16 Quick Reference GuideCAUTION: Do not dispose of batteries with household waste. When your batteryno longer holds a charge, call your local waste disposal or environmental agencyfor advice on disposing of a lithium-ion battery (see "Battery Disposal" in theProduct Information Guide).CAUTION: Misuse of the battery may increase the risk of fire or chemical burn.Do not puncture, incinerate, or disassemble the battery, and do not expose thebattery to temperatures above 65°C (149°F). Keep the battery away from children.Handle damaged or leaking batteries with extreme care. Damaged batteries mayleak and cause personal injury or equipment damage.Checking the Battery ChargeThe Dell QuickSet Battery Meter, the Microsoft Windows XP Power Meterwindow and icon, the Microsoft Windows Vista Power Meter windowand icon, the battery charge gauge and health gauge, and the low-batterywarning provide information on the battery charge.Dell QuickSet Battery MeterIf Dell QuickSet is installed, press to display the QuickSetBattery Meter. The Battery Meter displays status, battery health, charge level,and charge completion time for the battery in your computer.For more information about QuickSet, right-click the QuickSet icon in thetaskbar, and click Help.Microsoft Windows Vista Power MeterThe Windows Vista Power Meter indicates the remaining battery charge.To check the Power Meter, move your cursor over the Power icon in theNotification area to display the Power icon flyout.If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the Power icon flyoutdisplays the (plugged in charging) message.Microsoft Windows Power MeterThe Windows Power Meter indicates the remaining battery charge. To checkthe Power Meter, double-click the icon on the taskbar.If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, a icon appears.