ACS DRIVESAFE User manual

Technical 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
Important safety and operating information...............................................................1
Assistance .................................................................................................................1
Disclaimer..................................................................................................................1
Breath test readings ..................................................................................................1
Effects of alcohol on test results................................................................................1
Contamination and interference with breath tests ....................................................2
General safety and precautions.................................................................................2
DRIVESAFE tester ....................................................................................................2
Cleaning and maintenance..................................................................................2
Calibration ...........................................................................................................2
Battery power ......................................................................................................3
Battery strength indicator.....................................................................................3
Alcohol gas standard canister, regulator valve and delivery tube .............................3
ALCOSIM breath alcohol simulator ...........................................................................4
Cleaning ..............................................................................................................4
Calibration ...........................................................................................................5
Alcohol reference solution .........................................................................................5
Ordering parts............................................................................................................5
Limited warranty ........................................................................................................6
Return instructions.....................................................................................................6
Certication................................................................................................................6
Chapter 1: The DRIVESAFE breath alcohol tester .....................................................6
DRIVESAFE tester – product prole .........................................................................6
Parts included......................................................................................................7
Activate a new tester (rst use) .................................................................................7
Take a breath test ......................................................................................................7
Turn off / turn on the tester ........................................................................................8
Interpret test results...................................................................................................8
Access and use of service modes.............................................................................9
View rmware version .........................................................................................9
Access calibration mode......................................................................................9
Change unit of measure ....................................................................................10
Change threshold parameters...........................................................................10

Chapter 2: DRIVESAFE tester calibration – overview..............................................11
Calibration dened...................................................................................................11
Verication dened ..................................................................................................11
When to calibrate.....................................................................................................11
Calibration methods.................................................................................................11
Reference solution method dened ..................................................................12
Gas standard method dened ...........................................................................12
Calibration cycles ....................................................................................................12
Chapter 3: Reference solution calibration method ..................................................12
ALCOSIM breath alcohol simulator – overview.......................................................12
How it works ......................................................................................................12
Alcohol reference solution .................................................................................13
Calibration materials................................................................................................13
Connection diagram ................................................................................................14
Set up the ALCOSIM simulator................................................................................14
Calibrate the DRIVESAFE tester.............................................................................15
Verify ARS calibration..............................................................................................16
Chapter 4: Gas standard calibration..........................................................................17
Calibration materials................................................................................................17
Connection diagram ................................................................................................17
Calibrate the DRIVESAFE tester.............................................................................17
Verify dry gas calibration .........................................................................................19
General troubleshooting ..........................................................................................19
Chapter 5: Product technical specications.............................................................20
DRIVESAFE tester ..................................................................................................20
ALCOSIM simulator.................................................................................................21
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting and error codes ...........................................................21
DRIVESAFE tester – general ..................................................................................21
DRIVESAFE tester – error messages / codes.........................................................22
ALCOSIM simulator – general.................................................................................22
ALCOSIM simulator – error codes...........................................................................23
Chapter 7: BrAC / BAC Units and conversions ........................................................24
BrAC – units of measurement .................................................................................24
BAC – units of measurement...................................................................................24
BrAC-BAC conversion chart....................................................................................24

Chapter 8: How the DRIVESAFE tester works..........................................................25
Chapter 9: The physiology of breath testing ............................................................25
Breath – physiology and terminology ......................................................................26
Breath-blood alcohol ratio – overview .....................................................................26
Breath-blood alcohol ratio..................................................................................27
Breath alcohol analysis – methodology...................................................................27
Chapter 10: Alcohol & the physiology of the human body .....................................28
Absorption of alcohol in the body ............................................................................28
Absorption in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract .............................................................28
Motility in the GI tract...............................................................................................28
Factors affecting absorption ....................................................................................29
Food types and quantities .................................................................................29
Alcoholic beverages – concentration, type and volume ....................................29
Rate of alcohol consumption .............................................................................29
Drugs and other factors.....................................................................................30
Distribution of alcohol in the body............................................................................30
Widmark’s hypothesis........................................................................................30
Widmark’s factor................................................................................................30
Elimination...............................................................................................................32
Rate of elimination.............................................................................................32
Chapter 11: Pharmacology of alcohol .......................................................................33
Vision.......................................................................................................................33
Other senses ...........................................................................................................34
Central nervous system...........................................................................................34
Driving performance ................................................................................................36
Attention ............................................................................................................36
Performance measures .....................................................................................36
Risk taking.........................................................................................................36
Driving impairment.............................................................................................37
Pharmacology summary..........................................................................................37
Intoxication ..............................................................................................................38
Methods of self-evaluating impairment....................................................................38
Tolerance .................................................................................................................39
Body tolerance...................................................................................................39
BAC tolerance ...................................................................................................39
Index .............................................................................................................................40

