Compaq 1800 Laptop User Manual


 
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Your Notebook contains a
lithium ion battery pack.
Improper handling of the
battery pack can 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
60° C (140° F). Replace only
with the Compaq battery pack
specified for your Notebook.
“Caring For Your Battery”
later in this guide.
The battery charges whether
your Notebook is on or off. It
continues charging until the
battery is fully charged or the
AC power is disconnected.
If you will not be using your
Notebook for an extended
period of time, Compaq
recommends that you unplug
the electrical cord from the
socket and remove the battery
while your Notebook is not
in use.
Using Battery Power
Inserting the Battery
To insert your battery into the
battery compartment, complete the
following steps:
1. Push down 1 on the battery
compartment door to remove
the door.
2. Insert 2 the new battery into the battery compartment
with the label side turned up.
3. Close the battery compartment door by gently pushing up
on the door until it snaps into place.
Charging the Battery
To charge the battery, insert the battery in
the battery compartment and connect your
Notebook to AC power. Leave your Notebook
plugged into the electrical socket until the
Battery Charging
icon is no longer
displayed. This ensures that the battery
is fully charged.