3 - 12 Dolphin® 9500 Series User’s GuideChecking Battery PowerTap Start > Settings > System tab > Power. The Battery tab opens displaying the charge status of both the installed Li-ionbattery pack and the NiMH backup battery inside the terminal.Power system settings contains three tabs: Battery, Wireless, and Advanced. For more information, see Power on page 5-10.Storing BatteriesTo maintain optimal battery performance, follow these storage guidelines:• Avoid storing batteries outside the specified range of -4 to 104° F (-20 to 40°C) or in extremely high humidity.• For prolonged storage, do not keep batteries stored in a charger that is connected to a power source.Guidelines for Battery Use and DisposalThe following are general guidelines for the safe use and disposal of batteries:• Use only the battery supplied, recommended, or approved by Hand Held Products.• Replace defective batteries immediately; using a defective battery could damage the Dolphin terminal.• Never throw a used battery in the trash. It contains heavy metals and should be recycled according to local guidelines.• Don’t short-circuit a battery or throw it into a fire. It can explode and cause severe personal injury.• Excessive discharge damages a battery. Recharge the battery when your terminal indicates low battery power.• Although your battery can be recharged many times, it will eventually be depleted. Replace it after the battery is unable tohold an adequate charge.• If you are not sure the battery or charger is working properly, please send it to Hand Held Products or an authorized HandHeld Products service center for inspection.
