Owner’s Manual © 2007 Q3 Innovations, LLC v110707
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Overview Basics of Breath Alcohol Testing Effects of Alcohol 1 1 1 1 PREPARATION Install the Batteries Insert a New Mouthpiece 3 3 3 COMPONENTS DIAGRAM 4 OPERATION 5 READ THE RESULTS 6 ERROR MESSAGES 6 MENU OPTIONS Alarm Point Temperature Scale Blowing Time Convert Units 7 7 7 7 8 PRECAUTIONS 8 SPECIFICATIONS 9 ACCESSORIES 9 VERIFICATION AND CALIBRATION 10 WARRANTY 10 DISCLAIMER 11
INTRODUCTION Overview The AlcoHAWK® PT500 is a breath alcohol tester designed to test for the presence of alcohol in the breath. This product estimates blood alcohol concentration (BAC) in seconds. Please read this entire manual before using this product. Basics of Breath Alcohol Testing When a person consumes alcohol, the human body absorbs alcohol into the bloodstream. The alcohol in the bloodstream then exchanges with air deep in the lungs.
BAC 0.020-0.039%3 0.040-0.06% 0.070-0.09% 0.100-0.129% 0.130-0.159% 0.160-0.249% 0.250%-0.299% 0.300%-0.399% 0.400% + Dose-Specific Effects2 Generally no loss of coordination. Slight euphoria or loss of shyness. Depressant effects are not apparent. General feeling of well-being, relaxation, lower inhibitions, and sensation of warmth. Euphoria. Some minor impairment of reasoning and memory. Lowering of caution. Driving skills may be impaired.
PREPARATION Install the Batteries Apply a small amount of pressure on the battery compartment cover located on the back of the product. Push down and away from the product to release the cover. Install 2 AA batteries and slide compartment cover back in place. Insert a New Mouthpiece Insert a new mouthpiece firmly into the BREATH PIPE IN hole on the left side of the product. Insert a new mouthpiece before each test.
COMPONENTS DIAGRAM BREATH OUT DO NOT COVER WHILE TESTING BREATH PIPE IN DISPLAY ON/OFF POWER BUTTON ENTER BUTTON SELECT BUTTON 4
OPERATION Wait 20 minutes after the test subject smokes, eats or drinks before testing. Failure to wait 20 minutes can give inaccurate BAC readings and damage the sensor. Step 1) Press and hold the ON/OFF power button for 1 second until you hear a BEEP. The unit reads “Initializing...” as it prepares for use. Step 2) The screen displays “Test” and “Options”. To start a “Test”, press the ENTER button . The unit displays “Blow Now”.
READ THE RESULTS The displayed result is an estimate of the test subject’s BAC. A breath alcohol tester cannot determine the exact BAC in the blood of the test subject. Correlation between BrAC and BAC depends on many factors, such as temperature and health conditions. Therefore, only use this device as a tool to screen for the presence of alcohol. Many people consider a 0.02% or greater a positive test for alcohol in “zero tolerance” screening. Most states have 0.
MENU OPTIONS When the screen displays “Test” and “Options”, press the SELECT button to view the menu options. Use the SELECT button to move down through the menu options. Use the ENTER button to enter the selected menu option. Alarm Point The unit will read “High” if the BAC reading exceeds the alarm point setting. The default setting is 0.020% BAC. You can change the alarm point from between 0.020%-0.080% BAC.
Convert Units You can change the unit of alcohol concentration shown for tests. You can choose between %BAC (U.S.A), g/L, or %ºBAC. The default setting is %BAC (U.S.A) (the U.S.A standard). To change the setting press the SELECT button until the unit shows the desired conversion. Press the ENTER button to save the setting. PRECAUTIONS 1. After drinking, smoking and eating, users should wait at least 20 minutes before testing. 2.
SPECIFICATIONS 1 Dimensions 5” x 2.63” x 1.25” (12.7 cm x 6.68 cm x 3.18 cm) Weight 3.6 oz (102 g) without batteries; 5.2 oz (147 g) with batteries Power Supply Two (2) AA alkaline batteries Battery Life 200 tests1 Sensor Technology PT Core™ Electro-chemical Fuel-cell Sensor Warm-UP Time 10-20 seconds1 Blowing Time 5 seconds (default setting, adjustable from 3-8 seconds) Response Time 3 seconds1 Operating Temperature 10 - 40°C (50 - 104°F) Detection Range 0.000 - 0.
VERIFICATION AND CALIBRATION Calibration of the AlcoHAWK® PT500 occurs during manufacturing using advanced alcohol simulation equipment. The manufacturer passing known alcohol concentrations through the sensor to set baseline values for testing. During testing, the unit compares users’ breath samples to these baseline values. If the verification determines that the BAC is not consistent with actual BAC levels, a technician calibrates the unit.
purchase price of the product. When a refund is given, the return product to Q3I becomes Q3I’s property. The warranty does not cover freight to Q3I. The warranty is void if anyone tampers with, maliciously damages, or physically abuses the unit. This warranty is limited to the original consumer purchaser and is not transferable to, or enforceable by, any subsequent owner. For warranty service during the Warranty Period, please follow the below instructions: 1. Call 888-399-1687 or email service@q3i.
Any act or failure to act based upon a reading from this product is at the test subject’s or user’s own risk. Q3I assumes no responsibility for consequences to users or test subjects who use this product and are later under the influence of alcohol or to have had their judgment or any mental or bodily function impaired by alcohol. Correlation between BrAC and BAC depends on many variables, such as temperature and health conditions of the test subject.
Q3I does not authorize any Q3I reseller, agent, or employee to make any modification, extension, or addition to this warranty. If anyone determines any terms to be illegal or unenforceable, the legality or enforceability of the remaining terms shall not be affected or impaired.
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