These operating instructions are intended for the
operators and owner of the Brake Tester.
Operators are trained automotive personnel, who
must be instructed in the operation and safety
requirements of this equipment.
The owner, is responsible for the conditions
surrounding the operation of the Brake Tester (e.g.:
accident prevention, check of components,
maintenance etc.).
1.1
Copyright
Software and data are the property of Continental or
its suppliers and are protected against unauthorized
reproduction under copyright laws, international
contracts and other national legal provisions. The
reproduction or sale of data and software or any part
thereof is prohibited and punishable by law; in the
event of violations, Continental reserves the right to
prosecute and to assert claims for damages.
1.2
Liability
As far as possible, all the data in this program is based
on information from the manufacturer and importers.
Continental furnishes no guarantee for the
correctness and completeness of software or data; we
assume no liability for damage caused by faulty
software and data. At any event, the liability of
Continental is limited to the amount which the
customer has actually paid for this product. This
exemption from liability does not apply to damages
caused intentionally or by gross negligence on the
part of Continental.
2.1
General safety instructions
The RBT240 or RBT270 is a machine in the sense of
Directive 2006/42/EC. This machine can generate
dangers that can be sources of injury or health issues.
These dangers have been taken into account in the
machine design. However, some dangers cannot be
completely controlled and are the subject of the safety
instructions below which are to be followed strictly.
Do not use the bench without first having been
trained by a qualified person on the equipment
specifications, the dangers it represents and how to
use it.
Before starting to use the equipment without
surveillance, make sure to have perfectly understood
how it works and that all the following instructions
have been followed.
The Brake Tester is for the user-friendly testing of
brakes. The measured values displayed do not,
however, replace expert visual examination after the
tests, on a lifting platform, for instance.
Do not use except for the
purpose specified
Always observe Safety and Accident Prevention
guidelines, and regulations!
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If the Brake Tester is not in use, switch off the power
supply at the main switch. Secure mains switch
against unauthorised use.
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Cover the roller sets of the brake tester when not in
use.
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Do not park vehicles on the Brake Tester.
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Work on the Brake Tester may only be carried out by
qualified electrical / mechanical engineers.Do not start
vehicle engine by means of roller-drive motors.
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Drive the vehicle slowly (less than 5mph) onto the
set of rollers to avoid unnecessary loading strain.
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Only drive the vehicle off the Brake Tester in a
forward direction and with the rollers still moving.
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When the Brake Tester is switched on, no persons or
vehicles should be standing on or near the rollers.
There is a risk of fatal injuries to anyone near the
rollers.
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No Repairs or other work may be carried out on a
vehicle when it is in the rollers of the brake tester.
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Operators must wear work clothes without loose
straps and loops. This includes work shoes without
laces. Loose straps and laces may catch in the rollers
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About This
Manual
and endanger the operator.
2.2
Information
Before commissioning it is essential to:
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Correctly understand what is described in this
manual and to be aware of the capacities,
specifications and dangers of the equipment.
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Make sure all possible operatives are perfectly
trained and that they know how to use the equipment
safely.
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Make sure that safety instructions are strictly
followed to prevent non-authorised persons from
approaching the safety zone.
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Make sure that the layout is compliant with the civil
engineering drawings and compliant with all
applicable regulations. For the civil engineering
definition, the safety zones and the safety device
layouts, only use the layout drawings.
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Mark the safety zone on the ground (0.5 m wide,
yellow and black stripes, completely surrounding the
embedded equipment).
Depending on the site, plan for the installation of:
–
side barriers preventing access to the test
bench
–
spherical surveillance mirrors visible from the
control stations
–
additional systems to protect all persons likely
to access the installation
–
an exhaust fume evacuation system
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Use all required personal protection equipment,
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Never carry out work on the equipment (servicing,
repairs, checks, movement, etc.) without first having
powered it off,
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Carry out the regular servicing as described in the
maintenance manual,
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Position the console so that the operative can always
read the control screen regardless of outside lighting
conditions,
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Check that the screen is sufficiently legible at the
maximum distance between the operative and the
screen (depending on the type and length of the
vehicle). If this is not the case install an active repeater
screen in a suitable location to meet this requirement,
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Always keep this manual within reach and
remember to consult it whenever necessary.
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General
Instructions
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE
COMMISSIONING OR BEFORE USING THE
EQUIPMENT FOR THE FIRST TIME
As soon as a vehicle axle is in position on the
brake tester bench, its rollers can be started up
and become dangerous elements. It is therefore
imperative to take all required precautions to prevent any
persons from accessing the safety zone, especially in an
inspection pit, when a vehicle is being tested.
Similarly, when a vehicle is being tested and depending on
the brake circuit and the type of test being carried out, the
front axle wheel can lock. In some cases, this can lead to
the unplanned reversal of the vehicle. Consequently,
permanent monitoring of the safety zone is required to
check that nobody is standing behind the vehicle.
The installation of an approved safety system preventing
access to the rollers as much as possible may be required
by the regulations applicable at the installation site. If this is
not the case such a system can be installed on request
from the owner.
The manufacturer declines all liabilities in the event of
alterations likely to cause damage or accidents made to
any of the equipment. This especially includes the
prohibited deterioration, disabling or removal of safety or
protective devices.
The test bench has been designed to test vehicles of an
authorised size and weight. Any other use not described in
the user manual is prohibited.