Important Safety And Product Information - Garmin GPSMAP 547 Product Information

Important Safety and Product Information

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Failure to avoid the following potentially hazardous situations could
result in an accident or collision resulting in death or serious injury.
Operation Warnings
• You are responsible for the safe and prudent operation of your vessel.
This device is a tool that will enhance your capability to operate your vessel.
It does not relieve you from the responsibility of safely operating your vessel.
Avoid navigational hazards and never leave the helm unattended.
• Use this device only as a navigational aid. Do not attempt to use the device
for any purpose requiring precise measurement of direction, distance,
location, or topography.
• Always be prepared to promptly regain control of the vessel. Use caution
near hazards in the water, such as docks, pilings and other vessels.
• If the device has navigating capabilities, when navigating, carefully compare
information displayed on the device to all available navigation sources,
including information from visual sightings, local waterway rules and
restrictions, and maps. For safety, always resolve any discrepancies or
questions before continuing navigation.
• If the device uses maps, use the electronic chart in the device only to
facilitate, not to replace, the use of authorized government charts. Official
government charts and notices to mariners contain all information needed to
navigate safely.
• If the device provides depth data, it should not be used as the primary
means of preventing grounding or collision. Supplement depth data
readings with information from applicable paper charts and visual indicators.
Always operate the vessel at slow speeds if you suspect shallow water
or submerged objects. Failure to heed this warning could lead to vessel
damage or personal injury.
• If the device has video input capabilities, do not attempt to operate or watch
video input while operating or navigating your vessel. Operating or watching
the video input while the vessel is moving could cause an accident or
collision resulting in property damage, serious injury, or death.
Map Data Information
One of the goals of Garmin is to provide customers with the most complete
and accurate cartography that is available to us at a reasonable cost. We use
a combination of governmental and private data sources, which we identify
in product literature and copyright messages displayed to the consumer.
Virtually all data sources contain some inaccurate or incomplete data. In some
countries, complete and accurate map information is either not available or is
prohibitively expensive.
Product Environmental Programs
Information about Garmin's product recycling program and WEEE, RoHS,
REACH, and other compliance programs can be found at
/aboutGarmin/environment.
Declaration of Conformity
Hereby, Garmin, declares that this product is in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. To view the
full Declaration of Conformity, go to www.garmin.com/compliance.
Industry Canada Compliance
Category I radiocommunication devices comply with Industry Canada Standard
RSS-210. Category II radiocommunication devices comply with Industry
Canada Standard RSS-310. This device complies with Industry Canada
license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
radio Frequency Exposure
This device is a mobile transmitter and receiver that uses its antenna to send
and receive low levels of radio frequency (RF) energy for voice and data
communications. The device emits RF energy below the published limits
when operating in its maximum output power mode and when used with
Garmin authorized accessories. To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance
requirements, the device should be used in a compatible mount or as mounted
per the installation instructions only. The device should not be used in other
configurations.
This device must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other
transmitter or antenna.
FCC Compliance
This product has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of the FCC
interference limits for Class B digital devices FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE.
These limits are designed to provide more reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation, and are more stringent than
"outdoor" requirements.
Operation of this device is subject to the following conditions: (1) this device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and
may cause harmful interference to radio communications if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
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• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet that is on a different circuit from the
GPS device.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This product does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Repairs should
only be made by an authorized Garmin service center. Unauthorized repairs
or modifications could result in permanent damage to the equipment, and
void your warranty and your authority to operate this device under Part 15
regulations.
Limited Warranty
Garmin's non-aviation products are warranted to be free from defects in
materials or workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. Within this
period, Garmin will, at its sole option, repair or replace any components that
fail in normal use. Such repairs or replacement will be made at no charge to
the customer for parts or labor, provided that the customer shall be responsible
for any transportation cost. This warranty does not apply to: (i) cosmetic
damage, such as scratches, nicks and dents; (ii) consumable parts, such as
batteries, unless product damage has occurred due to a defect in materials or
workmanship; (iii) damage caused by accident, abuse, misuse, water, flood,
fire, or other acts of nature or external causes; (iv) damage caused by service
performed by anyone who is not an authorized service provider of Garmin;
(v) damage to a product that has been modified or altered without the written
permission of Garmin; or (vi) damage to a product that has been connected to
power and/or data cables that are not supplied by Garmin. In addition, Garmin
reserves the right to refuse warranty claims against products or services that
are obtained and/or used in contravention of the laws of any country. This
product is intended to be used only as a travel aid and must not be used for
any purpose requiring precise measurement of direction, distance, location or
topography. Garmin makes no warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of
map data in this product.
THE WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES CONTAINED HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVE
AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS, IMPLIED,
OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING ANY LIABILITY ARISING UNDER ANY
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU
SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
IN NO EVENT SHALL GARMIN BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL,
INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT
LIMITATION, DAMAGES FOR ANY TRAFFIC FINES OR CITATIONS,
WHETHER RESULTING FROM THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE
THE PRODUCT OR FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT. SOME STATES
DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
Garmin retains the exclusive right to repair or replace (with a new or newly-
overhauled replacement product) the device or software or offer a full refund
of the purchase price at its sole discretion. SUCH REMEDY SHALL BE YOUR
SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY.
To obtain warranty service, contact your local Garmin authorized dealer or call
Garmin Product Support for shipping instructions and an RMA tracking number.
Securely pack the device and a copy of the original sales receipt, which is
required as the proof of purchase for warranty repairs. Write the tracking
number clearly on the outside of the package. Send the device, freight charges
prepaid, to any Garmin warranty service station.
Online auction Purchases: Products purchased through online auctions
are not eligible for warranty coverage. Online auction confirmations are not
accepted for warranty verification. To obtain warranty service, an original or
copy of the sales receipt from the original retailer is required. Garmin will not
replace missing components from any package purchased through an online
auction.
International Purchases: A separate warranty may be provided by
international distributors for devices purchased outside the United States
depending on the country. If applicable, this warranty is provided by the local
in-country distributor and this distributor provides local service for your device.
Distributor warranties are only valid in the area of intended distribution. Devices
purchased in the United States or Canada must be returned to the Garmin
service center in the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, or Taiwan
for service.
australian Purchases: Our goods come with guarantees that cannot
be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a
replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other
reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the
goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and
the failure does not amount to a major failure. The benefits under our Limited
Warranty are in addition to other rights and remedies under applicable law in
relation to the products.
Garmin Australasia, Unit 19, 167 Prospect Highway, Seven Hills, NSW,
Australia, 2147, Phone: 1800 822 235
garmin's Marine Warranty Policy: Certain Garmin Marine products in certain
areas have a longer warranty period and additional terms and conditions. Go
to www.garmin.com/support/warranty.html
product is covered under Garmin's Marine Warranty Policy.
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