B a t t e r y i n f o r m a t i o n144. Battery informationYour device is powered by a rechargeable battery. The full performanceof a new battery is achieved only after two or three complete chargeand discharge cycles. The battery can be charged and dischargedhundreds of times but it will eventually wear out. Recharge your batteryonly with Nokia approved chargers designated for this device.Unplug the charger from the electrical plug and the device when not inuse. Do not leave the device connected to a charger, since overchargingmay shorten the battery lifetime. If left unused, a fully charged batterywill lose its charge over time. Temperature extremes can affect theability of your battery to charge.Never use any battery or charger that is damaged.Leaving the device in hot or cold places, such as in a closed car insummer or winter conditions, will reduce the capacity and lifetime ofthe battery. Always try to keep the battery between 15°C and 25°C (59°Fand 77°F). A device with a hot or cold battery may not work temporarily,even when the battery is fully charged. Battery performance isparticularly limited in temperatures well below freezing.HS_12W_UG_draft7-4.fm Page 14 Tuesday, May 17, 2005 1:10 PM