Maximizing Battery Life - Toshiba Portégé M100 Series User Manual

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Mobile Computing
Taking care of your battery
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Do not incinerate a spent battery, as this could cause it to
explode and release toxic materials.
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If a battery is leaking or damaged, replace it immediately.
Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery.
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To replace the main battery, use an identical battery that
you can purchase through to Toshiba Web site at
accessories.toshiba.com.
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A reverse polarity condition should be avoided with all
batteries. The main battery is designed so that it cannot
be installed in reverse polarity.
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Charge the battery only in the computer or in a battery
charger designated as an approved option.
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When you install the battery pack, you should hear a
click when it is seated properly.
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Do not expose the battery pack to fire. The battery pack
could explode.

Maximizing battery life

To maximize the life of your battery pack:
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At least once a month, disconnect the computer from a
power source and operate it on battery power until the
battery pack fully discharges. Before doing so, follow the
steps below:
1
2
3
Turn off the computer's power.
Disconnect the AC adapter and turn on the
computer's power. If it does not turn on, go to step 4.
Operate the computer on battery power for five
minutes. If the battery pack has at least five minutes
of operating time, continue operating until the battery
pack is fully discharged. If the battery light LED
flashes or there is some other warning to indicate a
low battery, go to step 4.