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IMPORTANT SAFETY AND PRODUCT INFORMATION WARNING Failure to heed the following warnings could result in an accident or collision resulting in death or serious injury. Battery Warnings Replaceable alkaline or NiMH batteries can be used with this device. If these guidelines are not followed, batteries may experience a shortened life span or may present a risk of damage to the device, fire, chemical burn, electrolyte leak, and/or injury. • Do not expose the device or batteries to fire, explosion, or other hazard. • BATTERIES ARE HAZARDOUS AND MUST BE KEPT AWAY FROM CHILDREN. NEVER PUT NEW OR USED BATTERIES IN MOUTH OR IN ANY PART OF THE BODY. Severe or fatal injuries can occur within 2 hours if swallowed or placed inside the body. If this occurs or is suspected, seek medical attention immediately. • Do not disassemble, modify, remanufacture, puncture, or damage the device or batteries. • Only replace batteries with correct replacement batteries. Using other batteries presents a risk of fire or explosion. • Do not mix battery types. • Do not mix old and new batteries. Device Warnings • Do not immerse the device or batteries in water or other liquids. • To avoid possible device damage, 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. • Do not operate or store the device for an extended time period outside of the applicable temperature range listed in the printed manual in the product packaging. Vehicle Installation Warnings • When installing the device in a vehicle, do not place the device where it obstructs the driver's view of the road or interferes with vehicle operating controls, such as the steering wheel, foot pedals, or transmission levers. Do not place unsecured on the vehicle dashboard . Do not place the device in front of or above any airbag . • The windshield mount may not stay attached to the windshield in all circumstances. Do not place the mount where it will become a distraction if it should become detached. Keep your windshield clean to help ensure that the mount stays on the windshield. Navigation Warnings If your Garmin® device uses or accepts map data, follow these guidelines to ensure safe navigation. • Always use your best judgment, 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. • 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. • Always use your best judgment and exercise common sense when making navigational decisions. The device is designed to provide route suggestions only. It is not a replacement for attentiveness and good judgement. Do not follow the route suggestions if they suggest an illegal course or would put you in an unsafe situation. • Always carefully compare information displayed on the device to all available navigation sources, including weather conditions, maps, street/trail signs and conditions, waterway restrictions, and other factors that may affect safety. Always resolve any discrepancies or questions before continuing navigation, and defer to posted signs and conditions. • Use this device only as a navigational aid. Do not attempt to use the device for any purpose requiring precise measurement of direction, distance, location, or topography. • Always be mindful of the effects of the environment and the inherent risks of the activity before embarking on offroad activities, especially the impact that weather and weather-related trail conditions can have on the safety of your activity. Ensure that you have the proper gear and supplies for your activity before navigating unfamiliar paths and trails. NOTICE Failure to heed the following notices could result in personal or property damage, or negatively impact the device functionality. Battery Notices • Contact your local waste disposal department to dispose of the device/batteries in accordance with applicable local laws and regulations.

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IMPORTANT
SAFETY AND
PRODUCT
INFORMATION
WARNING
Failure to heed the following warnings could result in an
accident or collision resulting in death or serious injury.
Battery Warnings
Replaceable alkaline or NiMH batteries can be used with
this device.
If these guidelines are not followed, batteries may
experience a shortened life span or may present a risk of
damage to the device, fire, chemical burn, electrolyte leak,
and/or injury.
• Do not expose the device or batteries to fire, explosion,
or other hazard.
•
BATTERIES ARE HAZARDOUS AND MUST BE
KEPT AWAY FROM CHILDREN.
NEVER PUT NEW OR USED BATTERIES IN MOUTH
OR IN ANY PART OF THE BODY.
Severe or fatal injuries
can occur within 2 hours if swallowed or placed inside
the body. If this occurs or is suspected, seek medical
attention immediately.
• Do not disassemble, modify, remanufacture, puncture, or
damage the device or batteries.
• Only replace batteries with correct replacement
batteries. Using other batteries presents a risk of fire or
explosion.
• Do not mix battery types.
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
Device Warnings
• Do not immerse the device or batteries in water or other
liquids.
• To avoid possible device damage, 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.
• Do not operate or store the device for an extended time
period outside of the applicable temperature range listed
in the printed manual in the product packaging.
Vehicle Installation Warnings
• When installing the device in a vehicle, do not place the
device where it obstructs the driver’s view of the road
or interferes with vehicle operating controls, such as the
steering wheel, foot pedals, or transmission levers. Do
not place unsecured on the vehicle dashboard
. Do not
place the device in front of or above any airbag
.
• The windshield mount may not stay attached to the
windshield in all circumstances. Do not place the mount
where it will become a distraction if it should become
detached. Keep your windshield clean to help ensure that
the mount stays on the windshield.
Navigation Warnings
If your Garmin
®
device uses or accepts map data, follow
these guidelines to ensure safe navigation.
• Always use your best judgment, 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.
• 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.
• Always use your best judgment and exercise common
sense when making navigational decisions. The device
is designed to provide route suggestions only. It is not a
replacement for attentiveness and good judgement. Do
not follow the route suggestions if they suggest an illegal
course or would put you in an unsafe situation.
• Always carefully compare information displayed on the
device to all available navigation sources, including
weather conditions, maps, street/trail signs and
conditions, waterway restrictions, and other factors that
may affect safety. Always resolve any discrepancies
or questions before continuing navigation, and defer to
posted signs and conditions.
• Use this device only as a navigational aid. Do not
attempt to use the device for any purpose requiring
precise measurement of direction, distance, location, or
topography.
• Always be mindful of the effects of the environment and
the inherent risks of the activity before embarking on off-
road activities, especially the impact that weather and
weather-related trail conditions can have on the safety of
your activity. Ensure that you have the proper gear and
supplies for your activity before navigating unfamiliar
paths and trails.
NOTICE
Failure to heed the following notices could result in
personal or property damage, or negatively impact the
device functionality.
Battery Notices
• Contact your local waste disposal department to dispose
of the device/batteries in accordance with applicable
local laws and regulations.