16. Battery and charger information
■ Charging and discharging
Your device is powered by a rechargeable battery. The battery intended for use with
this device is the BL-5C. This device is intended for use when supplied with power
from the following chargers: AC-3U, AC-4U, or AC-5U. 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, replace the battery. Use only
Nokia approved batteries, and recharge your battery only with Nokia approved
chargers designated for this device. Use only replacement batteries qualified with
the device per the IEEE-1725-2006 standard. Use of other batteries or chargers
may present a risk of fire, explosion, leakage, or other hazard.
If a 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. If the battery is completely discharged,
it may take several minutes before the charging indicator appears on the display
or before any calls can be made.
Always switch the device off and disconnect the charger before removing the battery.
Unplug the charger from the electrical plug and the device when not in use. Do not
leave fully charged battery connected to a charger, since overcharging may shorten
its lifetime. If left unused, a fully charged battery will lose its charge over time.
Always try to keep the battery between 15ºC and 25ºC (59ºF and 77ºF). Extreme
temperatures reduce the capacity and lifetime of the battery. A device with a hot
or cold battery may not work temporarily. Battery performance is particularly
limited in temperatures well below freezing.
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.
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.
Do not dismantle, cut, open, crush, bend, deform, puncture, or shred cells or batteries.
In the event of a battery leak, do not allow the liquid to come in contact with the
skin or eyes. In the event of such a leak, flush your skin or eyes immediately with
water, or seek medical help.
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Do not modify or remanufacture, attempt to insert foreign objects into the battery
or immerse or expose it to water or other liquids.
Improper battery use may result in a fire, explosion, or other hazard. If the device or
battery is dropped, especially on a hard surface, and you believe the battery has
been damaged, take it to a service center for inspection before continuing to use it.
Use the battery only for its intended purpose. Never use any charger or battery that
is damaged. Keep your battery out of the reach of small children.
■ Nokia battery authentication
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, and inspect
the hologram label using the following steps:
Successful completion of the 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.
Authenticate 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.
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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