Health and safety

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Health and safety

Battery safety

Your Toshiba phone is powered by a rechargeable Lithium ion (Li-ion) 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, it is recommended that you buy a new battery.

•A new battery, or one that has not been used for a long time, could have reduced capacity during initial use.

•Only use batteries approved by Toshiba, and only recharge the battery with the recommended charger supplied by Toshiba.

•Stop using the battery if you detect any abnormalities, such as odour, discolouration or heat during use, charging or storage.

•Do not use your Toshiba phone with a damaged battery.

•When the charger is not in use, disconnect it from the power source.

•Do not leave the battery connected to the charger and power source for longer than necessary as overcharging will shorten the lifespan of the battery.

•Do not short-circuit the battery. Accidental short-circuiting can occur when a metallic object causes a direct connection between the + and - terminals of the battery.

•Do not leave the battery in areas of extreme cold or heat as this will affect the performance of the battery. Areas of extreme cold include a refrigerator, and areas of extreme heat include a car exposed to direct sunlight.

•In the unlikely event of a battery leak, take care to keep the battery discharge away from your eyes and skin. If the leakage does come into contact with eyes or skin, flush thoroughly with clean water and consult a doctor.

•Do not dispose of the battery in a fire.

•Do not dispose of the battery in an ordinary bin. The battery contains toxic chemicals and must be disposed of appropriately. Contact your local authorities for more information.