General Safety Guidelines; Service And Upgrades - Lenovo ThinkCentre M52 Quick Reference Manual

Center for further guidance. For a list of Service and Support phone
numbers, see "Worldwide telephone list" on page 62.
Frequently inspect your computer and its components for damage, wear, or
signs of danger. If you have any questions about the condition of a
component, do not use the product. Contact the Customer Support Center or
the product manufacturer for instructions on how to inspect the product and
have it repaired, if necessary.
In the unlikely event that you notice any of the following conditions, or if
you have any safety concerns with your product, stop using the product and
unplug it from the power source and telecommunication lines until you can
speak to the Customer Support Center for further guidance.
v Power cords, plugs, power adapters, extension cords, surge protectors, or
power supplies that are cracked, broken or damaged.
v Signs of overheating, smoke, sparks, or fire.
v Damage to a battery (such as cracks, dents, or creases), discharge from a
battery, or a buildup of foreign substances on the battery.
v A cracking, hissing, or popping sound, or strong odor that comes from the
product.
v Signs that liquid has been spilled or an object has fallen onto the computer
product, the power cord, or power adapter.
v The computer product, the power cord, or power adapter has been exposed
to water.
v The product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
v The product does not operate normally when you follow the operating
instructions.
Note: If you notice these conditions with a product (such as an extension cord)
that is not manufactured for or by Lenovo, stop using that product until
you can contact the product manufacturer for further instructions, or
until you get a suitable replacement.

General safety guidelines

Always observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury and
property damage.

Service and upgrades

Do not attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to do so by the
Customer Support Center. Use only a service provider who is approved to
repair your particular product.
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