Panasonic CF-F8 manual Precautions Battery Pack, Do Not Use with Any Other Product

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Precautions (Battery Pack)

Do Not Use with Any Other Product

The battery pack is rechargeable and was intended for the specified product. If it is used with a product other than the one for which it was designed, electrolyte leak- age, generation of heat, ignition or rupture may result.

Do Not Charge the Battery Using Methods Other Than Those Specified

If the battery pack is not charged using one of the speci- fied methods, electrolyte leakage, generation of heat, igni- tion or rupture may result.

Do Not Throw the Battery Pack into a Fire or Expose It to Excessive Heat

Generation of heat, ignition or rupture may result.

Avoid Extreme Heat (Near the Fire, in Direct Sunlight, for Example)

Electrolyte leakage, generation of heat, ignition or rupture may result.

Do Not Insert Sharp Objects into the Battery Pack, Expose It to Bumps or Shocks, Disassemble, or Mod- ify It

Electrolyte leakage, generation of heat, ignition or rupture may result.

•If this product is subjected to a strong impact, stop using it immediately.

Do Not Short the Positive (+) and Negative (-) Contacts

Generation of heat, ignition or rupture may result.

•Do not place the battery pack together with articles such as necklaces or hair- pins when carrying or storing.

Do Not Use This Product with a Battery Pack Other Than the One Specified

Use only the specified battery pack (CF-VZSU56U) with your product. Use of battery packs other than those man- ufactured and supplied by Panasonic may present a safety hazard (generation of heat, ignition or rupture).

When the Battery Pack Has Become Degraded, Replace It with a New One

Continued use of a degraded battery pack may generate high levels of heat, cause a fire to start and cause the pack to burst or explode.

zDo not touch the terminals on the battery pack. The battery pack may no longer function properly if the contacts are dirty or damaged.

zDo not expose the battery pack to water, or allow it to become wet.

zIf the battery pack will not be used for a long period of time (a month or more), charge or discharge (use) the battery pack until the remaining battery level becomes 30% to 40% and store it in a cool, dry place.

zThis computer prevents overcharging of the battery by recharging only when the remaining power is less than approx. 95% (when Economy Mode (ECO) is enabled: 75%) of capacity.

zThe battery pack is not charged when the computer is first purchased. Be sure to charge it before using it for the first time. When the AC adaptor is connected to the computer, charging begins automatically.

zShould the battery leak and the fluid get into your eyes, do not rub your eyes. Immediately flush your eyes with clear water and see a doctor for medical treatment as soon as possible.

NOTE

zThe battery pack may become warm during recharg- ing or normal use. This is completely normal.

zRecharging will not commence if internal temperature of the battery pack is outside of the allowable temper-

ature range (0 °C to 55 °C {32 °F to 131 °F}). (Î Reference Manual “Battery Power”)

Once the allowable range requirement is satisfied, charging begins automatically. Note that the recharg- ing time varies based on the usage conditions. (Recharging takes longer than usual when the tem- perature is 10 °C {50 °F} or below.)

zIn high-temperature environments, the battery takes longer to fully recharge. In low-temperature environ- ments, the battery takes longer to fully recharge and the operating time is shorter. Only use the computer within the allowable temperature range.

zThe battery pack is a consumable item. If the amount of time the computer can be run by using a particular battery pack becomes dramatically shorter and repeated recharging does not restore its performance, the battery pack should be replaced with a new one.

zWhen transporting a spare battery inside a package, briefcase, etc., it is recommended that it be placed in a plastic bag so that its contacts are protected.

zAlways power off the computer when it is not in use. Leaving the computer on when the AC adaptor is not connected will exhaust the remaining battery capacity.

A lithium ion battery that is recy- clable powers the product you have purchased.

Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery.

L’appareil que vous vous êtes procuré est alimenté par une bat- terie au lithium-ion.

Pour des renseignements sur le recyclage de la batterie, veuillez composer le 1-800-8-BATTERY.

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