3.
Connect the computer’s power cord to the adapter’s input
socket.
4. Plug the other end of the power cord into a grounded, 120-volt,
AC wall outlet.
Be sure to read “Using the AC Adapter” in Chapter 4 for
information on powering the computer with the AC adapter.
Note
The AC adapter cable has been
designed to prevent it from
being accidentally
disconnected from the computer. To
unplug
the AC adapter, grasp the cable with your thumb on the flat part
of the connector, Then pull it away from the computer, Do not
try to unplug the adapter by pulling on the cord.
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Charging the Battery
The Equity LT-286
contains a rechargeable nickel cadmium
(NiCad) battery pack that powers the computer when you are not
using the AC adapter. Before you use the computer the first time,
you must charge the battery.
When you plugged in the AC adapter in step 2, it started charging
the battery. This happens whenever the adapter is connected to the
computer and plugged into an electrical outlet. Let the battery
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