User manual ALCOHAWK DIGITAL ALCOHOL DETECTOR ABI

[. . . ] If the test sample is not based on a 1 2 Dose-Specific Effects of Alcohol Intoxication The effects of alcohol intoxication are greatly influenced by individual variations among users, as well as other factors such as altitude and air temperature. The following are general dose-specifics effects of alcohol, although some users may become intoxicated at a much lower Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) than shown below. Because a safe reading on a breath alcohol screener does not mean that a driver’s reaction times can respond to any emergency encountered, do not drink alcohol and drive. Some states prohibit driving with a . 08 or above reading and can be prosecuted for driving under the influence at any level. [. . . ] Dysphoria with nausea and some vomiting. Onset of coma, possible death due to respiratory arrest. Dose-Specific Effects2 Bailey, William J. , Drug Use in American Society, 3rd ed. , Minneapolis: Burgess, 1993. Some individuals may experience impairment at BAC levels at . 03% or even lower. 3 4 USES OF BREATH ALCOHOL SCREENING DEVICES Breath alcohol screeners are used in a wide variety of applications. For example, law enforcement officials use breath alcohol screeners on the roadside to determine if a subject should be further tested on an evidential alcohol test (a test given to determine an exact blood alcohol concentration). In addition, breath alcohol screeners are also used in a wide range of professions and industries to screen for the presence of alcohol before an individual performs certain job functions. Since the presence of alcohol in a person’s body can impair numerous activities of an individual, a simple breath alcohol screening device that can determine the presence of alcohol in a individual’s system can be of great value. PUSH 2. The tester comes with one replaceable plastic mouthpiece already mounted over the breath pipe. You may wish to replace the mouthpiece for use by another person for sanitary reasons. To change the mouthpieces, align the slot in the mouthpiece with the slot on the BREATH PIPE. AlcoHawk™ ABI BREATH OUT DO NOT COVER WHILE TESTING COMPONENTS DIAGRAM PREPARING THE ALCOHAWKTM ABI FOR USE Note: Read these instructions before testing your alcohol level. Apply a small amount of pressure on the indentation of the battery compartment cover and then push down and away from the unit simultaneously in order to release the cover. Install the battery and replace the battery compartment cover. When the battery low light is glowing, replace the 9V alkaline battery. Do not blow cigarette smoke, food or liquid into the instrument because this may damage the sensor. The AlcoHawk™ ABI is designed to be used in a temperature range of 10– 40 (C) or 50-104 (F). Operation of the unit in temperature ranges above or below this range may affect the accuracy of results. Do not leave the AlcoHawk™ ABI connected to the car ac/dc adapter when the unit is not in use. Avoid testing in the presence of any substances that contain methyl alcohol, isopropyl alcohol or acetone. These substances may interfere with the results of the test. Conditions that increase the amount of ketones on the breath, such as diabetes and low caloric intake, may cause a false positive test. DO NOT USE THE ALCOHAWK™ ABI AS A TOOL TO DETERMINE WHETHER YOU SHOULD OPERATE ANY MOTOR VEHICLE OR MACHINERY. ALWAYS HAVE A DESIGNATED DRIVER WHEN YOU DRINK ALCOHOL. 9 AlcoHawk™ ABI Specifications Dimensions Battery Sensor Response Time Calibration Weight Operating Temp Warm-Up Time Accuracy Calibration Interval 120 x 60 x 25 mm/4. 7 x 2. 4 x 1” 9V Alkaline Highly Selective Oxide Semi-Conductor Sensor 3. 0 Seconds BAC Simulator 200 grams/1. 5 oz 10 - 40C/50 - 104F 20 Seconds ±0. 01% BAC at 0. 10% BAC Every 6 ~ 12 Months 10 Verification and Calibration Overview Verification is a procedure using an advanced Alcohol Breath Test Simulator that verifies whether the unit is displaying the specific BAC level. If the verification procedure determines that the BAC is not consistent with actual BAC levels, calibration of the device is performed by using an advanced Alcohol Breath Test Simulator. [. . . ] For additional information on calibration or technical support, please visit www. q3i. com. 11 12 This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. If you feel your detector is not functioning properly please review this manual, particularly the instructions. If you still feel warranty service is required, please follow the instructions below: 1. To obtain service during the warranty period, please call 888-3991687 or email service@q3i. com to obtain an RA number and shipping instructions. [. . . ]