Garmin GPSMAP 696 Owner's Manual page 6

Warnings, Cautions & Notes
WARNING: When installing the GPSMAP 695/696, place the unit so it does
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not obstruct the field of view or interfere with operating controls.
WARNING: The indicators represented on the Panel are based on GPS-derived
data and may differ from the instruments in the aircraft.
WARNING: The GPSMAP 695/696 is intended only as an aid for VFR
navigation. Do not attempt to use this unit for any purpose requiring precise
measurement of direction, distance, location, or topography.
WARNING: Navigation and terrain separation must NOT be predicated upon
the use of the terrain function. The GPSMAP 695/696 Terrain Proximity feature
is NOT intended to be used as a primary reference for terrain avoidance
and does not relieve the pilot from the responsibility of being aware of
surroundings during flight. The Terrain Proximity feature is only to be used
as an aid for terrain avoidance and is not certified for use in applications
requiring a certified terrain awareness system. Terrain data is obtained from
third party sources. Garmin is not able to independently verify the accuracy
of the terrain data.
WARNING: The displayed minimum safe altitudes (MSAs) are only advisory
in nature and should not be relied upon as the sole source of obstacle and
terrain avoidance information. Always refer to current aeronautical charts
for appropriate minimum clearance altitudes.
WARNING: The altitude calculated by GPSMAP 695/696 GPS receiver is
geometric height above Mean Sea Level and could vary significantly from
the altitude displayed by pressure altimeters. GPS altitude should never be
used for vertical navigation.
WARNING: Do not use outdated database information. Databases used
in the GPSMAP 695/696 must be updated regularly in order to ensure that
the information remains current. Pilots using any outdated database do so
entirely at their own risk.
WARNING: Do not use basemap (land and water data) information for
primary navigation. Basemap data is intended only to supplement other
approved navigation data sources and should be considered as an aid to
enhance situational awareness.
Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner's Manual 190-00919-00 Rev. E