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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 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 test for the 
presence of alcohol in a individual’s system can be of great value.

PREPARATION

Installing The Battery

Apply a small amount of pressure on the indention of the battery 
compartment cover located on the rear of the unit and push down and 
away from the unit simultaneously to release the cover. See the following 
diagram.

 

Inserting A Mouthpiece

Insert the mouthpiece cover firmly over the breath pipe. See diagram 
below.

COMPONENTS DIAGRAM

4

5

PUSH

BREATH OUT

DO NOT COVER 
WHILE TESTING

WRIST STRAP MOUNT

ON/OFF POWER SWITCH

WARN LAMP

DC ADAPTER SOCKET

BREATH PIPE

BATTERY LOW LAMP

READY LAMP

DISPLAY

Summary of Contents for Pro

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual 2005 Q3 Innovations LLC Alcohawk PRO ...

Page 2: ...ing device Rather than drawing a subject s blood to test for alcohol level a subject s breath can be tested using a breath alcohol testing device Because breath alcohol concentration is proportional to blood alcohol concentration BAC BAC can be calculated by measuring alcohol content on the breath The ratio of breath alcohol to blood alcohol is 2 100 1 This means that 2100 milliliters of alveolar ...

Page 3: ...ntoxicated at a much lower 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 BAC or above reading and in many states individuals can be prosecuted for driving under the influence at any level Some states also prohibit driv...

Page 4: ...ce of alcohol in a person s body can impair numerous activities of an individual a simple breath alcohol screening device that can test for the presence of alcohol in a individual s system can be of great value PREPARATION Installing The Battery Apply a small amount of pressure on the indention of the battery compartment cover located on the rear of the unit and push down and away from the unit si...

Page 5: ...is can also occur if a subject blows alcohol from their saliva into the tester If you consumed very little alcohol your actual concentration may be below 0 01 BAC Blood Alcohol Concentration and the reading may not be activated However the display will show 0 00 4 Finally the unit will display OFF for turn off along with a BEEP sound Press the ON OFF power switch to turn the unit off 5 READ THE RE...

Page 6: ...actly determined by using a breath alcohol screening device Never drink and drive Precautions 1 After drinking smoking and eating users should wait at least 20 minutes before testing 2 Avoid testing in strong winds in a closed room with a heavy amount of smoke or where a lot of alcohol is being consumed 3 When the battery low light is glowing replace the 9V alkaline battery 4 Do not blow cigarette...

Page 7: ...onsistent with actual BAC levels calibration of the device is performed by using an advanced Alcohol Breath Test Simulator A breath alcohol screening device can start to drift or become contaminated after 6 12 months depending on frequency of use and whether alcohol or other substances penetrate the sensor Procedure If the device is providing inconsistent unusually high or low readings or no readi...

Page 8: ...tal indirect or special damages including but not limited to lost profits arising out of or in connection with the use misuse or function of the unit Some states do not allow exclusion of limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to ...

Page 9: ...hol in the blood of the test subject Correlation between breath alcohol content and blood alcohol concentration depends on many variables including temperature and health conditions A safe or low BAC reading on a breath alcohol screener does not mean that the driver s reaction times can respond to any emergency encountered The exact concentration of alcohol in the blood of the test subject cannot ...

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