Operation; Options: Changing & Viewing; Test Conditions & Test Area; Set-Up In Vehicle - Auto Test autostop maxi User Manual

3 OPERATION

2.1 Options: Changing & Viewing
To view or change items, ensure the Brake Tester is in the ready mode. "Ready>"
To:
Set Graph Mode
Change from
Imperial to
Metric
Set Acceleration
unit
2.2 Test Conditions & Test Area
While the vertical angle of the Brake Meter will be automatically calculated and
compensated for prior to testing, the greatest accuracy will be obtained when the
Brake Meter is level to the surface of the road. Therefore, the area used for the test
should be as flat as possible. The head wind should be less than 10kph.

2.3 Set-Up in Vehicle

the brake pedal.

2.4 Running the Test

Note: The vehicle must be stationary (at a complete stop) prior to commencement
of the test. Ideal conditions are to test the vehicle at a location where other vehicles
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Press
From the Ready>
position, press "X",
then press "G"
From the Ready>
position, press "X",
then press "I"
From the Ready>
position, press "X",
then press "A"
AutoStop Maxi must be secure during the entire
duration of the test. Misalignment or movement can
cause lower (worse) deceleration readings. This
could mean test failure if the brake performance is
close to the required limits. Secure Maxi in a level or
horizontal position in the vehicle with the lid open
and facing forward. To prevent movement, use the
long strap provided by wrapping it around the brake
tester and the passenger seat. Another method is
placing a sand bag behind Maxi, thus holding it
against a firm surface. Attach the pedal sensor to
Screen Display
Print Graph:
can be toggled between 1 and 0 by pressing "G"
1 = On - print the graph with test
0 = Off - don't print the graph with test.
Press "Enter" to return to Ready>
Imperial:
can be toggled between 1 and 0 by pressing "I"
1 = Imperial, 0 = Metric
Press "Enter" to return to Ready>
Accel:
Can be toggled between % and g by pressing "A"
Press "Enter" to return to Ready>
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