Safety Introduction Thoroughly read this manual before operating the equipment and comply with the instructions. Always display the manual in a conspicuous location. Personal injury and property damage incurred due to non-compliance with these safety instructions are not covered by the product liability regulations. Symbols Important safety instructions.
Safety Instructions for Operation • Pay attention to the detailed operating instructions. • The tester may only be operated by trained personnel who are over the age of 18. • Adhere to the statutory guidelines for accident prevention. • The permissible load capacity shown on the type nameplate may not be exceeded. •...
Range of Application The MPP 2140 / 2240 Plate Brake Tester is a diagnostic device for vehicle brakes of cars and vans up to 4 t axle load. The condition of the brakes can be tested quickly and easily. Defects on the vehicle brakes are identified via the digital display and the measurement values printed out (as long as the optional remote control and PC connection exist).
Equipment Overview Brake force display left Brake force display right Bar display for brake force difference and user guidance Optional brake force difference display in % with integrated user guidance Optional RS 232 interface for PC connection Main switch and connection for power supply Ramps Plate brake tester Cable channel...
Remote Control 2.4.1 Infrared Remote Control IFB 3 Separate operating instructions for the IFB 3 are available. 2.4.2 Radio Remote Control RECO 1 Not used Menu item upwards Menu item downwards Confirm Transmitter Receiver Radio Module HLE Rotary coding switch for channel selection Battery G1: Typel: "CR 2032"...
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Transmission Frequency DIP Switch Transmission Frequency DIP Switch Channel in MHz Setting Channel in MHz Setting 868.000 868.800 868.200 869.000 868.400 869.200 868.600 869.800 870.000 869.525 868.300 869.850 Do not use transmis- 868.950 sion channels 8…12! BA260401-en...
PCB IW 2 BA V1.0 2.5.1 PCB Overview IR Eye Remote control Zero point left RS 485 Amplification left RS 232 Amplification right Analog IN Zero point right Not used Calibration Not used Not used Not used Not used Not used Not used Not used Lithium battery, Date/Time,...
2.5.2 Connector Assignment Connector X1: IR Eye Remote Control +24 V Lamp via MOS FET on GND Data from Eye +5 V Connector X2: RS 485 +5 V Data A Data B Connector X3: RS 232 BA260401-en...
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Connector X4: Analog IN, Proximity Switch IN DMS left OUT+ DMS left +12 V DMS left GND DMS left OUT- DMS right OUT+ DMS right +12 V DMS right GND DMS right OUT- Not used Not used Not used Not used Not used Not used Not used...
Operation Danger! Risk of personal injury or death in the area of the tester! Operating personnel are responsible for keeping all persons out of the tester area during testing. Danger of carbon monoxide poisoning when operating vehicle engines in enclosed rooms! The operator is responsible for ensuring there is sufficient air exchange in the tester and pit area.
Conducting a Standard Test In the standard version the brake test is always done following the same procedure regardless of the axle being tested: 1 Drive onto the tester with 5…15 km/h. 2 As soon as the desired axle is on the test plate, brake sharply. 3 Stay on the brakes until the measurement values are displayed.
Conducting a Test with PC and Remote Control If the tester is used in connection with a PC, pay attention to the user guidance (C or D; see paragraph "Equipment Overview"). This shows the user which axle is to be tested and/or has already been tested.
Error Message The electronic system continuously checks the signal transmitted by the strain gauges. This error message is issued when invalid signals are sent due to line interruption or strain gauge defect: The error message always appears on the side on which the error has occurred. Maintenance •...
The level positioning surface for the tester may not deviate more than 2 mm and give the anchors sufficient hold. The foundation dimensions can be found in the foundation plans for the MPP 2140 / MPP 2240. Risk of damage! The foundation work must be done exactly according to plan.
Installing the Brake Plates Fig 1: Fastening screws for the track surface 1 Disassemble the surface tracks of the plates. Remove the screws designated in Fig. 1 as (A) and lift the track surface. The cable outlet (B) is located on the side face of the brake plate. At mounting distinguish between left and right, as the plate tester is delivered already pre- calibrated.
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Fig. 3: Arrangement of the components of the floor assembly Fig. 4: Laying the strain gauge cable BA260401-en...
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3 Fasten each brake plate (B) with 4 heavy-duty anchors M10x90 (C) on the foundation. 4a With surface mounting, use the foundation plans to install the drive-on ramps (E) and the cable cover (F). Lay the measurement strain gauge cable through drill hole (D) under the ramps and the cable cover.
Installing the Display No matter how the display is being attached, the instrument dial must be removed first and all pre-lasered drill holes needed for the respective attachment option opened: 1 Following Fig. 5 use the openings (A) to push the panel and instrument dial up and forward out of the display box.
5.3.1 Wall Mounting Fig. 6, pictures 2 and 4 show the wall attachment procedure. The wall holder (C), the reinforcing angle (A) and the enclosed mounting material are required. Mounting steps: 1 Open the 6 pre-lasered drill holes. 2 Attach the reinforcement angle with the 5 outside screws. 3 Attach wall holder to the wall using suitable anchors.
Electrical Connection Danger! Risk of personal injury or death by electric shock! The electrical installation may only be done by skilled electricians. Unplug from electricity before doing repair, maintenance and setup work. See paragraph "Description / PCB IW 2 BA V1.0 / Connector Assignment". Connector X4 is equipped with a so-called tension spring connection.
Calibration Tools The following tools are needed for the calibration: • Calibration device ( for routine inspection or VZ 975102 VZ 975103) • Slotted screw driver 0.6 x 3 mm • Box wrench 13 mm Procedure 1 Unplug the power cord. 2 Remove glass plate and dial.
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8 Set the counterweight (A) of the calibration device so that 0.00 is shown again. 9 Place calibration weight 30 kg (C) on the 12 kN notch (see label). The label is located below the spirit level on the calibration device. 10 Align the calibration bar exactly horizontally (B) using the turnbuckle (E) and the level (F).
The contents of this edition have been checked with great care. However, errors cannot be fully excluded. Subject to technical change without notice. Document Document №: BA260401-en Approval Date: 15.12.2010 Manufacturer MAHA Maschinenbau Haldenwang GmbH & Co. KG. Hoyen 20 87490 Haldenwang Germany Phone: +49 (0) 8374 585 0 Fax: +49 (0) 8374 585 499...
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