The battery pack inside the Equity
You need to recharge the battery pack at the following times:
•Before using the computer for the first time
•If the battery has not been used for a long time
•If the Power/Speed indicator light starts flashing (see “LED Indicators,” below).
After the Power/Speed light starts to flash, you have a maximum of 10 minutes before the battery charge is completely gone. If you continue using the computer without connecting the adapter, power runs out and you may lose data.
To recharge the battery, connect the AC adapter to the computer and to an electrical outlet. You can charge the battery whether the computer is on or off. For the maximum charge, leave the AC adapter connected for 12 hours. The battery pack cannot be overcharged, so don’t worry if you leave it connected for more than 12 hours.
Remember the following when you are charging the battery:
•Use only the AC adapter that comes with the Equity
•It is best to charge the battery for at least eight hours. If you charge the battery for only short periods, it can run low sooner.
The length of time the battery can provide power after being charged depends on how you are using the computer. A fully charged battery provides approximately one hour and fifteen minutes of use for simple operations. If you are working with a program that makes extensive use of the hard disk or if you are using an external diskette drive, you may need to recharge the battery sooner.