ACE INSTRUMENTS ACE II Basic plus User manual

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Breathalyzer
ACE II Basic plus
Operating manual – EN
Author’s Liability
All information herein was created by the ACE Handels- und Entwicklungs GmbH (ACE Instru-
ments) conscientiously and under the assumption of correctness. Hence, the author cannot be
held liable for the use of any kind whatsoever and/or any ensuing consequences. Furthermore, the
author is not liable for any costs or expenses for damage that result from any information in this
document. Any information is subject to change without prior notice.
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing our ACE II Basic plus Breathalyzer! It measures the alcohol concentra-
tion in human breath using an electrochemical sensor and calculates the blood alcohol level. The
test results are very
reliable and have a tolerance of +/- 0.05‰ (per mill) with reference to 0.50‰ at 25°C ambient
temperature. The measurement results are displayed as a 4-digit number with 3 decimals and are
interpretable 1: 1
(for example the display shows the value 0.36 = 0.36 per mill).
The sensor inside the device can be calibrated. To maintain the measurement accuracy of this
device and the sensor warranty, it should be calibrated regularely. For a calibration service you
can send the device to the service address specified at www.alkomat.net.
The device must only be used pursuant to the instructions mentioned in this manual. All measured
values determined by this breathalyzer are always a guide only and are not legally binding. Breath
tests should be carried out using clip-on mouthpieces (one new mouthpiece should be used per
test for reasons of hygiene and to avoid falsified readings).
Note to country-specific measurement units
Customers in the EU get the breathalyzer with ‰ (per mill) as default setting, in the UK the default
setting is mg/L and in the USA it is % BAC. In the chapter „Technical data“ you will find information
about the accuracy concerning the different measurement units. Please check e.g. the website of
the department of transportation, the website of the Ministry of Transport or of automotive clubs to
get informed about the current alcohol limits in your country.
Scope of delivery
1 Digital ACE II Basic plus Breathalyzer with fuel cell sensor
2 AAA batteries (1.5 V)
5 Mouthpieces
1 Plastic Carrying Case
1 Carrier bag
1 Hand strap
1 Quick Start Guide (in German & English)
1 Manual (multilingual)
Label of individual components
5
2
4
3
1
1. Mouthpiece and Mouthpiece Slot
2. Digital LC Display (4 digits)
3. Power Button
4. Air Outlet (always keep this part unblocked)
5. Battery Compartment Cover (at the back of the device)

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This way you receive results that are as accurate as possible
A) Wait at least 15 minutes after your last sip of alcohol. Do not eat, drink or smoke during that time.
B) Do not open the casing.
C) Do not keep the breathalyzer in cold, hot, moist or badly ventilated places.
D) Keep the breathalyzer out of the reach of children.
E) Conduct three inlet tests after long storage before conducting the actual alcohol test.
F) Do not drop the breathalyzer.
G) Change the battery if it is depleted. Diminished battery capacity leads to incorrect test results.
H) Do not conduct tests in loud (sound waves disrupt the sensor), drafty or poorly ventilated places.
I) After a test result of 1.000 per mill (per mill = EU setting) / 0.100% BAC (% BAC = US setting) /
0.500mg/L (mg/L = UK setting) or higher the sensor needs rest time. In this case wait at least
three minutes before starting the next test.
J) Do not conduct tests in very cold, very hot or an unventilated, smoky ambience.
K) Store the breathalyzer in a way to avoid penetration by dust or liquids.
L) Blowing too hard may cause damage to the sensor as saliva flows into it.
Preparation for the test
1. Install batteries
Push the battery cover (on the back of the device) downwards and open it. Install the 2 AAA
batteries (delivered together with the device) in the battery compartment while taking note of
the battery polarity. Close the battery cover again.
2. Insert a mouthpiece
Insert a mouthpiece into the slot on the left front side of the breathalyzer. Ensure whether it securely
fits or not. It is highly recommended to use an extra mouthpiece for every test for sanitary reasons.
Conducting the measurement
1. Press the start button on the front of the alcohol tester. The device beeps 1x and alternately
displays the number of tests performed so far and the last test result (as long as the start button
remains pressed). If you no longer press the start button, „WAIT“ will be displayed at the top of the
display and a countdown will start.
2. Wait for the countdown, there are several lines moving on the display, the device warms up. At
the end of the countdown the device beeps 2x and „blow“ appears on the display.
3. As soon as „blow“ appears on the display, start to blow into the attached mouthpiece (just
breathe slowly and without interruption, as if you were whistling). The device beeps continuously
during the breath test.
4. Once the beep stops and you hear 2 clack tones, the test is finished. If the breath sample was
interrupted or too weak, „Flo“ appears on the display. In this case, perform the test again and
press the start button for 3 seconds.
