Care And Maintenance - Fujitsu LifeBook P1610 User Manual

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Care and Maintenance

If you use your LifeBook P1600 Series notebook care-
fully, you will increase its life and reliability. This section
provides some tips for looking after the system and its
devices.
Electrical equipment may be hazardous if
misused. Operations of this product or
similar products, must always be supervised
by an adult. Do not allow children access to
the interior of any electrical products and
do not permit them to handle any cables.
LIFEBOOK P1600 SERIES NOTEBOOK
Caring for your LifeBook
Your notebook is a durable but sensitive electronic
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device. Treat it with care.
Do not use excessive force when tapping
or writing on the screen with the stylus or
your finger. Use of excessive force could
result in damage to the LCD and/or Touch
Screen.
Make a habit of transporting it in a suitable carrying
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case.
To protect your notebook from damage and to opti-
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mize system performance, be sure to keep all air all
vents unobstructed, clean, and clear of debris. This
may require periodic cleaning, depending upon the
environment in which the system is used.
Do not operate the system in areas where the air vents
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can be obstructed, such as in tight enclosures or on
soft surfaces like a bed or cushion.
Do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Any
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unauthorized service performed on the computer will
void the warranty.
Always follow installation instructions closely.
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Keep it away from food and beverages.
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■ If you accidentally spill liquid on your notebook:
1. Turn it off.
2. Position it so that the liquid can run out.
3. Let it dry out for 24 hours, or longer if needed.
4. If your system will not boot after it has dried out,
call your support representative.
Do not use your notebook in a wet environment (near
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a bathtub, swimming pool).
■ Always use the AC adapter and batteries that are
approved for your system.
Avoid exposure to sand, dust and other environmental
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hazards.
C a r e a n d M a i n t e n a n c e
Do not expose your notebook to direct sunlight for
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long periods of time as temperatures above 140° F (60°
C) may damage your system.
Keep the covers closed on the connectors and slots
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when they are not in use.
Do not put heavy or sharp objects on the computer.
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If you are carrying your notebook in a briefcase, or
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any other carrying case, make sure that there are no
objects in the case pressing on the lid.
Do not drop your notebook.
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Do not touch the screen with any sharp objects.
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Cleaning your LifeBook
Always disconnect the power plug. (Pull the plug, not
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the cord.)
Clean your system with a damp, lint-free cloth. Do not
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use abrasives or solvents.
Use a soft cloth to remove dust from the screen. Never
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use glass cleaners.
Storing your LifeBook
If storing your notebook for a month or longer, turn
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the system off, fully charge the battery, then remove
and store all Lithium ion batteries.
■ Store your notebook and batteries separately. If you
store your system with a battery installed, the battery
will discharge, and battery life will be reduced. In
addition, a faulty battery might damage the system.
Store your notebook in a cool, dry location.
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Temperatures should remain between 13º F (-25º C)
and 140º F (60º C).
Traveling with your LifeBook
Do not transport your system while it is turned on.
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■ Do not check your system as baggage. Carry it with
you.
When traveling with the hard drive removed, wrap the
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drive in a non-conducting materials (cloth or paper).
If you have the drive checked by hand, be ready to
install the drive if needed. Never put your hard drive
through a metal detector. Have your hard drive hand-
inspected by security personnel. You can however, put
your hard drive through a properly tuned X-ray
machine.
Take the necessary plug adapters if you're traveling
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overseas. Check the following diagram to determine
which adapter you'll need or ask your travel agent.
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