Lenovo X230I manual Replacing devices

DANGER

If the backup battery is incorrectly replaced, there is danger of an explosion. The backup battery contains a small amount of harmful substances. To avoid possible injury:

•Replace only with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo.

•Keep the battery pack away from fire.

•Do not expose it to excessive heat.

•Do not expose it to water or rain.

•Do not short-circuit it.

•Do not drop, crush, puncture, or subject to strong forces. Battery abuse or mishandling can cause the battery to overheat, which can cause gasses or flame to “vent” from the battery pack or coin cell.

To replace the backup battery, do the following:

1.Turn off the computer; then disconnect the ac power adapter and all cables from the computer. Wait for three to five minutes, till the inside of the computer cools.

2.Close the computer display, and turn the computer over.

3.Remove the battery. See “Replacing the battery” on page 67.

4.Remove the keyboard. See “Replacing the keyboard” on page 76.

5.Remove the palm rest. See “Replacing the palm rest” on page 79.

6.Disconnect the cable and remove the drained backup battery.

7. Put the new backup battery in place and connect the cable.

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