Lifebook Notebook - Fujitsu LifeBook B-2562 User Manual

Care and Maintenance
If you use your LifeBook notebook carefully, you will
increase its life and reliability. This section provides
some tips for looking after the notebook and its devices.
W A R N I N G
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 NOTEBOOK

Caring for your LifeBook notebook
Your LifeBook notebook is a durable but sensitive
electronic device. Treat it with care.
Make a habit of transporting it in a suitable
carrying case.
Do not attempt to service the computer yourself.
Always follow installation instructions closely.
Keep it away from food and beverages.
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 notebook will not boot after it has dried
out, call your support representative.
Do not use your notebook in a wet environment (near
a bathtub, swimming pool).
Always use the AC adapter and batteries that are
approved for your notebook.
Avoid exposure to sand, dust and other
environmental hazards.
Do not expose your notebook to direct sunlight for
long periods of time as temperatures above
140° F (60° C) may damage your notebook.
Keep the covers closed on the connectors and slots
when they are not in use.
Do not put heavy or sharp objects on the computer.
If you are carrying your notebook in a briefcase, or
any other carrying case, make sure that there are no
objects in the case pressing on the lid.
Do not drop your notebook.
Do not touch the screen with any sharp objects.
Cleaning your LifeBook notebook
Always disconnect the power plug. (Pull the plug,
not the cord.)
Clean your notebook with a damp, lint-free cloth. Do
not use abrasives or solvents.
Use a soft cloth to remove dust from the screen.
Never use glass cleaners.
C a r e a n d M a i n t e n a n c e
Storing your LifeBook notebook
If storing your notebook for a month or longer, turn
the notebook off and remove all Lithium ion batteries.
Store your notebook and batteries separately. If you
store your notebook with a battery installed, the bat-
tery will discharge, and battery life will be reduced. In
addition, a faulty battery might damage the notebook.
Store your notebook in a cool, dry location.
Temperatures should remain between -25ºC (13ºF)
and 60ºC (140ºF).
Traveling with your LifeBook notebook
Do not transport your notebook while it is turned on.
Do not check your notebook as baggage. Carry it with
you.
Never put your notebook through a metal detector.
Have your notebook hand-inspected by security per-
sonnel. You can, however, put your notebook through
a properly tuned X-ray machine. To avoid problems,
place your notebook close to the entrance of the
machine and remove it as soon as possible or have
your notebook hand-inspected by security personnel.
Security officials may require you to turn your note-
book On. Make sure you have a charged battery on
hand.
When traveling with the hard drive removed, wrap the
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
overseas. Check the following diagram to determine
which adapter you'll need or ask your travel agent.
Outlet Type
United States, Canada, Mexico, parts
of Latin America, Japan, Korea, the
Russia and the Commonwealth of
Independent States (CIS), most of
Europe, parts of Latin America, the
Middle East, parts of Africa, Hong
Kong, India, most of South Asia
United Kingdom, Ireland, Malaysia,
Singapore, parts of Africa
China, Australia, New Zealand
Location
Philippines, Taiwan
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