Battery Optimization Procedure (97000)

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TECHNICAL NOTE (97000)

Summary:	Battery Optimization Procedure
Date:	September 29, 1995
Product:	All Toshiba Computers
Problem / Issue:	How to Optimize your Battery Capacity
Solution:	As listed
Additional Information:	None

Performing the following steps on a weekly basis will help to optimize your battery capacity.

1. Turn on the computer with the battery inserted and the AC adapter disconnected.

2. Leave the computer on until it shuts off automatically, indicating that the battery is fully discharged.

3. Plug in the AC adapter and recharge the battery until the indicator panel shows a full charge (100%).

4. Remove the battery.

5. Wait 30 seconds and reinsert the battery.

6. Recharge the battery until the indicator panel shows a full charge (100%).

Note: If your battery life has shown a decrease over time, it may be necessary to repeat steps 1 through 6 two or three times until the battery capacity recovers.

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