TECHNICAL MANUAL 1
IMPORTANT SAFETY AND OPERATING
INFORMATION
To avoid injury, read all safety information and operating instructions before operating
the DRIVESAFE breath alcohol tester, ALCOSIM breath alcohol simulator, or alcohol
gas standard canister (for gas standard calibration).
For detailed instructions on the use and calibration of the DRIVESAFE tester, read
Chapters 1 to 4.
For detailed information on the effects of alcohol on the body, read Chapter 11.
ASSISTANCE
Contact your local authorized service provider or visit acs-corp.com.
WARNING: Failure to comply with warnings and precautions in this manual may
cause personal injury, product damage, voiding of product warranty or a failed
calibration.
DISCLAIMER
Sale of the DRIVESAFE breath alcohol tester is on the express condition that neither
the manufacturer nor the vendor of the device shall be held responsible for the
accuracy of any breath alcohol test reading obtained from the device, nor liable for any
loss, damage, injury or other consequence resulting, directly or indirectly, from the use
thereof.
BREATH TEST READINGS
Breath test results may be displayed on the DRIVESAFE tester in units of breath
alcohol concentration (BrAC) or blood alcohol concentration (BAC). BrAC is directly
proportional to BAC. Refer to Chapter 7 for a list of BrAC-BAC conversions.
CAUTION: Be aware of how the legal driving limit is expressed where you live
and take special care not to confuse BrAC with BAC results.
EFFECTS OF ALCOHOL ON TEST RESULTS
Each person reacts uniquely to the consumption of alcohol and may become impaired
at a point below the legal limit.
BrAC / BAC may continue to rise for up to 2 hours after alcohol was last consumed.
Take special care if a borderline result or a result close to the legal BrAC / BAC limit is
indicated.
It may take 10 hours or more for an individual’s BrAC / BAC level to return to 0 after a
high BrAC / BAC level has been reached. In this case, a further test should be carried
out later in the day or on the following morning.

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CONTAMINATION AND INTERFERENCE WITH BREATH
TESTS
Be aware that alcohol is present in many products such as breath spray, mouthwash
and medicine, as well as in certain foods and beverages, which may distort breath test
results.
• Before testing – Wait 20 minutes after drinking or eating and 3 minutes after
smoking
• Swish and swallow fresh water to remove contaminants from the mouth
• Keep magnets or mobile devices away from tester to minimize the potential of
electromagnetic interference
GENERAL SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONS
• Use products for intended purpose only
• Use parts specied by ACS only
• Do not disassemble products
• Do not attempt to repair products; you must contact authorized service provider
DRIVESAFE TESTER
• This tester uses AA alkaline batteries only
• Turn the tester off before removing batteries
• Do not store the tester in extreme heat or extreme cold temperatures
• Use the tester within ambient temperature range of 0 to 50 °C
• Do not blow into the tester without using a mouthpiece
• Always use a new mouthpiece when blowing into the tester
• Do not blow smoke or uids into the mouthpiece; doing so may damage the sensor
• Make certain that the exhaust grill of the tester is not covered in any way when
performing a breath test
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
During eld use, handle the DRIVESAFE tester with care and keep it clean and dry
at all times. Clean the handset with a damp cloth and mild soap. Do not use abrasive
cleaners or solvents.
CALIBRATION
To maintain accuracy, the DRIVESAFE tester requires a calibration each year from the
rst date of use.
When a calibration is due, CAL is displayed on the DRIVESAFE tester screen.

