IBM 240 Laptop User Manual


 
Safety information
Note: In the U.K., by law:
The telephone line cable must be connected after the
power cord.
The power cord must be disconnected after the telephone
line cable.
DANGER
The lithium battery contains lithium and can explode if
not properly used, handled, or disposed of. Do not dis-
assemble, incinerate, or short-circuit the rechargeable
battery pack. Do not put it in trash that is disposed of in
landfills. Dispose of it as required by local ordinances or
regulations. In the United States, call IBM at
1-800-IBM-4333 for information on disposal.
Do not: (1) throw or immerse into water, (2) heat to more
than 100°C (212°F), or (3) attempt to repair or disas-
semble. Dispose of it as required by local ordinances or
regulations.
CAUTION:
The fluorescent lamp in the liquid crystal display (LCD) contains
mercury. Do not put it in trash that is disposed of in landfills.
Dispose of it as required by local ordinances or regulations.
The LCD is made of glass, and rough handling or dropping the
computer can cause the LCD to break. If the LCD breaks and
the internal fluid gets into your eyes or on your hands, imme-
diately wash the affected areas with water for at least 15
minutes; then get medical care if any symptoms are present
after washing.
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