Hi, just found this forum.
I just got into my L3800/C (L3800C) to check the ATI fan out (it growls
)
Cleaned it up and applied a small amount of 5-56 - so i'll just wait and see if that did the trick.
I did not find a manual for this model either, and it was really hard to find out how to get into it.
Finally i found a small hole just below the left screen hinge. Press the "button" inside that hole with a small screwdriver and slide the top of the keyboard cover to the left - and then you can start removing the screws under the keyboard. Combined with all the screws under the laptop it will get you in
/K
PS I have some pics as well, but this forum doesnt seem to allow to post pics. PM me if you are interested...