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BATTERY POWER
The DRIVESAFE tester requires 2 AA alkaline batteries for operation (batteries are
included).
In production, a plastic tab is inserted between the battery and the electrical connection
to conserve battery power during shipment and storage.
To operate the tester for the rst time, pull the plastic tab from the battery compartment,
which is accessible at the back of the tester.
The tester can perform over 1,000 tests with a set of new batteries.
BATTERY STRENGTH INDICATOR
When the DRIVESAFE tester is powered on, a battery strength indicator is displayed
on the bottom right of the screen. When the battery strength indicator begins to ash,
the batteries require changing.
If the E01 error message is displayed, there is insufcient power to continue operation
of the tester.
To install new batteries, power the tester off (press the power button twice in quick
succession); remove the back battery cover by pressing down on the indent and slide
the cover back.
ALCOHOL GAS STANDARD CANISTER, REGULATOR VALVE
AND DELIVERY TUBE
Calibration of the DRIVESAFE tester using the gas standard method should be
performed indoors, in a service facility, where the gas-standard cylinder can be
properly stored.
WARNING: Damaged or broken regulator valves can turn a canister into an
unguided missile.
CAUTION:
• The transportation and storage of compressed gases in vehicles is dangerous and
should be avoided
• Never remove or alter canister labels
• Before use, examine the canister and valve for any damage
• Observe all cautions and safety warnings found on the canister; pay attention to the
expiration date on the label
• Attach the regulator valve in a safe location
• Never modify the delivery tube in any way
• Always remove the valve and install protective caps on cylinders when not in use
• Store canisters in cool, well-ventilated areas, away from sources of heat

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ALCOSIM BREATH ALCOHOL SIMULATOR
• Before use, check that the product power supply rating (24Vdc, 2.5A) conforms to
local supply rating
• Before use, inspect all components for visible cracks or damage
• When assembling, disassembling or preparing the simulator for use, ensure that it
is not plugged into an electrical outlet
• Avoid contact with the heating element; the surface is hot
• Place the 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
• It is recommended to 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
• 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 500 mL ll line is marked on the
solution container
• Do not under ll or over ll the solution container
• Do not over tighten the top housing
• Connect the simulator cables neatly to ensure simple disconnection after use of the
simulator
• Do not force a misaligned cable connector into place
• Once the solution reaches 34 °C, wait an additional 20 minutes before calibrating a
tester; this allows the solution to reach correct conditions and concentration
• If solution overheats considerably beyond 34 °C, disconnect the simulator power
immediately
• Disconnect the simulator power after use
• After disconnecting the simulator power, allow 10 to 15 minutes for the heating
element to cool off before detaching the top housing
• Empty out solution containers at the end of a work day
• Store the simulator in an environment of 5 to 40 °C and 10 to 85% RH
CLEANING
• Disconnect the simulator power before cleaning
• After disconnecting the 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

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• Clean the top housing by wiping it with a water dampened cloth
• Wash the solution container with plain water and dry with paper towel
CALIBRATION
As a certication requirement, the ALCOSIM simulator must be calibrated by an
authorized service provider once a year.
Upon purchase of the simulator, a “Next calibration due” label is placed on the device’s
top-housing, indicating the month and year of the next calibration. Calibration is due at
the end of the month indicated on the calibration label. The label is replaced after every
calibration.
ALCOHOL REFERENCE SOLUTION
• For the calibration of the DRIVESAFE tester, use 0.48 mg/L (100 mg/dL) solution
concentration only
• Replace solution every 5 days or 20 tests
• Solution use over time affects alcohol concentration
• Do not use solution bottles with broken seals, or expired solution bottles
• Never use articial methods (such as a refrigerator or a microwave) 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 local environmental regulations for more information about safe solution-
disposal amounts
• Dispose of solution down drain
ORDERING PARTS
Contact your authorized service provider or visit shopacs.com. Order additional parts
using the ACS part numbers supplied in this manual.
Disposables:
• Round mouthpiece (bag of 25 individually wrapped pieces): 95-000250
• Alcohol reference solution 0.48 mg/L (100 mg/dL); (500 mL bottle): 95-000310
• Alcohol gas standard 0.24 mg/L (50 mg/dL); (105 L, 70 F cylinder): 95-000426

