HP Portable PLUS - Removing the Battery

6-4 Removal and Replacement
Portable PLUS Computer
6.3 Removing the Battery
Note: The battery sllould be removed from tile unit only if the battery requires service or re place-
mellt. For non-battery-related service, only disconllect the battery according to section 6.2
above.
WARNING
The battery contains an acid electrolyte that is sealed in; therefore, avoid damaging the battery
case.
Handle a damag ed battery witll care because the acid can caus e burn s.
After disconnecting the battery (section 6.2):
1. Remove the battery and the battery cushion.
Figure 6-5. Removing the Battery
Reassembly Notes: Fold the battery cushion around the battery before inserting both of
them into the battery compartment:
Be sure that the battery's positive (+) terminal is closest to the I/O plate. (See figure 6-4.)
The (new) battery terminal straps must be carefully bent out of the way when inserting the
battery and cushion into the unit's battery compartment.
The battery straps are easily damaged by overbending. They should both be replaced when-
ever the battery is removed from the unit.