Garmin nuvi 1690 User manual

Important Safety and Product Information
Warnings
Failure to avoid the following potentially
hazardous situations could result in an
accident or collision resulting in death or
serious injury.
When installing the device in a vehicle, place
the device securely so it does not obstruct
the driver’s view of the road or interfere with
vehicle operating controls, such as the steering
wheel, foot pedals, or transmission levers. Do
not place in front of or above any airbag. (See
diagram.)
When navigating, carefully compare
information displayed on the device to all
available navigation sources, including
information from street signs, visual sightings,
and maps. For safety, always resolve any
discrepancies or questions before continuing
navigation and defer to posted road signs.
Do not mount where driver’s
eld of vision is blocked.
Do not place unsecured on the
vehicle dashboard.
Do not mount in front of an airbag eld of deployment.
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Always operate the vehicle in a safe manner.
Do not become distracted by the device
while driving, and always be fully aware of
all driving conditions. Minimize the amount
of time spent viewing the device’s screen
while driving and use voice prompts when
possible. Do not input destinations, change
settings, or access any functions requiring
prolonged use of the device’s controls while
driving. Pull over in a safe and legal manner
before attempting such operations.
The device is designed to provide route
suggestions. It is not designed to replace the
need for driver attentiveness regarding road
closures or road conditions, trafc congestion,
weather conditions, or other factors that may
affect safety while driving.
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nüvi 1690 (Model 01102291) Important Safety and Product Information

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WARNING: This product, its packaging, and
its components contain chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or reproductive harm. This notice
is provided in accordance with California’s
Proposition 65. See www.garmin.com/prop65
for more information.
Battery Warnings
If these guidelines are not followed, the internal
lithium-ion battery may experience a shortened
life span or may present a risk of damage to
the GPS device, re, chemical burn, electrolyte
leak, and/or injury.
Do not leave the device exposed to a heat
source or in a high temperature location, such
as in the sun in an unattended vehicle. To
prevent damage, remove the device from the
vehicle or store it out of direct sunlight, such
as in the glove box.
Do not puncture or incinerate.
When storing the device for an extended time,
store within the following temperature range:
from 32° to 77°F (from 0° to 25°C).
Do not operate the device outside of the
following temperature range: from -4° to
131°F (from -20° to 55°C).
Do not remove or attempt to remove the non-
user-replaceable battery.
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When disposing of the device, take it to
a professional service, such as a waste
electronics treatment facility, to have the
battery removed and recycled.
Important Information
The California Electronic Waste Recycling
Act of 2003 requires the recycling of certain
electronics. For more information on the
applicability to this product, see
www.erecycle.org.
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.
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NOTICE REGARDING WINDSHIELD
MOUNTING LEGAL RESTRICTIONS:
Before using the suction cup mount on your
windshield, check the state and local laws and
ordinances where you drive. Some state laws
prohibit drivers from using suction mounts
on their windshields while operating motor
vehicles. Other state laws allow the suction
mount to be located only in specic locations
on the windshield. Many other states have
enacted restrictions against placing “non-
transparent material” on the windshield or
placing objects on the windshield in locations
that obstruct the driver’s vision. IT IS THE
USER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO USE THE
GARMIN DEVICE AND MOUNTING
OPTIONS IN SUCH A MANNER THAT
THE USER IS IN COMPLIANCE
WITH ALL APPLICABLE LAWS AND
ORDINANCES. Where required, other Garmin
dashboard or friction mount options should be
used to comply with state and local laws and
ordinances. Always mount your Garmin device
in a location that does not obstruct the driver’s
view of the road. Garmin does not assume
any responsibility for any nes, penalties, or
damages that may be incurred as a result of
disregarding this notice or as a result of any
state or local law or ordinance relating to the
use of your Garmin device.
FCC Compliance
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two 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 has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation. 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:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the
equipment and the receiver.
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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 modications could
result in permanent damage to the equipment,
and void your warranty and your authority to
operate this device under Part 15 regulations.
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.
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/declaration-of
-conformity.
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Pacemakers and Other Medical
Devices
Studies have shown that there may be a
potential interaction between mobile devices
and normal pacemaker operation. The
pacemaker industry recommends that people
with pacemakers follow these guidelines
to minimize any risk of interference with
pacemaker operation:
Always maintain a distance of 6 inches
(15 cm) between the pacemaker and any
mobile device that is turned on.
Store the device on the opposite side of the
pacemaker. Do not carry the device in a
breast pocket.
Use the ear furthest from the pacemaker
in order to minimize any potential for
interference.
If you think that interference may be
occurring, turn off the device immediately.
For other medical devices, consult with your
physician or the manufacturer to determine
if your mobile device may interfere with
the medical device, and to determine any
precautions that you can take to avoid
interference.
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Avoid Hearing Damage
You can permanently damage your ears and
lose hearing if you listen to the receiver,
earbuds, headphones, or headsets at high
volume. Turn the volume down. The volume
is typically too loud if you cannot hear people
speaking around you. Limit the amount of time
you listen at high volume. If you experience
ringing in your ears or mufed speech, stop
listening and have your hearing checked.
Avoid Repetitive Motion
You may experience occasional discomfort
in your hands, arms, shoulders, neck, or other
parts of your body if you perform repetitive
activities, such as typing or playing games, on
the mobile device. Take frequent breaks. If you
have discomfort while or after using the device,
stop using it and see a physician.
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 antenna
is located along the top of the device, on the
opposite side of the Power key.
Regular review of scientic research and
studies has led to the formation of international
safety guidelines and regulations regarding
limiting exposure to this RF energy. This
mobile product emits RF energy below
the published limits when operating in its
maximum output power mode and when used
with Garmin authorized accessories. In normal
operation, the mobile device will operate at
even lower output power modes, depending on
many factors including proximity to network
cellular towers and the absence of external
interference.
To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance
requirements, the device should be used in
its automobile mount or as a handheld device
only. The device should not be used in other
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Limited Warranty
This Garmin product is 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 cover failures due to abuse, misuse,
accident, or unauthorized alteration or repairs.
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, WHETHER RESULTING FROM
THE USE, MISUSE, OR INABILITY TO
USE THIS 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.

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Online Auction Purchases: Products sold
through online auctions are not eligible for
rebates or other special offers from Garmin.
Online auction conrmations are not accepted
for warranty verication. 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
is provided by international distributors for
devices purchased outside the United States.
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.

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