Fujitsu Laptop manual Care and Maintenance, Lifebook

Care and Maintenance

If you use your LifeBook carefully, you will increase its life and reliability. This section provides some tips for looking after the LifeBook and its devices.

C A U T I O N

Electrical equipment may be hazardous if misused. Operations of this product or similar products, must always be supervised by an adult. Do not allow children access to the interior of any electrical products and do not permit them to handle any cables.

LIFEBOOK

Caring for your LifeBook

■Your LifeBook is a durable but sensitive electronic device. Treat it with care.

■Make a habit of transporting it in a suitable carrying case.

■Do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Always follow installation instructions closely.

■Keep it away from food and beverages.

■If you accidentally spill liquid on your LifeBook:

1.Turn it off.

2.Position it so that the liquid can run out.

3.Let it dry out for 24 hours, or longer if needed.

4.If your LifeBook will not boot after it has dried out, call your support representative.

■Do not use your LifeBook in a wet environment (near a bathtub, swimming pool).

■Always use the AC adapter and batteries that are approved for your LifeBook.

■Avoid exposure to sand, dust and other environmental hazards.

■Do not expose your LifeBook to direct sunlight for long periods of time as temperatures above

140° F (60° C) may damage your LifeBook.

■Keep the covers closed on the connectors and slots when they are not in use.

■Do not put heavy or sharp objects on the computer.

■If you are carrying your LifeBook in a briefcase, or any other carrying case, make sure that there are no objects in the case pressing on the lid.

■Do not drop your LifeBook.

■Do not touch the screen with any sharp objects.

C a r e a n d M a i n t e n a n c e

Cleaning your LifeBook

■Always disconnect the power plug. (Pull the plug, not the cord.)

■Clean your LifeBook with a damp, lint-free cloth. Do not use abrasives or solvents.

■Use a soft cloth to remove dust from the screen. Never use glass cleaners.

Storing your LifeBook

■If storing your LifeBook for a month or longer, turn your LifeBook off and remove all Lithium ion batter- ies.

■Store your LifeBook and batteries

separately. If you store your LifeBook with a battery installed, the battery will discharge, and battery life will be reduced. In addition, a faulty battery might damage your LifeBook.

■Store your LifeBook in a cool, dry location. Temperatures should remain between -25ºC (13ºF) and 60ºC (140ºF).

Traveling with your LifeBook

■Do not transport your LifeBook while it is turned on.

■Do not check your LifeBook as baggage. Carry it with you.

■Never put your LifeBook through a metal detector. Have your LifeBook hand-inspected by security per- sonnel. You can, however, put your LifeBook through a properly tuned X-ray machine. To avoid problems, place your LifeBook close to the entrance of the machine and remove it as soon as possible or have your LifeBook hand-inspected by security personnel. Security officials may require you to turn your Life- Book On. Make sure you have a charged battery on hand.

■When traveling with the hard drive removed, wrap the drive in a non-conducting materials (cloth or paper). If you have the drive checked by hand, be ready to install the drive if needed. Never put your hard drive through a metal detector. Have your hard drive hand- inspected by security personnel. You can however, put your hard drive through a properly tuned X-ray machine.

■Take the necessary plug adapters if you're traveling overseas. Check the following diagram to determine which plug adapter you'll need or ask your travel agent.

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