Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems VORAD EVT-300 DRIVER INSTRUCTIONS - Manual (Page 22)

Special Road Situations
Bendix ™ VORAD ® EVT-300 ™ System Road Situations
WARNING: The Bendix VORAD EVT-300 Collision Warning System
will not warn of all possible hazards. Do not assume it is “all clear” if
no warning signals are indicated. This system is intended solely as a
driver aid, and not to be relied upon to operate a vehicle. Use the
EVT-300 system in conjunction with rear view mirrors and other
instrumentation to maintain safe vehicle operation.
Certain road situations can affect the system’s ability to detect objects. Curves, dips,
and hills on the road in front of the vehicle can affect detection. The radar system
may sound a warning when it detects an object in front of the vehicle even though
the driver may be planning to turn away, or stop, prior to reaching the object. What
follows illustrates some special road situations that must be taken into account.
Detecting Objects While Vehicle is in a Turn
Audible alarms will not sound with oncoming traffi c during very sharp right or left
hand turns of less than 750 feet (228 m) radius.
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