User Manual

"The battery installed is not supported by this system and will not charge. Replace the battery with the
correct Lenovo battery for this system."
Attention: Lenovo has no responsibility for the performance or safety of unauthorized batteries, and
provides no warranties for failures or damage arising out of their use.
DANGER
If the rechargeable battery is incorrectly replaced, there is danger of an explosion. The battery
contains a small amount of harmful substances. To avoid possible injury:
• Replace only with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo.
• Keep the battery away from fire.
• Do not expose it to excessive heat.
• Do not expose it to water or rain.
• Do not short-circuit it.
• Do not drop, crush, puncture, or subject to strong forces. Battery abuse or mishandling can
cause the battery to overheat, which can cause gasses or flame to "vent" from the battery.
To replace the removable battery, do the following:
1. Disable the built-in battery. See “Disabling the built-in battery” on page 102.
2. Ensure that the computer is turned off and disconnected from ac power and all cables.
3. Close the computer display and turn the computer over.
4. Slide the latch
1 to the open position. Then slide and hold the latch 2 to the open position. Remove the
battery
3 .
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