Lenovo THINKCENTRE 8380 : User Guide Desktop PC 8288, 8297, 8326, 8329, 8342, 8380 : Page 7

Important safety information

Note

Please read important safety information first.

This information can help you safely use your desktop or notebook personal

computer. Follow and retain all information included with your computer. The

information in this document does not alter the terms of your purchase agreement

or the Lenovo

™

Statement of Limited Warranty.

Customer safety is important. Our products are developed to be safe and effective.

However, personal computers are electronic devices. Power cords, power adapters,

and other features can create potential safety risks that can result in physical injury

or property damage, especially if misused. To reduce these risks, follow the

instructions included with your product, observe all warnings on the product and

in the operating instructions, and review the information included in this

document carefully. By carefully following the information contained in this

document and provided with your product, you can help protect yourself from

hazards and create a safer computer work environment.

Note: This information includes references to power adapters and batteries. In

addition to notebook computers, some products (such as speakers and

monitors) ship with external power adapters. If you have such a product,

this information applies to your product. In addition, your computer

product contains a coin-sized internal battery that provides power to your

system clock even when the machine is unplugged, so the battery safety

information applies to all computers.

Conditions that require immediate action

Products can become damaged due to misuse or neglect. Some product damage

is serious enough that the product should not be used again until it has been

inspected and, if necessary, repaired by an authorized servicer.

As with any electronic device, pay close attention to the product when it is

turned on. On very rare occasions, you might notice an odor or see a puff of

smoke or sparks vent from your machine. Or you might hear sounds like

popping, cracking or hissing. These conditions might merely mean that an

internal electronic component has failed in a safe and controlled manner. Or,

they might indicate a potential safety issue. However, do not take risks or

attempt to diagnose the situation yourself contact the Customer Support Center.

Frequently inspect your computer and its components for damage or wear or

signs of danger. If you have any question about the condition of a component,

do not use the product. Contact the Customer Support Center or the product

manufacturer for instructions on how to inspect the product and have it

repaired, if necessary.

In the unlikely event that you notice any of the conditions listed below, or if

you have any safety concerns with your product, stop using the product and

unplug it from the power source and telecommunication lines until you can