Alcohol or ammonia based sanitation wipes can damage the touchscreen of your Chromebook. Disinfectant wipes may be used on the keyboard and plastic surfaces of the Chromebook.
Screens can be wiped clean with a damp, lint-free cloth or a touch screen cleaning wipe (not alcohol or ammonia based).
Do not use Windex or other glass cleaning solution on the Chromebook screens.
Do not have any food or drinks near the Chromebook.
Cords, cables, and removable storage devices must be inserted carefully into the Chromebook.
Take care when touching the screen. They might react negatively by blurring or cracking themselves if you touch their screen too hard with any object. This includes your finger, a pen, a pencil or any other item.
Do not place your Chromebook on uneven surfaces where they might be subject to an accidental fall.
While the Chromebook cases are sturdy, drops from heights can damage the outside of the Chromebook.
Avoid placing or dropping heavy objects on the top of the Chromebook.
Chromebooks do not like excessive heat or cold. They should not be exposed to over 100 degrees or under 32 degrees. Do NOT put your Chromebook under a blanket, on the dashboard of your car, etc.
Do not block air flow when device is on. While your Chromebook does not get overly hot as a traditional laptop might, it does need to breathe.
Damage, loss, or theft must be reported immediately.
Keep your Chromebook in the case provided to you when not in use. Even when the Chromebook is in your backpack, it should be inside the case provided. (The District is aware that K-3 students do not have cases. These Chromebooks were intended to be left in carts).
Transport Chromebooks with care.
Chromebook lids should always be closed and tightly secured when moving. Do not carry your Chromebook while the screen is open.
Unplug your Chromebook when it is not charging.
Never move a Chromebook by lifting from the screen. Always support a Chromebook from its bottom with lid closed.
If carrying your Chromebook in your backpack, avoid sharp objects in your backpack around your Chromebook, and avoid throwing your backpack or leaving it in places where it can be accidentally kicked.
The Chromebooks hold a charge for between 7-10 hours.
Make sure to plug your Chromebook in each night so that it is fully charged for the morning. There is limited power available at the school and you may not be able to charge it during the day.
The port on the power adapter is fragile – insert and remove with care every time.
Do not carry your Chromebook around with the power adapter plugged in.
When not in use, wrap your Chromebooks power adapter up so the cords don’t become tangled/knotted.
