On 8/31/03 6:04 PM, "Jackie" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Spew into the Cybertrough:
> >> Greetings, >> >> The yo-yo adaptor on my pismo died today. For the last week or so I've >> noticed that it's been very particular about sending power to the >> machine, even when it appeared to be plugged in (at both ends). After >> some experimentation with a multimeter and checking the specifications >> for various Apple power adaptors, I've found that the power adaptor for >> a 1400/cs --- model no. M4896 --- is a (temporary?) solution. The >> machine is running fine and appears to be charging the battery. >> > > Some of the Pismos qualify for a new yo-yo adaptor under a U.S. Apple > exchange program. This includes PowerBook G3 systems shipped from May > 1998 until March 2000. > > Anyone who owns a Wallstreet, Lombard, or Pismo should check to see if > their Powerbook adapter qualifies for the exchange. There is a chance it > could be a fire hazard. 6 adapters have overheated, with no injuries reported. That was for the Brick style adapter..not the Yo yo. -- Kyle H. Hansen "It's Always darkest... right before it gets totally black." -- G-Books is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Refurbished Drives | -- Check our web site for refurbished PowerBooks | & CDRWs on Sale! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> G-Books list info: <http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-books.html> --> AOL users, remove "mailto:"; Send list messages to: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To unsubscribe, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For digest mode, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subscription questions: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Archive: <http://www.mail-archive.com/g-books%40mail.maclaunch.com/> --------------------------------------------------------------- >The Think Different Store http://www.ThinkDifferentStore.com ---------------------------------------------------------------
