Lifeloc FC10Plus User manual

Lifeloc FC10Plus
Operations Manual
Unlock the Power
of Alcohol Testing

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Table of Contents
Introduction
Congratulations ................................................................................................................................................4
Front View .......................................................................................................................................................... 5
Features ...............................................................................................................................................................6
Preparation
Installing Batteries ........................................................................................................................................... 7
Turning the FC On and Off........................................................................................................................... 7
Observing the Subject ...................................................................................................................................8
Attaching a Mouthpiece................................................................................................................................8
Breath Testing Modes
Testing Modes Explained ..............................................................................................................................9
End of Breath & Precise Volume Explained...........................................................................................9
Conducting an Automatic Test................................................................................................................. 10
Manual Override During an Automatic Test ........................................................................................ 10
Conducting a Manual Test ............................................................................................................................11
Conducting a Passive Test............................................................................................................................11
Operation
Breath Flow .......................................................................................................................................................12
Alcohol Curve ...................................................................................................................................................12
Test Results .......................................................................................................................................................12
Viewing Previous Test Results....................................................................................................................12
Removing the Mouthpiece ..........................................................................................................................12
User Settings
Changing the Time .........................................................................................................................................13
Changing the Date..........................................................................................................................................13
Setting the Trigger Mode............................................................................................................................ 14
Security Settings Explained....................................................................................................................... 14
Setting Up Security Password .................................................................................................................. 14
Using Security Password..............................................................................................................................15
Removing Security Password.....................................................................................................................15
Adjusting LCD Contrast............................................................................................................................... 16
Setting the Default Test Order.................................................................................................................. 16
Results Format Explained............................................................................................................................17
Setting Results Format .................................................................................................................................17
Setting the Pass/Warn/Fail Levels.......................................................................................................... 18

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Calibration Settings
Wet Bath and Dry Gas Explained ............................................................................................................ 18
Selecting the Calibration Standard......................................................................................................... 19
Calibration/Cal Check Explained ....................................................................................................19 - 20
Selecting the Standard Type .................................................................................................................... 20
Calibration/Cal Check Lock-out Explained......................................................................................... 20
Setting the Calibration Lock-out Type ...................................................................................................21
Setting the Cal Check Lock-out Type .....................................................................................................21
Wet Bath Calibration
Wet Bath Simulator Set-Up........................................................................................................................22
Wet Calibration......................................................................................................................................22 - 23
Wet Calibration Check ....................................................................................................................... 23 - 24
Dry Gas Calibration
Dry Gas Tank Set-Up.................................................................................................................................... 24
Dry Gas Calibration.............................................................................................................................. 24 - 25
Dry Gas Calibration Check......................................................................................................................... 26
Maintenance
How to Check Status ................................................................................................................................... 26
Fuel Cells...........................................................................................................................................................27
Cleaning.............................................................................................................................................................27
Batteries ............................................................................................................................................................27
On-Screen Messages
Messages Explained......................................................................................................................................28
Service
Lifeloc Factory Warranty ........................................................................................................................... 29
Extended Service Plans .............................................................................................................................. 29
Service............................................................................................................................................................... 29
General Usage
Notice ................................................................................................................................................................ 29
Specifications ................................................................................................................................................. 30
FC10Plus Supplies
Accessories and Supplies .......................................................................................................................... 30
Menu Charts
User Settings Chart........................................................................................................................................31
Calibration Display Chart ............................................................................................................................32

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Attention FC10Plus Operator:
Congratulations on your purchase of a Lifeloc FC10Plus.
For over 25 years, Lifeloc Technologies has been providing advanced alcohol testing
equipment & training to Law Enforcement and Corrections Professionals. We are the
leader in product innovation, precision instruments, ease of use & Five Star Customer Care.
The FC10Plus breath alcohol tester is manufactured in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, by Lifeloc
Technologies, Inc. Lifeloc offers premium quality products combined with exceptional
service and technical support.
The FC10Plus is a state-of-the-art breath alcohol tester that is software based and incorpo-
rates unique cutting edge technologies. Because of the advanced FC10Plus design:
• Results on a positive test register in 10 seconds.
• You can take another test 30 seconds after a positive. Repeatability is not
compromised.
• Your FC10Plus will automatically take the test when it senses a deep lung sample is
delivered.
