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Do not use the battery charger in direct sunlight or in high
humidity areas (such as a bathroom).
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When a battery charger is not in use, disconnect it from
the power source.
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Never dispose of the battery by incineration (fire).
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Keep the metal contacts at the battery base clean.
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Do not attempt to disassemble or short-circuit the battery,
as injuries or burns may result.
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You may need to recharge the battery if it has not been
used for a long period of time.
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Replace the battery when it no longer provides acceptable
performance. It can be charged hundreds of times before it
will need to be replaced.
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Do not allow metal objects or liquids to contact or short-
circuit the battery terminals, as injuries or burns may
result.
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To avoid damage, store the battery in temperatures ranging
from -4° F to 185° F, and avoid leaving the battery unused
for very long periods. Follow these storage rules:
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Less than one month:
-4° F to 140° F (-20° C to 50° C)
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More than one month:
-4° F to 113° F (-20° C to 35° C)
Battery Disposal and Recycling
Please follow these guidelines when disposing of or recy-
cling the battery:
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Do not dispose of the battery in a fire; the cell may
explode. Check the regulations in your area for special dis-
posal instructions.
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Do not open or puncture the battery; the released elec-
trolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes and
skin, and can be toxic if swallowed.
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Charge the battery in accordance with the instructions
specified in this user guide (see “Charging the Battery” on
page 19).
DO NOT depend on this phone as a primary method of dial-
ing 999 or for any other essential or emergency communica-
tions.
Remember to always turn your phone on and check for ade-
quate signal strength before placing a call.
Maintaining Your Phone’s Peak Performance
To operate your phone properly — that is, to maintain safe
and satisfactory service — you should follow these rules:
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For best reception, extend the antenna fully.
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Hold the phone with the antenna up and over your shoul-
der.
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Do not hold, bend, or twist the phone antenna at any time.
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Close the phone antenna when not on a call.
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Do not use the phone with a damaged antenna.
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Speak directly into the microphone.
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Avoid exposing your phone and accessories to rain or liq-
uid
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Only Samsung authorized personnel should service your
phone and its accessories.
Protecting Your Battery
For best battery performance, you should follow these guide-
lines:
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Use your battery only for its intended purpose.
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Only use Samsung-approved batteries and desktop charg-
ers.These chargers are designed to maximize battery life.
Using other batteries or chargers will invalidate your war-
ranty and may cause damage as well.
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You must never use a battery charger that is damaged in
any way or worn out.
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To avoid damage, only charge the battery in temperatures
that range from 32° F to 104° F.
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