Monaco DYNASTY 2006, User Manual

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DYNASTY 2006 DRIVING & SAFETY — SECTION 2 • 71
Press the
UP
arrow to select the desired function. When adjusting the volume, the
up
and
down
arrow is used
after selecting the
VL
function. The display will automatically return to the
Normal
mode after 5 seconds of
inactivity.
The VORAD system can be turned off by holding the down arrow (5 seconds) until the Driver Display is
blank. Press the
up
arrow to turn the VORAD system back
on
.
SmartCruise® - Operation
Smart Cruise® activates when the motorhome cruise control system is engaged and the VORAD System
is on. When SmartCruise® is active, the SmartCruise label on the Driver Display will illuminate. The desired
following distance can be adjusted using the rocker switch. The system maintains the selected following distance
between the motorhome and the vehicle ahead of the motorhome, or in the case of no vehicle ahead, the preset
cruise control speed. Following distance takes priority over the preset cruise control speed. The cruise control set
speed is indicated on the VORAD driver display.
WARNING:
The VORAD System is not a substitute for an alert, safe driver. SmartCruise® will not
react to stationary objects and cannot apply the service brakes to bring the motorhome to a
complete stop. The driver is ultimately responsible for the safe operation of the motorhome.
The driver should fully understand the operating characteristics and limitations of the
SmartCruise® and take all necessary actions to operate the motorhome in a safe manner.
WARNING:
If the motorhome speed and speed of the vehicles ahead significantly differ, the driver
will need to apply the service brakes to maintain a safe distance. After a service brake
application, the cruise control and SmartCruise® must be RESUMED.
Proximity Alert:
The proximity alert is activated when the motorhome is moving up to two miles per hour and an object is
detected less than 10 feet in front of the motorhome. In this case, a light comes ON, accompanied by a low-
pitch tone.
Special Situations
To use the VORAD System safely and effectively, it helps to understand a number of special road situations
and how the system reacts to them. The way the system interprets curves, dips, and hills can sometimes infl uence
the system alerts. Consult the Eaton Driver Instruction manual for a description of these situations.
“Data Recorder” - Stores trip/accident data:
The computer is also capable of storing digital information similar to the ‘black box’ used on aircraft. In the
unlikely event an accident occurs, the data can be retrieved to understand what may have caused the accident. The
VORAD computer must be returned to Eaton to retrieve stored data.