Checking Model Number

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This guide shows how to remove the back cover, remove the battery, and locate the model number. No tools are required.

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Add Note Edit Step 1 — Checking Model Number  ¶ 

  • Turn the phone so it is face (keypad) down.

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Add Note Edit Step 2  ¶ 

  • Press and hold the button located at the bottom of the phone.

  • Slide the back of the phone downwards and away from the main body.

  • Remove the backing and place it to the side.

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Add Note Edit Step 3  ¶ 

  • Locate indentation from which battery can be removed.

  • Place finger in indentation and lift battery up from phone's body.

  • Remove battery from phone's body.

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Add Note Edit Step 4  ¶ 

  • Read model number and type from back of phone.

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