BrakeCheck User Manual BrakeCheck User Manual
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1. Pesk Aves 1777 9 273 Leh Fight Accion es Void 177 Selo figa Sm Venta fos AA Ou fanaa Page 17 Explanation of Terms Peak Deceleration Front Rear This result corresponds to the Peak Brake Efficiency This is the figure to be used in the UK for Statutory MOT Testing This is the maximum recorded G force expressed as a percentage one G Average Deceleration This refers to the average G Force m s2 over the duration of the test in the front to rear direction Peak Acceleration Left Right This is the maximum recorded G Force m s2 detected during the test in the left or right direction NOTE This feature is included for reference only There may not be any regulatory data available to determine if a test result should be considered a Pass or Fail result Road camber tyre condition driver action and so on may cause a test vehicle to pull off centre under heavy braking If the pull is noticeable it is suggested that the brake components be checked for signs of wear or leaks etc Vehicle pulls to the Left or Right This is an indication of the direction from centre the vehicle is deviating toward during the test Stopping Distance metres This is an estimate of the distance the vehicle travels from commencement of braking to complete stop It is calculated from Average Deceleration and the test time Test Speed km h2. This is an estimate of the speed at which the vehicle was travelling when braking was commenced It is calculated from Average Deceleration and Stopping Distance Brake Efficiency This is the Average Brake Efficiency figure It should not be used in the UK for The Statutory MOT Testing refer to Peak Deceleration at the top of page It is calculated from Test Speed and Stopping Distance Page 18 INTERPRE OUT RESULTS BrakeCheck Serial No BRK00003 Designated serial number of the unit S W Version 1 0 2 Version of software Test Performed Time amp date stamp of when test was 21 25 45 20 12 2002 med Service Brake Test Shows type of test performed Service or Hand brake Front Back Acceleration Peak 85 g Average 66 59 Left Right Acceleration Refer to Explanation of Vehicle pulls LEFT eae Test Speed 41 km h Stopping Dist 9 8 2 Brake Efficiency 67 Calibration Ok Due 17 01 2004 Shows next calibration date Area to write relevant details O 0 10 OOOO O0 0 0 0 08 OO SVO O 9 0 O Signature WARRANTY The warranty is 12 months from date purchased PLEASE NOTE Deliberate or unintentional damage of the unit may result in the warranty becoming void Likewise it the unit is interfered with by anyone other than an authorized service agent the unit will not be covered under this warranty CALIBRATION BOWMONK recommends that the unit be calibrated every 24 mont
3. BrakeCheck User Manual BOWMONK BrakeCheck C V COMPONENTS LTD 42 HARBOUR ROAD Nora INVERNESS UK 007 Fx 6 0 160 18 T 01463 220232 F 01463 710983 Email sales bowmonk com Website www bowmonk com WWW CVCOMPONENTS CO UK Page 1 BrakeCheck Unit Description The Bowmonk BrakeCheck is a self contained unit incorporating an Accelerometer which is used to determine your vehicles braking performance It can also be used to monitor the condition of the brake components in conjunction with normal routine inspection The BrakeCheck will test the performance of both the Service Brake foot brake and the Hand Brake parking brake and will report the magnitude of any sideways pull detected during testing All of the BrakeCheck s functions are controlled with the three keys on the front panel The LED s indicate all the unit s status Current Mode and Displayed Result The BrakeCheck has a 3 character LED display that shows the unit s status the test to be performed and the test results It will also display the temperature of the unit in both C and F The optional printer is Infrared wireless and has its own battery charger do not use the BrakeCheck battery charger to recharge this printer A BrakeCheck battery charger has been provided Low Bat means it needs charging but it will still work NoB means that the battery is completely flat and the unit is not able to do a test until charged ie
4. Press once this is not necessary if the unit has not powered down the Peak Deceleration Front Rear LED will be lit and the display will show a value eg With the BrakeCheck pointing at the front part of the Infra Red Printer Press once the BrakeCheck will emit a long beep sound keep the unit pointed at the Printer until a second short beep is heard The display will show And the printer will print the results for the last test performed DO NOT move printer or BrakeCheck while PRT is showing on the LED Page 16 Printing via a PC and CabCheckS You can also utilise your PC to print your BrakeCheck results CabCheckS Computer Aided BrakeCheck Software is available to help print store and record additional information about your brake test See the separate CabCheckS QRG for an in depth user guide Figure 1 This shows the downloading screen CabChecks Brake heck Communications Hartera Review Ranks D BRAKECHECK COMMUNICATIONS Service Drake Tou Hand Drake Fest El W Y ERAGECHECE Serial Port Penas Doretcades Come Var Dita ve Service Bushee Test View Data oe Hares Bushs Test Comm 2 Comm Coma EE Rens Figure 3 This shows the data screen where the user adds a vehicle and operator ID from this screen you can print or save the test REVIEW RESULTS Hand Busko Tout Tent Petomed 25 Ton Seed Tim Supping Dwtarce 03n Frort Bach
