Msg: 5369 *Conference*

08-22-94 22:37:07

From: RICHARD HANSON

To : IRV SHERMAN

Subj: REPLY TO MSG #5361 (STORAGE OF M100)

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Excellent question, Irv.  Here are a few thoughts...

* Yes, if you're going to store your Model 100 for an extended period of time,
remove the batteries so there's no chance of acid damage.

* Turning off the memory power is a moot point without batteries in the
machines since the machine will go completely dead once the nicad drains.

* Will having no power in the machine for an extended period of time hurt the
Model 100?  No, I doubt it unless others here online provide alternative
issues.

* Will a worked-nicad take a charge after being totally drained and stored for
an extended period of time with being keep active?  Don't know ... probably if
will take a charge but may need to be charged for several minutes or hours or
days.  I'm not sure of the dynamics but I'm pretty sure it's not a big deal
Others may shed more light on this subject.

* Is it a big deal if the nicad does not recharge in the future?  No.  It's a
simple de-solder, re-solder process to replace the nicad on the motherboard.

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Overall, I'd say do it and don't worry about it.  I think the main issue is
battery acid damage to a machine, unused for a long period of time.  The
reality of having acid damage is greater then the probability of having to
replace the nicad down the road.

Hope this helps. -Rick-