3[ 12 ]3 Make sure the bottom of the batterymakes contact with the prongs in thelower end of the space, then pressthe top end of the battery into place.4 Replace the cover by sliding itupward until you hear a click.Charge the batteryFollow these guidelines to optimize yourbattery’s performance.1 With your phone turned off, connectthe lead from the charger to the bottomof the phone. Connect the charger to anAC wall outlet.The battery indicator bar appears on thescreen and starts to scroll from bottom to topafter a few seconds. It will remain constantwhen the phone is fully charged.2 Disconnect the charger from the phone andAC outlet when the battery is fully charged.After the indicator bar stops scrolling, you canleave the charger connected and the batterywill accept a “trickle charge” to maintain afully charged battery. See “Reference information” on page 132 for moreinformation on batteries.Note: Charge the new battery for three hours before using. Use thebattery until it is fully discharged. You should do this for a total ofthree charging cycles. After the first charge, you can make andreceive calls during the charging cycle, but the calls interrupt thecharge. When a call ends, the charge will resume. The chargingtime depends on the charger and battery you use.