5. lower than low bat The BrakeCheck should be recharged regularly to ensure it is ready to use when required we recommend 1 hour per week on regular use and a full charge will accommodate around 300 tests The unit is fully charged when the Charging Battery light goes from solid red to flashing There is no off switch on the unit it will automatically power off after 5 minutes of inactivity The BrakeCheck should only be charged when the temperature of the unit is between 0 C and 43 C 32 F amp 109 F Page 2 BOWMONK 22 BrakeCheck Series 2 Page 3 5 cC 5 O ana O 5 A D Hold the Menu key down for 2 to 3 seconds to turn the BrakeCheck ON Press the Menu key repeatedly to change the Current Mode Press the Enter key to change the Displayed Result Press the Print key to send the test results to the Printer or CabCheckS software if available Page 4 When the BrakeCheck is tu and the display will show Brake Test LED will be lit The unit is ready to begin the Service Brake Test routine Press the Hand Brake Test LED will be lit and the display will show The unit is ready to begin the Hand Brake Test routine Press again the Service Brake Test LED and the Last Test Result LED will be lit and the display will show 5br The unit is ready to display the results of the most recent Service Brake Test Press again the Hand Brake Test LED and the
6. will show a value eg Press and the Average Deceleration Front Rear LED will be lit and the display will show a value eg Press again the Peak Acceleration Left Right LED will be lit and either the Vehicle pulls to the Left OR the Vehicle pulls to the Right LED will be lit The display will show a value eg Page 12 Press again the Stopping Distance metres LED will be lit and the display will show a value eg Press again the Test Speed km h LED will be lit and the display will show a value eg Press again the Brake Efficiency LED will be lit and the display will show a value eg Press again the Peak Deceleration Front Rear is displayed again These results will be retained until the next Hand Brake test is performed Page 13 To display the Temperature of the Unit Press until the Current Mode is Temperature and the display shows the desired temperature scale l e or L or Press once the display will alternate between the measured temperature and the selected scale for example To now display the temperature in Fahrenheit or to select another Mode Press until the display and LED indicate the desired Mode Page 14 Printing Stored Tests BrakeCheck has a 1 TEST MEMORY on the Service Brake and the Hand Brake Test BrakeCheck Plus has a 99 TEST MEMORY on the service and Hand Brake The tests are stored in the memory
7. Last Test Result LED will be lit and the display will show nor The unit is ready to display the results of the most recent Hand Brake Test Page 5 Press again the Temperature LED will be lit and the display will show Press again the Temperature LED will be lit and the display will show Press again to return to the beginning You can see a Mode within the Current Mode boxed called Setup see manual Operators are not allowed to enter Setup as within this setting all the calibration and setup parameters are stored Page 6 Performing a Test Setting the unit up for a Test Ensure the battery is charged sufficiently Choose a safe test area that is as level as possible The test area should be straight flat and long enough to attain the recommended test speed and then to stop the vehicle quickly and safely Avoid loose and wet surfaces Avoid areas where there are other vehicles or people Place the BrakeCheck in the vehicle with the arrow pointing in the direction of travel Front of Vehicle NB The BrakeCheck should be placed on the vehicle seat or front floor and as close as possible to parallel with the road surface The unit is fitted with rubber feet to help prevent it from moving around during the test In the UK when carrying out a Statutory MOT Test it is essential that the brake test procedure detailed in the latest version of the MOT Inspection Manual be followed Page 7 To T
8. charging One short blink per second Battery temperature too high unplug the charger and allow unit to cool before trying again K Two short blinks per second Battery voltage too high or battery disconnected Three short blinks per second Battery is cold charger will warm up the batteries before normal charging can start Four short flashes every two seconds Battery has failed to charge Tf this happens repeatedly the BrakeCheck should be returned for servicing For units with serial number prior to BRK02200 Charging Battery LED Description Blink Battery ready to use OR At power up or insertion Battery is cold as topping charge is applied On Soft Start Fast charge Off Power down or over under voltage shut down Vehicle nspectorate WE HEREBY CERTIFY THAT MODEL EQUIPMENT BrakeCheck Decelerometer MET THE REQUIREMENTS FOR TESTING All Classes for and on behalf of the Garage Equipment Association administrators of the Vehicle Inspectorate equipment approval scheme 14 February 2003 GARAGE EQUIPMENT ASSOCIATION BOWMONK Ltd DIAMOND ROAD NORWICH NORF Telephone 01603 485153 Fax 01603 418150 International Tel 44 1603 485153 E mail info bowmonk co uk International Fax 44 1603 418150 Website www bowmonk com CALIBRATION CONTRACT Company Name Address Tel No Meter Type i e Mechanical Brakecheck Meter Se
9. est the Service Brake Press until the Current Mode is Service Brake Test Press once the display will indicate whether or not the unit is level enough to perform the test Before an accurate test can be performed the display must show Do NOT tilt the unit to achieve level Find a more level vehicle test area and ensure the unit is parallel with the road Press again the unit is now ready to perform the test and the display will show Accelerate the vehicle smoothly to approximately 10 15 mph or 15 20 kph Without causing the vehicle to skid apply heavy and consistent pressure to the Service Brake until the vehicle comes to a complete stop as quickly as possible The Test is now complete move the vehicle off the roadway if necessary If you have BrakeCheck Plus the display will indicate at what number the test will be stored press ENTER to review the results Page 8 If the unit powers down go to the Service Brake Test Last Test Result mode and press Then or if the unit did not power down the Peak Deceleration Front Rear LED will be lit and the display will show a value eg Press and the Average Deceleration Front Rear LED will be lit and the display will show a value eg Press again the Peak Acceleration Left Right LED will be lit and either the Vehicle pulls to the Left OR the Vehicle pulls to the Right LED will be lit The display will show a value eg Page 9 Press agai
