Garmin Nuvi 260 Set up and Go! - Page 11

Important Safety and Product Information Warnings Failure to avoid the following potentially navigation and defer to posted road signs. hazardous situations could result in an accident • Always operate the vehicle in a safe manner. or collision resulting in death or serious injury. Do not become distracted by the unit while • When installing the unit in a vehicle, place the driving, and always be fully aware of all unit securely so it does not obstruct the driver's driving conditions. Minimize the amount view of the road or interfere with vehicle of time spent viewing the unit's screen while operating controls, such as the steering wheel, driving and use voice prompts when possible. foot pedals, or transmission levers. Do not place Do not input destinations, change settings, or in front of or above any airbag. access any functions requiring prolonged use of the unit's controls while driving. Pull over in a Do not mount Do not place safe and legal manner before attempting such where driver's unsecured on operations. field of vision the vehicle is blocked. dashboard. Do not mount in front of an • The unit is designed to provide route suggestions. It is not designed to replace the airbag field of deployment. need for driver attentiveness regarding road • When navigating, carefully compare closures or road conditions, traffic congestion, information displayed on the unit to all weather conditions, or other factors that may available navigation sources, including affect safety while driving. information from street signs, visual sightings, and maps. For safety, always resolve any discrepancies or questions before continuing Battery Warnings • If these guidelines are not followed, the internal lithium-ion battery may experience a shortened life span or may present a risk of damage to the GPS unit, fire, chemical burn, electrolyte leak, and/or injury. • Do not remove or attempt to remove the non- nüvi 200 Series set up and go! guide user-replaceable battery. • Do not leave the unit exposed to a heat source or in a high temperature location, such as in the sun in an unattended vehicle. To prevent damage, remove the unit from the vehicle or store it out of direct sunlight, such as in the glove box. 11