16Getting startedUsing the batteryYour phone is powered by a rechargeable Li-ionbattery. Use only approved batteries andchargers. Ask your local Samsung dealer forfurther details.Note: You must fully charge the battery before usingyour phone for the first time. A dischargedbattery is fully recharged in approximately180 minutes for a standard battery.Installing the battery1. Place the battery so that the tabs on the endalign with the slots at the bottom of the phone.Getting started172. Press the battery until it clicks into place. Makesure that the battery is properly installedbefore switching the phone on.Removing the battery1. If necessary, switch off the phone by pressingand holding until the power-off imagedisplays.2. Slide the battery lock toward the top of thephone and lift away the battery, as shown.Charging the batteryA travel adapter is provided for charging yourbatteries. The travel adapter allows you to use thephone while the battery is charging, but this willcause the battery to charge more slowly.