Dräger Alcotest 5000 User manual

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Dräger Alcotest®5000
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Strictly follow the Instructions for Use.
The user must fully understand and strictly observe the instructions.
Use the product only for the purposes specified in the Intended use
section of this document.
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1 Safety-related information
Before using this product, carefully read these instructions for use and those
of the associated products.
Strictly follow the instructions for use. The user must fully understand and
strictly observe the instructions. Use the product only for the purposes
specified in the intended use section of this document.
Do not dispose of the instructions for use. Ensure that they are retained and
appropriately used by the product user.
Only trained and competent users are permitted to use this product.
Comply with all local and national rules and regulations associated with this
product.
Only trained and competent personnel are permitted to inspect, repair and
service the product. Dräger recommend a Dräger service contract for all
maintenance activities and that all repairs are carried out by Dräger.
Do not use a faulty or incomplete product. Do not modify the product.
Notify Dräger in the event of any component fault or failure.
Use only genuine Dräger spare parts and accessories. Otherwise, the
proper functioning of the product may be impaired.
These instructions for use can be downloaded in other languages in
electronic form on the relevant product page (www.draeger.com/ifu) or a
free printed copy can be obtained from Dräger or the distributor.
Only use battery chargers, power packs, batteries, or rechargeable batteries that
Dräger has approved for this product.
2 Conventions used in this document
2.1 Meaning of alert icons
The following alert icons are used in this document to notify the user of possible
dangers. The meanings of the alert icons are defined as follows:

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WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation. If not avoided, it could result in death
or serious injury.
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CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation. If not avoided, it could result in
physical injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
NOTICE
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation. If not avoided, it could result in
damage to the product or environment.
2.2 Typographical conventions
This symbol indicates information that may make the use of this product
easier.
Text Text in bold refers to labeling on the device or screen text.
►This triangle indicates options for avoiding the hazard in
warnings.

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3 Description
3.1 Product overview (see page 2)
1 Funnel
2 Funnel mount
3 LEDs (red, green)
4 Display
5button (access menu, set value)
6button (switch device on/off, confirm entry)
7 Wrist strap
8button
9 USB-C connection (not for charging the device, for servicing only)
10 Eye for wrist strap
3.2 Intended use
For detecting alcohol in a person’s breath, in air over substances, or ambient air
(passive test). The measurement is used as an indication for alcohol intoxication.
No therapeutic or legal measures should be initiated, based on the detection
results.
Before starting the measurement the instrument has to be set up.
Inserting batteries
Fitting strap (Read more in 4.1.2 Attaching the wrist strap.)
Mounting funnel
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WARNING
Small parts of the device can come loose and be swallowed.
►Keep the device out of reach of children under the age of 3.
NOTICE
The measurement is used as an indication for alcohol intoxication. No
therapeutic or legal measures should be initiated based on the detection result.

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4 Use
4.1 Prerequisites for use
NOTICE
Avoid sampling with a draft. This could falsify the test result.
Observe a wait time of approx. 15 minutes after the last consumption of
alcohol.
The wait time cannot be reduced by rinsing your mouth with water or with
non-alcoholic beverages.
Residual mouth alcohol or aromatic beverages (e.g., fruit juice), mouth
sprays containing alcohol, medication and drops, as well as belching and
vomiting may cause incorrect measuring values.
Rinsing the mouth with water or non-alcoholic drinks does not replace the
wait time.
Draft can falsify the measurement result.
4.1.1 Before sampling
The subject must breathe regularly and calmly before sampling. The subject
must be able to provide the required minimum breath volume for the sampling.
4.1.2 Attaching the wrist strap
The wrist strap should be used to secure the instrument on the wrist.
1. Guide the fastening lug on the wrist strap through the eye on the instrument.
2. Pull the top part of the wrist strap through the fastening lug.
4.1.3 Mounting the telescope bar
To reach subjects located further away (e.g., truck drivers), the instrument can
be mounted on a telescope bar with a 1/4″plug-in coupling.
A telescope bar is not included as part of the Dräger Alcotest®5000.
Follow the telescope bar manufacturer's instructions for use.
4.1.4 Preparation for use
1. Ensure that the batteries are charged and inserted correctly.
2. Ensure that a clean funnel is attached.
3. Ensure that the instrument is held firmly and securely by using the wrist
strap as intended.

