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Introduction, Getting Started, Tips for Installing the Device, Installing the Device on a Rear Rack

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Introduction WARNING See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information. The device can improve situational awareness. It is not a replacement for cyclist attentiveness and good judgement. Always maintain awareness of your surroundings, and operate the bicycle in a safe manner. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death. Always consult your physician before you begin or modify any exercise program. Getting Started You can use the Varia eRTL615 with your compatible Garmin® device or a phone. This list provides an overview of the installation and setup tasks. • Install the tail light mount (Installing the Device on a Rear Rack, page 3). • If you are using an Edge® series bike computer, pair the devices (The Varia eRTL615 and Your Edge 1040, page 5). • If you are using your phone, download the Garmin Varia app to your phone, and pair the devices (Pairing the Varia eRTL615 with Your Phone, page 8). • If you are using another Garmin device, pair the devices (Other Compatible Devices, page 12). Tips for Installing the Device The Varia eRTL615 includes a tail light and micro radar that can detect approaching vehicles up to 140 meters away. • Select a secure location to mount the device where it does not interfere with the safe operation of your bike. • Mount the device as high as possible for optimal light visibility and radar detection. NOTE: The mount surface should be vertical. The devices are designed to accommodate most bike rack angles. • Mount the device 250 mm to 1200 mm above the road. • Ensure the device faces backward and is perpendicular to the road. • Make sure there are no obstructions in front of the light. • Go for a test ride during the day in a safe environment. Introduction 1

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Introduction
WARNING
See the
Important Safety and Product Information
guide in the product box for product warnings and other
important information.
The device can improve situational awareness. It is not a replacement for cyclist attentiveness and good
judgement. Always maintain awareness of your surroundings, and operate the bicycle in a safe manner. Failure
to do so could result in serious injury or death.
Always consult your physician before you begin or modify any exercise program.
Getting Started
You can use the Varia eRTL615 with your compatible Garmin
®
device or a phone. This list provides an overview
of the installation and setup tasks.
•
Install the tail light mount (
Installing the Device on a Rear Rack
, page 3
).
•
If you are using an Edge
®
series bike computer, pair the devices (
The Varia eRTL615 and Your Edge 1040
,
page 5
).
•
If you are using your phone, download the Garmin Varia app to your phone, and pair the devices (
Pairing the
Varia eRTL615 with Your Phone
, page 8
).
•
If you are using another Garmin device, pair the devices (
Other Compatible Devices
, page 12
).
Tips for Installing the Device
The Varia eRTL615 includes a tail light and micro radar that can detect approaching vehicles up to 140 meters
away.
•
Select a secure location to mount the device where it does not interfere with the safe operation of your bike.
•
Mount the device as high as possible for optimal light visibility and radar detection.
NOTE:
The mount surface should be vertical. The devices are designed to accommodate most bike rack
angles.
•
Mount the device 250 mm to 1200 mm above the road.
•
Ensure the device faces backward and is perpendicular to the road.
•
Make sure there are no obstructions in front of the light.
•
Go for a test ride during the day in a safe environment.
Introduction
1