Garmin GPSMAP 376C User Manual download pdf (Page 10)

Charging the GPSMAP 376C

Before using the GPSMAP 376C, you might need to charge the

battery. Plug the power cable into an external power source to

charge. You can use the unit while it is charging.

To charge the unit’s battery:

1. Lift the rubber weather cap to expose the power connector

on the back of the unit. See the image on page 1 for

connector location.

2. Align the notches and push the plug into the connector until

fully seated.

3. Plug the 12-Volt adapter into an available AC outlet, or

cigarette lighter receptacle if you have a cigarette lighter

adapter. Use care when routing the cable; make sure it does

not interfere with vehicle operation. The unit begins charging

as soon as external power is applied.

TIP: Placing the unit in Charge Mode charges the unit more

quickly than when the unit is turned on and reduces draw on the

vehicle/vessel battery.

When you turn on the GPSMAP 376C the power source indicator on

the GPS tab shows the unit is operating off battery power ( ),

that the unit is charging ( ), or that an external power source is

in use ( ).

Using Charge Mode

If you want to charge the battery when you are not using the unit,

you can put the unit into Charge Mode.

To put the GPSMAP 376C in charge mode:

1. Connect the GPSMAP 376C to an external power supply.

2. Press and hold the POWER key. Instead of completely

turning off, the GPSMAP 376C goes into Charge Mode.

NOTE: While in Charge Mode, the GPSMAP 376C draws a

small amount of current from the vehicle/vessel battery. To avoid

discharging the vehicle’s battery, disconnect the external power

cable from the unit when not in use for several days.

Over time, you might notice that the lithium-ion battery in the unit

is not holding a charge any more. This is common for lithium-ion

batteries. Contact Garmin or your Garmin dealer to order a battery

pack replacement if you are experiencing battery charging issues.

2 GPSMAP 376C Owner’s Manual

gettIng stArted > chArgIng the gPsMAP 376c

1 2 ... 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 ... 151 152

No comments

Garmin GPSMAP 376C User Manual Page 10