After the installation HeavyLoad can be started using the Windows Start menu or the the desktop icon. We will now explain the most important elements of the HeavyLoad main window:

| 1. | Select the test option(s) you want. |
| 2. | In the options dialog, advanced settings such as limits and duration can be set. |
| 3. | This button starts the test procedure with the previously selected test options. |
| 4. | The status bar displays hints and relevant information during the test. |
| 5. | This button stops the current test procedure. |