Toshiba Satellite A300 series Maintenance Manual page 138

Replacement Procedures
NOTE: Dispose of the used battery pack in accordance with the laws and ordinances of
your local authority.
Installing the battery pack
The following describes the procedure for installing the battery pack (See Figure 4-1).
CAUTION: There is a danger that the lithium ion battery pack may explode if not fitted,
operated, handled, or disposed correctly. Dispose always the used battery
pack in accordance with the laws and ordinances of your local authority.
Use only the batteries approved by Toshiba.
NOTE: Check visually the battery terminals and clean off any dirt with a dry cloth.
1. Turn off the power of the computer.
2. Disconnect the AC adapter and all external devices from the computer.
3. Attach the battery cover to the battery pack.
4. Insert the battery pack
5. Ensure the battery release lock (1) is moved into its locked position
Satellite A300 Maintenance Manual(960-Q08)
Figure 4-2-2 Installing the battery pack
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Lock1