Battery Precautions - Samsung Code SCH-i220 User Manual

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Battery Precautions

Avoid dropping the cell phone. Dropping it, especially on a hard
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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 way.
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Do not modify or remanufacture the battery as this could result in
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serious safety hazards.
If you use the phone near the network's base station, it uses less
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power; talk and standby time are greatly affected by the signal
strength on the cellular network and the parameters set by the
network operator.
Follow battery usage, storage and charging guidelines found in the
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user's guide.
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Battery charging time depends on the remaining battery charge and
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the type of battery and charger used. The battery can be charged and
discharged hundreds of times, but it will gradually wear out. When the
operation time (talk time and standby time) is noticeably shorter than
normal, it is time to buy a new battery.
• If left unused, a fully charged battery will discharge itself over time.
Use only Samsung-approved batteries and recharge your battery only
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with Samsung-approved chargers. When a charger is not in use,
disconnect it from the power source. Do not leave the battery
connected to a charger for more than a week, since overcharging may
shorten its life.
Do not use incompatible cell phone batteries and chargers. Some Web
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sites and second-hand dealers, not associated with reputable
manufacturers and carriers, might be selling incompatible or even
counterfeit batteries and chargers. Consumers should purchase
manufacturer or carrier recommended products and accessories. If
unsure about whether a replacement battery or charger is compatible,
contact the manufacturer of the battery or charger.
Misuse or use of incompatible phones, batteries, and charging devices
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could result in damage to the equipment and a possible risk of fire,
explosion, leakage, or other serious hazard.
Extreme temperatures will affect the charging capacity of your battery:
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it may require cooling or warming first.