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Charging the Battery
Charge the battery pack by simply connecting your NEC Versa LitePad tablet PC to an AC
power source (see "Connecting the AC Adapter" in Chapter 2 of the NEC Versa LitePad
Tablet PC User's Guide).
Note
During charging, keep the environmental temperature between 32°F and 104°F
(0°C to 40°C).
To monitor the charging activity, observe the battery LED on the front of the tablet PC. The
battery LED lights as follows:
Lights amber when the battery is charging.
Blinks amber if the battery encounters an error while charging.
Note
See "Determining Battery Status" later in this document to display the Power icon
in the system tray. You can quickly view the battery charging status from this icon. Also, see
the table "Tablet PC Status LEDs" in Chapter 1 of the NEC Versa LitePad Tablet PC User's
Guide for a detailed description of LED status.
Taking Precautions
To prevent accidental battery ignition, rupture, or explosion, adhere to the following
precautions.
replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.
To avoid personal injury and property damage, read these battery precautions on
handling, charging, and disposing of Li-Ion batteries.
Keep the battery away from heat sources including direct sunlight, open fires, microwave
ovens, and high-voltage containers. Temperatures over 140º F (60ºC) may cause
damage.
Do not drop or bump the battery.
Do not disassemble the battery.
Do not solder the battery.
Do not puncture the battery.
Do not use a battery that appears damaged or deformed, has any rust on its casing, is
discolored, overheats, or emits a foul odor.
Keep the battery dry and away from water.
Keep metal objects away from battery connectors. Metal objects in contact with the
connectors can cause a short circuit and damage.
If the battery leaks:
If the battery leaks onto skin or clothing, wash the area immediately with clean water.
Battery fluid can cause a skin rash and damage fabric.
If battery fluid gets into eyes, DO NOT rub; rinse with clear water immediately and
consult a doctor.
Take extra precautions to keep a leaking battery away from fire. There is a danger of
ignition or explosion.
There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly
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