Nokia 5230 User Manual page 57

Product and safety information 57
Important: Battery talk and stand-by times are estimates and only possible under optimal network conditions. Actual
battery talk and standby times depend on SIM cards, features used, battery age and condition, temperatures to which battery
is exposed, network conditions, and many other factors, and may be significantly shorter than those specified above. Ringing
tones, hands free call handling, use in digital mode, and other features will also consume the battery, and the amount of time
a device is used for calls will affect its stand-by time. Likewise, the amount of time that the device is turned on and in the
standby mode will affect its talk time.
Battery
Battery and charger information
Your device is powered by a rechargeable battery. The battery intended for use with this device is BL-5J. Nokia may make
additional battery models available for this device. This device is intended for use when supplied with power from the following
chargers: AC-8. The exact charger model number may vary depending on the type of plug. The plug variant is identified by one
of the following: E, EB, X, AR, U, A, C, K, or UB. For example, the model numbers for the charger can be, among others, AC-8E etc.
The battery can be charged and discharged hundreds of times, but it will eventually wear out. When the talk and standby times
are noticeably shorter than normal, replace the battery. Use only Nokia approved batteries, and recharge your battery only with
Nokia approved chargers designated for this device.
If a battery is being used for the first time or if the battery has not been used for a prolonged period, it may be necessary to
connect the charger, then disconnect and reconnect it to begin charging the battery. If the battery is completely discharged, it
may take several minutes before the charging indicator appears on the display or before any calls can be made.
Safe removal. Always switch the device off and disconnect the charger before removing the battery.
Proper charging. Unplug the charger from the electrical plug and the device when not in use. Do not leave a fully charged battery
connected to a charger, since overcharging may shorten its lifetime. If left unused, a fully charged battery will lose its charge
over time.
Avoid extreme temperatures. Always try to keep the battery between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Extreme temperatures
reduce the capacity and lifetime of the battery. A device with a hot or cold battery may not work temporarily. Battery
performance is particularly limited in temperatures well below freezing.
Do not short-circuit. Accidental short-circuiting can occur when a metallic object such as a coin, clip, or pen causes direct
connection of the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals of the battery. (These look like metal strips on the battery.) This might
happen, for example, when you carry a spare battery in your pocket or purse. Short-circuiting the terminals may damage the
battery or the connecting object.
Disposal. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire as they may explode. Dispose of batteries according to local regulations. Please
recycle when possible. Do not dispose as household waste.