5. After a successful breath test, the device immediately evaluates the measurement result. The
digit „0“ moves briefly from the left to the right side of the display and at the end of the evalua-
tion you hear 1 beep sound. The measurement result is finished and then on the display the test
result is shown with 4 digits (and 3 decimals in the standard measuring unit per mille). After 10
seconds, you hear 5 beeps and the backlight will turn off (but the measurement result will still be
displayed). For a new test, simply press the start button for 3 seconds.
Note: The device switches off automatically after approx. 3 minutes. You can also switch off the
device manually by pressing the start button continuously for approx. 5 seconds, then you hear
a double beep sound and you will see „Out“ on the display (additionally on top right „WAIT“ is
shown), then the device is switched off.
ACE Instruments recommends
Always use a new mouthpiece for each person and test that is conducted. ACE Instruments
assumes no liability for any damages which arise when several people use the same mouthpiece
for multiple tests.
Only use the provided single packed and hygienic ACE Instruments mouthpieces. During each
test the Breathalyzer’s internal and external parts come into contact with human secretion (saliva,
blood, sweat, etc.)!
Use safety gloves when pulling out a mouthpiece used by another person! You can buy appro-
priate gloves at ACE Technik (www.ace-technik.de).
IMPORTANT NOTICE
WHEN YOU HAVE EATEN, DRUNKEN ALCOHOL OR SMOKED A CIGARETTE, WAIT AT LEAST 15
MINUTES BEFORE STARTING THE MEASUREMENT. ANY TEST CONDUCTED PRIOR TO THE EXPI-
RATION OF THE
RECOMMENDED WAITING PERIOD WILL RESULT IN INACCURATE RESULTS.
IF THE TEST RESULT IS BELOW 0.100‰ (PER MILL) OR 0.010% BAC (US setting) OR 0.050mg/L
(UK settting) THEN THE DEVICE SHOWS 0.00‰ (OR % BAC OR mg/L – depending on the setting)
ON THE DISPLAY. THIS HAPPENS BECAUSE AT A LOW RANGE OF ALCOHOL CONCENTRATION IT
IS POSSIBLE TO MEASURE OTHER MATERIALS IN YOUR MOUTH.
This breathalyzer is a high quality and sensitive measurement device. To maintain the accuracy
of the sensor, it should regularly be used. If the device is not used for an extended period of time,
the sensor can dry out. ACE Instruments recommends to use the breathalyzer at least 2 times per
month (even if you have not been drinking alcohol).
Due to changes in the product, the procedures stated can change. This can take place without
prior notice or adaptation of the operating manual and is no cause for complaint, return or price
reduction. The user is responsible for recognizing discrepancies between the operating manual
and the actual handling of the breathalyzer and must react accordingly.
Only the usage of original ACE Instruments mouthpieces
Guarantees test result accuracy
Guarantees 100% hygenity
Guarantees full warranty of this device
ACE INSTRUMENTS ADVISES
EVEN IF YOU GET A RESULT MEANING „SAFE RANGE“, YOU SHOULD NEVER DRIVE AFTER
CONSUMING ALCOHOL OR DO ANY OTHER ACTIVITIES THAT ARE SEVERELY IMPAIRED BY
ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION AND MIGHT ENDANGER YOUR HEALTH AND SAFETY OR THE HEALTH
AND SAFETY OF OTHERS.

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Display indications
Display Meaning Action
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The sampling volume or blow power
is not enough to analyze the breath
sample.
Press the start button for 3 seconds,
the countdown will start again and
"BLOW" will appear on the display.
You can now perform a new test
(Tip: Blow like you would whistle
without a tone).
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The testing cannot be performed
because the battery power is low.
Replace with new batteries.
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The total number of breath tests
performed has reached 1,000. The
device should be calibrated promptly to
maintain the warranty and accuracy.
Contact your seller for a calibration
service. You can send the device for
calibration to the service address
specified at www.alkomat.net.
Calibration
To maintain the accuracy of the breathalyzer, ACE Instruments recommends a calibration after
1,000 tests or approx. every 12 months (depending which incident happens first). For a calibrati-
on service you can send the device to ACE Instruments (see www.alkomat.net). The calibration
is not mandatory, but the accuracy of the breathalyzer will decrease steadily without it and
additionally the warranty for the sensor expires.
We recommend sending it as a parcel, so that in cases of loss an inquiry or proof of delivery
is possible.
Due to changes in the product, the procedures stated can change. This can take place without
prior notice or adaptation of the operating manual and is no cause for complaint, return or price
reduction. The user is responsible for recognizing discrepancies between the operating manual
and the actual handling of this Breathalyzer and must react accordingly.
