Alcohol countermeasure systems Alcoscan Use and care manual

Calibration manual

PASSIVE BREATH ALCOHOL TESTER

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Disclaimer

Changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s

authority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operations are subject to the following 2 conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired

operations

Industry Canada

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the

following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the

device.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de

licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes:

1. L’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et

2. L’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en

compromettre le fonctionnement.

Alcohol Countermeasure Systems Corp

60 International Boulevard

Toronto, Ontario M9W 6J2 CANADA

T +1 416 619 3500

F +1 416 619 3501

[email protected]

acs-corp.com

ACS, ALCOHOL COUNTERMEASURE SYSTEMS, ALCOSCAN, ALCOSIM and the “Molly” are trademarks

of Alcohol Countermeasure Systems (International) Inc. and are used under license. Alcohol Countermeasure

Systems is the trading style of Alcohol Countermeasure Systems Corp.

The information disclosed in this document is the valuable property of Alcohol Countermeasure Systems

(International) Inc. and all copyright and other proprietary rights to this document are reserved. No reproduction

of this document is permitted without prior written consent.

ALCOSCAN BREATH ALCOHOL TESTER

FEATURES

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety and precautions .................................................................................................1

General.....................................................................................................................1

Moisture, contamination and cleaning ......................................................................1

Power .......................................................................................................................2

Alcohol reference solution ........................................................................................2

Introduction ....................................................................................................................3

Assistance......................................................................................................................3

When to calibrate the ALCOSCAN tester ....................................................................3

Calibration ......................................................................................................................4

Calibration equipment ..............................................................................................4

ALCOSIM simulator setup ........................................................................................5

Entering ADMIN mode..............................................................................................7

Calibration procedure ...............................................................................................8

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................9

ADMIN mode password input...................................................................................9

LED colours ..............................................................................................................9

Service ............................................................................................................................9

ALCOSCAN

SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONS

WARNING! READ CAREFULLY before beginning the calibration process.

GENERAL

• This guide is intended for authorized service technicians only

• Do not use the ALCOSIM simulator with toxic liquids, ammable liquids or in

explosive atmospheres

• Use the product for its intended purpose only; failure to do so will void the warranty,

may cause injury and damage the components

• CAUTION – Hot Surface! Avoid contact with the ALCOSIM simulator heating

element

• Only use parts supplied by Alcohol Countermeasure Systems Corp

• Ensure that the proper amount of solution is added; do not under-ll or over-ll the

ALCOSIM simulator

• If the ALCOSIM simulator overheats considerably beyond 34 °C, turn it off and

contact an authorized service provider

• Before use, inspect all components for visible cracks or damage; failure to do so

may cause injury or additional damage

• Never run the ALCOSIM simulator without adding alcohol reference solution

• Perform calibration within a room temperature environment (23 °C ± 2 °C and

approx. 50% RH)

• DO NOT overtighten the solution container

MOISTURE, CONTAMINATION AND CLEANING

• Always disconnect the ALCOSIM simulator power before cleaning

• If the simulator was on: before removing the top housing, ensure that the simulator

is switched off, unplugged AND allow at least 15 minutes for the heater to cool

down

• Remove the ALCOSIM simulator top housing before cleaning the solution container

• Wash the solution container with plain water and dry with a paper towel

• Clean the top housing by wiping with a damp cloth; DO NOT submerge the top

housing in water

• Before setup, ensure that all moisture has been completely removed from the

ALCOSIM simulator

• Before setup, all tubing and mouthpieces must be completely dry. Even slight

condensation may disrupt calibration

• Completely empty the ALCOSIM solution container at the end of the work day

CALIBRATION MANUAL

POWER

• Check that the ALCOSIM simulator power ratings conform to the local supply rating

• Power off the ALCOSIM simulator after use

• When assembling, disassembling or preparing the ALCOSIM simulator for use,

ensure that it is not plugged into an electrical outlet

• Do not disconnect any components while calibration is in progress

ALCOHOL REFERENCE SOLUTION

• Keep solution away from eyes. In case of contact, ush eyes with water. If irritation

continues, contact your local poison control centre

• Do not ingest. In case of ingestion, do not induce vomiting. Contact your local

poison control centre

• Do not use a solution bottle with a broken seal, or a solution bottle that has expired.

Keep at room temperature. Do not freeze or refrigerate

• Never use articial methods to reheat or cool the solution or the solution container

• Excessive usage of solution will reduce calibration accuracy. Replace solution every

5 days or 20 tests

• It is safe to dispose of alcohol reference solution in the drain. Refer to your local

environmental regulations for more information about safe disposal amounts

ALCOSCAN

INTRODUCTION

This guide describes the steps for calibrating the ALCOSCAN breath alcohol tester

using the ALCOSIM breath alcohol simulator and an alcohol reference solution.

NOTE: For information about the general usage of the ALCOSCAN tester and

ALCOSIM simulator, refer to their respective instruction manuals.

ASSISTANCE

For assistance, contact your local authorized service provider or visit acs-corp.com.

WHEN TO CALIBRATE THE ALCOSCAN

TESTER

For optimal performance, calibration is required every 12 months or 5,000 tests. The

WARN result LED will blink blue on startup to indicate that the device needs to be

calibrated within the next 10 days or 100 tests. The WARN result LED will continue to

blink blue after startup if the device is overdue for a calibration.

WARNING: Removing the batteries for a long period of time may result in loss of date/

time and log events, causing a premature request for calibration.

CALIBRATION MANUAL

CALIBRATION

The simulator calibration method uses a known water alcohol solution to produce

an air to alcohol vapor. To simulate the human breath, this vapour is thermostatically

maintained at a constant temperature of 34 °C. The result is an accurate method of

recreating a known breath alcohol concentration (BrAC).

CALIBRATION EQUIPMENT

The calibration setup includes the following components. Use the appropriate ACS part

numbers to order additional stock:

• ALCOSIM breath alcohol simulator 79-007600

• Vinyl tubing 70-000002

• Diffuser 58-000707

• Alcohol reference solution 20 mg% 95-000302

• Round mouthpiece (for blowing into the AIR INLET TUBE) 95-000250

Alcohol reference

solution

ALCOSCAN

ALCOSIM SIMULATOR SETUP

CAUTION! Ensure that all equipment is unplugged before assembling or

disassembling. Failure to do so may result in damage to the heater element and

risk of electric shock.

Visually inspect the ALCOSIM simulator top housing and container to verify that they

are clean and free of any cracks.

1. Unscrew the top housing and remove by lifting it up.

2. Set the top housing aside and ll the solution container with a

new bottle of 20 mg% alcohol reference solution. Do not ll

above or below the 500 mL ll line.

3. Place the top housing back onto the solution container and

tighten securely. Do not over tighten as this may crack the

container.

4. Connect the vinyl tubing to the AIR INLET TUBE on the simulator. Connect a

round mouthpiece to the tubing from the AIR INLET TUBE.

5. Check for leaks in the seal by blowing into the round mouthpiece and covering the

VAPOUR OUTLET TUBE. Air should not bubble through the solution. In case of

bubbling, refer to the “Troubleshooting” section of this manual.

6. Connect a diffuser to the VAPOUR OUTLET TUBE.

7. Plug in the simulator power cable and switch the simulator on. The mixing

propeller starts to rotate.

8. Set the ALCOSIM simulator aside to warm up.

NOTE:

• It takes approximately 15 minutes for the solution to reach 34 °C. The current

temperature is displayed on the LCD display

• Replace the alcohol reference solution every 20 tests / 5 days to maintain

proper alcohol concentration and accuracy

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