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Addendum
Notice for oversized/commercial vehicles
Important Safety Notices and Warnings
If a truck map is not installed on this product
then this product is intended for use only on
Global Positioning System (GPS) and Global
motorcycles, cars and light commercial vehicles
Navigation Satellite System (GLONASS)
without a trailer, because the product will not
The Global Positioning System (GPS) and Global
provide appropriate routes for oversized and
Navigation Satellite System (GLONASS) systems
commercial vehicles, buses, or campers and
are satellite-based systems that provide location
recreational vehicles. If you are operating one of
and timing information around the globe. GPS
those vehicle types, please visit tomtom.com to
is operated and controlled by the Government
find an appropriate product with maps containing
of the United States of America, which is solely
height and weight restrictions.
responsible for its availability and accuracy.
Aircraft and hospitals
GLONASS is operated and controlled by the
Government of Russia, which is solely responsible
Use of devices with an antenna is prohibited on
for its availability and accuracy. Changes in GPS
most aircraft, in many hospitals and in many other
or GLONASS availability and accuracy, or in
locations. This device must not be used in these
environmental conditions may impact the operation
environments.
of this device. TomTom disclaims any liability for the
Safety messages
availability and accuracy of GPS or GLONASS.
Please read and take note of the following
!
important safety advice:
• Check your tyre pressures regularly.
Safety messages
• Service your vehicle regularly.
Use with care
• Medication can affect your riding or driving
ability.
Use of TomTom products while driving still means
that you need to drive with due care and attention.
• Always use seat belts if available.
Your device is intended to serve as a driving aid
• Don't drink and drive.
and is not a substitute for driving with due care
• Most accidents happen less than 5 km / 3 miles
and attention. Always obey posted road signs and
from home.
applicable laws. Distracted driving can be extremely
• Obey the rules of the road.
dangerous. Please do not operate this device in any
manner that diverts a driver's attention from the
• Always use your turn indicators.
road in an unsafe manner. TomTom recommends
• Every 2 hours, take a break for at least 10
using the hands-free systems where available and
minutes.
pulling over to a complete stop at a safe location in
order to interact with the device.
• Keep your seat belts on.
• Keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front.
• Before setting off on a motorbike, fasten your
Important: Before you switch on the device, let
helmet correctly.
the device acclimatise to the standard operation
temperature range for at least 1 hour. Do not use
• When riding a motorbike, always wear protective
the device outside of this temperature range.
clothing and equipment.
Caution: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by
• When riding a motorbike, be extra vigilant and
an incorrect type.
always ride defensively.
Do not remove or attempt to remove the non-user-
Rating: DC5V, 1.2A
replaceable battery. If you have a problem with the
How TomTom uses your information
battery, please contact TomTom customer support.
Information regarding the use of personal
THE BATTERY CONTAINED IN THE PRODUCT
information can be found at tomtom.com/privacy.
MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF PROPERLY
ACCORDING TO THE LOCAL LAWS AND
Battery
REGULATIONS AND ALWAYS KEPT SEPARATE FROM
This product uses a Lithium-Ion battery.
HOUSEHOLD WASTE. BY DOING THIS YOU WILL
Do not use it in a humid, wet and/or corrosive
HELP CONSERVE THE ENVIRONMENT. USE YOUR
environment. Do not put, store or leave your
TOMTOM DEVICE ONLY WITH THE SUPPLIED DC
product in a high temperature location, in strong
POWER LEAD (CAR CHARGER/BATTERY CABLE), AC
direct sunlight, in or near a heat source in a
ADAPTER (HOME CHARGER), IN AN APPROVED
microwave oven or in a pressurised container, and
CRADLE OR USING THE SUPPLIED USB CABLE
do not expose it to temperatures over 140°F /
TO CONNECT TO A COMPUTER FOR BATTERY
60°C. Failure to follow these guidelines may cause
CHARGING.
the battery to leak acid, become hot, explode or
ignite and cause injury and/or damage. Do not
pierce, open or disassemble the battery. If the
battery leaks and you come into contact with the
leaked fluids, rinse thoroughly with water and seek
medical attention immediately. For safety reasons,
If your device requires a charger, please use this
and to prolong the lifetime of the battery, remove
device with the charger provided. For replacement
your product from your vehicle when you are not
chargers, go to tomtom.com for information about
driving and keep in a cool, dry place. Charging will
approved chargers for your device.
not occur at low (below 32°F / 0°C) or high (over
The stated battery life is a maximum possible
140°F / 60°C) temperatures.
battery life. The maximum battery life will only be
Temperatures: Standard operation: 32°F / 0°C to
achieved under specific atmospheric conditions.
