17. Battery information
■ Charging and discharging
Your device is powered by a rechargeable battery. The full performance of a new battery is
achieved only after two or three complete charge and discharge cycles. 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 replacement 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 and then disconnect and
reconnect it to start the charging.
Unplug the charger from the electrical plug and the device when not in use. Do not leave 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.
If the battery is completely discharged, it may take a few minutes before the charging
indicator appears on the display or before any calls can be made.
Use the battery only for its intended purpose. Never use any charger or battery that is damaged.
Do not short-circuit the battery. 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 when you carry a
spare battery in your pocket or purse. Short-circuiting the terminals may damage the battery
or the connecting object.
Leaving the battery in hot or cold places, such as in a closed car in summer or winter conditions,
will reduce the capacity and lifetime of the battery. Always try to keep the battery between
15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). A device with a hot or cold battery may not work temporarily,
even when the battery is fully charged. Battery performance is particularly limited in
temperatures well below freezing.
Do not dispose of batteries in a fire as they may explode. Batteries may also explode if
damaged. Dispose of batteries according to local regulations. Please recycle when possible.
Do not dispose as household waste.
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■ Nokia battery authentication
Always use original Nokia batteries for your safety. To check that you are getting an original
Nokia battery, purchase it from an authorized Nokia dealer, look for the Nokia Original
Enhancements logo on the packaging, and inspect the hologram label using the following steps:
Successful completion of the four steps is not a total assurance of the authenticity of the battery.
If you have any reason to believe that your battery is not an authentic original Nokia battery, you
should refrain from using it, and take it to the nearest authorized Nokia service point or dealer for
assistance. Your authorized Nokia service point or dealer will inspect the battery for authenticity.
If authenticity cannot be verified, return the battery to the place of purchase.
Authenticate hologram
1. When looking at the hologram on the label, you should see the
Nokia connecting hands symbol from one angle and the Nokia
Original Enhancements logo when looking from another angle.
2. When you angle the hologram left, right, down, and up, you
should see 1, 2, 3, and 4 dots on each side respectively.
3. Scratch the side of the label to reveal a 20-digit code, for
example, 12345678919876543210. Turn the battery so
that the numbers are facing upwards. The 20-digit code
reads starting from the number at the top row followed
by the bottom row.
Confirm that the 20-digit code is valid by following the
instructions at www.nokia.com/batterycheck.
What if your battery is not authentic?
If you cannot confirm that your Nokia battery with the hologram on the label is an authentic
Nokia battery, please do not use the battery. Take it to the nearest authorized Nokia service
point or dealer for assistance. The use of a battery that is not approved by the manufacturer
may be dangerous and may result in poor performance and damage to your device and its
enhancements. It may also invalidate any approval or warranty applying to the device.
To find out more about original Nokia batteries, visit www.nokia.com/batterycheck.
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