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6–2 Mobile Internet PC User’s Guide
Presario 700 Series
Caring for Your Battery
Battery Care
Using the Battery
When AC wall outlets are not available or convenient, the battery
becomes the “lifeline” of your Notebook. In this section you will
become familiar with the following:
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Using the Battery
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Storing the Battery
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Recycling the Battery
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WARNING: If your Notebook contains a lithium battery pack,
improper handling of the battery pack may result in fire and
chemical burns. Do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short
external contacts, dispose of in water or fire, or expose it to
temperatures higher than 140° F (60° C). Replace only with the
Compaq battery pack specified for your Notebook.
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See also
“Using Battery Power” in Chapter 3 of this guide for
inserting, removing, and charging your battery.
Tip
For safety reasons, when operating under AC power,
Compaq recommends that you keep a battery installed. This
ensures that you have a charged battery when you need it.