• Your FC10Plus will provide an accurate test, or else explain to you why it cannot, and
even provide suggestions on how to proceed to complete an accurate test on your
subject.
• AA or NiMH batteries last for about 160 “on” hours or up to 6000 tests.
The following pages will explain in detail the operation of your FC10Plus Series portable
breath tester.
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Mouthpiece
+/- Buttons set
calibration standard
Battery Icon indicates
battery level
Function Button
scrolls through menus
and saves changes
Execute Button
enables you to perform
the function
Mouthpiece Removal Tab
Large Graphic LCD Screen
displays functions and results
Power Button
turns unit on and off;
also returns you to
main testing mode
Wrist Strap
Attachment Loop
Front View (with Mouthpiece)
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Features
• Large Graphic LCD Display: Capable of showing numbers, letters, icons and plain
English text messages.
• Automated Calibration: Software-controlled adjustments; no tools necessary.
• Auto Test Mode: The easiest way to take a test. Tester automatically takes deep lung
sample when subject is at end of breath.
• Manual Test Mode: Enables operator to control exact point of breath sample.
• Passive Test Mode: Checks for the presence of alcohol in the breath or in an open
container, without using a mouthpiece.
• On Board Memory: Stores the last 10 tests.
• Real Time Clock: Stores time and date information with test results as well as
calibration and cal check results.
• User-Selectable Test Order: Allows choice of either Auto Test or Passive Test default
mode.
• Calibration Reminder with Lockout: Prevents you from using an FC10Plus when it is
due for calibration.
• Auto Shut-Off: Preserves battery life.
• Fast, Simple Operation: While the FC10Plus contains a host of features, it is still easy to
use.
• Automatic Backlight: Easy viewing of test results either day or night.
• Exceptional Battery Life: Up to 160 hours or 6000 test operation using four AA or
NiMH rechargeable batteries.
Introduction

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Installing Batteries
Turning the FC10Plus On and Off
Press in and down on the battery door located on the back of the FC10Plus.
Install the four AA Alkaline batteries in the direction of the symbols in the battery case.
Close the case by pushing up on the battery door until it locks shut.
See page 27 for directions on using rechargeable batteries.
Press and hold the Power button on the bottom
of the front of the unit until it beeps. The FC10Plus
performs an automatic internal diagnostics
check.
To turn the unit off, press and hold the Power
button until it beeps twice. The unit will shut
down.
Note: Momentarily pressing the Power button,
when the unit is on, will return you to the main
menu.
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Observing the Subject
Attaching a Mouthpiece
The FC10Plus provides a highly accurate reading of breath alcohol acquired by sampling
deep lung air. Readings will also detect residual mouth alcohol.
To prevent mouth alcohol from affecting a test, make certain that the subject is not
allowed to put anything in their mouth for 15 minutes prior to taking a test.
If the subject just took a drink, a 15 minute observation period in which they are not
permitted to put anything in their mouth should be observed before testing. This will
ensure all residual alcohol from any source is completely dissipated and test results will
be valid.
Remove the mouthpiece from its wrapper,
making sure not to touch the end which
the subject will be blowing into.
Attach the mouthpiece to the port on the
back of the FC10Plus.
Line up the mouthpiece port over the
holes in the back of the mouthpiece. Press
in place.
Ensure it is securely attached.
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Breath Testing Modes Explained
End of Breath and Precise Volume Explained
The FC10Plus is capable of conducting Automatic, Manual, and Passive tests.
•Automatic Test is the easiest way to achieve a deep lung sample. The FC10Plus monitors
the subject’s breath and automatically takes the sample near the end of the breath
flow.
•
Manual Test is normally used only when the subject is unable to provide a sufficient
breath sample for the automatic test.
•
Passive Test is a quick screen to detect alcohol but is not designed to quantify the
results. Passive results are reported as “POS” if alcohol is detected, “NEG” if alcohol is
not detected. In this mode, no mouthpiece is required.
In Auto Test mode, the unit can be set to take a sample either:
•
When the subject nears the end of the exhalation (End of Breath)
— or —
•
When it detects 1.5L of breath (Precise Volume)
Both will give accurate results. Precise Volume may work better with uncooperative
subjects.
