AlcoMate AlcoScan AL2500 User manual

AlcoScan AL2500
User’s Manual
The AlcoScan AL2500 analyzes a breath sample to detect alcohol in the lungs. This
reading is then converted to blood alcohol concentration (BA ). The AlcoScan
AL2500 is very convenient and portable. No mouthpiece is required.
Power Button
Digital LED Display
Sensor Opening

Operation:
1. Power On/Off. Install two AA batteries (included) by opening the rear cover of the
unit. Press the POWER button on the face of the unit. IMPORTANT: When ou
power on the unit, ou will see a countdown in the displa . The device must
“warm up” the sensor for testing. Please wait until the displa shows “0”
before using the device. The warm up process takes less than 30 seconds.
The unit will pla two (2) short BEEPS when it is read for use.
2. Breath Sample. The user should take a deep breath and exhale sharply and
steadily into the sensor opening (above the display) for at least 3 to 4 seconds.
a. After you blow into the unit, it will BEEP once to show that it has taken a
reading.
b. The unit will BEEP again when it starts analyzing the sample. You will also
see a “WAIT” indicator flashing in the display.
c. When the analysis is complete, the “WAIT” indicator will turn off and the unit
will BEEP again. You will then see a Blood Alcohol oncentration (BA )
reading in the display.
d. If a sample is not taken within 20 seconds, you will hear four (4) beeps and
the unit will shut itself off. (You can also press the POWER button again to
manually shut off the unit.)
3. Anal sis and Displa . Once the sample is analyzed, the unit will displa the
result as a percent measure of Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) from
0.00% to 0.40%. The BA will be displayed for 15 seconds. The unit will shut
itself off after testing.
If you would like to perform another test, please power on the unit again. When
performing multiple tests, the warm up cycle shortens to less than 20 seconds.

4. Results. The legal limit for intoxication (DUI/DWI) is 0.08% BA across most of
the USA. According to the American Medical Association (AMA), a BA of 0.05%
is enough to impair the ability to drive. You should never operate a motor vehicle
when you are impaired by the consumption of alcohol, drugs or lack of proper rest.
Measured BAC
0.00% to 0.01% Safe range. Little/no alcohol intake.
0.02% to 0.04% Moderate
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range. Increased alcohol intake.
0.05% to 0.07% Warning
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range. Ability to drive may be impaired.
0.08% and over High Risk* range. Legal driving limit for BA
exceeded.
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Drinking alcohol in ANY amount may impair the ability to drive. There is no “safe
level of alcohol intake before driving. Don’t drink and drive.
5. Warnings.
a. Wait at least 20 minutes after eating or drinking before testing. Alcohol
remaining in the mouth, or even excess saliva, may interfere with testing.
This includes alcohol-based mouthwash or similar products.
b. Avoid testing in high wind or enclosed spaces. Poor ventilation may also
lengthen the time required for warm up between tests.
c. Do not blow smoke, saliva or other contaminants into the mouthpiece, as
the sensor may become damaged.
d. Do NOT use the AlcoScan AL2500 as a tool to drink and drive.
e. Keep out of extreme temperatures and out of the reach of children.
f. To maintain accurac , professional recalibration of the AlcoScan
AL2500 must be performed ever 200 tests or at least once earl (12
months), whichever comes first. To recalibrate, you must mail your
device to the address at the end of this manual. Please contact us for
details and related fees.

6. Specifications for AlcoScan AL2500.
Method of Measure
Breath sample to BA
Range 0.00% to 0.40%
Accuracy +/-0.01% up to 0.10% BA
Sensor Oxide semiconductor
Power Two 1.5V AA alkaline batteries (included)
Testing apacity Approx. 200 with new batteries
DOT Approved YES
Operating Temperature 10 – 40 degrees elsius
Warm Up Less than 1 minute
Display 3-digit LED
Size (mm) 104 mm x 40 mm x 20 mm
Weight 85 g
Recalibration Recommended every 200 tests or at least once yearly,
whichever comes first
7. Warrant . The manufacturer warrants the product to be free from defects in
workmanship or material (excluding calibration) under normal use for one (1) year
from the date of purchase. The manufacturer’s obligation under this warranty is
limited to replacing, adjusting or repairing the unit if returned along with proof of
purchase. This warranty is void if the unit has been tampered with or maliciously
damaged. Recalibration is a periodic maintenance procedure required of any and
all breathalyzers in order to maintain accuracy, and as such, is not a warranty
service.
8. Recalibration. For recalibration or technical support, please contact us using the
information below.
AK Solutions USA, LL
21 Grand Ave. Suite 102
Palisades Park, NJ 07650
Toll-Free: 800-943-1016 (Monday-Friday 9AM to 6PM EST)
Tel: [phone] (Monday-Friday 9AM to 6PM EST)
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
Web: http://www.alcomate.net