Suggestions for using and storing the battery are included in the computer user guide. Here are some other suggestions:
Store the battery between 20 ° C and 25 ° C with a charge of 80-90%.
Do not disassemble, squeeze or puncture the battery, or shorten the external contacts of the battery.
WARNING: Keep the battery out of the reach of children. The battery can cause suffocation and poisoning.
Do not expose the battery to high temperatures for extended periods of time. Exposure to high temperatures for extended periods of time (such as inside a car) can accelerate battery ageing.
Long-term battery life:
Charge the battery to between 80-90%.
Place the notebook in transfer mode according to the user guide. See your computer user guide to check if your computer supports this feature.
Check the battery level every three months. If the battery charge is less than 50%, recharge it to 80-90% and repeat the steps described in the user guide to put the computer back into transfer mode.
Note: For steps to enter transfer mode, see the “Battery Storage Tips” section in this document.
For best performance, use only the battery that came with your computer, a spare battery for your notebook, or a compatible battery that you purchased as an accessory. If you have the choice of using multiple types of batteries with your computer, use the largest battery type.
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