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16. Battery information

Charging and

discharging

Your device is powered by a
rechargeable battery. The full
performance of a new battery is
achieved only after two or three
complete charge and discharge cycles.
The battery can be charged and
discharged hundreds of times, but it will
eventually wear out. When the talk and
standby times are noticeably shorter
than normal, replace the battery.
Useonly Nokia approved batteries,
andrecharge your battery only with
Nokia approved chargers designated for
this device.
If a replacement battery is being used
for the first time or if the battery has
not been used for a prolonged period,
it may be necessary to connect the
charger then disconnect and reconnect
it to begin charging the battery.
Unplug the charger from the electrical
plug and the device when not in use.
Donot leave a fully charged battery
connected to a charger,
sinceovercharging may shorten its
lifetime. If left unused, a fully charged
battery will lose its charge over time.
If the battery is completely discharged,
it may take a few minutes before the
charging indicator appears on the
display or before any calls can be
made.
Use the battery only for its intended
purpose. Never use any charger or
battery that is damaged.
Do not short-circuit the battery.
Accidental short-circuiting can occur
when a metallic object such as a coin,
clip, or pen causes direct connection of
the positive (+) and negative (-)
terminals of the battery. (These look
like metal strips on the battery.)
This might happen, for example,
when you carry a spare battery in your
pocket or purse. Short-circuiting the
terminals may damage the battery or
the connecting object.
Leaving the battery in hot or cold
places, such as in a closed car in
summer or winter conditions,
willreduce the capacity and lifetime of
the battery. Always try to keep the
battery between 15°C and 25°C (59°F
and 77°F). A device with a hot or cold
battery may not work temporarily,
even when the battery is fully charged.
Battery performance is particularly
limited in temperatures well below
freezing.
Do not dispose of batteries in a fire as
they may explode. Batteries may also
explode if damaged. Dispose of
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