Removing The Battery Pack - Toshiba PSU31C-RW10AC User Manual

Removing the battery pack

To replace a discharged battery, follow the steps below.
■ When handling battery packs, do not short-circuit the terminals. Also do
not drop, hit or otherwise apply impact; do not scratch or break the
casing and do not twist or bend the battery pack.
■
Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby Mode.
Data is stored in RAM, so if the computer loses power it will be lost.
■
In Hibernation Mode, data will be lost if you remove the battery or
disconnect the AC adaptor before the save is completed. Wait for the
Built-in HDD indicator to go out.
■
Do not touch the latch while holding the computer. Or you may get
injured by the dropped battery by unintentional release of the latch.
1. Save your work.
2. Turn the computer's power off. Make sure the Power indicator is off.
3. Remove all cables connected to the computer.
4. Turn the computer upside down.
5. Slide and hold the battery release latch to free the battery pack after
moving the battery pack lock into its unlock position - then slide the
battery pack out of the computer.
Battery
Installing the battery pack
To install a battery, follow the steps below.
■
The battery pack is a lithium ion battery, which can explode if not
properly replaced, used, handled or disposed of. Dispose of the battery
as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only batteries
recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements.
■
Do not touch the latch while holding the computer. Or you may get
injured by the dropped battery by unintentional release of the latch.
1. Turn the computer's power off.
2. Disconnect all cables connected to the computer.
User's Manual
Pack
Lock
Battery pack
Releasing the battery pack
Power and Power-Up Modes
Battery Release Latch
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