5NOTICEl Do not place the computer near a television or radio receiver.l Keep the computer away from magnets. Data stored on the flash memorymay be lost.l This computer is not intended for the display of images for use in medicaldiagnosis.l This computer is not intended for a use with connection of medical equip-ment for the purpose of medical diagnosis.l Panasonic shall not be liable for loss of data or other incidental or conse-quential damages resulting from the use of this product.l Do not touch the terminals on the battery pack. The battery pack may nolonger function properly if the contacts are dirty or damaged.l Do not expose the battery pack to water, or allow it to become wet.l If the battery pack will not be used for a long period of time (a month ormore), charge or discharge (use) the battery pack until the remaining bat-tery level becomes 30% to 40% and store it in a cool, dry place.l This computer prevents overcharging of the battery by recharging onlywhen the remaining power is less than approx. 95% of capacity.l The battery pack is not charged when the computer is first purchased. Besure to charge it before using it for the first time. When the AC adaptor isconnected to the computer, charging begins automatically.l Should the battery leak and the fluid get into your eyes, do not rub youreyes. Immediately flush your eyes with clear water and see a doctor formedical treatment as soon as possible.NOTEl The battery pack may become warm during recharging or normal use. Thisis completely normal.l Recharging will not commence if internal temperature of the battery pack isoutside of the allowable temperature range (0 °C to 50 °C).( Operating Instructions - Reference Manual “Basic Operation” “Bat-tery Power”) Once the allowable range requirement is satisfied, chargingbegins automatically. Note that the recharging time varies based on the us-age conditions. (Recharging takes longer than usual when the temperatureis 10 °C or below.)l If the temperature is low, the operating time is shortened. Only use the com-puter within the allowable temperature range.l The battery pack is a consumable item. If the amount of time the computercan be run by using a particular battery pack becomes dramatically shorterand repeated recharging does not restore its performance, the battery packshould be replaced with a new one.l When transporting a spare battery inside a package, briefcase, etc., it isrecommended that it be placed in a plastic bag so that its contacts areprotected.l Always power off the computer when it is not in use. Leaving the computeron when the AC adaptor is not connected will exhaust the remaining batterycapacity.l To minimize deterioration of the built-in bridge battery, connect the computerto the AC adaptor and recharge it for approximately 2 hours about onceevery year.THIS PRODUCT IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE AS, OR AS PART OF,NUCLEAR EQUIPMENT/SYSTEMS, AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL EQUIP-MENT/SYSTEMS, AIRCRAFT COCKPIT EQUIPMENT/SYSTEMS, MEDI-CAL DEVICES OR ACCESSORIES*3, LIFE SUPPORT SYSTEMS OROTHER EQUIPMENTS/DEVICES/SYSTEMS THAT ARE INVOLVED WITHENSURING HUMAN LIFE OR SAFETY. PANASONIC WILL NOT BE RE-SPONSIBLE FOR ANY LIABILITY RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THISPRODUCT ARISING OUT OF THE FOREGOING USES.*3 As defined by the European Medical Device Directive (MDD) 93/42/EEC.Panasonic cannot guarantee any specifications, technologies, reliability,safety (e.g. Flammability/Smoke/Toxicity/Radio Frequency Emission, etc.)requirements related to aviation standards that exceed the specifications ofour COTS (Commercial-Off-The-Shelf) products.This computer is not intended for use in medical equipment including life-support systems, air traffic control systems, or other equipment, devices orsystems that are involved with ensuring human life or safety. Panasonic cannotbe held responsible in any way for any damages or loss resulting from the useof this unit in these types of equipment, devices or systems, etc.As with any portable computer device precautions should be taken to avoidany damage. The following usage and handling procedures are recommended.Before putting the computer away, be sure to wipe off any moisture.