ACS DRIVESAFE Use and care manual

Calibration manual

Alcohol Countermeasure Systems Corp
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DRIVESAFE HANDSET COMPONENTS
FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
Digital display
Exhaust grill
Mouthpiece
Mouthpiece port
Power button
Battery cover
Red plastic tab

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety and precautions................................................................................................ 1
General.................................................................................................................... 1
Compressed gas safety........................................................................................... 1
ALCOSIM setup, usage and disassembly............................................................... 1
Alcohol reference solution....................................................................................... 2
Cleaning the ALCOSIM breath alcohol simulator.................................................... 3
Calibration types .......................................................................................................... 3
Gas standard calibration ............................................................................................. 4
Calibration materials................................................................................................ 4
Dry Gas calibration process .................................................................................... 4
Verify the DRIVESAFE breath alcohol tester .......................................................... 6
Alcohol Reference Standard (ARS) calibration ......................................................... 7
Calibration materials................................................................................................ 7
ALCOSIM breath alcohol simulator – overview....................................................... 8
Parts diagram................................................................................................... 8
Kit connection diagram..................................................................................... 9
Alcohol reference solution – overview..................................................................... 9
ALCOSIM setup and operation steps.................................................................... 10
ARS calibration process.........................................................................................11
Verify the DRIVESAFE breath alcohol tester ........................................................ 12
Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................... 12

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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.
GENERAL
•The ALCOSIM breath alcohol simulator is intended for authorized technicians only
•Use the ALCOSIM simulator for its intended purpose only
•Use parts specied by ACS only
•Before use, check that the simulator power supply rating (24Vdc, 2.5A) conforms to
local supply ratings
•Do not disassemble product, except as specied
•Do not attempt to repair product; you must contact an authorized service provider
•It is recommended that calibration be done indoors, in a service facility
COMPRESSED GAS SAFETY
•Damaged or broken valves can turn a canister into an unguided missile. Attach the
valve in a safe location
•Calibration should be performed indoors, in a service facility, where the gas
standard cylinder can be properly stored
•Transportation and storage of compressed gases in vehicles is dangerous and
should be avoided
•Examine the canister and valve for any damage; pay close attention to the
expiration date on the label
•Observe all cautions and safety warnings found on the canister
•Never remove or alter canister labels
•Never modify the delivery tube in any way
•Always remove the valve and install the protective cap on cylinders when not in use
•Store cylinders in a cool, well ventilated area, away from sources of heat
ALCOSIM SETUP, USAGE AND DISASSEMBLY
•CAUTION! When assembling, disassembling or preparing the ALCOSIM breath
alcohol simulator for use, ensure that it is not plugged into an electrical outlet
•CAUTION! Hot surface – avoid contact with the heating element
•Place the ALCOSIM simulator on a at surface, free from obstruction
•Do not expose the simulator to direct sunlight for extended periods of time
•Do not use the simulator with any toxic or ammable liquids, or in explosive
atmospheres

CALIBRATION MANUAL 2
•Recommended: use the simulator within room temperature environments
(23 °C ± 2 °C and approx. 50% RH)
•The solution container, tubing and mouthpieces must be completely dry; even slight
condensation may disrupt calibration
•Fit tubing or mouthpieces on an aquarium air pump or a similar setup for drying
•CAUTION! Never connect the simulator to an electrical outlet without rst adding
solution and attaching the top housing
•The simulator requires 500 mL of solution; the ll line is marked on the simulator
container
•Do not under or over ll the simulator container
•Do not over tighten the top housing
•Connect the simulator cables neatly to ensure simple disconnection after use
•Do not force a misaligned cable connector into place
•If solution overheats considerably beyond 34 °C, disconnect the simulator power
immediately
•Disconnect the simulator power after use
•CAUTION! After disconnecting the simulator power, allow 10 to 15 minutes for the
heating element to cool before detaching the top housing
•Empty out the solution container at the end of a work day
•Store the simulator in an environment of 5 to 40 °C and 10 to 85% RH
ALCOHOL REFERENCE SOLUTION
•Use the solution concentration specied in the manual for breath testing devices
•Replace solution every 5 days or 20 tests
•Use of solution over time affects alcohol concentration
•Do not use a solution bottle with a broken seal, or an expired bottle
•Never use articial methods to reheat or cool solution, or the solution container
•Keep solution at room temperature
•Do not freeze or refrigerate solution
•Do not ingest solution
•If solution is ingested, do not induce vomiting; contact your local poison control
centre
•Keep solution away from eyes
•If solution comes in contact with eyes, ush eyes with water; if irritation continues,
contact your local poison control centre
•Refer to your local environmental regulations for more information about safe
solution-disposal amounts
•Dispose solution down a drain

