Psion Teklogix 32M/64M, netBook manual Battery safety, Prolonging battery life

Battery safety

∙Always observe correct polarity of batteries (+ and -) when inserting them.

∙Don’t store batteries at temperatures in excess of +60°C; the optimum storage temperature for maximum battery life is +10°C to +35°C.

∙Don’t dispose of batteries in a fire - there is a danger of explosion.

∙Don’t crush, puncture, open, dismantle, or otherwise mechanically interfere with batteries.

∙If a battery should leak, do not allow the contents to come into contact with your skin or your eyes. If it does, wash immediately with plenty of cold water and seek medical advice.

∙If a battery has been accidentally swallowed, it is ESSENTIAL that medical assistance is sought IMMEDIATELY. If the small backup battery has been swallowed, advise the medical person that a LITHIUM battery is involved.

Caution:

There is a danger of explosion if the backup battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by Psion. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Prolonging battery life

You can take steps to help your batteries last longer:

∙Turn off the remote link when not in use.

∙Set Auto switch-off.

∙Use Data and Agenda files on the Internal disk (C) instead of a Memory disk (D), as the netBook requires more power to write to the Memory disk.

When your netBook is switched off, it is on “standby” and will continue to use a small amount of battery power. If you are going to leave your netBook switched off for a long period of time, you are advised to back up your data beforehand as the batteries will eventually run out.

How long your batteries last will depend upon how you use your netBook. Your netBook will use considerably more battery power when you are recording sounds, have the brightness turned up, are using files stored on a Memory disk, or are using Infrared.

Note: To check the battery power, move to the System screen and select Battery from the Information menu.

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