Safety Instructions; When Using Your Computer - Dell Inspiron 3800 Reference And Troubleshooting Manual

Safety Instructions

Use the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer from potential dam-
age and to help ensure your own personal safety.

When Using Your Computer

As you use your computer, observe the following safety guidelines.
CAUTION: Do not allow your portable computer to operate with the base
resting directly on exposed skin. With extended operation, heat can
potentially build up in the base. Allowing sustained contact with the skin
could cause discomfort or, eventually, a burn.
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Do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Always follow installation
instructions closely.
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Do not carry a battery pack in your pocket, purse, or other container where metal
objects (such as car keys) could short-circuit the battery terminals. The resulting
excessive current flow can cause extremely high temperatures and may result in
damage from burns.
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Be sure that nothing rests on your AC adapter's power cable and that the cable is
not located where it can be tripped over or stepped on.
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Place the AC adapter in a ventilated area, such as a desk top or on the floor, when
you use it to run the computer or to charge the battery. Do not cover the AC
adapter with papers or other items that will reduce cooling; also, do not use the
AC adapter inside a carrying case.
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Do not use your computer in a wet environment, for example, near a bathtub,
sink, or swimming pool or in a wet basement.
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Do not push objects into air vents or openings of your computer. Doing so can
cause fire or electric shock by shorting out interior components.
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Use only the AC adapter and batteries that are approved for use with this
computer as indicated in this document. Use of another type of battery pack or
AC adapter may risk fire or explosion.
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