Battery
This product uses a Lithium-Polymer battery. Do not use it in a humid, wet
and/or corrosive environment. Do not put, store or leave your product in or
near a heat source, in a high temperature location, in strong direct sunlight, in
a microwave oven or in a pressurized container, and do not expose it to
temperatures over 60 C (140 F). Failure to follow these guidelines may cause
the Lithium-Polymer battery to leak acid, become hot, explode or ignite and
cause injury and/or damage. Do not pierce, open or disassemble the battery.
If the battery leaks and you come into contact with the leaked fluids, rinse
thoroughly with water and seek medical attention immediately. For safety
reasons, and to prolong the lifetime of the battery, charging will not occur at
low (below 0 C/32 F) or high (over 45 C/113 F) temperatures.
Temperatures: Standard operation: -10 C (14 F) to +55 C (131 F); short period
storage: -20 C (-4 F) to + 60 C (140 F); long period storage: -20 C (-4 F) to
+25 C (77 F).
THE LITHIUM-POLYMER BATTERY CONTAINED IN THE PRODUCT
MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF PROPERLY. USE YOUR
TomTom ONLY WITH THE SUPPLIED DC POWER LEAD (CAR
CHARGER/BATTERY CABLE) AND AC ADAPTER (HOME CHARGER)
FOR BATTERY CHARGING.
To recycle your TomTom unit please see your local approved TomTom
service center.
Mounting TomTom RIDER
Extreme care must be taken when mounting TomTom RIDER on a motorcycle.
Read the description in the Quick Start Guide carefully before mounting
TomTom RIDER on your motorcycle. TomTom RIDER shall be mounted in
compliance with the relevant legislation and the vehicle manufacturer's rules.
Failure to mount TomTom RIDER correctly could result in damage to your
vehicle and serious injury to the vehicle rider and other road users. TomTom
RIDER is mounted on your motorcycle at your own risk.
Battery cable
The power cable shall be routed to avoid sharp bends, abrasion, overheating,
exhaust gases and battery acids and other potential hazards. It must not be
strained nor distorted by e.g. excessive tightening of cable ties. Ensure that all
connections are mechanically and electrically safe and secure. Keep away
from heat sources and vehicle controls. It must not hinder the operation of
safety equipment nor interfere with the driver's ability to control the vehicle.
SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING DRIVING IN CALIFORNIA AND MINNESOTA
California Vehicle Code Section 26708 (a) (1) provides that "No persons shall
drive any motor vehicle with an object or material placed, displayed, installed,
affixed or applied upon the windshield or side or rear windows." Drivers in
California should not use a suction mount on their windshield, side or rear
windows.
Note: this section of the California Vehicle Code applies to anyone driving in
California, not just California residents.
Minnesota State Legislature Statutes Section 169.71, subdivision 1, section 2
provides that "A person shall not drive or operate with any objects suspended
between the driver and the windshield other than sun visors and rearview
mirrors and electronic toll collection devices."
Note: this Minnesota Stature applies to anyone driving in Minnesota, not just
Minnesota residents.
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