When the battery is running out of power and your phone only has a few
minutes of talk time remaining, a warning tone sounds and the Battery
low message appears briefly. When no talk time is left, a warning tone is
sounded and the phone switches itself off.
Do not short-circuit the battery. Accidental short-circuiting can occur when
a metallic object, like a coin, a clip, or a pen causes a direct connection of
the + and - terminals of the battery, which are metal strips on the edge
of the battery.
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An example of short-circuiting could occur if you carry a spare battery in
your pocket or purse, where the battery could come into contact with
such objects like a coin. Short-circuiting could damage either the battery
or the connecting object.
Leaving the battery in hot or cold places, such as in a closed car in either
summer or winter conditions, will reduce 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 phone with a hot or cold battery might not work temporarily, even if the
battery is fully charged. The performance of Li-Ion batteries is particularly
limited in temperatures below 0°C (32°F).
The following list provides a guideline that you can follow:
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When the operating time (talk time and standby time) is noticeably
shorter than normal, buy a new battery.
•
Use the battery only for its intended purpose.
•
Never use any charger or battery that is damaged and/or worn out.
•
Batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly. Do not dispose of
batteries by putting them in fire!
•
When you disconnect the power cord of any accessory, grasp and pull
the plug, not the cord.
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• IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
This section provides additional safety information. A brief overview of
safety can be found in “For your safety” on page 1.
Traffic safety
Do not use a hand-held telephone while driving a vehicle. If you are using
a hand-held phone, park the vehicle before conversing. Always secure the
phone in its holder; do not place the phone on the passenger seat or where
it can break loose in a collision or sudden stop. The use of an alert device
to operate a vehicle’s lights or horn on public roads is not permitted.
Remember, road safety always comes first!