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LIMITED WARRANTY
All ACS products are warranted to be free of defects in workmanship and materials
for a period of 1 year from the date of shipment. ACS agrees to replace or repair any
defective device, provided the defect was not caused by misuse or mishandling.
RETURN INSTRUCTIONS
Any product being returned for warranty repairs must be properly packaged and
shipped (prepaid) to an authorized service provider.
CERTIFICATION
The DRIVESAFE breath alcohol tester and other breath alcohol testing products of
Alcohol Countermeasure Systems comply with international standards for function and
safety.
CHAPTER 1: THE DRIVESAFE BREATH
ALCOHOL TESTER
This chapter provides detailed operating information on the use of the DRIVESAFE
tester. Information includes product prole, taking a breath test, interpreting test results
and changing device settings.
DRIVESAFE TESTER – PRODUCT PROFILE
The DRIVESAFE tester uses an electrochemical sensor (fuel cell) that is specic to
alcohol to measure breath alcohol concentration (BrAC).
Navigation and control
Indicators on the LCD screen guide the operator through the test sequence, along the
way outlining any errors or missteps. All functions are controlled with a single button.
Getting ready
The DRIVESAFE tester automatically indicates that it is ready to take a breath sample.
READY will display on the LCD screen. Insert a fresh mouthpiece into the device.
Taking a test
Provide a moderate and continuous breath sample. A tone sounds to indicate proper
breath ow. The tone stops after 5 seconds of continuous ow to indicate that a proper
sample was received. The result of the analysis is displayed in a few seconds.
View results
Breath alcohol test measurements are shown on a 3-digit LCD screen, along with a
graphical intensity meter and a tri-colour backlight.

TECHNICAL MANUAL 7
Calibration
While the sensor provides accurate results over years of use, calibration is required
once a year from the date of rst use. Calibration is maintained with ACS breath
alcohol simulators and alcohol reference solution, or with alcohol gas standard
cylinders.
PARTS INCLUDED
Each DRIVESAFE tester comes fully equipped with:
• 2 AA alkaline batteries
• Instruction manual
• Protective carry case
• 5 individually wrapped mouthpieces
ACTIVATE A NEW TESTER (FIRST USE)
Pull out the red plastic tab at the back of the handset (see Figure 1). This tab is
inserted between the battery and the electrical connection.
TAKE A BREATH TEST
1. To turn the tester on, press the power button once.
2. WAIT is displayed briey followed by READY and a green backlight.
3. Insert a new mouthpiece.
4. Blow moderately and continuously into the mouthpiece.
A tone sounds to indicate proper breath ow.
5. Stop blowing when the tone ends and the tester clicks.
If the breath sample is interrupted, too hard or too soft, several beeps sound and
ABORT is displayed. Wait for READY to be displayed and test again.
If blowing repeatedly in a cold environment (below 10 °C), condensation droplets
may form inside the blow channel. Tilt the tester to avoid build-up of condensation.
Figure 1.Tilting tester in cold
temperatures

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When a breath sample is accepted, the screen displays the result within a few
seconds by:
• Digital BrAC / BAC reading
• Bar graph
• Colour backlight (pass = green; warn = amber; fail = red)
The test result is displayed for approximately 30 seconds. During this time, WAIT
ashes at the bottom of the screen.
When READY appears, you may take another breath test.
TURN OFF / TURN ON THE TESTER
The DRIVESAFE tester will automatically turn off after a period of inactivity.
To turn off the tester manually, press the power button twice in quick succession.
To turn on the tester again, press the power button once.
INTERPRET TEST RESULTS
The results of breath analysis are presented digitally and may be interpreted as follows.
NOTE: Refer to Chapter 7 for a list of BrAC-BAC conversions.
CAUTION: Be aware of how the legal driving limit is expressed where you live
and take special care not to confuse BrAC with BAC results.
BRAC (mg/L) SIGNIFICANCE SUMMARY
0.05 Not associated with a positive measure of alcohol
0.10 Not indicative of alcohol consumption
0.25 Positive alcohol control and unsafe to drive a vehicle
0.40 High alcohol level in the body and dangerous to drive a vehicle
BrAC readings up to 0.05 mg/L may result from naturally occurring substances in the
body and are not associated with a positive measure of alcohol.
Readings up to 0.10 mg/L may occur from alcohol contamination from foods,
beverages or medicines and are not indicative of alcohol consumption.
Readings of 0.25 mg/L and greater are indicative of a level of alcohol at which it is
unsafe to drive a vehicle and which may lead to a trafc violation.
Readings of 0.40 mg/L and greater are indicative of a level of alcohol at which it is
dangerous to drive a vehicle and which may lead to a criminal charge.

