[ 100 ]22Do not short-circuit the battery. Accidental short-circuiting can occurwhen a metallic object, like a coin, a clip, or a pen causes a directconnection of the + and - terminals of the battery, which are metal stripson the edge of the battery.Leaving the battery in hot or cold places, such as in a closed car in eithersummer or winter conditions, will reduce the capacity and lifetime ofthe battery. Always try to keep the battery between 15° C and 25° C(59° F and 77° F).A phone with a hot or cold battery might not work temporarily, even if thebattery is fully charged. The performance of Li-Ion batteries is particularlylimited in temperatures below 0° C (32° F).The following list provides a guideline that you can follow:• When the operating time (talk time and standby time) is noticeablyshorter than normal, buy a new battery.• Use the battery only for its intended purpose.• Never use any charger or battery that is damaged or worn out.• Batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly. Do not dispose ofbatteries by putting them in the fire!• When you disconnect the power cord of any accessory, grasp and pullthe plug, not the cord.• IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATIONA brief overview of safety can be found in “Safety first” on page 1.This section provides additional safety information.Traffic safetyDo not use a handheld phone while driving. Always park the vehicle beforeusing the phone. Always secure the phone into its holder; do not place thephone on the passenger seat or where it can break loose in a collision orduring a sudden stop.Remember: Safety on the road always comes first.
