TAO PDA Phone - Manual (Page 13)

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1.2 Battery Information
Always turn off your device before installing or replacing the battery. Follow the instructions in the Quick Start
Guide to install the battery.
Your device contains a rechargeable Li-ion polymer battery. This device is designed to use only manufacturer-
specified original batteries and accessories. Battery performance depends on many factors, including your
wireless service provider’s network configuration, signal strength, the temperature of the environment in
which you operate your device, the features and/or settings you select and use, items attached to connecting
ports, and your voice, data, and other program usage patterns.
Warning! To reduce risk of fire or burns:
• Do not attempt to open, disassemble, or service the battery pack.
• Do not crush, puncture, short external contacts, or dispose of in fire or water.
• Do not expose to temperatures above 60
o C (140 o F).
• Replace only with the battery pack designated for this product.
• Recycle or dispose of used battery as stipulated by local regulation.
To check the battery power
1. Power on your device.
2. Do one of the following:
• Tap the battery level icon ( ) on the Today screen.
• Alternatively, tap Start > Settings > Systems tab >
Power.
Battery power information
Charge the battery
New batteries are shipped partially charged. Before you start using your device, it is recommended that you
install and charge the battery. Some batteries perform best after several full charge/discharge cycles. You can
charge the battery in two ways:
•