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CLEANING THE ALCOSIM BREATH ALCOHOL SIMULATOR
•Disconnect the ALCOSIM breath alcohol simulator power before cleaning
•CAUTION! After disconnecting the ALCOSIM simulator power, allow 10 to 15
minutes for the heating element to cool off before detaching the top housing
•Do not submerge the top housing in water
•Clean the top housing by wiping with a water dampened cloth
•Wash the solution container with plain water and dry with paper towel
CALIBRATION TYPES
There are two methods of calibration for the DRIVESAFE breath alcohol tester:
•Alcohol Reference Standard (ARS), which uses the ALCOSIM breath alcohol
simulator. See “Alcohol Reference Standard (ARS) Calibration”
•Gas Standard, which uses an alcohol gas standard cylinder. See “Gas Standard
Calibration”
To ensure accurate results, three calibration cycles may be necessary. The rst
cycle starts the calibration and subsequent cycles are used to ensure that the same
threshold is met.

CALIBRATION MANUAL 4
GAS STANDARD CALIBRATION
CALIBRATION MATERIALS
•105 L, 70 F cylinder of alcohol gas standard 0.24 mg/L (50 mg/dL),
ACS #95-000426
•Regulator valve assembly (6 L/min ow rate): ACS #94-000225 (trigger);
ACS #94-000226 (push button)
DRY GAS CALIBRATION PROCESS
1. Remove the protective cap of the canister and screw on the regulator valve
assembly.
2. Attach the rigid delivery tube to the regulator valve.
3. Press the power button on the DRIVESAFE tester.
4. When READY is displayed at the bottom of the tester screen, press the power
button quickly in this sequence (the tester beeps with each click):
(CLICK) – (CLICK) – (PRESS AND HOLD FOR 5 SECONDS)
5. The backlight ashes amber (it may ash up to 7 times); count the ashes for the
next step.
6. Press the power button as many times as the backlight ashed.
UEt is displayed.
Regulator valve
assembly
Rigid delivery tube
Regulator valve
Trigger release valve
Alcohol gas standard
canister
mg/dL
READY

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7. Press the power button 2 times in quick succession to change the calibration
method.
drY is displayed.
8. Press and hold the power button for 3 seconds.
CAL and 001 are displayed.
NOTE: If CAL is blinking, the date for the calibration has expired. You may still
continue the calibration.
9. Insert the rigid delivery tube from the regulator valve into the mouthpiece port of
the tester.
Hold the tester in place for the next step.
10. Press and hold the regulator valve down to release the gas while still holding the
tester.
11. Release the regulator valve when the tester tone ends and the tester clicks.
WAIT ashes on the tester screen for up to 40 seconds.
Depending on the sensor calibration drift, up to 3 samples may be required.
001, 002 and 003 indicate the current sample number.
Once the tester is calibrated, the sample numbers disappear and READY is
displayed at the bottom of the tester screen.
Proceed to the next step for verication.
mg/dL
READY
Hold handset
Press valve

CALIBRATION MANUAL 6
VERIFY THE DRIVESAFE BREATH ALCOHOL TESTER
1. Insert the delivery tube from the regulator valve into the mouthpiece port of the
DRIVESAFE tester.
Hold the tester in place for the next step.
2. Press and hold the regulator valve down to release the gas while still holding the
tester.
3. Release the regulator valve when the tester tone ends and the tester clicks.
When a breath sample is accepted, the tester displays the results within a few
seconds.
The results of the verication test should indicate a BrAC of 100 mg/dL; subtle
variations may be expected. If the result is ± 5 mg/dL off of 100 mg/dL, perform the
calibration again.
NOTE: If the calibration fails on numerous attempts, the sensor may need to be
replaced. Contact an authorized service provider for return instructions.

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ALCOHOL REFERENCE STANDARD (ARS)
CALIBRATION
CALIBRATION MATERIALS
•Alcohol Reference Solution, 100mg% ACS #95-000310
•ALCOSIM kit (includes the ALCOSIM breath alcohol simulator and all accessories):
- Australian kit ACS #94-001200
- UK kit ACS #94-001210
- European kit ACS #90-001220
- North American kit ACS #94-001230
- Japanese kit ACS #94-001240
- Brazilian kit ACS #94-001250
•ALCOSIM kit contents include:
- ALCOSIM breath alcohol simulator ACS #79-007600
- AC power cord: part number depends on your region
- Power supply (24Vdc, 2.5A) ACS #07-000075
- 1.5 feet of vinyl tubing ACS #70-000002
- Square mouthpiece ACS #95-000121
- Round mouthpiece ACS #95-000250

CALIBRATION MANUAL 8
ALCOSIM BREATH ALCOHOL SIMULATOR – OVERVIEW
The ALCOSIM simulator is used by technicians to calibrate and verify breath alcohol
testing devices. The simulator is a wet-bath calibration / verication device.
PARTS DIAGRAM
BACK
Optional
thermometer port
24V power input
Communication
port
Solution
container
Top housing
FRONT
Illuminated
ON/OFF
switch
Air outlet tube
Baffle plate
500 mL solution
fill line
Wide viewing angle
7-segment LCD
Temperature
sensors 1 and 2
Propeller
Stirrer
Air inlet tube
Heating
element
Dispersion
tube

