Nokia 5310 WHITE User Manual - Page 44

Battery information Charging and discharging Your device is powered by a rechargeable battery. 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. Use only Nokia approved batteries, and recharge 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. Do not leave a fully charged battery connected to a charger, since overcharging may shorten its lifetime. If left unused, a fully charged battery will lose its charge over time. 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, 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 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 batteries according to local regulations. Please recycle when possible. Do not dispose as household waste. Do not dismantle or shred cells or batteries. In the event of a battery leak, do not allow the liquid to come in contact with the skin or eyes. In the event of such a leak, flush your skin or eyes immediately with water, or seek medical help. If the battery is completely discharged, it may take several minutes before the charging indicator appears on the Nokia battery authentication display or before any calls can be made. guidelines Use the battery only for its intended purpose. Never use any charger or battery that is damaged. Always use original Nokia batteries for your safety. To check that you are getting an original Nokia battery, Do not short-circuit the battery. Accidental short-circuiting purchase it from an authorised Nokia dealer, and inspect can occur when a metallic object such as a coin, clip, or pen the hologram label using the following steps: causes direct connection of the positive (+) and negative Successful completion of the steps is not a total (-) terminals of the battery. (These look like metal strips assurance of the authenticity of the battery. If you have on the battery.) This might happen, for example, when you any reason to believe that your battery is not an carry a spare battery in your pocket or purse. Short- authentic, original Nokia battery, you should refrain 43