AlcoMate Prestige (Model AL6000) User's Manual
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1. AlcoMate Prestige Model AL6000 USER S MANUAL The AlcoMate Prestige is intended to measure alcohol in human breath Readings obtained by this device are used in the diagnosis of alcohol intoxication The accuracy of this device has been established at a Blood Alcohol Concentration of 0 008 and 0 032 Accuracy at a Blood Alcohol Concentration greater than 0 032 has not been evaluated Accuracy testing was completed according to DOT regulations The AlcoMate Prestige Model AL6000 analyzes a breath sample to detect alcohol in the lungs This reading is then converted to blood alcohol concentration BAC The AlcoMate Prestige uses an advanced oxide semiconductor sensor to detect alcohol The Prestige is the original breathalyzer that features Pre Calibrated Alcohol Sensor Modules to eliminate the need for recalibration Just snap out snap in and you re ready to go Mouthpiece Slot with Mouthpiece Attached 3 Digit BAC Reading WARN Indicator BATT LOW Indicator READY Indicator Power Button ee Device Operation If you are using the Prestige for the first time please install two 1 5V AA batteries included and attach a mouthpiece to the unit 1 Instructions a Press and hold the Power Switch to tum the unit on The cumulative test count will be displayed as you hold the Power Switch down You can use the cumulative test count to see when you should replace the sensor module every 200 tests or at least once ye2. Wamings section of this manual before operating the device General Information about DUI DWI The legal limit for intoxication DUI DWI is 0 08 BAC across most of the USA According to the American Medical Association AMA a BAC of 0 05 is enough to impair the ability to drive You should never operate a motor vehicle when you are impaired by the consumption of alcohol drugs or lack of proper rest Wamings a Wait at least 20 minutes after eating or drinking before testing Alcohol remaining in the mouth or even excess saliva may interfere with testing This includes alcoholbased mouthwash or similar products b Avoid testing in high wind or enclosed spaces Poor ventilation may also lengthen the time required for warm up between tests c Do not blow smoke saliva or other contaminants into the mouthpiece as the sensor may become damaged d Do NOT use the AlcoMate Prestige as a tool to drink and drive e Keep out of extreme temperatures and out of the reach of children f To maintain accuracy we recommend replacing the alcohol sensor module inside the AlcoMate Prestige every 200 tests or at least once a year whichever comes first Large numbers of high positive high alcohol readings may require replacing the module much sooner than normally expected g WARNING DISPLAY Flo If you see Flo in the display the breath sample was not strong enough for measurement Please try again and make sure the breath is strong and st
3. arly b Release the Power Switch There will be a countdown from 234 to _ 0 as the unit warms up c Secure your lips around the mouthpiece and blow sharply and steadily into the unit for about 4 seconds You will hear two beeps when the device is done taking the breath sample You will see the digt 0 moving left to right in the display as the device analyzes the sample lt d When analysis is complete you will see the blood alcohol concentration BAC results displayed e The results will be shown for about 15 seconds The unit will then shut itself off f Ifthe device cannot take a successful sample you will see Outlin the display and the unit will shut itself off 2 Understanding Your Results BAC Reading Your Reading Your Range Description m 0 00 to 0 01 Safe range Little no alcohol intake 0 02 to 0 04 Moderate range Increased alcohol intake 0 05 and over Warning range Ability to drive may be impaired Drinking alcohol in ANY amount may impair the ability to drive There is no safe level of alcohol intake before driving Don t drink and drive Note The maximum reading the device can show is 0 40 A true BAC of 0 40 or above may result in the onset of coma or even death by respiratory arrest A reading of 0 40 may indicate an acutely dangerous condition but may also indicate a sampling error such as liquid alcohol blown into the device Please carefully read the
4. eady during sampling As soon as you start blowing into the device you will hear a long beep indicating how long you should blow h WARNING DISPLAY SEn If you see SEn in the display there is a general sensor module error One reason for this error is if the new replacement sensor module is a different COLOR than the original You can ONLY use sensor modules with the proper matching color If this is not the case you may return the device for technical service i WARNING DISPLAY Bat If you see Bat in the display the battery power is low Please replace the batteries Remove the battery cover at the bottom of the unit and replace the old batteries with two new 1 5V AA batteries Make sure to properly align the batteries by looking at the marks Specifications Method of Measure Breath sample to BAC Range 0 00 to 0 40 Accuracy 0 01 up to 0 10 BAC Sensor Oxide semiconductor Power Two 1 5V AA alkaline batteries included Testing Capacity Approx 200 with new batteries DOT Approved YES Operating Temperature 10 40 degrees Celsius Warm Up Less than 1 minute Display 3 Digit 0 00 Size mm 125 height X 58 width X 41 thickness Weight 117g Sensor modules should be replaced every 200 tests or at Sensor Modules least once yearly whichever comes first Warranty The manufacturer warrants the product to be free from defects in workmanship or mat
5. erial excluding calibration under normal use for one year from the date of purchase The manufacturer s obligation under this warranty is limited to replacing adjusting or repairing the unit if retumed along with proof of purchase This warranty is void if the unit has been tampered with or maliciously damaged Recalibration or Replacement of Pre Calibrated Sensor Modules is a required periodic maintenance procedure required of any and all breathalyzers in order to maintain accuracy and as such is not a warranty service Technical Support For technical support or questions please contact us at AK Solutions USA LLC 21 Grand Ave Suite 102 Palisades Park NJ 07650 T F 800 943 1016 Monday Friday 9AM to 6PM EST Tel 201 943 941 1 Monday Friday 9AM to 6PM EST Fax 201 943 8828 Email support alcomate net Web http www alcomate net
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