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Important safety notices and warnings
Important
: Read the following safety instructions carefully.
TomTom Telematics accept no liability for damage that results from disregarding the safety
instructions.
This document is part of the product. Keep it in a safe place. If you pass the unit on to a new user,
make sure you give them this document as well.
Risk of injury in case of accidents
Do not mount the unit or accessories in the inflation area of airbags or in the impact area for the
head or knees. Choose an installation location that will avoid interference with displays, safety
equipment and controls.
Use of this product is restricted in some areas
The TomTom LINK 201 contains a mobile network module which can interfere with electrical
devices such as cardiac pacemakers, hearing aids and aviation equipment. Interference with these
devices may endanger the health or life of you or others. If your device includes a mobile network
module, do not use it near unprotected electrical units or in areas where the use of mobile
telephones is prohibited, such as hospitals and aircraft.
Danger of explosion
Parts of the TomTom LINK 201 can cause sparks that can lead to explosions. This may endanger
human health and life. Do not use the unit in areas with high risk of explosion. When using a
TomTom LINK 201 in a vehicle fuelled by liquefied gas, follow the safety regulations of the country
in which the vehicle is operated.
Repair and replacement
Repairs must be carried out by authorised and qualified personnel only. Never replace damaged
parts of the unit yourself. Send the defective unit to TomTom Telematics for repair. Only the
qualified staff of TomTom Telematics are authorised to repair or replace parts.
Damage to the device
Short-circuits inside the unit can be caused by contact with water or other liquids. The unit may be
damaged by contact with water. Use and store the unit in an area protected from water.
Damage to the device
Make sure you do not drill into parts of the chassis that have structural or security-related
functions. This is because you cannot be certain that they will function properly after modification.
Safety first
