IBM THINKCENTRE 8086 User Manual

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Important safety informationThis information can help you safely use your IBM ® personal computer. Followand retain all information included with your IBM computer. The information inthis document does not alter the terms of your purchase agreement or the IBMStatement of Limited Warranty.Customer safety is important to IBM. Our products are developed to be safe andeffective. However, personal computers are electronic devices. Power cords, poweradapters, and other features can create potential safety risks that can result inphysical injury or property damage, especially if misused. To reduce these risks,follow the instructions included with your product, observe all warnings on theproduct and in the operating instructions, and review the information included inthis document carefully. By carefully following the information contained in thisdocument and provided with your product, you can help protect yourself fromhazards and create a safer computer work environment.Note: This information includes references to power adapters and batteries. Inaddition to mobile personal computers, IBM ships some products (such as speakersor monitors) with external power adapters. If you have such a product, thisinformation applies to your product. In addition, your computer product maycontain a coin-sized internal battery that provides power to your system clock evenwhen the machine is unplugged, so the battery safety information applies to allcomputers.Conditions that require immediate actionProducts can become damaged due to misuse or neglect. Some product damageis serious enough that the product should not be used again until it has beeninspected and, if necessary, repaired by an authorized servicer.As with any electronic device, pay close attention to the product when it isturned on. On very rare occasions, you might notice an odor or see a puff ofsmoke or sparks vent from your machine. Or you might hear sounds likepopping, cracking or hissing. These conditions might merely mean that aninternal electronic component has failed in a safe and controlled manner. Or,they might indicate a potential safety issue. However, do not take risks orattempt to diagnose the situation yourself.Frequently inspect your computer and its components for damage or wear orsigns of danger. If you have any question about the condition of a component,do not use the product. Contact the IBM Support Center or the productmanufacturer for instructions on how to inspect the product and have itrepaired, if necessary.In the unlikely event that you notice any of the conditions listed below, or ifyou have any safety concerns with your product, stop using the product andunplug it from the power source and telecommunication lines until you canspeak to the IBM Support Center for further guidance.v Power cords, plugs, power adapters, extension cords, surge protectors, or powersupplies that are cracked, broken or damaged.v Signs of overheating, smoke, sparks or fire.© Copyright IBM Corp. 2004 v