(To select “END OF BREATH” or “PRECISE VOLUME” mode, see Trigger Mode
instructions on p.14)
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Conducting an Automatic Test
Manual Override during an Automatic Test
Turn the FC10Plus on.
Verify the display reads “AUTO TEST”.
Attach the mouthpiece to the back of the
unit.
Instruct the subject to blow into the
mouthpiece firmly and steadily for as long
as they can. (But not necessarily as hard
as they can.) The unit calculates volume
and will give an error message if the
subject cannot reach 1.3 liters.
Read the result.
After taking a test, the FC10Plus will display
the results in large numbers on the display.
Press the Function button to return to the
test mode.
Note: This feature allows the completion of a test in the occasional instance when the
subject may have diminished lung capacity and cannot activate the Auto Test.
Turn the FC10Plus on.
Attach a mouthpiece to the back of the unit and verify the display reads “AUTO TEST”.
Instruct the subject to blow into the mouthpiece firmly and steadily for as long as they
can.
When they are near the end of their breath, press the Execute button.
Read the result.
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Conducting a Manual Test
Conducting a Passive Test (No Mouthpiece)
Turn the FC10Plus on.
Attach the mouthpiece to the back of the
unit.
Press the Function button until the display
reads “MANUAL TEST”.
Instruct the subject to blow into the
mouthpiece firmly and steadily for as long
as they can.
When they are near the end of their
breath, press the Execute button.
Read the result.
Please note, manual test mode is pressure
activated. If the subject does not blow air
into the mouthpiece, the test can not be
conducted.
Turn the FC10Plus on.
Press the Function button, if necessary,
until the display reads “PASSIVE TEST.”
Hold the FC10Plus sample port (orange-
colored opening labeled “Port” on the
back of the FC10) about 4 inches from the
subject’s mouth.
Have the subject blow toward the port.
Press the Execute button while the subject
is blowing.
Read the result. The unit will only display
“POS” or “NEG.” It will not display the
actual numerical result.
Note: A passive test can also be done over
an open container to detect the presence
of alcohol.
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Breath Flow
Removing the Mouthpiece
As the subject blows into the mouthpiece,
the FC10Plus will show a graph of the breath
flow on the display, as well as showing the
amount of liters. Liters are shown in the
upper left corner.
Alcohol Curve
If the FC10Plus detects alcohol, the alcohol
level is graphed and will be displayed
before the result.
Test Results
After the alcohol is graphed, the test result
is displayed.
The result will remain on the screen until
the Function or Power button is pressed.
The last 10 test results are retained in
memory.
Viewing Previous Test Results
Press to remove
mouthpiece
Press the Function button until “LAST
TEST RESULT” is displayed. The results of
the last test will be displayed.
To view any of the last 10 tests use the + or
-buttons to scroll through.
Momentarily press the Power button to
return to the testing mode.
Remove the mouthpiece by pushing
straight down on the tab at the right of the
display screen. DO NOT BEND the tab.
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Changing the Time
Changing the Date
Press the Function button until the display reads “SETTINGS”.
Press the Execute button.
Display reads “TIME” with the hour digits flashing.
Press the + or – button to change the hour.
Press the Execute button to save your changes and move to minutes.
Press the + or – button to change the minutes.
Press the Function button to save your changes.
Momentarily press Power to return to the testing mode.
Press the Function button until the display reads “SETTINGS”.
Press the Execute button. Display reads “TIME”.
Press the Function button until the display reads “DATE”
with the month digits flashing.
Press the + or – button to change the month.
Press the Execute button to save the month and move
to the day.
Press the + or – button to change the day.
Press the Execute button to save the day and move to
the year.
Press the + or – button to change the year.
Press the Function button to save your changes.
Momentarily press Power to return to the testing mode.
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Setting Trigger Mode
From the “SETTINGS” display, press the Execute button.
Press the Function button until the display reads “TRIGGER MODE”.
Press the Execute button to select between “END OF BREATH” and “PRECISE VOLUME”.
Press the Function button to save the setting. Momentarily press Power to return to the
testing mode.
(User settings flow chart is shown on p. 32)
Security Settings Explained
Setting Up Security Password
Password can be set to protect access to calibration, calibration check, calibration
settings and user settings.
