Owner's Manual

Important Safety and Product Information
Failure to avoid the following potentially hazardous situations could result in
an accident or collision resulting 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 .
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Bicycle Warnings
• Always use your best judgement, and operate the bicycle in a safe
manner.
• Make sure your bicycle and hardware are properly maintained and that all
parts are correctly installed.
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 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
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safety, always resolve any discrepancies before continuing navigation,
and defer to posted signs and conditions.
• 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
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Street Navigation Warnings
If your Garmin device accepts street maps and suggests routes 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.
Battery Warnings
The device uses an internal , non-user-replaceable battery for various
purposes, such as the real-time clock.
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 .