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Getting Started
Recharging the battery
Recharge the battery only when the power has
been depleted.
Note:
Although the battery can be recharged, it
has a certain service life. When the battery has
been fully recharged but it lasts only for a short
period, replace the battery.
Caring for the battery
General safety guidelines
• Do not take apart, puncture, or short-circuit
the battery.
• If you have not used the battery for more than
a month, recharge it before using your phone.
• Avoid exposing the battery to extreme
temperatures, direct sunlight, or
high humidity.
• Never dispose of any battery in or near a
fire—it could explode.
Common causes of battery drain
• Playing games.
• Keeping backlighting on.
• Operating in digital mode when far away from
a base station or cell site.
• Using accessories.
• Operating when no service is available, or
service is available intermittently.
• High earpiece and ringer volume settings.
• Repeating sound, vibration or lighted alerts.
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