Mark

A ground test of the A/T's can only be done with the engines running. On the FMC, go to the takeoff page. Put 60 in the scratch pad and then move that into the thrust setting with the (left) side button.  That will give you a max de-rate for the day. Flaps at 5, then push the N1 button on the MCP. The autopilot does not have to be engaged and the EEC's can be on or off. The N1 bug select on the EICAS panel has to be pushed down (not in manual mode). Only the takeoff mode will work in the TMC.