Without a password, users are still able to conduct Automatic, Manual and Passive tests;
print test results; and check battery status and temperature.
Press the Function button until the display reads “SETTINGS”.
Press the Execute button. Display reads “TIME”.
Press the Function button until the display reads “SECURITY SETTINGS”.
Press the Execute button. The unit is now ready to accept a password. Use the + or -
buttons to enter a number or letter.
Use the Execute button to move to the next digit. Password is limited to 8 characters.
Press the Function button to save your password. Momentarily press Power to return to
the testing mode.
Note: Record and store your password in a safe place. Lifeloc does not have access to
your password. If password is lost, you will need to contact Lifeloc to restore a default
via remote diagnostics or by returning the unit to the factory.
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Using Security Password
Removing Security Password
For access to Calibration, Calibration Check, Calibration Settings or User Settings.
Press the Function button until the display reads “CALIBRATION” or “SETTINGS”. Select
the one you would like to access. You are limited to one at a time.
Press the Execute button. Display reads “SECURITY CODE”.
Enter your password using the + or - buttons. Use the Execute button to move to the next
digit.
Press the Function button to gain access. You now have access to all menus and settings.
Press the Function button until the display reads “SETTINGS”.
Press the Execute button. Display reads “SECURITY CODE”.
Enter your password using the + or - buttons.
Press the Function button until the display reads “SECURITY SETTING”.
Press the Execute button. Display reads “SECURITY SETTING” and shows your password
in the lower left corner.
Clear your password using the + or - buttons to change the letters or numbers to blank
spaces. Use the Execute button to move to the next digit.
Press the Function button to clear the password.
Momentarily press Power to return to the testing mode.
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User Settings
Setting the Default Test Order
Press the Function button until the display reads “SETTINGS”.
Press the Execute button. Display reads “TIME”.
Press the Function button until the display reads “DISPLAY SETTINGS”.
Press the Execute button. Display reads “LCD CONTRAST”.
Press the Function button. Display reads “TEST ORDER”.
Press the Execute button to toggle between Test Order 1, 2, and 3 above.
Press the Function button to save the changes.
Momentarily press Power to return to the testing mode.
Please note: By selecting Test Order 3 you will disable passive testing.
(User settings flow chart is shown on p. 32)
Test Order 1 (Default) Test Order 2 Test Order 3
Auto Test Passive Test Auto Test
Manual Test Auto Test Manual Test
Passive Test Manual Test
Adjusting LCD Contrast
Press the Function button until the display reads “SETTINGS”.
Press the Execute button. Display reads “TIME”.
Press the Function button until the display reads “DISPLAY SETTINGS”.
Press the Execute button. Display reads “LCD CONTRAST”.
Press the + or - buttons to adjust the contrast of the text.
(0 = lightest; 10 = darkest)
Press the Function button to save your adjustment. Momentarily press Power to return to
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Setting Results Format
Press the Function button until the display reads “SETTINGS”.
Press the Execute button. Display reads “TIME”.
Press the Function button until the display reads “DISPLAY SETTINGS”.
Press the Execute button. Display reads “LCD CONTRAST”.
Press the Function button until the display reads “RESULTS FORMAT”.
Press Execute to toggle between “NUMERIC” and “PWF”.
Press the Function button to save your setting.
Momentarily press Power to return to the testing mode.
Results Format Explained
Results for Auto and Manual tests can be displayed in a “NUMERIC” or “PASS/WARN/
FAIL” (PWF) format. Passive test results, however, can only be displayed as “POS” &
“NEG”.
NUMERIC results are in a 3-digit BAC format.
PASS/WARN/FAIL results require setting specific levels for Pass and Fail.
PASS FAIL
For example, if Pass is set at .040 and Fail is set at .080
(default settings on your FC10Plus), then:
Pass = .000 - .040
Warn = .041 - .079
Fail = .080 and above
Sample settings only. See
page 18 for instructions on
setting the Pass/Warn/Fail
levels.
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Setting the Pass/Warn/Fail Levels
Wet Bath and Dry Gas Explained
Press the Function button until the display reads “SETTINGS”.
Press the Execute button. Display reads “TIME”.
Press the Function button until the display reads “DISPLAY SETTINGS”.
Press the Execute button. Display reads “LCD CONTRAST”.