TECHNICAL MANUAL 9
ACCESS AND USE OF SERVICE MODES
The tester has several maintenance modes:
• View rmware version
• Access calibration mode
• Unit of measure mode
• Threshold parameters mode
As a security feature, maintenance modes are accessed by pressing the power button
in a particular sequence. You must enter the sequence quickly. The tester beeps each
time the button is pressed correctly.
VIEW FIRMWARE VERSION
1. When READY is displayed, press and hold the power button.
In a few seconds, the backlight changes to amber and the rmware version is
displayed.
2. Keep holding the power button to view the rmware country-code.
3. Release the power button to return to the READY screen.
NOTE: Knowing the version of rmware a tester is running can often help
troubleshoot various service incidents.
ACCESS CALIBRATION MODE
1. When READY is displayed, press the power button in this sequence:
(CLICK) – (CLICK) – (PRESS AND HOLD FOR 5 SECONDS)
2. The backlight ashes amber — count the number of ashes.
3. Press the power button as many times as the backlight ashed.
UEt is displayed. This screen is for the reference solution calibration
method.
4. For the gas standard calibration method, press the power button 2
times in quick succession.
drY is displayed (you may repeat step 4 to return to the UEt screen).
mg/dL
READY
mg/dL
READY

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5. With the desired calibration method displayed, press and hold the power button for
3 seconds.
If you intend on calibrating the unit with a dry gas cylinder, then you must rst input
the altitude before continuing. Refer to Chapter 4 for more information.
NOTE: If CAL is blinking, the date for calibration has expired. You may still
continue the calibration.
The DRIVESAFE tester is ready for calibration. Refer to Chapter 2 for calibration
instructions.
CHANGE UNIT OF MEASURE
1. When READY is displayed, press the power button in this sequence:
(CLICK) – (CLICK) – (CLICK) – (PRESS AND HOLD FOR 5 SECONDS)
The backlight turns amber with the g/dL unit ashing.
2. Use the power button to scroll through the units of measurement.
Available units are: BAC (g/dL, g/L, mg/dL); BrAC (mg/L, μg/dL, μg/L).
3. At the desired unit of measurement, press and hold the power button to select.
The backlight changes to green and the chosen unit is displayed at the top of the
screen.
CHANGE THRESHOLD PARAMETERS
NOTE: The threshold parameters are used to set the warning and fail levels for a
breath test.
1. When READY is displayed, press the power button in this sequence:
(CLICK) – (CLICK) – (CLICK) – (CLICK) – (PRESS AND HOLD FOR 5
SECONDS)
The backlight turns amber; the current warning level is displayed with the last digit
ashing.
2. Change the level as follows:
• Press the power button repeatedly to increment the ashing digit
• Press the power button twice in quick succession to switch to the other digits
3. When you have set the warning threshold, press and hold the power button for 5
seconds to save the warning level and to switch to the fail threshold level.
The backlight turns red.

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4. Repeat step 3 to set the fail threshold level.
5. When you have set the fail threshold, press and hold the power button for 5
seconds to save the threshold level.
• The backlight turns green and WAIT ashes
• READY is displayed
• The DRIVESAFE tester will use the new levels to indicate a pass, warning or a
failed test
NOTE: The unit will ensure that the warn threshold is always lower than the fail
threshold.
CHAPTER 2: DRIVESAFE TESTER
CALIBRATION – OVERVIEW
This chapter denes calibration and verication, describes when to calibrate and
denes methods of calibration.
CALIBRATION DEFINED
The periodic process of providing a preset BrAC sample into a breath testing device to
re-establish the reference standard (set point) for that device.
VERIFICATION DEFINED
The process of providing a preset BrAC sample into a breath testing device to conrm
the re-established reference standard (set point) for that device.
WHEN TO CALIBRATE
To maintain accuracy, the DRIVESAFE tester requires calibration each year from the
rst date of use. When calibration is due, CAL is displayed.
CALIBRATION METHODS
There are 2 methods of calibrating the DRIVESAFE tester: the reference solution
method and the gas standard method.
REFERENCE SOLUTION METHOD DEFINED
Using a known alcohol-based water solution to produce an air-to-alcohol vapour.
A breath alcohol simulator device is used to thermostatically maintain the solution
at a constant temperature of 34 °C, the temperature of human breath. Air is blown
into the simulator, releasing a precise BrAC sample from the simulator and into the
DRIVESAFE tester.

