Caring for the Battery
Your phone is powered by a rechargeable battery. The full performance
of a new battery is achieved only after two or three complete charge and
discharge cycles. The battery can be charged and discharged hundreds of
times, but 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 phone.
Protecting Your Battery
The guidelines listed below will help you get the most out of your
battery’s performance.
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Recently, there have been some public reports of wireless phone batteries
overheating, catching fire or exploding. It appears that many, if not all,
of these reports involve counterfeit or inexpensive, aftermarket-brand
batteries with unknown or questionable manufacturing standards.
Nokia is not aware of similar problems with Nokia phones resulting
from the proper use of batteries and accessories approved by Nokia.
Use only approved batteries and accessories found through Nokia.
Buying the right batteries and accessories is the best way to ensure
they’re genuine and safe.
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In order to avoid damage, charge the battery only in temperatures that
range from 32° F to 113° F (0° C to 45° C).
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Don’t use the battery charger in direct sunlight or in high humidity
areas, such as the bathroom.
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Never dispose of the battery by incineration.
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Keep the metal contacts on top of the battery clean.
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Don’t attempt to disassemble or short-circuit the battery.
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The battery may need recharging if it has not been used for a long
period of time.
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It’s best to replace the battery when it no longer provides acceptable
performance. It can be recharged hundreds of times before it
needs replacing.
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Don’t store the battery in high temperature areas for long periods of
time. It’s best to follow these storage rules:
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Less than one month:
-4° F to 140° F (-20° C to 60° C)
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More than one month:
-4° F to 113° F (-20° C to 45° C)
Disposal of Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) Batteries
For safe disposal options of your Li-Ion batteries, contact your nearest
authorized service center.
Battery Information
For battery installation and replacement, see “Using Your Phone’s Battery
and Charger” on page 21.
Your device is powered by a rechargeable battery. The full performance of a
new battery is achieved only after two or three complete charge and
discharge cycles. 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, buy a new 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 the battery connected to a charger. Overcharging may
shorten its lifetime. If left unused, a fully charged battery will lose its
charge over time. Temperature extremes can affect the ability of your
battery to charge.
Use the battery only for its intended purpose. Never use any charger or
battery that is damaged.
Do not short-circuit the battery. Accidental short-circuiting can occur when
a metallic object such as a coin, clip, or pen causes direct connection of the
positive (+) and negative (-) terminals of the battery. (These look like metal
strips on the battery.) This might happen, for example, when you carry a
spare battery in your pocket or purse. Short-circuiting the terminals may
damage the battery or the connecting object.
Note:
Be sure to dispose of your battery properly. In some
areas, the disposal of batteries in household or
business trash may be prohibited.
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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 59°F and 77°F (15°C and 25°C).
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.
Nokia Battery Authentication Guidelines
Always use original Nokia batteries for your safety. To check that you are
getting an original Nokia battery, purchase it from an authorized Nokia
dealer, look for the Nokia Original Enhancements logo on the packaging
and inspect the hologram label using the following steps:
Successful completion of the three steps is not a total assurance of the
authenticity of the battery. If you have any reason to believe that your
battery is not an authentic original Nokia battery, you should refrain from
using it and take it to the nearest authorized Nokia service point or dealer
for assistance. Your authorized Nokia service point or dealer will inspect
the battery for authenticity. If authenticity cannot be verified, return the
battery to the place of purchase.
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Authenticating the Nokia Hologram
1.
When looking at the hologram on the
label, you should see the Nokia connecting
hands symbol from one angle and the
Nokia Original Enhancements logo when
looking from another angle.
2.
When you angle the hologram left, right,
down, and up, you should see 1, 2, 3, and
4 dots on each side respectively.
3.
Scratch the side of the label to reveal a
20-digit code, for example
12345678919876543210. Turn the battery
so that the numbers are facing upwards.
The 20-digit code reads starting from the
number at the top row followed by the
bottom row. Confirm that the 20-digit code
is valid by following the instructions at
www.nokia.com/batterycheck
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What if your battery is not authentic?
If you cannot confirm that your Nokia battery with the hologram on the
label is an authentic Nokia battery, please do not use the battery. Take it to
the nearest authorized Nokia service point or dealer for assistance. The use
of a battery that is not approved by the manufacturer may be dangerous
and may result in poor performance and damage to your device and its
enhancements. It may also invalidate any approval or warranty applying
to the device.
To find out more about original Nokia batteries, visit www.nokia.com/
battery.
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