Press the Function button until the display reads “PASS LEVEL”.
Press the + or – button to set the BAC Pass level.
Press the Function button. Display reads “FAIL LEVEL”.
Press the + or – button to set the BAC Fail level.
Press the Function button to save your settings.
Momentarily press Power to return to the testing mode.
Note: An alcohol reading between the PASS and FAIL levels will read WARN.
You can calibrate and check your FC10Plus using either the wet bath or dry gas method.
You must first set your FC10Plus to recognize which method or which ‘Standard Type’ you
will be using.
Once you choose the Standard Type, the FC10Plus will store that information in memory
and you do not have to set it again unless you change to a different method of
performing a calibration/calibration check.
Dry Gas Calibration requires that, prior to calibration, you enter the Corrected Standard
Value based on your altitude or elevation. Using the chart on the outside of the canister,
multiply the number next to your elevation by the standard.
Example:
• Denver, Colorado’s elevation is 5200 ft. above sea level and dry gas standard = .100
BAC.
• Correction factor from tank is .820
• Corrected Standard = .100 x .820 = .082
If you move to a significantly different altitude before calibrating, you will have to change
the standard in the FC10Plus .
Wet Bath Calibration does not require altitude correction.
Note: The FC10Plus comes from the factory set for Wet Bath type and .100 BAC Calibration
Standard.
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Selecting the Calibration Standard
Press the Function button until the display reads “CALIBRATION”.
Press the Execute button. The display reads either “WET CHECK” or ” DRY CHECK”.
Press the Function button until the display reads “CAL SETTINGS”.
Press the Execute button. The display reads “CAL STANDARD”.
Use the + or – button to change the number to the BAC level of standard you will be
calibrating to. It should be the same as on the bottle of certified solution or as your
altitude corrected standard, if using a dry gas tank. (See p. 18)
Press the Function button to save the settings. Momentarily press Power to return to the
testing mode.
Once you set the standard, you do not have to set it again unless you change solutions or
elevation (dry gas only).
Calibration/Cal Check Explained
Calibration of an FC10Plus sets your unit to a known alcohol concentration to enable
accurate BAC (Breath Alcohol Concentration) results.
You can use dry gas or wet bath solution to calibrate your FC10Plus. Most commonly used
solutions are .100, .080 or .040 BAC.
The FC10Plus must be between 68° and 95° F (20° - 35° C) to calibrate.
Lifeloc recommends you calibrate your FC10Plus:
Once every 12 months, regardless of how many tests you have performed
Or, at intervals specified by your Internal Policies, Quality Assurance Plan, or State
Regulations
Or, after two failed Calibration Checks.
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A Calibration Check simply verifies the FC10Plus was calibrated correctly and is within the
acceptable accuracy range. Calibration check is also referred to as “External Calibration
Check,” “Accuracy Check,” “Verification” and “Cal Check.”
Lifeloc recommends you perform a calibration check on your FC10Plus:
Once every 30 days
Or, at intervals specified by your Internal Policies, Quality Assurance Plan, or
State Regulations.
Selecting the Standard Type
Press the Function button until the display
reads “CALIBRATION”.
Press the Execute button. The display reads
either “WET CHECK” or “DRY CHECK.”
Press the Function button until the display
reads “CAL SETTINGS”.
Press the Execute button. The display reads
“CAL STANDARD”.
Press the Function button until the display
reads “STANDARD TYPE”.
Press the Execute button to choose between
“DRY GAS” and “WET BATH”.
Press the Function button to save settings. Momentarily press Power to return to the
testing mode.
Standard Type
Wet Bath
Change
Calibration/Cal Check Lock-out Explained
The calibration/cal check lock-out allows you to prevent usage of your FC10Plus if it is not
calibrated or cal checked in a specified time period. Time can be registered as days or
number of tests.
Beginning 48 hours before the specified lock-out time, the unit will display “WARNING
CAL EXPIRING,” “WARNING CHECK EXPIRING” or both.
When the time period has elapsed, the unit will display “CAL EXPIRED,” “CHECK
EXPIRED” or both and not allow testing until it is calibrated and/or cal checked.
You can specify time periods up to 999 days or 9999 tests between calibrations or cal
checks. You can also disable the calibration/cal check lock-out feature. (See p.21)
Calibration Settings