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• Never replace the battery with a non-approved battery
• Never try to open the battery as it contains substances
that might be harmful if swallowed or allowed to come
into contact with unprotected skin
• Never short-circuit the battery, as it may overheat
and cause a fire. Keep away from jewellery and other
metal objects
• Never dispose of the battery in a fire. It could explode
and release harmful substances into the environment
• Never dispose of the battery with your regular
household waste. Take it to a hazardous material
collection point
• Do not touch the battery terminals
• Caution: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an
incorrect type
The charger
•Use only the charger supplied with your mobile
• Never pull the charger cord to release it from the mains
– pull the charger itself
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As with all other radio devices, touching the built-in
antenna area during telephone conversation may impair
the quality and lead to shorter standby time due to
increased power consumption.
The battery
Your mobile is equipped with a high-performance Li-Ion
battery. Optional battery types may be available, check with
your local retailer. Observe the maintenance guidelines and
your battery should give you a long service life.
•At the beginning of the battery’s life, fully charge and
discharge (let it go flat) three times
• Do not over charge the Li-Ion battery, as this can result
in a reduction in battery performance and life span. The
recommended maximum charge time is 6-8 hours
•Avoid repeated short charging. It is preferable to let the
battery go flat and then recharge it completely
•Avoid charging in strong heat or extreme cold. Ambient
room temperature is preferable. The battery has its
optimum performance in an ambient temperature of
+5 °C to +50 °C
• Don’t store a battery near a fire or heat source
• Use only the battery approved by the manufacturer
Safety