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KIT CONNECTION DIAGRAM
ALCOHOL REFERENCE SOLUTION – OVERVIEW
The technician adds solution of precise BrAC to the ALCOSIM breath
alcohol simulator for calibration / verication of breath testing devices.
•Supplied in 500 mL tamper-sealed bottles
•Premixed and ready for immediate use with the ALCOSIM simulator
•This calibration requires a bottle of 100 mg% solution
For availability, pricing and ordering, contact your local authorized
service provider or visit acs-corp.com.
(A)
(D)
(C)
(B2)
(B1)
A Round mouthpiece (for
manually blowing into the
simulator)
B1; B2 Plastic tubing (cut to size
by a technician)
CSquare mouthpiece
(connects to a breath
tester)
D Power cord

CALIBRATION MANUAL 10
ALCOSIM SETUP AND OPERATION STEPS
1. With the ALCOSIM breath alcohol simulator power disconnected, turn the top
housing counter clockwise (left) and detach it from the container.
2. Add the entire contents of the 500 mL bottle of 100 mg% alcohol reference
solution into the ALCOSIM solution container.
The bottle contains the exact liquid volume required for calibration, which is also
marked on the ALCOSIM container.
3. Return the top housing onto the container, be careful not to over tighten.
4. Connect tubing with the round mouthpiece to the ALCOSIM simulator air inlet and
tubing with the square mouthpiece to the air outlet.
5. Perform a leak check by covering the air outlet tube with your thumb and blowing
into the air inlet tube.
Air bubbles should not appear in the solution. In case of bubbling, refer to the
“Troubleshooting” section in this manual.
6. Connect the power cable to the simulator power input and to a wall outlet.
7. Switch on the simulator. The following occurs:
•The LCD display illuminates and the simulator beeps
•The propeller rotates and the heating element activates
•Cold is displayed until solution reaches 32 ºC, wherein the LCD screen displays
actual solution temperature
•The simulator maintains solution at a constant 34 ºC ± 0.2 ºC
Solution heat-up takes about ten minutes. When 34 ºC ± 0.2 ºC is displayed, the
simulator is ready to provide a breath sample.

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ARS CALIBRATION PROCESS
1. Press the power button on the DRIVESAFE breath alcohol tester.
2. When READY is displayed at the bottom of the DRIVESAFE tester screen, press
the power button quickly in this sequence (the tester beeps with each click):
(CLICK) – (CLICK) – (PRESS AND HOLD FOR 5 SECONDS)
3. The backlight ashes amber (it may ash up to 7 times); count the ashes for the
next step.
4. Press the power button as many times as the backlight ashed.
UEt is displayed.
5. Press and hold the power button for 3 seconds.
CAL and 001 are displayed.
NOTE: If CAL is blinking, the date for the calibration has expired. You may still
continue the calibration.
6. Insert the tip of the square mouthpiece into the sensor inlet of the tester.
7. Blow into the round mouthpiece of the ALCOSIM breath alcohol simulator. Keep
blowing until the tester tone ends and the tester clicks.
WAIT ashes on the tester screen for up to 40 seconds.
Depending on the sensor calibration drift, up to 3 samples may be required.
001, 002 and 003 indicate the current sample number.
Once the tester is calibrated, the sample number disappears and READY is
displayed at the bottom of the tester screen.
Proceed to the next step for verication.
mg/dL
READY

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VERIFY THE DRIVESAFE BREATH ALCOHOL TESTER
1. Insert the tip of the square mouthpiece assembly into the sensor inlet of the
DRIVESAFE breath alcohol tester.
2. When READY is displayed on the DRIVESAFE tester, blow into the round
mouthpiece of the ALCOSIM breath alcohol simulator. Keep blowing until the tester
tone ends and the tester clicks.
When a breath sample is accepted, the tester screen displays the results within a
few seconds.
The results of the verication test should indicate a BrAC of 100 mg/dL; subtle
variations may be expected. If the result is ± 5 mg/dL off of 100 mg/dL, perform the
calibration again.
NOTE: If the calibration fails on numerous attempts, the sensor may need to be
replaced. Contact an authorized service provider for return instructions.
TROUBLESHOOTING
In the event of a calibration failure using the ALCOSIM simulator, consult the
“Troubleshooting — Error Codes” section of the ALCOSIM Breath Alcohol Simulator
Instruction Manual (ACS #60-000180).
If a calibration fails while using an alcohol gas standard cylinder, it may be due to the
following:
•Plastic tubing has been overused or condensation is present
•The alcohol gas standard cylinder is expired
•All connections to and from the gas valve are not secured properly

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