Appendices; Appendix A: Maintenance - Garmin GPSMAP 176 Owner's Manual And Reference Manual

Cleaning
The GPSMAP 176 is constructed of high quality materials and does not require user maintenance
other than cleaning. Clean the unit using a cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution and then
wipe dry. Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that may damage plastic components.
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WARNING: The GPSMAP 176 lens is coated with a special anti-refl ective coating which is
very sensitive to skin oils, waxes, and abrasive cleaners. CLEANERS CONTAINING
AMMONIA WILL HARM THE ANTI-REFLECTIVE COATING. It is very important to clean the
lens using an eyeglass lens cleaner which is specifi ed as safe for anti-refl ective coatings
and a clean, lint-free cloth.
Storage
Storing alkaline batteries in the unit for long periods of time is not recommended. In order to
reduce the chance for battery leakage in the battery compartment and data card slot, remove the batter-
ies when storing the unit for more than six months.
Do not store the GPSMAP 176 where prolonged exposure to temperature extremes may occur (such
as in the trunk of a car) as permanent damage may result. User information, such as waypoints, routes,
etc. will be retained in the unit' s memory without the need for external power. It is always a good
practice to back up important user data by manually recording it or downloading it to a PC (transferring
it to MapSource).
Water Immersion
The GPSMAP 176 is waterproof to IEC Standard 529 IPX7. It can withstand immersion in 1 meter
of water for 30 minutes. Prolonged submersion can cause damage to the unit. After submersion, be
certain to remove the batteries and data card and dry the compartments before reuse.
To resolve problems that cannot be remedied using this guide, contact GARMIN Customer Support
in the U.S.A. at 800-800-1020 or GARMIN Europe at 44-1794-519944.
Appendix A
Maintenance
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