Sony VAIO PCG-SRX87 Quick Start Manual page 23

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Notes on batteries
❑ Never leave the battery pack in temperatures above 140° F (60° C), such as
under direct sunlight or in a car parked in the sun.
❑ Battery life is shorter in a cold environment. This is due to decreased battery
efficiency at low temperatures.
Charge the batteries at temperatures between 50° F and 80° F (10° C to
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30° C). Lower temperatures require a longer charging time.
While the battery is in use or being discharged, the battery pack heats up.
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This is normal and is not cause for concern.
Keep the battery pack away from all sources of heat.
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Keep the battery pack dry.
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❑ Do not open or try to disassemble the battery pack.
Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock.
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If you are not using the computer for an extended period of time, remove the
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battery pack from the computer to prevent damage to the battery.
If, after fully charging the battery pack, the battery power is still low, the
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battery pack may be reaching the end of its life and should be replaced.
❑ You do not need to discharge the battery before recharging.
❑ If you have not used the battery pack for a considerable amount of time,
recharge the battery.
Keep the battery pack in the computer while it is directly connected to AC
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power. The battery pack continues to charge while you are using the
computer.
If your battery level falls to less than 10 percent, you should either attach the
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AC adapter to recharge the battery or shut down your computer and insert a
fully-charged battery.
❑ You can extend battery life by changing the power management modes in the
PowerPanel™ utility. See "Using Power Saving Modes" on page 27.
The battery pack supplied with your computer is a lithium-ion battery and
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can be recharged at any time. Charging a partially discharged battery does
not affect battery life.
The battery indicator light is on while you use the battery pack as a power
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source. When battery life is nearly depleted, the battery indicator starts
flashing.
Connecting a Power Source
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