Dell PP01S User Manual

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NOTE: To extend battery life, store batteries at room temperature.Charging the BatteryEach time you connect the computer to an electrical outlet or install a battery in a computer thatis connected to an electrical outlet, the computer checks the battery's charge. The AC adaptercharges the battery (if needed) and then maintains the battery's charge.NOTE: For maximum battery performance, charge the battery only at roomtemperature.The battery status indicator (see Figure 1) turns orange while the battery is charging and thenturns green when the charge cycle is complete. It takes about 1.5 hours to completely chargethe battery, whether the computer is turned on or off.Figure 1. Battery Status Indicator1 Battery status indicatorNOTE: You can leave the battery in the computer as long as you like. The battery'sintegrated circuitry prevents the battery from overcharging.Charging a Hot BatteryIf your battery is hot from being used in your computer or being in a hot environment, take noteof the following precautions:A hot battery will not charge when you connect the AC adapter to the computer. Thissafety feature is important because charging a hot battery shortens the battery’s life spanlBatteries: Dell Latitude LS Portable Computers User's Guidefile:///C|/Documents and Settings/Administrator/De...w Web/Documentation/LS/LS User's Guide/battery.htm (3 of 9) [5/31/2000 9:46:08 AM]