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GAS STANDARD METHOD DEFINED
Using a known alcohol-based gas standard to produce an air-to-alcohol vapor. A
compressed-gas cylinder is used to provide a sample directly into the DRIVESAFE
tester.
CALIBRATION CYCLES
To ensure accurate results, the DRIVESAFE tester is calibrated in up to 3 cycles. The
rst cycle starts the calibration and the subsequent cycles are used to verify that the
same threshold is reached every time.
CHAPTER 3: REFERENCE SOLUTION
CALIBRATION METHOD
This section describes calibration with the ALCOSIM breath alcohol simulator and
alcohol reference solution. Information includes an overview of the ALCOSIM simulator,
setup instruction and calibration / verication instructions.
ALCOSIM BREATH ALCOHOL SIMULATOR – OVERVIEW
An ACS produced reference-solution calibration device, it heats up alcohol reference
solution and facilitates application of air-alcohol vapour to the breath alcohol tester.
HOW IT WORKS
• Technicians add alcohol reference solution to the simulator
• The simulator heats the solution at a constant 34 ºC ± 0.2 ºC (the temperature of
human breath)
• Air is blown into the simulator by mouth, using a mouthpiece
• The simulator, in turn, releases air of a precise BrAC
• The air sample is analyzed by the DRIVESAFE tester for calibration / verication

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ALCOHOL REFERENCE SOLUTION
For calibration of the DRIVESAFE tester, 0.48 mg/L (100 mg/dL) solution is required.
Solution is supplied in 500 mL tamper-sealed bottles. It is premixed and ready for
immediate use with the simulator.
CALIBRATION MATERIALS
• (1) ALCOSIM breath alcohol simulator: 79-007600
• (1) AC power cable: part number depends on your region
• (1) power supply (24Vdc, 2.5A): 07-000075
• (1) 500 mL bottle of alcohol reference solution 0.48 mg/L (100 mg/dL): 95-000310
• 1.5 feet of vinyl tubing: 70-000002
• (1) square mouthpiece assembly: 95-001956
• (1) round mouthpiece: 95-000250
Figure 2. Factory-sealed alcohol reference solution bottle
and ALCOSIM breath alcohol simulator

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CONNECTION DIAGRAM
SET UP THE ALCOSIM SIMULATOR
1. With the simulator power disconnected, turn the top housing counter clockwise
(left) and detach the top housing from the container.
2. Add the entire contents of the 500 mL solution bottle into the ALCOSIM solution
container.
The bottle contains the exact amount required for calibration, also marked on the
ALCOSIM container.
3. Return the top housing to the container.
4. Connect vinyl tubing to the AIR INLET TUBE and the VAPOUR OUTLET TUBE of
the simulator (see Figure 3).
5. Connect a round mouthpiece to the tubing from the AIR INLET TUBE.
6. Connect a square mouthpiece assembly to the tubing from the VAPOUR OUTLET
TUBE.
7. Perform a leak check by covering the tubing from the VAPOUR OUTLET TUBE
with your thumb and blowing into the tubing from the AIR INLET TUBE.
The water should not bubble. In case of bubbling, refer to the “Troubleshooting”
section of this manual.
Figure 3. ALCOSIM simulator connected
and ready to calibrate
(B1)
(A)
(B2)
(C)
(D)
A Round mouthpiece (for manually
blowing into the simulator)
B1, B2 Vinyl tubing (cut to size by
technician)
C Square mouthpiece assembly (to
the DRIVESAVE tester)
D Power cable