Panasonic CF-27LBAGHEM - Toughbook 27 - PIII 500 MHz Operating Instructions Manual

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20 OperationHandling and MaintenanceEnvironmentPlace the computer on a flat stable surface.In use: Temperature: 5 °C to 35 °C {41 °F to 95 °F}Humidity: 30 % to 80 % RH (No condensation)Not in use: Temperature: -20 °C to 60 °C {-4 °F to 140 °F}Humidity: 30 % to 90 % RH (No condensation)Usage EnvironmentSuch areas may result in damage to the computer.Areas with electronic equipmentThese areas may interfere with your display or causeyour computer to produce strange sounds.Areas with extremely high/low temperaturesPlaces not to use your computerDo not leave things near the computer that are sensitive to heat. During operation, thecomputer may become warm.MaintenanceHandlingDo not use benzene or thinner, or rubbing alcohol.Doing so may be adversely affect the surface, e.g.,discoloration. In addition, do not use commercially-available cleaners and cosmetics, as they may con-tain components harmful to the surface.Do not directly add or spray water or detergent. Ifliquid enters the computer, this may cause the com-puter to work improperly or be damaged.Areas excluding thedisplayFirmly squeeze a soft wetcloth containing water ordetergent (for kitchen use)diluted with water and gen-tly wipe the computer. If adetergent other than a de-tergent for kitchen use isused (e.g., low-alkaline de-tergent), it may adverselyaffect the surface (e.g., dis-coloration).DisplayUse a soft dry cloth like gauze to lightly wipe the display.This computer has been designed so as to minimize shock to the LCD and hard disk drive,the leakage of liquid (e.g., water) from the keyboard, etc., but no warranty is provided againstsuch trouble. Therefore, as a precision instrument, please be extremely careful in the han-dling.Do not drop or hit your computer against solid objects.Do not stand the computer on its side or allow it to tip over. When the computer receives extremelystrong shock after falling, the hard disk or floppy disk drive, etc., may become inoperable.It is a good idea to make backup copies on floppy disks and carry them with you.Do not leave a floppy disk in the drive while transporting your computer.Do not carry your computer when it is ON.Remove all cables before transporting your computer. Having the optional port replicator isvery convenient.We recommend preparing a fully charged battery (and optional charger, if possible).When transporting spare batteries inside a package, briefcase, etc., it is recommended thatthe batteries be stored in a plastic bag.Do not place the computer upright. When the computer receives extremely strong shockafter falling, the hard disk or floppy disk drive, etc., may become inoperable.Do not carry the computer while the display is open, or carry it by gripping the display.Do not put anything (e.g., a piece of paper) between the display and keyboard.Always carry your computer with you. Never check it in with luggage. For use of thecomputer inside an aircraft, we recommend asking the airlines regarding their policy on thisissue.Touch Padpage 17CAUTION