10. hs to ensure accurate operation Calibration is to be done by Bowmonk Ltd at our approved laboratory in Norwich Page 19 Printer Setup Menu S W Version 1 0 51 The Infra red IR printer function can be setup to be used with different types of IR printers From the main menu press MENU until the display shows H Press ENTER to enter the menu The display will To continue press ENTER The display will then OFF To turn off IR printing completely press ENTER or to continue press MENU The display will show 5 0 DU 0 O Printer selection no 1 is for slower IR printers that do not support fast data transfers All IR printers will work on this option however the printing is slow To select this printer mode press ENTER or to continue press MENU The display will show no Printer mode no 2 is for IR printers that support fast data transfer rates Not all IR printers can use this mode For printers that do choose this option by pressing ENTER The printing setting is now changed to your selection and the BrakeCheck will revert to the standard screen ready for testing br Off Serial Printing Disables I R No 1 Standard Speed I R Kane printers need this selection No 2 Quicker Speed I R Martel printers or I R2 Charging the Ba BrakeCheck with USB model A USB cable has been provided The BrakeCheck charging is done via the PC s USB port or b
11. indicated by the number at the end of the test To review the results or download to CabCheckS bring up Sbr on the BrakeCheck display press MENU three times you should now have two lights indicating Service Brake and Last Test Result press ENTER the display will always show you L press MENU to increase the test number if you hold down the MENU button the test numbers will increment rapidly Once you have decided which test you would like to review or print press ENTER You can then press ENTER to review all tests results such as the average performance the left right pull and stopping distance The BrakeCheck can output test results to a portable printer To Print using the Optional Cable cable must be purchased Connect the supplied cable of the printer with the BrakeCheck cable If the BrakeCheck has powered down due to inactivity Press until the Current Mode indicates the test results to be printed le either Last Service Brake Test or Last Hand Brake Test Press once this is not necessary if the unit has not powered down the Peak Deceleration Front Rear LED will be lit and the display will show a value eg Page 15 and the printer will print the results for the last test performed To Print using the Infra Red Printer If the BrakeCheck has powered down due to inactivity Press until the Current Mode indicates the test results to be printed ie Last Service Brake Test or Last Hand Brake Test
12. n the Stopping Distance metres LED will be lit and the display will show a value eg Press again the Test Speed km h LED will be lit and the display will show a value eg Press again the Brake Efficiency LED will be lit and the display will show a value eg Press again the Peak Deceleration Front Rear is displayed again These results will be retained until the next Service Brake test is performed Page 10 To Test the Hand Brake Press until the Current Mode is Hand Brake Test Press once the display will indicate whether or not the unit is level enough to perform the test Before an accurate test can be performed the display must show LAF Do Not tilt the unit to achieve level Ensure the unit is parallel with the road surface and then if necessary locate a more level vehicle test area Press again the unit is now ready to perform the test and the display will show Accelerate the vehicle smoothly to approximately 20kph or 15mph Without causing the vehicle to skid apply the Hand Brake firmly and consistently until the vehicle comes to a complete stop as quickly as possible The Test is now complete move the vehicle off the roadway if necessary Page 11 Hand Brake Test Results If the unit powers down go to the Hand Brake Test Last Test Result mode and press then or if the unit did not power down the Peak Deceleration Front Rear LED will now be lit and the display
13. rial No Date Signature Please complete amp return the above details in order for you to fulfil your 2 yearly calibration contract with Bowmonk Ltd By providing these details we will be able to provide you with our reminder service Yours faithfully Bowmonk Ltd
14. y using an approved USB mains adaptor The PC must be turned on and not in Standby or Sleep mode during charging The BrakeCheck should be recharged regularly to ensure it is ready to use when required Other BrakeCheck models A Battery Charger has been provided The BrakeCheck should be recharged regularly to ensure it is ready to use when required The BrakeCheck should only be charged when the temperature of the unit is between 0 C and 43 C 32 F amp 109 F Charge LED Flash Codes The Charging Battery LED gives a visual indication of the charging mode status For BrakeCheck with USB model Charging Battery LED Description Off The charger is off On The battery is charged Blink 5 times every two second Normal charging One short blink every two Battery temperature too high second unplug the charger and allow unit to cool before trying again K Three short blinks every two Battery is cold charger will second warm up the batteries before normal charging can start One short flash and One long Battery has failed to charge flash every two seconds Tf this happens repeatedly the BrakeCheck should be returned for servicing For other BrakeCheck units with serial number BRK02200 or later Charging Battery LED Description Off The charger is off On Fast charge mode Blink on 1sec off Isec Battery ready to use Blink 5 times per second Normal
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