Battery Charging; Battery Handling Information; Do's; Don'ts - UTStarcom CDM7126 User Manual

BATTERY USAGE

BATTERY CHARGING

POWER CONNECTION
1.
Plug the AC Charger into a standard outlet.
2.
Plug the other end of the AC Charger into the charging port on
your phone. The battery must be installed onto the phone to work
properly.
• When you charge the battery with the phone power off, you will see a
Hot Key
charging status screen. You cannot operate the phone until it is powered
on.
• The battery is not charged at the time of purchase.
• Fully charge the battery before use.
• It is more efficient to charge the battery with the handset powered off.
• The battery must be connected to the phone in order to charge it.
• Battery operating time gradually decreases over time.
• If the battery fails to perform normally, you may need to replace
the battery.
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BATTERY HANDLING INFORMATION

DO's

Only use the battery and charger approved by the manufacturer.
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Only use the battery for its original purpose.
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Try to keep batteries in a temperature between 41ºF (5ºC ) and 95ºF (35ºC).
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If the battery is stored in temperatures above or below the recommended
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range, give it time to warm up or cool down before using.
Completely drain the battery before recharging. It may take one to four
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days to completely drain.
Store the discharged battery in a cool, dark, and dry place.
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Purchase a new battery when its operating time gradually decreases after
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fully charging.
Properly dispose of the battery according to local laws.
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DON'Ts

Don't attempt to disassemble the battery – it is a sealed unit with no
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serviceable parts.
Don't accidentally short circuit the battery by carrying it in your pocket or
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purse with other metallic objects such as coins, clips and pens. This may
critically damage the battery.
Don't leave the battery in hot or cold temperatures. Otherwise, it could
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significantly reduce the capacity and lifetime of the battery.
Don't dispose of the battery into a fire.
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