Battery Pack - Getac B300 User Manual

Battery Pack

The battery pack is the internal power source for the computer. It is rechargeable
using the AC adapter.
The operating time of a fully charged battery pack depends on how you are using
the computer. When your applications often access peripherals, you will experience
a shorter operating time.
NOTE: Care and maintenance information for the battery is provided in the
"Battery Pack Guidelines" section in Chapter 7.
Charging the Battery Pack
NOTE:
Charging will not start if the battery's temperature is below 0 C (32 F) or
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above 40 C (104 F).
The charging process will stop when the battery's temperature gets above 60
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C (140 F). The Battery Charge Indicator turns off in this state. Once the
battery's temperature drops within the safe range, charging will automatically
resume with the Battery Charge Indicator glowing amber.
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During charging, do not disconnect the AC adapter before the battery has
been fully charged; otherwise you will get a prematurely charged battery.
To charge the battery pack, connect the AC adapter to the computer and an electrical
outlet. The Battery Charge Indicator (
indicate that charging is in progress. You are advised to keep the computer power
off while the battery is being charged. When the battery is fully charged, the Battery
Charge Indicator lights green.
) on the computer glows amber to
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Managing Power