during this process.

Note: If the AC adapter is connected while the battery is draining, the process must be repeated beginning with step 1.

The battery is now re-conditioned. Plug in the AC adapter and begin using the Notebook.

Disposing of a Used Battery Pack

In the interests of safeguarding our environment. Compaq Computer Corporation recommends that nickel metal hydride (NiMH) and lithium ion (Li-ion) battery packs be recycled. Battery packs should be handled in accordance with country, state, province, or local regulations.

ÄCAUTION: Never attempt to open or service a battery pack. Opening a battery pack not only damages the pack and makes it unusable, it also exposes potentially harmful battery components.

PRESARIO NOTEBOOK MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE GUIDE 1800 SERIES BATTERY AND POWER MANAGEMENT 7