Garmin Edge 1000 Owner's Manual - Page 5

Introduction WARNING See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information. Always consult your physician before you begin or modify any exercise program. Getting Started When using your device the first time, you should complete these tasks to set up the device and learn about the basic features. 1 Charge the device (Charging the Device). 2 Install your device using the standard mount (Installing the Standard Mount) or the out-front mount (Installing the OutFront Mount). 3 Turn on the device (Turning On the Device). 4 Locate satellites (Acquiring Satellite Signals). 5 Go for a ride (Going for a Ride). 6 Upload your ride to Garmin Connect™ (Sending Your Ride to Garmin Connect). 7 Register the device (Registering Your Device). Charging the Device NOTICE To prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the USB port, the weather cap, and the surrounding area before charging or connecting to a computer. The device is powered by a built-in lithium-ion battery that you can charge using a standard wall outlet or a USB port on your computer. NOTE: The device will not charge when outside the temperature range of 32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C). 1 Pull up the weather cap À from the USB port Á. 1 Select a secure location to mount the device where it does not interfere with the safe operation of your bike. 2 Place the rubber disk À on the back of the bike mount. The rubber tabs align with the back of the bike mount so it stays in place. 3 Place the bike mount on the bike stem. 4 Attach the bike mount securely using the two bands Á. 5 Align the tabs on the back of the device with the bike mount notches Â. 6 Press down slightly and turn the device clockwise until it locks into place. Installing the Out-Front Mount 1 Select a secure location to mount the Edge device where it does not interfere with the safe operation of your bike. 2 Use the hex key to remove the screw À from the handlebar connector Á. 2 Plug the small end of the USB cable into the USB port on the device. 3 Plug the large end of the USB cable into an AC adapter or a computer USB port. 4 Plug the AC adapter into a standard wall outlet. When you connect the device to a power source, the device turns on. 5 Charge the device completely. About the Battery WARNING This device contains a lithium-ion battery. See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information. Installing the Standard Mount For the best GPS reception, position the bike mount so the front of the device is oriented toward the sky. You can install the bike mount on the stem or the handlebars. 3 If necessary, remove the two screws on the back side of the mount Â, rotate the connector Ã, and replace the screws to change the orientation of the mount. 4 Place the rubber pad around the handlebar: • If the handlebar diameter is 25. 4 mm, use the thicker pad. • If the handlebar diameter is 31. 8 mm, use the thinner pad. 5 Place the handlebar connector around the rubber pad. 6 Replace and tighten the screw. NOTE: Garmin® recommends a torque specification of 7 lbfin. (0. 8 N-m). You should check the tightness of the screw periodically. 7 Align the tabs on the back of the Edge device with the bike mount notches Ä. Introduction 1