Garmin nuvi 5000 Owner's Manual - Page 47

Appendix Removing the nüvi and Mount To remove the nüvi from the cradle, press the button on the bottom of the cradle, and tilt the nüvi forward. When your nüvi has acquired satellite signals, the signal strength bars on the Menu page are green . When it loses satellite signals, the bars turn red or are empty . To remove the cradle from the mount, turn the cradle to the right or left. Apply For more information about GPS, go to www.garmin.com/aboutGPS. pressure in that direction until the cradle snaps off the mount. To remove the suction cup mount from the windshield, flip the lever toward you. Pull the tab on the suction cup toward you. Caring for Your nüvi Your nüvi contains sensitive electronic components that can be permanently damaged if exposed to excessive shock or vibration. To minimize the risk of damage to your nüvi, avoid dropping About GPS Satellite your unit and operating it in high-shock and high-vibration environments. Signals Your nüvi must acquire GPS (Global Positioning System) satellite signals to navigate. If you are indoors, near tall buildings or trees, or in a parking garage, your nüvi cannot acquire satellites. Go outside to an area free from tall obstructions to use your nüvi. Cleaning the nüvi The nüvi is constructed of high-quality materials and does not require user maintenance other than cleaning. Clean the outer casing of the nüvi (not the touch screen) using a cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution, and then nüvi 5000 Owner's Manual41