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2.11. Battery Mode
To extend your battery’s performance and lifespan and ensure safe
operation, you should observe the guidelines below:
• Never expose the battery to direct sunlight or heat for extended
periods.
• Do not throw batteries into a fire.
• Failure to comply with these guidelines can result in damage and
possibly even the battery exploding.
• Never open the battery; it does not contain any serviceable parts.
• Avoid dirt and contact with electrically conductive materials or
chemical substances and cleaning agents.
• Use only the supplied mains adaptor to charge the battery.
• Make sure (via the Notebook display or acoustic signal) that the
battery is fully discharged before charging it again.
• Please note: There is a risk of explosion if batteries are incorrectly
replaced.
Only replace the battery with the same battery type or an equiva-
lent type recommended by the manufacturer.
• Always charge the battery until the battery charging light goes
out. Please also observe the information in “Charging the battery”
on page 31 to assess the charge status of your battery.
• Ensure the Notebook is switched off before replacing the battery.
• Batteries are special waste. Dispose of old batteries properly Your
customer service agent is the correct point of contact for this.
