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Old 24th December 2004 | 13:39
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Memetic
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... and the (UK) lawyers say.

That because the manual says,"Do not operate your portable computer for an extended period of time with the base resting directly on your body. With extended operation, heat can potentailly build up in the base. Allowing sustained contact with the skin could cause discomfort or, eventually, a burn."

My admission that I use the computer on my lap means the problems are user misuse, so no refund. I have pointed out that this is clearly intended to prevent injury and does not mention fibre injestion, or long term fibre build up and that I do not use the PC directly against my body (That would be stupid as it would obstruct the fans.) No joy...

I'm waiting now to get this in writing, apparently I will be getting token compensation as the retailer feels they have not handled this well. Can't say I disagree!

Happy Christmas everyone!

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