LG 236C User Manual page 68

For Your Safety
times before replacement.
Recharge the battery after long
periods of non-use to maximize
battery life.
Battery life will vary due
to usage patterns and
environmental conditions.
Use of extended backlighting,
Browser, and data connectivity
kits affect battery life and talk/
standby times.
The self-protection function of
the battery cuts the power of
the phone when its operation
is in an abnormal state. In this
case, remove the battery from
the phone, reinstall it, and turn
the phone on.
Explosion, Shock, and Fire
Hazards
Do not put your phone in a place
subject to excessive dust and
keep the minimum required
distance between the power
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cord and heat sources.
Unplug the power cord prior to
cleaning your phone, and clean
the power plug pin when it's
dirty.
When using the power plug,
ensure that it's firmly connected.
If not, it may cause excessive
heat or fire.
If you put your phone in a
pocket or bag without covering
the receptacle of the phone
(power plug pin), metallic articles
(such as a coin, paperclip or pen)
may short-circuit the phone.
Always cover the receptacle
when not in use.
Don't short-circuit the battery.
Metallic articles such as a coin,
paperclip or pen in your pocket
or bag may short-circuit the +
and – terminals of the battery
(metal strips on the battery)
upon moving. Short-circuit of
the terminal may damage the