Replacing The Battery - IBM 88371RU Maintenance And Troubleshooting Manual

Replacing the battery

The following information describes information that you must consider when
replacing the battery:
v IBM has designed this product with your safety in mind. The lithium battery must
v If you replace the original lithium battery with a heavy-metal battery or a battery
v To order replacement batteries, call 1-800-426-7378 within the United States, and
Complete the following steps to replace the battery:
be handled correctly to avoid possible danger. If you replace the battery, you
must adhere to the following instructions.
Note: In the U. S., call 1-800-IBM-4333 for information about battery disposal.
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.
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 the server and reset
the system date and time.
Statement 2
CAUTION:
When replacing the lithium battery, use only IBM Part Number 33F8354 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
Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.
1. Read Appendix B, "Safety information," on page 129 and "Installation
guidelines" on page 15.
2. Follow any special handling and installation instructions supplied with the
battery.
3. Turn off the server and all attached devices and disconnect all power cords
and external cables (see "Turning off the server" on page 10); then, remove
the server cover (see "Removing the cover" on page 18).
4. Disconnect any internal cables, as necessary.
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