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noticeably shorter than normal,
it is time to buy a new battery.
• If left unused, a fully charged
battery will discharge itself over
time.
• Use only Samsung-approved
batteries, and recharge your
battery only with Samsung-
approved chargers. Disconnect
the charger from the power
source when it is not in use. Do
not leave the battery connected
to a charger for more than a
week, since overcharging may
shorten its life.
• Extreme temperatures will affect
the charging capacity of your
battery: it may require cooling or
warming first.
• Do not leave the battery in hot
or cold places because the
capacity and lifetime of the
battery will be reduced. Try to
keep the battery at room
temperature. A phone with a
hot or cold battery may not
work temporarily, even when
the battery is fully charged. Li-
ion batteries are particularly
affected by temperatures below
0°C (32°F).
• Do not short-circuit the battery.
Accidental short-circuiting can
occur when a metallic object like
a coin, clip or pen causes a
direct connection between the +
and – terminals of the battery
(metal strips on the battery). For
example, do not carry a spare
battery in a pocket or bag where
the battery may contact metal
objects. Short-circuiting the
terminals may damage the
battery or the object causing the
short-circuiting.
• Dispose of used batteries in
accordance with local
regulations. Always recycle. Do
not dispose of batteries in a fire.
Road safety
Your wireless phone gives you the
powerful ability to communicate by
voice, almost anywhere, anytime.
But an important responsibility
accompanies the benefits of
wireless phones, one that every
user must uphold.
When driving a car, driving is your
first responsibility. When using your
wireless phone while driving,
follow local regulations in the
country or region you are in.
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