Routine Care

Hardware maintenance
Routine Care 3
Battery pack
If the computer will be unused for a week or more, turn off the
power. If the computer will be unused and disconnected from
external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery pack
and store it separately. To prolong the charge of a stored battery
pack, place it in a cool, dry place.
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WARNING: To avoid potential safety issues, use only the battery pack
provided with the computer, a replacement battery pack provided by
HP, or a compatible battery pack purchased as an accessory from HP.
Use the following table to estimate how long you can safely store
a battery pack. The storage times provided are based on a battery
pack that contains 50 percent of a full charge.
A battery pack that has been fully charged can be safely stored for
a longer time. If a battery pack has been stored for one month or
more, calibrate the battery pack before using it.
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or burns, do not disassemble,
crush, or puncture a battery pack; short the external contacts on a
battery pack; or dispose of a battery pack in fire or water. Do not
expose a battery pack to temperatures above 60°C (140°F).
Temperature
Range °F
Temperature
Range °C Safe Storage Time
115° to 140° 46° to 60° Less than 1 month
79° to 113° 26° to 45° No more than 3 months
32° to 77° 0° to 25° 1 year