Division Operating position
United Kingdom
The different modes in which a taximeter fulfils the different parts of its functioning. The operating positions are distinguished by the following indications:
| ‘For Hire’ | : | The operating position in which the fare calculation is disabled |
| ‘Hired’ | : | The operating position in which the fare calculation takes place on the basis of a possible initial charge and a tariff for distance travelled and/or time of the trip |
| ‘Stopped’ | : | The operating position in which the fare due for the trip is indicated and at least the fare calculation based on time is disabled. |