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ALCOSIM 3
SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Failure to comply with the warnings and precautions in this manual
may cause personal injury, product damage, voiding of product warranty or a
failed calibration.
ALCOSIM SETUP, USAGE AND DISASSEMBLY
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The ALCOSIM breath alcohol simulator is intended for authorized technicians
only
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Use the ALCOSIM simulator for its intended purpose only
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Use parts specified by ACS only
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Before use, check that the simulator power supply rating (24VDC, 2.5A)
conforms to local supply ratings
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Do not disassemble product, except as specified
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Do not attempt to repair product; you must contact an authorized service
provider
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It is recommended that calibration be done indoors, in a service facility
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CAUTION! When assembling, disassembling or preparing the ALCOSIM
breath alcohol simulator for use, ensure that it is not plugged into an electrical
outlet
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CAUTION! Hot surface – avoid contact with the heating element
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Place the ALCOSIM simulator on a flat surface, free from obstruction
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Do not expose the simulator to direct sunlight for extended periods of time
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Do not use the simulator with any toxic or flammable liquids, or in explosive
atmospheres
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Recommended: use the simulator within room temperature environments
(23 °C ± 5 °C)
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The solution container, tubing and mouthpieces must be completely dry; even
slight condensation may disrupt calibration
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Fit tubing or mouthpieces on an aquarium air pump or a similar setup for
drying
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CAUTION! Never connect the simulator to an electrical outlet without first
adding solution and attaching the top housing
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The simulator requires 500 mL of solution; the fill line is marked on the
simulator container
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Do not under or over fill the simulator container
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Do not over tighten the top housing
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Connect the simulator cables neatly to ensure simple disconnection after use
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Do not force a misaligned cable connector into place
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Disconnect the simulator power immediately if solution overheats
considerably beyond 34 °C