• Fully charge/discharge APPLE iPod 4th Generation Series battery up to 4 cycles before achieving full capacity of a new APPLE iPod 4th Generation Series battery
• Fully discharge and then fully charge the APPLE iPod 4th Generation Series battery every two to three weeks for battery conditions.
• Run the device under the APPLE iPod 4th Generation Series battery's power until it shuts down or until you get a low battery warning. Then recharge the APPLE iPod 4th Generation Series battery as instructed in the user's manual.
• Remove from the device and stored in a cool, dry, clean place if the APPLE iPod 4th Generation Series battery will not be in use for a month or longer.
• Recharge the APPLE iPod 4th Generation Series battery after a storage period.
• Ensure maximum performance of the APPLE iPod 4th Generation Series battery by optimizing the device's power management features. Refer to the manual for further instructions.

• Do not short-circuit. A short-circuit may cause severe damage to the APPLE iPod 4th Generation Series battery.
• Do not drop, hit or otherwise abuse the APPLE iPod 4th Generation Series battery as this may result in the exposure of the cell contents, which are corrosive.
• Do not expose the APPLE iPod 4th Generation Series battery to moisture or rain.
• Keep APPLE iPod 4th Generation Series battery away from fire or other sources of extreme heat. Do not incinerate. Exposure of battery to extreme heat may result in an explosion.

Breaking In New APPLE iPod 4th Generation Series Batteries - new APPLE iPod 4th Generation Series batteries come in a discharged condition and must be fully charged before use. It is recommended that you fully charge and discharge your new APPLE iPod 4th Generation Series battery two to four times to allow it to reach its maximum rated capacity.

Preventing the Memory Effect - Keep your APPLE iPod 4th Generation Series battery healthy by fully charging and then fully discharging it at least once every two to three weeks. Exceptions to the rule are Li-Ion batteries which do not suffer from the memory effect.

Keep Your APPLE iPod 4th Generation Series Batteries Clean - It's a good idea to clean dirty battery contacts with a cotton swab and alcohol. This helps maintain a good connection between the battery and your portable device.

Exercise Your APPLE iPod 4th Generation Series Battery - Do not leave your APPLE iPod 4th Generation Series battery dormant for long periods of time. We recommend using the APPLE iPod 4th Generation Series battery at least once every two to three weeks. If a APPLE iPod 4th Generation Series battery has not been used for a long period of time, perform the new battery break in procedure described above.

APPLE iPod 4th Generation Series Battery Storage - If you don't plan on using the APPLE iPod 4th Generation Series battery for a month or more, we recommend storing it in a clean, dry, cool place away from heat and metal objects. NiCad, NiMH and Li-Ion batteries will self-discharge during storage; remember to break them in before use. Sealed Lead Acid (SLA) batteries must be kept at full charge during storage. This is usually achieved by using special trickle chargers. If you do not have a trickle charger, do not attempt to store SLA batteries for more than three months.

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