5NOTEThe battery pack may become warm during recharg-ing or normal use. This is completely normal.Recharging will not commence outside of the allow-able temperature range (0 °C to 35 °C (32°F to 95°F)). To allow the battery to charge, adjustments haveto be made to the temperature. Once the allowablerange requirement is satisfied, charging begins auto-matically. Note that the recharging time varies basedon the usage conditions. (Recharging takes longer thanusual when the temperature is 10 °C (48 °F) or less.)If the temperature is low, the operating time is short-ened. Therefore, please use the computer within theallowable temperature range.Although the battery has not begun to run out, the bat-tery indicator may light up red or emit a beep. Thisindicates a significant rise in the temperature of thebattery pack. This is typically caused by the fact thatthe battery pack has been delivering a high level ofpower because the computer has been used with thedisplay at the brightest setting and with the power-saving function off.To protect the battery pack from increases in tempera-ture, the brightness of the display automatically de-creases, allowing the temperature of the battery to drop.In this condition, if the computer is left as is, it willautomatically go off after about three minutes haveelapsed. Within that period, therefore, be sure to con-nect the AC adapter or shut the computer OFF aftersaving any open data (if necessary).Care should be exercised with regard to the following inorder to avoid the possibility of liquid leakage, overheat-ing, or bursting.Avoid HeatDo not throw the battery pack into a fire orexpose it to excessive heat.Do Not DisassembleDo not insert sharp objects into the battery pack,expose it to bumps or shocks, deform, disas-semble, or modify it.Do Not ShortDo not short the positive (+) and negative (-)contacts.Do Not Put into a MicrowaveDo not put the battery into a microwave oven ora pressurized chamber.Avoid Extreme Heat, Cold and Direct SunlightKeep Articles AwayDo not place the battery pack together with ar-ticles such as necklaces or hairpins when carry-ing or storing.Do not touch the terminals on the battery pack. The batterypack may no longer function properly if the contacts are dirtyor damaged.Do not expose the battery to water, or allow it to become wet.If the battery pack will not be used for a long period of time(a month or more), charge the battery pack until the remain-ing battery level becomes 30% to 50% and store it in a cool,dry place.This computer prevents overcharging of the battery by re-charging only when the remaining power is less than approx.95% of capacity.The battery pack is not charged when the computer is firstpurchased. Be sure to charge it before using it for the firsttime. When the AC adapter is connected to the computer,charging begins automatically.Should the battery leak and the fluid get into your eyes, donot rub your eyes. Immediately flush your eyes with clearwater and see a doctor for medical treatment as soon as pos-sible.Discontinue UseShould the battery emit an abnormal odor, be-come hot to the touch, become discolored,change shape, or become in any way differentfrom normal, remove it from the unit or chargerand discontinue use.Do Not Use With Other ComputerThe battery pack is rechargeable and was in-tended for the specified computer or charger.Do not use it with a computer other than the onefor which it was designed.Battery Pack UsageDo not charge, use or leave the battery pack forextended periods where it will be exposed todirect sunlight, in a hot place (in an automobileon a sunny day, for example), or in a cold place.