Toshiba PORTABLE PERSONAL COMPUTER L505 - Manual (Page 138)

9-6 User’s Manual
L500/L505/L500D/L505D
Battery
If you suspect a problem with the battery, you should check the status of
the DC IN indicator as well as the Battery indicator. Please refer to
Chapter 6,
Power and Power-up Modes , for more information on these
indicators, together with general battery operation.
Problem Procedure
Battery doesn’t power
the computer The battery may be discharged - connect the AC
adaptor to recharge the battery.
Battery doesn’t
charge when the AC
adaptor is attached
(Battery indicator
does not glow
amber). If the battery is completely discharged, it will not
begin charging immediately, in these instances
you should wait a few minutes before trying again.
If the battery still does not charge, you should
check that the power outlet to which the AC
adaptor is connected is supplying power - this can
be tested by plugging another appliance into it.
Check whether the battery is hot or cold to the
touch - if so, it will not charge properly and should
be allowed to reach room temperature before you
try again.
Unplug the AC adaptor and remove the battery to
make sure its connecting terminals are clean - if
necessary wipe them with a soft dry cloth lightly
dipped in alcohol.
Connect the AC adaptor and replace the battery,
taking care to ensure that it is securely seated in
the computer.
Check the Battery indicator - if it does not glow,
allow the computer to charge the battery for at
least twenty minutes. If the Battery indicator
starts to glow after this period, allow the battery to
continue to charge for at least another twenty
minutes before turning on the computer. However,
if the indicator still does not glow, the battery may
be at the end of its operating life and should be
replaced. However, if you do not believe the
battery is at the end of its operating life, you
should speak to your reseller, dealer or service
provider.
Battery doesn’t power
the computer as long
as expected If you frequently recharge a partially charged
battery, the battery might not charge to its full
potential - in these instances you should fully
discharge the battery and then attempt to charge
it again.
Check the Power saver option under Select a
power plan in the Power Options.