Section 2A: Your Phone – The Basics 19
Using Your Phone’s Batteryand Charger
WARNING: Use only Sprint-approved or manufacturer-approved
batteries and chargers with your phone. The failure to use a
Sprint-approved or manufacturer-approved battery and charger may
increase the risk thatyour phone will overheat, catch fire, or explode,
resulting in serious bodily injury, death, or property damage.
Sprint- or manufacturer-approved batteries and accessories
can be found atSprintStores or through your phone’s
manufacturer, or call 1-866-343-1114 to order. They’re also
available atwww.sprint.com– click on the Wirelesslink under
“Personal,”and then click Accessoriesunder “Shop Sprint PCS
Online.”

Battery Capacity

Your phone is equipped with a Lithium Polymer battery. It
allows you to recharge your battery before itis fully drained.
The battery provides up to 4.5hours of continuous digital talk
time.
When the battery reaches 5% of its capacity, the battery icon
blinks. When there are approximately two minutes of talk
time left, the phone sounds an audible alertand then powers
down.
Note: Long backlightsettings, searching for service, vibrate mode, and
browser use affectthe battery’s talk and standby times.
Tip: Be sure to watch your phone’s battery level indicator and charge the
battery before itruns outof power.
Phone Basics