Important Safety And Product Information - Garmin GPSMAP 65 Schnellstartanleitung

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 disassemble, modify, remanufacture, puncture or damage
the device or batteries.
• Do not expose the device or batteries to fire, explosion, or other
hazard.
• Do not use a sharp object to remove the removable batteries.
KEEP BATTERIES AWAY FROM CHILDREN.
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NEVER PUT BATTERIES IN MOUTH. Swallowing can lead
to chemical burns, perforation of soft tissue, and death. Severe
burns can occur within 2 hours of ingestion. Seek medical
attention immediately.
• Only replace batteries with correct replacement batteries. Using
other batteries presents a risk of fire or explosion.
Device Warnings
• Do not immerse the device or batteries in water or other liquids.
• 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 the possibility of damage, remove the device
from the vehicle or store it out of direct sunlight, such as in the
glove box.
• Do not operate the device outside of the temperature ranges
specified in the printed manual in the product packaging.
• When storing the device for an extended time period, store within
the temperature ranges specified 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
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 .
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• 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.
Street Navigation Warnings
If your Garmin
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that follow roads, follow these guidelines to ensure safe on-road
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.
• 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 signs and 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 illegal maneuver or
would place the vehicle in an unsafe situation.
Off-Road Navigation Warnings
If your Garmin device is able to suggest off-road routes for various
outdoor activities, such as biking, hiking, and all-terrain vehicles,
follow these guidelines to ensure safe off-road navigation.
• Always use your best judgment and exercise common sense
when making off-road navigational decisions. The Garmin device
is designed to provide route suggestions only. It is not a
or interferes
replacement for attentiveness and proper preparation for outdoor
activities. 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 trail signs, trail
conditions, weather conditions, and other factors that may affect
safety while navigating. For safety, always resolve any
device accepts street maps and suggests routes