Sections in this Manual
- Getting Started
- What’s in the box
- What’s in this document
- Setting up your Fitbit Charge
- Syncing your tracker data to your Fitbit account
- Getting to know your Fitbit Charge
- Using your Charge in wet conditions
- Battery life and charging
- Care
- Tracking with Fitbit Charge
- Using Silent Alarms
- Receiving Call Notifications
- Using your fitbit.com Dashboard
- Updating Fitbit Charge
- Troubleshooting
- Info & Specifications
- Help
- Return policy and warranty
- Safety Statement
- Disposal and Recycling Information
Help
Troubleshooting and assistance for your Charge can be found at
http://help.fitbit.com.
Return policy and warranty
Warranty information and the fitbit.com Store Return Policy can be found online at
http://www.fitbit.com/returns.
Regulatory and Safety Notices
Model Name: FB404
USA: Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement
This device complies with FCC part 15 FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference and
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation
FCC Warning
Changes or modifications not approved by Fitbit, Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device meets the FCC requirements for RF exposure in public or uncontrolled
environments.
FCC ID: XRAFB404
Canada: Industry Canada (IC) statement
This device meets the IC requirements for RF exposure in public or uncontrolled
environments. IC Notice to Users in accordance with RSS GEN Issue 3:
This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause interference, and
- This device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device
IC ID: 8542A-FB404
European Union (EU)
Declaration of Conformity with Regard to the EU Directive 1999/5/EC
Fitbit Inc. is authorized to apply the CE Mark on CHARGE, Model FB404, thereby declaring conformity to the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC and other applicable Directives.
Compliant with the standard R&TTE 99/CE/05
Safety Statement
This equipment has been tested to comply with safety certification in accordance
with the specifications of EN Standard: EN60950-1:2006 + A11:2009 + A1:2010 + A12: 2011.
Important safety instructions
Cautions
- Prolonged contact may contribute to skin irritation or allergies in some users. If you notice any signs of skin redness, swelling, itchiness, or other skin irritation, please discontinue. Continued use, even after symptoms subside, may result in renewed or increased irritation. If symptoms persist, consult your doctor.
- The device contains electrical equipment that could cause injury if not handled properly.
- This product is not a medical device, and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
- Consult your doctor before beginning or modifying any exercise program.
- Consult your doctor before use if you have any preexisting conditions that might be affected by your use of this Fitbit product.
- Do not check call notifications or other data on the product’s display while driving or in other situations where distractions could be hazardous.
- This product is not a toy. Do not allow children or pets to play with your Fitbit product. The product contains small components that can be a choking hazard.
- Your Fitbit product is splash and rain proof. It should not be worn in the shower or while swimming and should not be submerged under water
Care and wearing tips
- Clean and dry your Fitbit product regularly, particularly in areas in contact with the skin. Use a clean, damp cloth. Do not wash the product under a faucet.
- Wear your Fitbit product loosely enough to allow air circulation.
- Use skin care products sparingly on the areas of the skin covered by your
Fitbit product. - Take the product off from time to time to clean it and allow for your skin to be uncovered
- Do not open the enclosure or disassemble your Fitbit product.
- Do not use your Fitbit product if the display is cracked.
- Substances in this product and its battery may harm the environment or cause
injury if handled and disposed of improperly. - Do not place your Fitbit product in a dishwasher, washing machine, or dryer.
- Do not expose your Fitbit product to extremely high or low temperatures.
- Do not use your Fitbit product in a sauna or steam room.
- Do not leave your Fitbit product in direct sunlight for an extended period of
time. - Do not dispose of your Fitbit product in a fire. The battery could explode.
- Do not use abrasive cleaners to clean your Fitbit product.
- Do not wear your Fitbit product while charging it.
- Do not charge your Fitbit product while it is wet.
- Remove your Fitbit product if it feels warm or hot.
Built-in battery precautions and information
- Your Fitbit product features a built-in battery, which is not user replaceable. Tampering with your product, or attempting to open it, will void the warranty nand can result in a safety hazard.
- Use only the charger cable that shipped with your product to charge the battery.
- Charge the battery using a computer, powered hub, or power supply that is ncertified by a recognized testing laboratory.
- Charge the battery in accordance with the instructions supplied with this nguide.
- Your product uses a California Energy Commission battery charger.
Disposal and Recycling Information
The symbol on the product or its packaging signifies that this product must be disposed of separately from ordinary household wastes at its end of life. Please kindly be aware that it is your responsibility to dispose of electronic equipment at recycling centers to help conserve natural resources.
Each country in the European Union should have its collection centers for electrical and electronic equipment recycling. For information about your recycling drop off point, please contact your local related electrical and electronic equipment waste management authority or the retailer where you bought the product.
- Do not dispose of your Fitbit product with household waste
- Disposal of the packaging and your Fitbit product should be done in accordance with local regulations.
- Batteries are not to be disposed of in the municipal waste stream and require separate collection.