MacBook Air Important Product Information Guide This Important Product Information Guide contains safety, product. Make sure the AC plug or AC power cord is fully handling, disposal and recycling, regulatory, and software inserted into the power adapter before plugging the adapter license information, as well as the one-year limited warranty into a power outlet. for your MacBook Air. The power adapter may become very warm during normal use. The MagSafe 2 Power Adapter complies with the Read all safety information and operating user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the ± instructions below before using MacBook Air to International Standard for Safety of Information Technology avoid injury. For a downloadable version of the Equipment (IEC 60950-1). MacBook Air Quick Start guide and the latest To reduce the possibility of overheating the power adapter or version of this Important Product Information Guide, of heat-related injuries, do one of the following: visit: support.apple.com/manuals/macbookair  Plug the power adapter directly into a power outlet. AC plug MagSafe 2 connector Important Safety and Handling Information WARNING: Failure to follow these safety instructions could MagSafe 2 Power Adapter result in fire, electric shock, or other injury or damage to MacBook Air or other property.  If you’re using the AC power cord, place the power adapter on a desk, table, or on the floor in a well-ventilated Built-in battery Do not remove the battery from your location. MacBook Air. The battery should be replaced only by an AC power cord MagSafe 2 connector Apple Authorized Service Provider. Discontinue use of your MacBook Air if it’s dropped or appears crushed, bent, deformed, or damaged. Do not expose your MacBook Air to extreme heat sources, such as radiators or fireplaces, where temperatures might exceed 212°F (100°C). Proper handling The bottom of your MacBook Air may MagSafe 2 Power Adapter become very warm during normal use. The MacBook Air complies with the user-accessible surface temperature Disconnect the power adapter and disconnect any other limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of cables if any of the following conditions exists: Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950-1).  You want to clean the case (use only the recommended To operate the computer safely and reduce the possibility of procedure described on the next page). heat-related injuries, follow these guidelines:  The power cord or plug becomes frayed or otherwise  Set up your MacBook Air on a stable work surface that damaged. allows for adequate air circulation under and around  Your MacBook Air or power adapter is exposed to rain, the computer. excessive moisture, or liquid spilled into the case.  Do not operate your MacBook Air on a pillow, blanket,  Your MacBook Air or power adapter has been dropped, or other soft material, because the material can block the case has been damaged, or you suspect that service the airflow vents. or repair is required.  Never place anything over the keyboard when operating The MagSafe 2 power port (where you plug in the MagSafe 2 your MacBook Air. connector) contains a magnet that can erase data on a credit  Do not push objects into the ventilation openings. card, iPod, or other device. To preserve your data, do not place  If your MacBook Air is on your lap and gets uncomfortably these or other magnetically sensitive material or devices warm, remove it from your lap and place it on a stable within 1 inch (25 mm) of this port. work surface. If debris gets into the MagSafe 2 power port, remove it gently Water and wet locations Keep your MacBook Air away with a dry cotton swab. from sources of liquid, such as drinks, washbasins, bathtubs, MagSafe 2 power specifications: shower stalls, and so on. Protect your MacBook Air from Frequency: 50 to 60 Hz, single phase dampness or wet weather, such as rain, snow, and fog. Line Voltage: 100 to 240 V 45W MagSafe 2 Power Adapter Use only the power adapter that came with your MacBook Air, or an Apple- Output Voltage: 14.85 V DC, 3.05 A authorized power adapter that is compatible with this Hearing damage Permanent hearing loss may occur if spray liquid directly on the computer. Do not use aerosol earbuds or headphones are used at high volume. You can sprays, solvents, or abrasives that might damage the finish. adapt over time to a higher volume of sound that may Cleaning the MacBook Air screen To clean your sound normal but can be damaging to your hearing. MacBook Air screen, first shut down your MacBook Air and If you experience ringing in your ears or muffled speech, unplug the power adapter. Then dampen a clean, lint-free stop listening and have your hearing checked. The louder cloth with just water and wipe the screen. Do not spray liquid the volume, the less time is required before your hearing directly on the screen. could be affected. Hearing experts suggest that to protect your hearing:  Limit the amount of time you use earbuds or headphones Understanding Ergonomics at high volume. Here are some tips for setting up a healthy work environment.  Avoid turning up the volume to block out noisy surroundings.  Turn the volume down if you can’t hear people speaking Keyboard and Trackpad near you. When you use the keyboard and trackpad, your shoulders should be relaxed. Your upper arm and forearm should form High-risk activities This computer is not intended for use an angle that is slightly greater than a right angle, with your in the operation of nuclear facilities, aircraft navigation or wrist and hand in roughly a straight line. communications systems, air traffic control systems, or for any other uses where a failure of the computer system could lead to death, personal injury, or severe environmental damage. Operating environment Operating your MacBook Air outside these ranges may affect performance: Operating temperature: 50° to 95° F (10° to 35° C) Storage temperature: -4° to 113° F (-20° to 45° C) This Not this Relative humidity: 5% to 90% (noncondensing) Use a light touch when typing or using the trackpad and Operating altitude: 0 to 10,000 feet (0 to 3048 meters) keep your hands and fingers relaxed. Avoid rolling your thumbs under your palms. Carrying your MacBook Air If you carry your MacBook Air in a bag or briefcase, make sure that there are no loose items (such as paper clips or coins) that could accidentally get inside the computer through vent openings or get stuck inside a port. Also, keep magnetically sensitive items away from the MagSafe 2 power port. Using connectors and ports Never force a connector into a port. When connecting a device, make sure the port is This Not this free of debris, that the connector matches the port, and Change hand positions often to avoid fatigue. Some that you have positioned the connector correctly in relation computer users might develop discomfort in their hands, to the port. wrists, or arms after intensive work without breaks. If you Handling glass parts Your MacBook Air contains glass begin to develop chronic pain or discomfort in your hands, components, including the display and trackpad. If they wrists, or arms, consult a qualified health specialist. are damaged, don’t use your MacBook Air until it has been repaired by an Apple Authorized Service Provider. External Mouse Storing your MacBook Air If you are going to store your If you use an external mouse, position the mouse at the same MacBook Air for an extended period of time, keep it in a cool height as the keyboard and within a comfortable reach. location (ideally, 71° F or 22° C) and discharge the battery to 50 percent. When storing your computer for longer than five Chair months, discharge the battery to approximately 50 percent. An adjustable chair that provides firm, comfortable support To maintain the capacity of the battery, recharge the battery is best. Adjust the height of the chair so your thighs are to 50 percent every six months or so. horizontal and your feet are flat on the floor. The back of the Cleaning your MacBook Air When cleaning the outside chair should support your lower back (lumbar region). Follow of your MacBook Air and its components, first shut down the manufacturer’s instructions for adjusting the backrest to your MacBook Air, and then unplug the power adapter. Then fit your body properly. dampen a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe the MacBook Air exterior. Avoid getting moisture in any openings. Do not You might have to raise your chair so that your forearms and Apple Hardware Test hands are at the proper angle to the keyboard. If this makes You can use the Apple Hardware Test (AHT) application it impossible to rest your feet flat on the floor, you can use to help determine if there’s a problem with one of the a footrest with adjustable height and tilt to make up for any computer’s components, such as the memory or processor. gap between the floor and your feet. Or you can lower the desktop to eliminate the need for a footrest. Another option To use Apple Hardware Test: Disconnect all external devices is to use a desk with a keyboard tray that’s lower than the from your computer except the power adapter. Restart your regular work surface. computer and hold down the D key as it starts up. When the AHT chooser screen appears, select the language for your Built-In Display location.