Banks Speedbrake - banks iDash 1.8 DataMonster Owner's Manual

BANKS MODULES (IF CONNECTED),
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11.4 Banks SpeedBrake

Banks SpeedBrake is a revolutionary,
patented all-electronic braking system
with downhill speed regulating capability,
user-adjustable setpoint speeds (25-75
mph or 40-121 km/h) & built-in safety
features. Banks SpeedBrake harnesses
the Turbocharger, Torque Converter, &
Transmission to give you the world's best
exhaust brake.
The SpeedBrake has three operating
modes; MANUAL, AUTO and OFF. In
AUTO mode, the SpeedBrake varies the
position of the turbocharger vanes and
selects an appropriate gear in order to
maintain a pre-selected target speed.
Choosing the OFF mode allows the
vehicle to behave as if the SpeedBrake is
not present.
WARNING
Your Banks SpeedBrake is NOT a
substitute for the hydraulic brakes
on your truck.
Your Banks SpeedBrake will NOT
correct or compensate for
improperly maintained hydraulic
brakes.
Your Banks SpeedBrake is NOT
designed to be used as a parking
brake or to bring your vehicle to a
complete stop.
Remember, the Banks SpeedBrake
is first and foremost a preemptive
device and is most efficient when
used to help prevent, rather than
correct, a vehicle over speed situation.
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It is recommended that you
experiment with the various settings
prior to using the braking features in
a towing or extreme driving situation.
Under light load conditions on local
streets, the MANUAL mode in the
MEDIUM (MED) setting is an appropriate
starting point to provide a reasonable
demonstration that the brake is
functioning.
11.4.1 Safety Features
WHEEL SLIP DETECTION
The Banks SpeedBrake continuously
monitors wheel speed to detect possible
slippage caused by braking. If this occurs,
the Banks Speedbrake will shut off until
30 seconds after traction is regained.
CRUISE CONTROL
When utilizing the Banks SpeedBrake
while your vehicle's cruise control is
enabled, cruise control will deactivate
once the SpeedBrake activates.
CAUTION
Using the "HIGH" setting with a
lightly loaded vehicle will result in
VERY aggressive braking. Become
familiar with the characteristics of the
strength settings before encountering
slippery road conditions, including rain,
snow and ice.
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