Battery Use And Safety - Samsung Galaxy S II Online User's Manual

Battery Use and Safety

Important: Handle and store batteries properly to
avoid injury or damage
arise from improper handling of batteries and,
particularly, from the continued use of damaged
batteries.
Do not disassemble, crush, puncture, shred, or
otherwise attempt to change the form of your battery
Do not put a high degree of pressure on the battery.
This can cause leakage or an internal short-circuit,
resulting in overheating.
Do not let the phone or battery come in contact with
liquids . Liquids can get into the phone's circuits,
leading to corrosion. Even when the phone appears
to be dry and appears to operate normally, the
circuitry could slowly corrode and pose a safety
hazard. If the phone and/or battery get wet, have
them checked by your service provider or contact
Samsung, even if they appear to be working
properly.
Do not place your battery in or near a heat source
Excessive heating can damage the phone or the
battery and could cause the phone or the battery to
explode. Do not dry a wet or damp battery with an
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appliance or heat source such as a microwave oven,
hair dryer, iron, or radiator. Avoid leaving your phone
in your car in high temperatures.
Do not dispose of the phone or the battery in a fire
phone or the battery may explode when overheated.
Do not handle a damaged or leaking battery
leaking battery fluid come in contact with your eyes,
skin or clothing. For safe disposal options, contact
your nearest Samsung-authorized service center.
Avoid dropping the cell phone
the battery, especially on a hard surface, can
potentially cause damage to the phone and battery. If
you suspect damage to the phone or battery, take it
to a service center for inspection.
Never use any charger or battery that is damaged in any
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Do not allow the battery to touch metal objects
Accidental short-circuiting can occur when a metallic
object (coin, key, jewelry, clip, or pen) causes a direct
connection between the + and - terminals of the
battery (metal strips on the battery), for example
when you carry a spare battery in a pocket or bag.
Short-circuiting the terminals may damage the
battery or the object causing the short-circuiting.
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