Cleaning the Cooling module
This section explains how to clean the Cooling module.
If you use the computer for a long period, the inside of the computer may
become hot. Always allow the computer to cool to room temperature
before you clean the cooling module.
1. Before cleaning the Cooling module, you should shut down the
computer and remove the battery pack. Follow the steps as described
below:
a. Shut down the computer - make sure the Power indicator is off
b. Remove the AC adaptor and all cables and peripherals connected
c. Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down.
Always make sure the display panel is closed in Laptop mode before
turning the computer upside down.
d. Remove the battery pack (refer to the
2. Remove the one screw securing the Cooling module cover as shown in
the below figure.
Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver.
3. Slide your fingernail or a thin object under the cover and lift it off.
User's Manual
(refer to the
Turning off the power
Started, if required).
to the computer.
section in Chapter 6,
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1. Cooling module cover
Figure F-1 Removing the cooling module cover
section in Chapter 1,
Replacing the battery pack
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Modes, if required).
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2. Screw
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