Toshiba Satellite 4030CDT - Disposing of Used Batteries Safely; Conserving Battery Power

Mobile Computing
Conserving battery power
5 Using light pressure, slide the battery toward the contacts in the
battery compartment and hold in place.
6 Slide the battery release panel to the locked position.
CAUTION: Failure to lock the battery cover into position can
result in the battery dislodging from the computer.
7 Turn the computer right side up.
8 Reconnect any cables.
9 Turn on the computer.
Disposing of used batteries safely
You can recharge a battery pack many times, so it should last for
years. When the battery pack needs replacing, the battery light
flashes amber shortly after you have fully recharged the battery.
You must also discard a battery pack if it becomes damaged.
WARNING: The battery can explode if not properly handled or
disposed of. Putting spent batteries in the trash is not only
irresponsible, it may also be illegal.
Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or reg
ulations. Use only batteries recommended by Toshiba as
replacements.
The materials that came with your computer may include an insert
regarding the disposal of batteries. If not, check with your local
government for information on where to recycle of dispose of old
batteries.
Conserving battery power
How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are using
the computer depends on a number of factors, such as:
♦ How the computer is configured.
Part 1: Getting To Know Your Computer