Performance and Safety Guidelines 161Caring for the BatteryProtecting your BatteryThe guidelines listed below help you get themost out of your battery’s performance. Use only Samsung-approved batteries anddesktop chargers. These chargers aredesigned to maximize battery life. Usingother batteries or chargers voids yourwarranty and may cause damage. In order to avoid damage, charge thebattery only in temperatures that rangefrom 32º F to 104º F(0º C to 40º C). Don’t use the battery charger in directsunlight or in high humidity areas, suchas the bathroom. Never dispose of the battery byincineration. Keep the metal contacts on top of thebattery clean. Don’t attempt to disassemble or short-circuit the battery. The battery may need recharging if it hasnot been used for a long period of time. It’s best to replace the battery when it nolonger provides acceptable performance. Itcan be recharged hundreds of times beforeit needs replacing.
