YOU MUST READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE YOU LEAVE TODAY!!!
ANY SERVICE INQUIRIES SHOULD BE MADE TO ADS @ 888-786-7384
QUICK START GUIDE
Please read the entire manual it will help you to understand, the entire process! The most important thing to remember is that this unit is used to
detect what is on your breath. The unit is alcohol specific so the only chemical you need to be concerned with is alcohol. Unfortunately Alcohol is
present in some everyday things you may not think of. Mouthwash Cough syrups, perfumes, colognes, hair spray, and Hand sanitizers will
have alcohol in them and if you are exposed to them prior to providing a sample you may fail a test for obvious reasons. If you fail a start up test it
will result in you waiting for the device to allow you to take a new test. It is highly recommended if you are exposed to these chemicals you must
allow adequate time for your body to purge these chemicals prior to attempting a breath test. If you were to blow a failure of .020 or above during a
startup test the unit will go into a short time out depending on the level of failure. If this does occur immediately drink a glass of water, and rinse
your mouth out so that any residual alcohol is washed away, and compete a retest as soon as the device will allow. Upon completion of this timeout
(usually 3 –10 min) you should retest. Failures may result in a violation so think about what you have been exposed to prior to attempting to start
your vehicle.
BEFORE STARTING THE VEHICLE MAKE SURE ALL ACCESSORIES ARE TURNED OFF!
All you need to do to take a Startup test is turn the ignition key on. The unit will activate and say “Determinator please wait” now it is preparing for
your sample. The device must be held upright and as close to level as possible, the device has a built in instrument which will not allow a test if it is
too far to one side or the other, ensuring a proper photo of the user. Obstruction of the Camera, is considered a violation of Arizona State law,
and can be punishable by requirement extension, or suspension of your driving privilege. Once the unit is ready for your sample the unit will
say “please provide sample”. You will then blow hard into the device for about 1 second, the device will beep, you will then immediately suck back,
the device will beep, then you will blow out steady and not as hard as the first sample, but not too soft either (this breath will be about 8 seconds),
while you are blowing the device will beep there are three tones, as long as the tones are sounding continue to blow the three tones are low
(blowing too soft) normal (blowing correct) High (blowing too hard), blow till it stops beeping. The most common errors here is sucking back too
long, or blowing the second out breath too hard. Once the device stops beeping wait for “test Passed you may start the vehicle” once you hear this,
you can start the vehicle anytime during this free start period. Upon successful completion of a startup test you may start the vehicle for up to 2
minutes. Always wait for the device to say “YOU MAY START THE VEHICLE” If the device verbally says INVALID SAMPLE the digital display will
scroll the reason for the error in the window, most common errors are Too Hard, or Not in Time these both mean you are blowing too hard on your
final long sample, retry and lower this final pressure until the device accepts your sample, other reasons for invalid sample can be found later in this
manual.
Once you start the vehicle the unit will randomly test you while you drive, once in the first 15 min, and then at a rate of 2 an hour after that. When
calling for a retest the unit will light up beep and say, “retest required please provide sample” ADS recommends you pull over to a safe location to
perform random retests, once you’re in a safe position to perform the test, leave the vehicle running, and perform the test as required. Look at the
display, and listen to the voice commands. This will allow you to get familiar with the retest procedure, without the distraction of driving. Remember
you have 3 minutes to provide the sample! All you need to do is present a sample just like a startup test. The device must be held upright and as
close to level as possible, the device has a built in instrument which will not allow a test if it is too far to one side or the other, ensuring a proper
photo of the user. Obstruction of the Camera, is considered a violation of Arizona State law, and can be punishable by requirement
extension, or suspension of your driving privilege. The unit will once again analyze the sample and give you “Test Passed”. If for some
reason you were to fail, you will be required to retest until you provide a passing test. This result however could result in a 7-day lockout countdown
which does not lock you out immediately that would lock you out after 7 days, this will give you 7 days to start your vehicle normally but the unit will
display a service notification each time you attempt a startup. You will need to contact Alcohol Detection Systems at our toll free number as soon
as possible after receiving this message. The most common cause of 7-day lock outs is not from failing tests it is from not completing the random
retest in time. The most common cause for this is people leaving the vehicle running unattended. ADS recommends taking the keys with
you when you leave the vehicle it’s just cheaper for you, anytime something out of the ordinary occurs you should make a record of it in your log, in
the event your sentencing agency has a question for you about the incident. Now any time you pass a test or turn the vehicle off you will activate a
3 minute free start timer. This will allow you to restart the vehicle without a new start up test. If your engine stalls, turn off your key then turn your
key back on, wait for the unit to say “you may start your vehicle” then start the vehicle back up
Violations cost $50 to have them reset, always be sure you understand the use of the device prior to operating your vehicle.
Obstruction of the Camera, is considered a violation of Arizona State law, and can be punishable by extension, or suspension of
your Ignition Interlock requirement.
If you have your vehicle serviced you must notify Alcohol Detection Systems prior to, or within 24 hours after ANY major service, this does not include
oil changes, or tires. We are mainly concerned with repairs under the hood or within the vehicles electrical system.
When you leave today you should receive 3 mouthpieces. Your mouthpieces can be washed just be sure they are dry before using them with the
device. Additional mouthpieces can be purchased from your installer or by calling Alcohol Detection Systems. The box you receive is the
package you will return the device in when you complete the program and have the entire device removed. It is your responsibility for this box
and if units are returned without the box there is a fee to replace the packaging.
The device is designed to work in all temperature ranges we experience in the United States. In the winter you may experience a longer start- up
time as the device warms up to prepare for your sample, in the summer the device can over heat if left in direct sunlight, So Never leave your
device in direct sun light!!! Un-plugging the handset is allowed to avoid these issues if you prefer. If you prefer to leave the device in your
vehicle leave it in a place that has good air circulation (i.e. under seat), do not leave in a sealed glove box or wrapped in a cloth as this will prevent
the device from dissipating heat naturally. If you do leave the unit in direct sunlight and receive an invalid sample due to a sample temp error.
Turn off the handset, roll your windows down (to decrease cabin temps) and then blow straight through the device to cool the inside of the unit.
After 5 or 6 straight blows retry your sample and the unit should function normally. Always remove the plastic mouthpiece before disconnecting
the Handset; this will reduce the chance of breaking the mouthpiece off in the unit. Additionally it is not necessary to jam the mouthpiece into the
opening. Doing so will increase the chance of breaking off the mouthpiece.