140°F / 60°C; short period storage: -4°F / -20°C
The estimated maximum battery life is based on an
to 113°F / 45°C; long period storage: -4°F / -20°C
average usage profile.
to 95°F / 35°C.
For tips on extending the battery life, see this FAQ:
tomtom.com/batterytips.
CE marking
between a handheld wireless device and a
pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the
This equipment complies with the requirements for
pacemaker. These recommendations are consistent
CE marking when used in a residential, commercial,
with independent research and recom-mendations
vehicular or light industrial environment, achieving
by Wireless Technology Research.
all the appropriate provisions of the relevant
legislation in the EU.
Guidelines for people with pacemakers
• You should ALWAYS keep the device more than
15cm / 6 inches from your pacemaker.
• You should not carry the device in a breast
Model numbers: 4GE40
pocket.
R&TTE directive
Other medical devices
Hereby, TomTom declares that TomTom products
Please consult your physician or the manufacturer
and accessories are in compliance with the
of the medical device, to determine if the operation
essential requirements and other relevant
of your wireless product may interfere with the
provisions of the EU Directive 1999/5/EC. The
medical device.
declaration of conformity can be found here:
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) compliance
tomtom.com/legal.
THIS WIRELESS DEVICE MODEL MEETS
WEEE directive
GOVERNMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPOSURE
The wheelie bin symbol on the product or its
TO RADIO WAVES WHEN USED AS DIRECTED IN
packaging indicates that this product shall not
THIS SECTION
be treated as household waste. In line with EU
This GPS Navigation System is a radio transmitter
Directive 2012/19/EU for waste electrical and
and receiver. It is designed and manufac-tured not
electronic equipment (WEEE), this electrical product
to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio
must not be disposed of as unsorted municipal
frequency (RF) energy set by the Council of the
waste. Please dispose of this product by returning
European Union.
it to the point of sale or to your local municipal
collection point for recycling. By doing this you will
The SAR limit recommended by The Council of
help conserve the environment.
the European Union is 2.0W/kg averaged over 10
grams of tissue for the body (4.0 W/kg averaged
over 10 grams of tissue for the extremities -
hands, wrists, ankles and feet). Tests for SAR are
conducted using standard operating positions
specified by the EU council with the device
transmitting at its highest certified power level in
Pacemakers
all tested frequency bands.
Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a
minimum of 15cm / 6 inches be maintained
This document
Exposure limits
This device complies with radiation exposure limits
Great care was taken in preparing this document.
set forth for an uncontrolled environment. In order
Constant product development may mean that
to avoid the possibility of exceeding the radio
some information is not entirely up to date. The
frequency exposure limits, human proximity to the
information in this document is subject to change
antenna shall not be less than 20cm (8 inches)
without notice.
during normal operation.
TomTom shall not be liable for technical or editorial
Regulatory Compliance Mark
errors or omissions contained herein, nor for
incidental or consequential damages resulting
from the performance or use of this document.
This document contains information protected
by copyright. No part of this document may be
This product displays the Regulatory Compliance
photocopied or reproduced in any form without
Mark (RCM) to show that it complies with relevant
prior written consent from TomTom N.V.
Australian regulations.
Model names
Customer support contact
4GE40
Australia: 1300 135 604
New Zealand: 0800 450 973
Notice for New Zealand
This product displays R-NZ to show it complies with
relevant New Zealand regulations.
Warning for Australia
The user needs to switch off the device when
exposed to areas with potentially explosive
atmospheres such as petrol stations, chemical
storage depots and blasting operations.
Customer support contact
Malaysia 1800815318
Singapore 8006162269
Thailand 0018006121008
Indonesia 0018030612011
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