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4.1.5 Switching the instrument on and off
Switching the instrument on:
1. Hold down the button for about 1 second.
2. Wait until the device displays that it is ready to measure.
Switching the instrument off:
1. Hold down the button for about 3 seconds.
The instrument will switch off automatically approx. 4 minutes after the last
use.
4.2 Initial start-up
A setup wizard opens when the instrument is turned on for the first time. This step
is not required for pre-configured instruments.
The setup wizard performs the following settings:
Language
Date
Time format
Time
All settings can be changed subsequently via the menu.
Language
A cursor pre-selects one language in the list. Press briefly on the button to
change the position of the cursor in order to select your needed language. If the
cursor selects the right language please hold the button for approx. 2 seconds to
confirm.
Date
A cursor pre-selects the day of the date. Press briefly on the button to change
the day until the actual day is shown. Please hold the button for approx.
2seconds to confirm the day. Please continue with the month and the year in the
same way: short press to change and long press to confirm.
Time format
A cursor pre-selects a time format. Press briefly on the button to change the
position of the cursor in order to select your needed time format. If the cursor
selects the needed time format please hold the button for approx. 2 seconds to
confirm.
Time

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A cursor pre-selects the hours of the time. Press briefly on the button to change
the hour until the actual hour is shown. Please hold the button for approx.
2 seconds to confirm the hour. Please continue with the minutes in the same
way: short press to change and long press to confirm.
Measurement unit
A cursor pre-selects a measurement unit in the list. Press briefly on the button to
change the position of the cursor in order to select your needed measurement
unit. If the cursor selects the needed measurement unit, please hold the button
for approx. 2 seconds to confirm.
After the setup wizard is finished, the display shows Welcome and continues with
READY for tests.
The Alcotest®4000 is now adjusted to your settings and is ready for breath tests.
Of course these and further settings can be adjusted in the device menu (see
section 4.8 on page 11).
NOTICE
Loss of default settings
If the batteries are removed for longer than 5 minutes, the date and time must
be reset.
4.3 Carrying out an automatic breath sample
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Pay attention to hygiene.
Falsified measurement results.
►Do not touch the top part of the funnel.
►Make sure that you keep a distance of 2-3 cm from the objector person to
be tested.
►Do not touch a subject’s skin and excretions, or surfaces.
►Avoid direct contact with substances to be tested.
►Replace a contaminated funnel with a clean funnel.
1. Remove the funnel from the packaging. Hold the funnel by the grip zones at
the sides and firmly connect it to the top of the device (only one direction is
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2. Ask the subject to blow evenly into the funnel at a distance without
interruption.
An adequate breath flow is indicated by a continuous tone.
While the sample is being taken, the display shows an empty bar that slowly
fills (see figures Aand B).
If sampling was successful, the tone ends with an audible click.
The display shows a rotating progress symbol, which indicates the ongoing
analysis process.
The result is shown on the display after a few seconds and is stored in the
device.
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Damage to the device
If several tests are performed in a short period of time, condensate can
accumulate inside the funnel, which can enter the instrument.
►Ensure prompt replacement of the funnel.
4.3.1 Reading the measurement result
After a few seconds (depending on the measured concentration and the
temperature of the instrument), the test result is shown on the display and stored
in the instrument. 2 different results are possible:

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C) No alcohol was detected. The test was passed. The green LED is also lit. The
instrument is then ready for use once again after a few seconds.
D) Alcohol was detected. The test was failed. The red LED is also lit. Press the
button to continue with the next measurement.
The display shows a rotating progress symbol during the recovery time.
Repeat the process (see Page 8 section "Carrying out an automatic breath
sample")
In the menu, the confirmation of the Alcohol and No alcohol test results can be
configured as follows:
Confirm the test results by pressing the button.
Or
The test results are automatically confirmed after 2 seconds.
4.4 Carrying out a manual breath sample (optional)
If the test subject cannot provide the required minimum volume, the sampling
can be triggered manually.
Carrying out a manual breath sample:
1. Follow steps of the automatic breath sample.
2. If the progress circle is displayed after starting the breath sample, tap the
button.
In the results display, Manual is also displayed.
4.5 Carrying out a passive breath sample (optional)
During passive sampling, the sampling is manually initiated by the device user.
Possible applications include the testing of ambient air or the lung air of persons
for the presence of alcohol.
Carrying out a passive breath sample: