Ibm I series User manual

IBM

ThinkPad

iSeries

External Battery Charger

User’s Guide

IBM

ThinkPad

iSeries

External Battery Charger

User’s Guide

IBM

CAUTION

Read the ThinkPad System Safety Booklet before installing this product.

Note

Be sure to keep your proof of purchase, because it might be required for warranty

services. (See Appendix A.)

First Edition (November 2000)

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Contents

About the External Battery Charger .............1-1

Hardware identification ..................1-1

Using the battery charger .................1-2

About the External Battery Charger (Translate) ..........1-4

Hardware identification .................1-4

Using the battery charger ................1-5

Product service and warranty information ...........1-6

Appendix A. Help and service information...........A-1

Online technical support .................A-1

Telephone technical support ................A-1

Appendix B. Warranty statements..............B-1B-1

IBM Statement of Limited Warranty for United States, Puerto Rico, and

Canada (Part 1 - General Terms) .............B-1

IBM Statement of Warranty Worldwide except Canada, Puerto Rico,

Turkey, United States (Part 1 - General Terms) ........B-5

Part2-Worldwide Country-Unique Terms ..........B-8

Appendix C. Notices ..................C-1

Trademarks ......................C-1

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About the External Battery Charger

This booklet contains information about the IBM

ThinkPad

i Series External

Battery Charger (hereafter called battery charger). You can use the battery

charger for the following ThinkPad Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery packs and

Nickel Metal-Hydride (NiMH) battery packs:

vThinkPad i Series 1200

vThinkPad i Series 1300

Note: For other IBM computers, contact your IBM authorized dealer or IBM

marketing representative to determine whether this charger can be used

with the batteries for those models.

To use the battery charger, you need the ac adapter that was provided with the

ThinkPad computer. This battery charger supports the following ac adapters:

v56W ac adapter

v56W Super Slim ac adapter

v72W ac adapter

This package includes the following items:

vBattery charger

vThis user’s guide

Hardware identification

1. The connector for connecting the battery charger to the battery pack for

ThinkPad i Series 1200 and 1300

2. The connector release buttons, used to connect the battery to the battery

charger or to release it

3. The power-on indicator, which turns green when you connect the ac

adapter to the battery charger

4. The charging indicator, which turns green when charging starts, and turns

off when charging is complete

5. The power jack, where the ac adapter is connected

6. The battery pack for ThinkPad i Series 1200 and 1300 (see note)

Note: For some batteries, the battery packs may look slightly different from

what you see here.

Using the battery charger

To connect the battery charger to the battery pack, do the following:

1. Place the battery pack with the label down.

2. Connect the ac adapter to the power jack of the battery charger, and then

connect the ac adapter to the electric outlet.

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Make sure the power-on indicator on the battery charger is on (green).

3. While pressing and holding the connector release buttons, slide the battery

pack straight into the connector.

Make sure the charging indicator is on (green).

4. When the charging indicator turns off, the battery pack is fully charged.

About the External Battery Charger 1-3

About the External Battery Charger (Translate)

This booklet contains information about the IBM

ThinkPad

i Series External

Battery Charger (hereafter called battery charger). You can use the battery

charger for the following ThinkPad Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery packs and

Nickel Metal-Hydride (NiMH) battery packs:

vThinkPad i Series 1200

vThinkPad i Series 1300

Note: For other IBM computers, contact your IBM authorized dealer or IBM

marketing representative to determine whether this charger can be used

with the batteries for those models.

To use the battery charger, you need the ac adapter that was provided with the

ThinkPad computer. This battery charger supports the following ac adapters:

v56W ac adapter

v56W Super Slim ac adapter

v72W ac adapter

This package includes the following items:

vBattery charger

vThis user’s guide

Hardware identification

1. The connector for connecting the battery charger to the battery pack for

ThinkPad i Series 1200 and 1300

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2. The connector release buttons, used to connect the battery to the battery

charger or to release it

3. The power-on indicator, which turns green when you connect the ac

adapter to the battery charger

4. The charging indicator, which turns green when charging starts, and turns

off when charging is complete

5. The power jack, where the ac adapter is connected

6. The battery pack for ThinkPad i Series 1200 and 1300 (see note)

Note: For some batteries, the battery packs may look slightly different from

what you see here.

Using the battery charger

To connect the battery charger to the battery pack, do the following:

1. Place the battery pack with the label down.

2. Connect the ac adapter to the power jack of the battery charger, and then

connect the ac adapter to the electric outlet.

Make sure the power-on indicator on the battery charger is on (green).

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3. While pressing and holding the connector release buttons, slide the battery

pack straight into the connector.

Make sure the charging indicator is on (green).

4. When the charging indicator turns off, the battery pack is fully charged.

Product service and warranty information

For technical support, support hours, and warranty terms and conditions, see

the enclosed inserts, or contact your IBM reseller or IBM marketing

representative.

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Appendix A. Help and service information

This section contains information on how to obtain online and telephone

technical support.

Online technical support

Online technical support is available during the life of your product. Online

assistance can be obtained through the Personal Computing Support Web site

and the IBM Automated Fax System.

Online technical support

IBM Personal Computing Support Web Site http://www.ibm.com/pc/support

IBM Automated Fax System 1-800-426-3395 (U.S. and Canada)

During the warranty period, assistance for replacement or exchange of

defective components is available. In addition, if your IBM option is installed

in an IBM computer, you might be entitled to service at your location. Your

technical support representative can help you determine the best alternative.

Telephone technical support

Installation and configuration support through the HelpCenter will be

withdrawn or made available for a fee, at IBM’s discretion, 90 days after the

option has been withdrawn from marketing. Additional support offerings,

including step-by-step installation assistance, are available for a nominal fee.

To assist the technical support representative, have available as much of the

following information as possible:

1. Option name

2. Option number

3. Proof of purchase

4. Computer manufacturer, model, serial number (if IBM), and manual

5. Exact wording of the error message (if any)

6. Description of the problem

7. Hardware and software configuration information for your system

If possible, be at your computer. Your technical support representative might

want to walk you through the problem during the call.

For the support telephone number and support hours by country, refer to the

following table or to the enclosed technical support insert. Support phone

numbers are also available by clicking HelpCenter phone list on the IBM

support Web page at http://www.ibm.com/pc/support

If the number is not provided, contact your IBM reseller or IBM marketing

representative. Response time may vary depending on the number and nature

of the calls received.

Support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Canada (Toronto only) 416-383-3344

Canada (all other) 1-800-565-3344

U.S.A./Puerto Rico 1-800-772-2227

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Appendix B. Warranty statements

The warranty statements consist of two parts: Part 1 and Part 2. Part 1 varies

by country. Part 2 is the same for both statements. Be sure to read both the

Part 1 that applies to your country and Part 2.

vUnited States, Puerto Rico, and Canada (Z125-4753-05 11/97) “IBM

Statement of Limited Warranty for United States, Puerto Rico, and Canada

(Part 1 - General Terms)”

vWorldwide except Canada, Puerto Rico, Turkey, and United States

(Z125-5697-01 11/97) “IBM Statement of Warranty Worldwide except Canada,

Puerto Rico, Turkey, United States (Part 1 - General Terms)” on page B-5

vWorldwide Country-Unique Terms “Part2-Worldwide Country-Unique

Terms” on page B-8

IBM Statement of Limited Warranty for United States, Puerto

Rico, and Canada (Part 1 - General Terms)

This Statement of Limited Warranty includes Part 1 - General Terms and Part 2 -

Country-unique Terms. The terms of Part 2 may replace or modify those of Part

1.The warranties provided by IBM in this Statement of Limited Warranty apply only

to Machines you purchase for your use, and not for resale, from IBM or your reseller.

The term ″Machine″means an IBM machine, its features, conversions, upgrades,

elements, or accessories, or any combination of them. The term ″Machine″does not

include any software programs, whether pre-loaded with the Machine, installed

subsequently or otherwise. Unless IBM specifies otherwise, the following warranties

apply only in the country where you acquire the Machine. Nothing in this Statement

of Warranty affects any statutory rights of consumers that cannot be waived or limited

by contract. If you have any questions, contact IBM or your reseller.

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Warranty Period* - One year

*Contact your place of purchase for warranty service information. Some IBM Machines

are eligible for On-site warranty service depending on the country where service is

performed.

The IBM Warranty for Machines

IBM warrants that each Machine 1) is free from defects in materials and

workmanship and 2) conforms to IBM’s Official Published Specifications. The

warranty period for a Machine is a specified, fixed period commencing on its

Date of Installation. The date on your sales receipt is the Date of Installation,

unless IBM or your reseller informs you otherwise.

During the warranty period IBM or your reseller, if approved by IBM to

provide warranty service, will provide repair and exchange service for the

Machine, without charge, under the type of service designated for the Machine

and will manage and install engineering changes that apply to the Machine.

If a Machine does not function as warranted during the warranty period, and

IBM or your reseller are unable to either 1) make it do so or 2) replace it with

one that is at least functionally equivalent, you may return it to your place of

purchase and your money will be refunded. The replacement may not be new,

but will be in good working order.

Extent of Warranty

The warranty does not cover the repair or exchange of a Machine resulting

from misuse, accident, modification, unsuitable physical or operating

environment, improper maintenance by you, or failure caused by a product for

which IBM is not responsible. The warranty is voided by removal or alteration

of Machine or parts identification labels.

THESE WARRANTIES ARE YOUR EXCLUSIVE WARRANTIES AND

REPLACE ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR

IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED

WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS

FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THESE WARRANTIES GIVE YOU

SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS

WHICH VARY FROM JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION. SOME

JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION

OF EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSION

OR LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. IN THAT EVENT, SUCH

WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE WARRANTY

PERIOD. NO WARRANTIES APPLY AFTER THAT PERIOD.

