Garmin Approach S1 North America Important Safety and Product Information - Page 2

Important Safety and Product Information  Warning Failure to avoid the following potentially hazardous situations could result in death or serious injury. Health Warnings • Always consult your physician before beginning or modifying any exercise program. If you have a pacemaker or other implanted electronic device, consult your physician before using a heart rate monitor. • The device, the heart rate monitor, and other Garmin accessories are consumer devices, not medical devices, and could suffer from interference from external electrical sources. The heart rate readings are for reference only, and no responsibility is accepted for the consequences of any erroneous readings. • This product, its packaging, and its components contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. This notice is provided in accordance with California's Proposition 65. See www .garmin.com/prop65 for more information. Navigation Warnings If your device contains or accepts street map products, follow these guidelines as well to ensure safe navigating: • Always use your best judgement, and operate the vehicle in a safe manner. Do not become distracted by the device while driving, and always be fully aware of all driving conditions. Minimize the amount of time spent viewing the device screen while driving, and use voice prompts when possible. • Do not input destinations, change settings, or access any functions requiring prolonged use of the device controls while driving. Pull over in a safe and legal manner before attempting such operations. • When navigating, carefully compare information displayed on the device to all available navigation sources, including road signs, road closures, road conditions, traffic congestion, weather conditions, and other factors that may affect safety while driving. For safety, always resolve any discrepancies before continuing navigation, and defer to posted road signs and road conditions. • The device is designed to provide route suggestions. It is not a replacement for driver attentiveness and good judgement. Do not follow route suggestions if they suggest an unsafe or illegal maneuver or would place the vehicle in an unsafe situation. 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 device, fire, chemical burn, electrolyte leak, and/or injury. • Do not leave the device 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 device from the vehicle or store it out of direct sunlight, such as in the glove box. • Do not puncture or incinerate the device or battery. • When storing the device for an extended time, store within the following temperature range: from 32° to 77°F (from 0° to 25°C). • Do not operate the device outside of the following temperature range: from -4° to 131°F (from -20° to 55°C). • Contact your local waste disposal department to dispose of the device/battery in accordance with applicable local laws and regulations. Additional User-Replaceable Battery Warnings: