IBM THINKPAD T41 SERIES Laptop Battery

To better use your ibm thinkpad t41 series battery, please take care of the precautions listed below :
1. The simplest and most obvious way of getting the maximum life out of ibm thinkpad t41 series battery is to ensure that it always works well within its designed operating limits. There are however some further actions which can be taken to increase the battery life.

2. Do not modify or disassemble ibm thinkpad t41 series battery, as the materials inside may be toxic and may damage skin and clothes.

3. Caution must be given to prevent accidental short-circuiting of the ibm thinkpad t41 series battery.

4. Do not incinerate or expose battery to excessive heat, which may cause the battery to rupture.

5. Never solder anything directly to ibm thinkpad t41 series battery. This can destroy the safety features of the battery by damaging the safety vent inside the cap. Permanent connections to an energy cell may be made by spot welding solder tags to the terminals. A soldered connection can subsequently be made to the tag.

6. Never insert ibm thinkpad t41 series battery with the positive and negative poles reversed as this can cause permanent damage to the battery which may swell or rupture.

7. Do not pierce, hit, step on, crush or abuse the laptop battery.

8. Store the batteries in a cool place and when in use don't allow them to remain in environments which may be subject to overheating.

9. Batteries should always be charged prior to use. Be sure to charge correctly.