Items Not Covered by Warranty

IBM does not warrant uninterrupted or error-free operation of a Machine.

Unless specified otherwise, IBM provides non-IBM machines WITHOUT

WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND.

Any technical or other support provided for a Machine under warranty, such

as assistance via telephone with ″how-to″questions and those regarding

Machine set-up and installation, will be provided WITHOUT WARRANTIES

OF ANY KIND.

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Warranty Service

To obtain warranty service for the Machine, contact your reseller or IBM. In the

United States, call IBM at 1-800-772-2227. In Canada, call IBM at

1-800-565-3344. You may be required to present proof of purchase.

IBM or your reseller provides certain types of repair and exchange service,

either at your location or at a service center, to keep Machines in, or restore

them to, conformance with their Specifications. IBM or your reseller will

inform you of the available types of service for a Machine based on its country

of installation. IBM may repair the failing Machine or exchange it at its

discretion.

When warranty service involves the exchange of a Machine or part, the item

IBM or your reseller replaces becomes its property and the replacement

becomes yours. You represent that all removed items are genuine and

unaltered. The replacement may not be new, but will be in good working order

and at least functionally equivalent to the item replaced. The replacement

assumes the warranty service status of the replaced item.

Any feature, conversion, or upgrade IBM or your reseller services must be

installed on a Machine which is 1) for certain Machines, the designated,

serial-numbered Machine and 2) at an engineering-change level compatible

with the feature, conversion, or upgrade. Many features, conversions, or

upgrades involve the removal of parts and their return to IBM. A part that

replaces a removed part will assume the warranty service status of the

removed part.

Before IBM or your reseller exchanges a Machine or part, you agree to remove

all features, parts, options, alterations, and attachments not under warranty

service.

You also agree to

1. ensure that the Machine is free of any legal obligations or restrictions that

prevent its exchange;

2. obtain authorization from the owner to have IBM or your reseller service a

Machine that you do not own; and

3. where applicable, before service is provided

a. follow the problem determination, problem analysis, and service request

procedures that IBM or your reseller provides,

b. secure all programs, data, and funds contained in a Machine,

c. provide IBM or your reseller with sufficient, free, and safe access to

your facilities to permit them to fulfill their obligations, and

d. inform IBM or your reseller of changes in a Machine’s location.

Appendix B. Warranty statements B-3

IBM is responsible for loss of, or damage to, your Machine while it is 1) in

IBM’s possession or 2) in transit in those cases where IBM is responsible for

the transportation charges.

Neither IBM nor your reseller is responsible for any of your confidential,

proprietary or personal information contained in a Machine which you return

to IBM or your reseller for any reason. You should remove all such information

from the Machine prior to its return.

Production Status

Each IBM Machine is manufactured from new parts, or new and used parts. In

some cases, the Machine may not be new and may have been previously

installed. Regardless of the Machine’s production status, IBM’s appropriate

warranty terms apply.

Limitation of Liability

Circumstances may arise where, because of a default on IBM’s part or other

liability, you are entitled to recover damages from IBM. In each such instance,

regardless of the basis on which you are entitled to claim damages from IBM

(including fundamental breach, negligence, misrepresentation, or other contract

or tort claim), IBM is liable for no more than

1. damages for bodily injury (including death) and damage to real property

and tangible personal property; and

2. the amount of any other actual direct damages, up to the greater of U.S.

$100,000 (or equivalent in local currency) or the charges (if recurring, 12

months’ charges apply) for the Machine that is the subject of the claim.

This limit also applies to IBM’s suppliers and your reseller. It is the

maximum for which IBM, its suppliers, and your reseller are collectively

responsible.

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS IBM LIABLE FOR ANY OF THE

FOLLOWING: 1) THIRD-PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST YOU FOR DAMAGES

(OTHER THAN THOSE UNDER THE FIRST ITEM LISTED ABOVE); 2)

LOSS OF, OR DAMAGE TO, YOUR RECORDS OR DATA; OR 3) SPECIAL,

INCIDENTAL, OR INDIRECT DAMAGES OR FOR ANY ECONOMIC

CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING LOST PROFITS OR

SAVINGS), EVEN IF IBM, ITS SUPPLIERS OR YOUR RESELLER IS

INFORMED OF THEIR POSSIBILITY. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT

ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR

CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR

EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

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IBM Statement of Warranty Worldwide except Canada,

Puerto Rico, Turkey, United States (Part 1 - General Terms)

This Statement of Warranty includes Part 1 - General Terms and Part 2 -

Country-unique Terms. The terms of Part 2 may replace or modify those of Part

1.The warranties provided by IBM in this Statement of Warranty apply only to

Machines you purchase for your use, and not for resale, from IBM or your reseller.