Safety Instructions and Warnings

Warning

Any electrical work should be performed only by a suitably trained and qualified automotive technician with qualification applicable to your country/ region/ state; and with an expertise in installing and troubleshooting advanced onboard components, including multiplexed circuits. Lytx, Inc. disclaims all responsibility for any damages arising from improper installation and maintenance of the device(s).

Read and follow the instructions and precautions in this guide and all documents referenced in this guide when installing the device(s). Always refer to the vehicle manufacturer’s service manual for proper installation and wiring of any aftermarket devices, including the Lytx device. Failure to do so may result in property damage and/or personal injury.

Warning

The device(s) interfaces with the vehicle’s electrical systems. However, it should not interfere with any of the vehicle’s electrical or operating systems. Lytx, Inc. disclaims all responsibility for any damages arising from improper installation and maintenance of the device(s).

Warning

Park the vehicle on a level surface before beginning any maintenance or installation. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving. Never work under a vehicle supported only by jacks as jacks can slip and fall over.

Warning

All wires that carry electrical current to the Lytx device(s) must be fused. Failure to fuse the power, ground, and ignition wires can lead to serious personal injury and/or property damage. If any wires or cables containing fuses/fuse boxes need to be cut or otherwise shortened, always be certain to replace such fuses/fuse boxes or install new ones.

Warning

Only approved wire connection methods are recommended. Refer to the vehicle manufacturer’s service manual to determine if sealing crimp connections, Add-A-Circuit, sealing butt connections, or OEM connections to open connection ports are approved. Never use plier tap products such as insulation displacement connectors (i.e. ScotchLoc connectors) when installing the Surfsight device(s) (unless mandated by the vehicle manufacture i.e., BMW).

Warning

Wire Protection: Take all necessary measures to protect all wire runs through a metal surface with a grommet or other device and all wire runs outside the vehicle cab with a loom. Always protect against wire fatigue and harness abrasion by properly attaching wires at closely spaced intervals, while avoiding contact with sharp edges or doing anything else that might result in exposed wires. All wires should be secured with tie wraps at least every one foot (30 cm/300 mm) or less. Do not over-tighten any tie wraps.

Warning

Substituting or supplementing components may impair suitability and performance. If you are missing any components contact Lytx Technical Support Center at 925.732.4246 or email support@lytx.com.

Warning

Use of correct Personal Protective Equipment to comply with any countries/regions/jurisdictions/ local company Health and Safety regulation for the installation site and type of installation being completed, to prevent serious injury, is the responsibility of the Installer and Installation partner. Wear safe eye protection to prevent serious eye injury when you perform vehicle maintenance or service.

Warning

In order to reduce the potential danger of injuries, the driver and front passenger must always be correctly seated with seat belts correctly fastened when operating the vehicle.

Warning

The ability for the Lytx device to issue a warning, including a visual and/or audible alert may be limited. In certain conditions, including inclement weather, low visibility, certain road conditions (including poor lane markings, construction zones, dirt roads, heavy or complicated traffic, and curvy and winding roads), the Lytx device may have limited to no functionality. Further, certain factors within the vehicle, including the body positioning of the driver and/or passengers and other in-vehicle equipment, can impact the ability for the Lytx device to issue a warning. The Lytx device may not detect certain objects such as motorcyclists, bicyclists or pedestrians even in the most ideal conditions. Always keep the lens and view of the Lytx device unobstructed and properly calibrated so as not to inhibit function. Driving in certain conditions or any interference with the Lytx device can result in false, few or no warnings. The driver must always monitor traffic and surroundings and take measures to avoid an accident; failure to do so can result in serious personal injury or death or severe property damage.

Warning

The Surfsight® dashcams comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standards for Safety IEC 62368. However, they may become warm during normal use, and prolonged contact with warm surfaces can cause discomfort or injury. To minimize any potential heat-related issues, please avoid touching the dashcam's lens surface.

Warning

If the Lytx device is not functioning properly at any time, please contact your supervisor and have the device inspected immediately to correct the issue. Whether or not the Lytx device is functioning, it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain vehicle control; failure to do so can result in serious personal injury or death or severe property damage.

Warning

The optional livestream feature may have an approximate delay of 10 seconds. Livestream should never be used to assist the driver in operating the vehicle. The driver is responsible for the safe operation of the vehicle at all times and must always take measures to avoid a collision.

Warning

Some countries/regions/jurisdictions have adopted, or may in the future adopt, laws that prohibit objects from being mounted on a vehicle’s windshield or other locations in a vehicle. Always refer to any applicable laws that concern mounting devices on vehicle windshields before choosing a mounting location. You are responsible for complying with such laws, as Lytx, Inc. does not accept responsibility for your failure to do so.