99Unplug the charger from the electrical plug and the device when not in use. Do notleave fully charged battery connected to a charger, since overcharging may shorten itslifetime. If left unused, a fully charged battery will lose its charge over time.If the battery is completely discharged, it may take a few minutes before the chargingindicator appears on the display or before any calls can be made.Use the battery only for its intended purpose. Never use any charger or battery thatis damaged.Do not short-circuit the battery. Accidental short-circuiting can occur when a metallicobject such as a coin, clip, or pen causes direct connection of the positive (+) andnegative (-) 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.Leaving the battery in hot or cold places, such as in a closed car in summer or winterconditions, will reduce the capacity and lifetime of the battery. Always try to keep thebattery between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). A device with a hot or cold batterymay not work temporarily, even when the battery is fully charged. Battery performanceis particularly limited in temperatures well below freezing.Do not dispose of batteries in a fire as they may explode. Batteries may also explode ifdamaged. Dispose of batteries according to local regulations. Please recycle whenpossible. Do not dispose as household waste.■ Nokia battery authenticationAlways use original Nokia batteries for your safety. To check that you are getting anoriginal Nokia battery, purchase it from an authorized Nokia dealer, look for the NokiaOriginal Enhancements logo on the packaging, and inspect the hologram label usingthe following steps:Successful completion of the four steps is not a total assurance of the authenticity ofthe battery. If you have any reason to believe that your battery is not an authenticoriginal Nokia battery, you should refrain from using it, and take it to the nearest
