IBM ThinkPad T42 Series Laptop Battery

To better use your ibm thinkpad t42 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 t42 series battery is to ensure that it always works well within its designed operating limits.

2. Do not modify or disassemble ibm thinkpad t42 series battery, as the materials inside may be toxic and may damage skin and clothes.

3. Do not attempt to short circuit the terminals or store your laptop battery pack with metal objects such as aglet. Doing so can damage the product and generate heat that can cause burnout.

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

5. Never insert ibm thinkpad t42 series battery with the positive and negative poles reversed as this can cause permanent damage to the battery which may swell or rupture.

6. Never attempt to charge ibm thinkpad t42 series battery which has been physically damaged.

7. Do not place battery in device for a long period of time if device is not being used.

8. Do not pierce, hit, step on, crush or abuse the ibm thinkpad t42 series battery.

9. 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.

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