AutoStop Maxi User Manual Version 8.18
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3 OPERATION
2.1 Options: Changing & Viewing
To view or change items, ensure the Brake Tester is in the ready mode. “Ready>”
To:
Press
Screen Display
Set Graph Mode
From the Ready>
position, press “X”,
then press “G“
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>
Change from
Imperial to
Metric
From the Ready>
position, press “X”,
then press “I“
Imperial:
can be toggled between 1 and 0 by pressing “I”
1 = Imperial, 0 = Metric
Press “Enter” to return to Ready>
Set Acceleration
unit
From the Ready>
position, press “X”,
then press “A“
Accel:
Can be toggled between % and g by pressing “A”
Press “Enter” to return to Ready>
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
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
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