Battery notices
The device associated with this operating manual contains 2 AAA Alkaline batteries (1.5 V) in de-
livery condition. These batteries are not made for recharging. The use of a rechargeable battery
is not possible with this device and can damage it. If the included batteries are depleted, they
must not be thrown into the household waste. Used batteries may contain harmful substances
that can cause environmental or health damage. Please return all depleted batteries to electri-
cal appliance stores, who collect them for free.
Battery exchange
To replace the batteries, push the battery cover on the rear of the unit downwards and replace
the discharged batteries with new ones. Be aware of the polarity when inserting the batteries
(+/- pole). Close the battery compartment cover again. In the EU the return of used batteries is
mandatory by law. All depleted batteries and also rechargeable batteries will be recycled. This
way valuable resources like iron, zinc and nickel can be retrieved and are reusable then. Battery
recycling is the easiest lesson in environmental protection – so please support it!
The shown garbage bins mean that batteries or rechargeable batteries must not be thrown into
the household waste. The signs below the garbage bins are acronyms for the chemical substan-
ces inside the battery:
Hg: Battery contains Mercury
Cd: Battery contains Cadmium
Pb: Battery contains Lead

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Technical data*
Sensor Fuel Cell sensor
Accuracy +/- 0.050‰ (per mill) with reference to 0.500‰ at 25°C (per mill =
default setting)
OR +/- 0.005% BAC (Blood Alcohol Concentration)
with reference to 0.050% BAC at 25°C
OR +/- 0.025mg/l with reference to 0.25mg/l at 25°C
Detection Range 0.000 up to 4.000‰ (per mill)
OR 0.000 up to 0.400% BAC (USA)
OR 0.000 up to 2.000mg/L (UK)
Warm-up Time Within max. 30 seconds at 0.5‰, it may vary depending on the meas-
ured value of per mill or % BAC or mg/L
Response Time Within 10 seconds
Dimension 106 x 50 x 20mm (L x W x H)
Weight 100g (battery included)
Power Supply 2 pieces of 1.5V AAA Alkaline batteries (= energy for up to 400 tests)
Working Temperature 0°C up to 40°C
Storage Temperature 0°C up to 50°C
Calibration Every 12 months or after 1,000 tests. For a calibration service you can
send the device to ACE Instruments (see www.alkomat.net).
* The technical data are subject to change without prior notice for functional improvements.
Warranty and liability
The ACE Handels- und Entwicklungs GmbH (ACE Instruments) provides a warranty of two
years after purchase for material and processing errors for the product (see attached warranty
and liability declaration) in all versions and designations; and a warranty of one year for the
sensor. This warranty includes the electronics as well as the casing or sensor without sampling
components. Components that are inevitably destroyed upon effectiveness (such as fuses)
are not part of this warranty. The warranty is valid from the date of delivery or from the date of
first activation (always the shorter period), if not stated otherwise in the accompanying ACE
Instruments product literature.
Limitation of warranty and liability
1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
ACE Instruments rejects any further expressly stated or implied warranty, including the
marketability and suitability for a determined purpose. This warranty especially excludes
calibration. After changing the sensor, calibration is absolutely necessary. If an exchange of
the sensor or a calibration is required for a product, the user may receive a cost estimate.
Should the user reject the estimate, ACE Instruments will send the product back unrepaired/
not calibrated and the product will be labeled accordingly. Should the product not fulfill the
warranty, the claim of the buyer and the obligations of ACE Instruments are limited exclusively to
the discretion of ACE Instruments for exchange, repair of the affected goods or reimbursement
of the purchasing price for the faulty merchandise.
2. APPLICATION RESTRICTION
ACE Instruments is by any means liable for additional, incidental or consequential damage such
as, among others, lost profit and downtime that result from selling, producing or using products
that are part of this application restriction. This is independent of any claims emanating from, for
instance, contracts, negligence or other culpable actions. The product, which is accompanied
by this warranty and liability declaration (no matter the version or designation), in particular
cannot be used in a legally binding manner to determine one’s capability to operate vehicles
or execute action that could lead to personal injury or injury to others under the influence
of alcohol. The thorough check for damage of all products upon receipt, calibration suitable
for the given use by the buyer and the proper use, maintenance and service according to
the instructions of the accompanying ACE Instruments product literature are mandatory
prerequisites of this warranty. Maintenance and service work performed by non-qualified
persons as well as the use of non-approved consumables or spare parts results in the voiding
of this warranty. As for all technically challenging products, it is a fundamental prerequisite and
mandatory for ACE Instruments warranty that all users of these product are familiar with the
properties and restrictions of the devices as stated in the respective literature.
3. ADVICE RESTRICTION
The buyer is solely responsible and confirms that they have checked the intended use and
suitability of purchased goods for any purpose. Between the two parties it is expressly agreed
that all technical or other advice given by ACE Instruments regarding the use of goods or
services is free of charge and made under risk to the buyer exclusively. Therefore, no obligation
or liability can result to ACE Instruments from any recommendation or their consequences.