Section 4A: Safety 261

Caring for the Battery

Protecting Your Battery

The guidelines listed below help you getthe mostout of your battery’s
performance.
䢇Use only Sprint-approved batteries and desktop chargers. These
chargers are designed to maximize battery life. Using other batteries or
chargers voids your warranty and may cause damage.
䢇In order to avoid damage, charge the battery only in temperatures that
range from 32° F to 113° F (0° C to 45° C).
䢇Don’tuse the battery charger in directsunlight or in high humidity
areas, such as the bathroom.
䢇Never dispose of the battery by incineration.
䢇Keep the metal contacts on top of the battery clean.
䢇Don’tattemptto disassemble or short-circuit the battery.
䢇The battery may need recharging if ithas notbeen used for a long period
of time.
䢇It’s bestto replace the battery when itno longer provides acceptable
performance. Itcan be recharged hundreds of times before itneeds
replacing.
䢇Don’tstore the battery in high temperature areas for long periods of
time. It’s bestto follow these storage rules:
Less than one month:
-4° F to 140° F (-20° C to 60° C)
More than one month:
-4° F to 113° F (-20° C to 45° C)

Disposalof Lithium Ion (LiIon) Batteries

For safe disposal options of your LiIon batteries, contactyour nearestSprint
authorized service center.
Special Note:Be sure to dispose of your battery properly. In some areas,
the disposal of batteries in household or business trash may
be prohibited.
Note:For safety, do nothandle a damaged or leaking LiIon battery.
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