Section 5: Care And Support; Troubleshooting - SPOT GEOS User Manual

SecTiOn 5: caRe and SUPPORT

battery life anD uSaGe
• Use only non-rechargeable AAA Lithium batteries in your SPOT Messenger. Alkaline or other
battery technologies, including rechargeable varieties, are not recommended. In an emergency
situation, if you only have access to Alkaline or other battery technologies, SPOT might work, but
will not offer the specified battery life or performance.
• Lithium batteries properly installed in the SPOT Messenger should last for several years stored.
The ON/OFF light will blink red when the lithium batteries have approximately 30% or less of their
life remaining. If the ON/OFF light flashes red, or if you are unsure as to the battery life remaining,
replace the batteries immediately. Always test and verify your SPOT device before any trip.
• Under normal usage fully charged batteries in a SPOT Messenger should meet or exceed
the following:
– Power on, unused: Approximately 4 months.
– SOS or Help messages: 1350 (approximately 4 days)
– Track Progress: 850 messages (approximately 6 days)
– Check OK or Custom Message: 350 messages.
– We recommend that you always carry an extra set of batteries.
oPeratinG conDitionS anD climate
Your SPOT Messenger is designed to go anywhere. However, like all electronic devices, it has
its limits. SPOT relies on GPS and low earth orbit satellites to fix your location and send your
messages. To work, the SPOT logo (which is directly above the transmitter) needs to have an
unobstructed view of the sky, either outdoors or in a glass-enclosed area such as a vehicle
dashboard or glass sunroof. For safety, keep the following in mind regarding the care and
usage of SPOT:
• SPOT floats, but the SPOT logo needs to be facing the sky for the unit to work.
• Waterproof to a depth of 5 meters for up to 1 hour.
• Operating temperatures: -40°F to +176°F (-40°C to 80°C)
• Operating altitude: -300 ft to 21,300 ft (-91m to 6500m)
• Humidity and Salt Fog Rated
• Visit findmespot.com for the latest information on certification to OSHA Intrinsically
Safe to Class 1, Division 1, Group A-D standards.
coveraGe
SPOT works around the world, including virtually all of North America, Europe, Australia and
portions of South America, Northern Africa and Asia, as well as hundreds or thousands of
miles off-shore of these areas. It is important that you check coverage for your destination
before traveling.
contactS
Additional charges may apply in some regions. Standard text messaging charges from your mobile
phone provider may also apply.
cleaninG
Follow these general rules when cleaning the outside of your SPOT Messenger:
• Make sure the power is OFF.
• Use a damp, soft, lint-free cloth. Avoid excess moisture near buttons or openings.
• Do not use aerosol sprays, solvents, alcohol or abrasives.
• Do not attempt to open the SPOT Messenger case.

troubleShootinG

The SPOT Messenger performs a self-diagnostic test each time it is powered on. SPOT
recommends that you send and verify a Check OK message before each trip. This also allows you
to evaluate your entire messaging system, from the operational condition of the SPOT Messenger to
the readiness of those on your contact list.
See faQ section on www.findmespot.com for more information.