Important Safety And Product Information - Garmin nuvi 1300 Series Quick Start Manual

Important Safety and Product Information
_WarningS
resolve any discrepancies or questions before
continuing navigation and defer to posted road
Signs.
• Always operate the vehicle in a safe manner.
Do not become distracted by the unit while
driving, and always be fully aware of all
driving conditions. Minimize the amount of
time spent viewing the unit's screen while driving
and use voice prompts when possible. Do not
input destinations, change settings, or access any
functions requiring prolonged use of the unit's
controls while driving. Pull over in a safe and legal
manner before attempting such operations.
• The unit is designed to provide route suggestions.
It is not designed to replace the need for driver
attentiveness regarding road closures or road
conditions, traffic congestion, weather conditions,
or other factors that may affect safety while
driving.
. Do not place
. unsecured on
the vehicle
dashboard.
Do not mount in front of an
airbag field of deployment.
• When navigating, carefully compare information
displayed on the unit to all available navigation
sources, including information from street signs,
visual sightings, and maps. For safety, always
Failure to avoid the following potentially
hazardous situations could result in an accident or
collision resulting in death or serious injury.
• When installing the unit in a vehicle, place the
unit securely so it does not obstruct the driver's
view of the road or interfere with vehicle operating
controls, such as the steering wheel, foot pedals,
or transmission levers. Do not place in front of or
above any airbag. (See diagram.)
WARNING: 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.comlprop65 for more information.
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 unit,
fire, chemical bum, electrolyte leak, and/or injury.
• Do not leave the unit 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 unit from the vehicle or store it out of direct
sunlight, such as in the glove box.
• Do not puncture or incinerate.
• When storing the unit for an extended time, store
within the following temperature range: 32° to
77°F (0° to 25°C).
• Do not operate the unit outside of the following