AlcoSense Elite 3 User manual

ELITE 3

Congratulations on buying your new AlcoSense®Elite 3
breathalyser.
We hope you enjoy owning your AlcoSense®Elite 3
breathalyser. If you have any questions regarding the unit
or want to speak with us further, please visit
alcosense.com.au or call 1300 800 200 (between 9am and
5pm Monday to Friday).
Normal Mode
Step 1: Insert mouthpiece into mouthpiece slot, then press
the power button.
Step 2: The breathalyser will start to warm up until it
shows the “0” sign.
Step 3: Blow into the mouthpiece for 4 seconds or until you
hear the unit “click”.
Step 4: The result will be displayed for 10 seconds.
Readings over 0.200%BAC will be displayed as ‘OL’.
Fast Mode
Use this mode for fast testing to detect the presence or
absence of alcohol.
Complete steps 1-2 above. Then, blow gently through the
mouthpiece and press the button while blowing.
The result will be displayed as either ‘P’ when alcohol level
detected is less than 0.020%BAC or ‘F’ when alcohol level
detected is more than 0.020%BAC.
Please note:
• The device will turn off automatically when not in use.
• With the power off, press and hold down the power
button to view the number of tests after calibration “C”
and the number of tests where alcohol was detected “A”.
Operating Instructions

The AlcoSense®Elite 3 uses a fuel cell sensor to measure
breath alcohol levels. Depending upon the amount of
alcohol registered by the sensor after a period of time, it
will require recalibration.
Andatech recommends the AlcoSense®Elite 3 is calibrated
every 6 months or after 500 uses, whichever comes first.
To maintain it to Australian Standards, calibration every 1
month is required.
Step 1: Slide the battery cover up to unlock it.
Step 2: Push the battery cover sideways to remove it.
Step 3: Change the batteries and replace the battery cover.
How to Change Batteries
Warning Display
Flo
bAt
CAL
OL
The breath sample was not strong enough for
measurement. Please power on the unit again
and make sure the breath is strong and
steady during sampling.
The battery power is low. Please replace the
batteries.
If you have tested over 1000 times, CAL will
show up on the display screen for 3 seconds
before warming up for a test. Please send the
breathalyser back for calibration.
Readings over 0.200%BAC will be displayed
as ‘OL’.

Display screen
Power button
Battery Cover
Mouthpiece slot
Contents: AlcoSense®Elite 3, zip pouch, mouthpieces (x5),
AAA batteries (x2), and user’s manual
Indication of %BAC
Accuracy
Warm-up Time
Response Time
Mouthpiece
Sensor Type
Power Supply
Weight
Dimensions (mm)
Calibration
Ambient Conditions
0.000 to 0.200 %BAC by LCD Display
+/- 0.005 at 0.050% BAC
3 seconds ~ 4 minutes
Within 10 seconds at 0.10% BAC
Only compatible with AlcoSense
mouthpieces
Fuel Cell Sensor
2 x AAA Batteries (Alkaline Only)
83g including batteries
97.5 high x 53.8 wide x 18 thick
Manufacturer Recommended:
Every 6 months or 500 tests,
whichever comes first.
Australian Standards Requirement:
Every 1 month
Operation: 5 - 40°C
Storage: 0 - 50°C

This product must be used in accordance with the
instructions in this manual and - in particular - must
not be allowed to get wet.
This product is intended to provide the user with an
indication of alcohol on the breath. However, neither the
manufacturer nor the supplier gives any warranty
(express or implied) that the product can give any
indication of blood alcohol level.
A person’s BAC (Blood Alcohol Concentration) can only
be accurately measured by the administration of a blood
test. This product only measures breath alcohol content
which, in turn, only gives an approximately indication of
blood alcohol concentration.
In these circumstances the user of this product should
not rely on the information provided thereby as an
accurate indication of his blood alcohol concentration or
of his level of intoxication or of his fitness to drive and in
particular should not take any action in reliance on such
information as the product can provide no more than an
indication of alcohol on the breath.
If the user of this product makes any decision or takes
any action based on the use of the product such
decision or such action shall be at the sole risk of the
user and neither the manufacturer nor the supplier
assumes any responsibility for such decision or action.
In particular, neither the manufacturer nor the supplier
shall be in any way liable if the user of the product
asserts that the product led him to believe that he was
fit to operate a motor vehicle and is subsequently found
not to be so fit.
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Limits
AUSTRALIAN BLOOD ALCOHOL LIMITS: Adult License 0.05%
Some drivers are restricted to lower levels of BAC.
Please refer to your local transport authority for your
correct limit. If in any doubt do not drink and drive.
The safest level when driving is none at all. Alcohol impairs
your judgement and can make you drowsy or sleepy.

a. Allow at least 20 minutes after eating or drinking before
testing. Any type of alcohol remaining in the mouth of
saliva may interfere with proper testing and requires
about 20 minutes to disperse. This includes
alcohol-based mouthwash or similar products.
b. Avoid testing in high wind conditions or in poorly
ventilated 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.
Wait at least 20 minutes after smoking before conducting
a test.
d. Do not use the breathalyser as a tool to drink and drive.
e. Do not blow fluid into the instrument as it will damage
the sensor and void your warranty.
f. Do not store in an extreme environment where high
temperature or high humidity exists. Keep out of the
reach of children.
g. To maintain accuracy, we recommend professional
recalibration every 6 months.
h. Blood alcohol concentration can continue to rise for up
to 2 hours after the cessation of drinking. If a caution
result or a result is close to the designated BAC, it is
recommended to wait and retest after 20 minutes.
i. It can take 10 hours or more for the alcohol level to
return to a zero after a high blood alcohol level has been
reached. A further test should be carried out later in the
day of the following morning.

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Version 1.0. Updated 24 May 2018.