Proper charging. Unplug the charger from the electrical plugand the device when not in use. Do not leave a fully chargedbattery connected to a charger, since overcharging mayshorten its lifetime. If left unused, a fully charged battery willlose its charge over time.Avoid extreme temperatures. Always try to keep the batterybetween 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Extremetemperatures 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 temperatureswell below freezing.Do not short-circuit. Accidental short-circuiting can occurwhen a metallic object such as a coin, clip, or pen causesdirect connection of the positive (+) and negative (-)terminals of the battery. (These look like metal strips on thebattery.) This might happen, for example, when you carry aspare battery in your pocket or purse. Short-circuiting theterminals may damage the battery or the connecting object.Disposal. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire as they mayexplode. Dispose of batteries according to local regulations.Please recycle when possible. Do not dispose as householdwaste.Leak. Do not dismantle, cut, open, crush, bend, puncture, orshred cells or batteries. In the event of a battery leak, preventbattery liquid contact with skin or eyes. If this happens, flushthe affected areas immediately with water, or seek medicalhelp.Damage. Do not modify, remanufacture, attempt to insertforeign objects into the battery, or immerse or expose it towater or other liquids. Batteries may explode if damaged.Correct use. Use the battery only for its intended purpose.Improper battery use may result in a fire, explosion, or otherhazard. If the device or battery is dropped, especially on ahard surface, and you believe the battery has been damaged,take it to a service centre for inspection before continuing touse it. Never use any charger or battery that is damaged. Keepyour battery out of the reach of small children.Safe removal. Always switch the device off and disconnect thecharger before removing the battery.Nokia battery authentication guidelinesAlways use original Nokia batteries for your safety. To checkthat you are getting an original Nokia battery, purchase itfrom a Nokia authorised service centre or dealer, and inspectthe hologram label using the following steps:Authenticate hologram1. When you look at the hologram onthe label, you should see the Nokiaconnecting hands symbol from oneangle and the Nokia OriginalEnhancements logo when lookingfrom another angle.© 2010 Nokia. All rights reserved.58