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General Precautions
TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety, minimize strain and withstand
the rigors of portability. However, certain precautions should be observed to further
reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer.
Be certain to read the general precautions below and to note the cautions included
in the text of the manual.

Stress injury

Carefully read the Instruction Manual for Safety & Comfort. It contains information
on prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists than can be caused by
extensive keyboard use. Chapter 3, Getting Started, also includes information on
work space design, posture and lighting that can help reduce physical stress.

Heat injury

❑Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer. If the computer is used
for long periods, its surface can become very warm. While the temperature will
not feel hot to the touch, if you maintain physical contact with the computer for
a long time (if you rest the computer on your lap, or if you keep your hands on
the palm rest, for example) your skin might suffer low-heat injury.
❑If the computer has been used for a long time, avoid direct contact with the
metal plate supporting the I/O ports. It can become hot.
❑The surface of the AC adaptor can become hot when in use. This condition
does not indicate a malfunction. If you need to transport the AC adaptor,
disconnect it and let it cool before moving it.
❑Do not lay the AC adaptor on a material that is sensitive to heat. The material
could be damaged.

Pressure or impact damage

Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to strong impact.
Excessive pressure or impact can cause damage to computer components or
otherwise cause malfunctions.