can be charged and discharged hundreds of
times, but it will gradually wear out. When
the operation 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 with Samsung-
approved chargers. Disconnect the charger
from the power source when it is not in use.
Do not leave the battery connected to a
charger for more than a week, since
overcharging may shorten its life.
• Extreme temperatures will affect the
charging capacity of your battery: it may
require cooling or warming first.
• Do not leave the battery in hot or cold places
because the capacity and lifetime of the
battery will be reduced. Try to keep the
battery at room temperature. A phone with a
hot or cold battery may not work
temporarily, even when the battery is fully
charged.
Li-ion batteries are particularly affected by
temperatures below 0°C (32°F).
• Do not short-circuit the battery. Accidental
short-circuiting can occur when a metallic
object like a coin, clip or pen causes a direct
connection between the + and – terminals of
the battery (metal strips on the battery). For
example, do not carry a spare battery in a
pocket or bag where the battery may contact
metal objects. Short-circuiting the terminals
may damage the battery or the object
causing the short-circuiting.
• Dispose of used batteries in accordance with
local regulations. Always recycle. Do not
dispose of batteries in a fire.
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