Battery information – Garmin 550 User Manual
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Battery Information
Your zūmo contains an internal lithium-
ion battery. The battery lasts up to 4
hours, depending on usage.
The
battery icon on the Menu
page indicates the status of the internal
battery. If the icon is not present, your
zūmo is connected to external power. For
information about charging your zūmo,
Maximizing the Battery Life
• Turn off GPS (
>
System
>
GPS Mode
>
GPS Off
) when you
do not need to receive GPS signals,
or use
Normal
mode when WAAS or
EGNOS is not available.
• Turn the backlight brightness down.
Press and hold
, and then use
and
to adjust the brightness.
• Do not leave your zūmo in direct
sunlight. Avoid prolonged exposure
to excessive heat or cold.
Replacing the Battery
To purchase a replacement lithium-ion
, and click the
Accessories
link.
Unscrew the battery pack and replace
the battery. Contact your local waste
disposal department for information on
properly disposing of the battery.
MCX
connector
under
weather cap
Battery
pack
Screw