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Note: In the U.S., call 1-800-IBM-4333 for information about battery disposal or
If you replace the original lithium battery with a heavy-metal battery or a battery with
heavy-metal components, be aware of the following environmental consideration.
Batteries and accumulators that contain heavy metals must not be disposed of with
normal domestic waste. They will be taken back free of charge by the manufacturer,
distributor, or representative, to be recycled or disposed of in a proper manner.
To order replacement batteries, call 1-800-772-2227 within the United States, and
1-800-465-7999 or 1-800-465-6666 within Canada. Outside the U.S. and Canada,
call your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative.
Note: After you replace the battery, you must reconfigure your appliance and reset
CAUTION:
When replacing the lithium battery, use only IBM Part Number 10L6432 or an
equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer. If your system has a
module containing a lithium battery, replace it only with the same module type made
by the same manufacturer. The battery contains lithium and can explode if not
properly used, handled, or disposed of.
Do not:
v Throw or immerse into water.
v Heat to more than 100 C (212 F)
v Repair or disassemble
In the U.S., call 1-800-IBM-4333 for information about battery disposal or dispose of
the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.
Note: For translations of the safety notice, refer to the multilingual Safety Information on the
Documentation CD that came with the appliance.
To replace the battery:
1. Review the information in the section "Before you begin" in the hardware
2. Turn off the appliance and peripheral devices and disconnect all external cables
3. Remove the battery:
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dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.
the system date and time.
installation guide that came with this appliance, and any special handling and
installation instructions supplied with the replacement battery.
and power cords; then, remove the appliance cover.
a. Use one finger to lift the battery clip over the battery.
b. Use one finger to slightly slide the battery from its socket. The spring
mechanism behind the battery will push the battery out toward you as you
slide it from the socket.
c. Use your thumb and index finger to pull the battery from under the battery
clip.
d. Ensure that the battery clip is touching the base of the battery socket by
pressing gently on the clip.