Bowmonk Tapley EBM User manual

Tapley EBM
User Manual
Bowmonk Ltd,
Diamond Road
Norwich,
NR6 6AW
UK
Tel: (44) (0) 1603 485 153
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Website: www.bowmonk.com

Tapley EBM
Unit Description
The Tapley EBM is a self-contained unit, incorporating an Accelerometer,
which is used to determine your vehicle’s braking performance. It can also be
used to monitor the condition of the brake components in conjunction with
normal, routine inspection.
The Tapley EBM has a 3-character LED display that shows the unit’s status
and the test results.
The Low Battery Indicator means it needs replacing but it will still work, NoB
means that the battery is completely flat and the unit is not able to do a test
until the batteries are replaced. New batteries will accommodate around 300
tests. To replace the batteries, remove the back by undoing the 4 screws.
There is no off switch on the unit; it will automatically power off after 5 minutes
of inactivity.
This ‘Bowmonk Connected’ version of the Tapley EBM is capable of testing both the
Service Brake and the Hand Brake.

Function Key
Hold the key down for 2 to 3 seconds to turn the Tapley EBM ON
When the Tapley EBM is turned ON, the Brake Test display will show:
The Unit is ready to begin the Service Brake Test routine.
Performing a Test
Setting the unit up for a Test
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 Tapley EBM in the vehicle with the arrow pointing in the direction of
travel.

NB. The Tapley EBM 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.
Briefly press to choose the type of test you require. The display should
show for a Service Brake test, or for a Hand Brake
test.
Once the correct type of test is shown on the display, press and hold for
about a second.
The display will change to showing the braking efficiency result (in %g) of the last
type of test (SBR/HBR) that you chose above.

To select a different type of test, press and hold for about a second, then
choose the test type as above, switching between the two with brief presses of the
button.
To begin the selected test type, briefly press . 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.
Briefly press again. The unit is now ready to perform the test and the
display will show:
Accelerate the vehicle smoothly to approximately 20 mph.
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. For a Hand Brake test, perform in similar way but at a lower speed.
The display will now show a value, e.g.

The result will be retained until the next Service Brake or Hand Brake test is
performed.
The test is now complete, move the vehicle off the roadway if necessary.

Explanation of Terms
BRAKE EFFICIENCY %
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 of one G
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 months to ensure
accurate operation. Calibration is to be done by Bowmonk Ltd at our approved laboratory in Norwich.
Uncalibrated devices will not transfer test results to MTS.