z Do not short-circuit the battery. Accidental short- circuiting canoccur when a metallic object (coin, clip or pen) causes a directconnection between the + and - terminals of the battery (metalstrips on the battery), for example when you carry a spare batteryin a pocket or bag. Short-circuiting the terminals may damage thebattery or the object causing the short-circuiting.z Dispose of used batteries in accordance with local regulations. Insome areas, the disposal of batteries in household or businesstrash may be prohibited. For safe disposal options for Li-Ionbatteries, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service center.Always recycle. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire.Care and MaintenanceYour phone is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and shouldbe treated with care. The suggestions below will help you fulfill anywarranty obligations and allow you to enjoy this product for many years.z Keep the phone and all its parts and accessories out of the reach ofsmall children.z Keep the phone dry. Precipitation, humidity and liquids containminerals that will corrode electronic circuits.z Do not use the phone with a wet hand. Doing so may cause anelectric shock to you or damage to the phone.z Do not use or store the phone in dusty, dirty areas, as its movingparts may be damaged.z Do not store the phone in hot areas. High temperatures canshorten the life of electronic devices, damage batteries, and warpor melt certain plastics.z Do not store the phone in cold areas. When the phone warms up toits normal operating temperature, moisture can form inside thephone, which may damage the phone's electronic circuit boards.z Do not drop, knock or shake the phone. Rough handling can breakinternal circuit boards.z Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong detergentsto clean the phone. Wipe it with a soft cloth slightly dampened in amild soap-and-water solution.z Do not paint the phone. Paint can clog the device's moving partsand prevent proper operation.z Do not put the phone in or on heating devices, such as amicrowave oven, a stove or a radiator. The phone may explodewhen overheated.z When the phone or battery gets wet, the label indicating waterdamage inside the phone changes color. In this case, phone repairsare no longer guaranteed by the manufacturer's warranty, even ifthe warranty for your phone has not expired.z If your phone has a flash or light, do not use it too close to theeyes of people or animals. This may cause damage to their eyes.