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2. Safety first
All the different parts and how to look after them.
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2.1 LCD screen
The screen is acrylic, but it’s one of the most delicate parts of your
Freedom Mini-laptop. Here are a few pointers for looking after it:
Use a clean cloth to wipe the screen, being careful not to scratch it.•
Use a carry case to protect it. •
Open and close your Freedom Mini-laptop gently. •
Be careful not to drop anything on your Freedom Mini-laptop, or spill •
your tea on it.
Don’t use chemical cleaners, or wipe the screen with your hand.•
2.2 Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
The Hard Disk Drive is the bit that stores all your data, look after it by keeping
your Freedom Mini-laptop steady when in use.
2.3 Battery pack
The battery likes temperatures between 20°C-30°C, anything else •
may shorten its life.
The battery will short circuit if punctured or reassembled.•
Don’t put the battery near or into the fire – it might explode.•
Your Local Authority will be able to tell you how you can •
recycle your battery.
2.4 Keyboard
It’s easy for your keyboard to get grubby, here are a few tips for a
spring clean:
Use a little brush to remove dust from between the keys, then moisten •
a cloth with water and wipe the keys gently.
Avoid using too much water – if water seeps into the keyboard, •
its circuit board could be damaged.
2.5 Touchpad
The touchpad is pressure sensitive, so be careful not to scratch it or •
rest anything heavy on it.
If it’s dirty, moisten a soft cloth and wipe the pad smoothly.•
