LION 600 Instruction Manual

lion alcolmeter®600
*User Handbook*
Document Ref: RM46914 (Ver: 02)
© 2022, Lion Laboratories Limited

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PLEASE...
Read this handbook carefully –BEFORE using
the instrument for the first time; then retain
it for future reference.
Throughout this handbook the term 600
shall be taken to include all instrument
versions.

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WEEE Directive
English
Do not throw away or dispose of in landfill site - return to local
distributor or manufacturer
Français
Ne pas jeter ou ne pas s’en débarrasser dans un site
d’enfouissement de déchets – retourner au distributeur local ou
au fabricant.
Italiano
Non disperdere nell'ambiente o gettare nei rifiuti urbani -
ritornare al distributore locale o al fabbricante
Lion Laboratories Limited
Ty Verlon Industrial Estate
Barry
Vale of Glamorgan
CF63 2BE

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Wales, United Kingdom
Tel: +44 [0] 1446 724500 Fax: +44 [0] 1446 724501
e-mail: [email protected]
Contents
WEEE Directive .................................................................................. 3
Introduction....................................................................................... 6
Principle of Operation ....................................................................... 8
Instrument Features.......................................................................... 9
Setting Up The lion alcolmeter®600................................................ 10
Batteries ...................................................................................... 10
Silicone Skin................................................................................. 12
Switching On................................................................................ 13
Operation..................................................................................... 13
Main Menu ...................................................................................... 14
Main Menu Button Functionality .................................................... 16
Second Menu Button Functionality................................................. 18
Routine Breath Testing.................................................................... 19
Failure to Provide ........................................................................ 19
Fitting a Mouthpiece ................................................................... 20
Fitting a Cup................................................................................. 20
Calibration Check (Wet or Dry)........................................................ 20
Additional Features ......................................................................... 22
Last Test Recall ............................................................................ 22
Power Management.................................................................... 22
Data Entry.................................................................................... 23
Data Storage................................................................................ 24
Power saving.................................................................................... 25
Auto power down........................................................................ 25

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Brightness modes ........................................................................ 25
Screen dimming........................................................................... 25
Optional features............................................................................. 27
Printing ........................................................................................ 27
Bluetooth..................................................................................... 30
GPS positional data acquisition................................................... 31
Data Upload..................................................................................... 32
Appendix I: Technical Details.......................................................... 36
Appendix II: EMC Requirements..................................................... 40
Requirements .............................................................................. 40
EMC Declaration.......................................................................... 41
Guidance Notes ........................................................................... 48
Appendix III: Service Contact Details.............................................. 49
Appendix IV: Lion Contacts............................................................. 50

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Introduction
The lion alcolmeter® 600 devices are hand-held portable
instruments for fast, on the spot determination of a subject’s
breath (or blood) alcohol concentration level. They are some of the
latest in the range of lion alcolmeter® instruments produced by Lion
Laboratories Limited of Barry, South Wales, in the United Kingdom
–a company specialised in breath alcohol detection technology.
The instrument is microcontroller based and therefore very easy to
operate. All analytical functions, including breath sampling, are
fully automated and cannot be influenced by either the subject or
operator.
When used for Medical purposes the users of the device will be
health service professionals with the necessary skill and training
associated with such a position who will either use the resultant
measurement for diagnostic assessment purposes, or to determine
if a patient’s breath contains alcohol. Comprehensive instructions
are provided with the device to ensure a clear understanding of the
principles behind the operation of the unit and its function. Due to
the nature of its construction the device is intended to be used in an
environment as stated in this operating manual. If the device is used
as intended then the patient or user cannot influence the result or
harm themselves.
Each time that a subject is tested using this instrument the alcohol
reading, with time and date, is stored in the memory. It is also

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possible to collect a comprehensive amount of data about each test
including the subject and the operator using the instrument if
required. There is also a method whereby the operator can store a
subject refusal or failure to provide (FTP) event.
When the main batteries are removed the clock is kept running and
stored data, which can only be retrieved by a supervisor, is
retained.
The data storage collection capability will assist in the completion
and analysis of breath test data statistics for Police management.
Care of the instrument
To ensure longevity of the instrument please follow these instructions:
Clean the instrument case work with a damp cloth, to remove any surface dirt. If necessary
use a mild detergent to remove any ingrained dirt. Do not clean around the mouthpiece
port, as moisture in the port may affect the analytical system. Clean the display with a lint
free dry cloth, and only apply gentle pressure. Do not use alcohol based cleaning fluids
under any circumstances.
Do not subject the instrument to mechanical shock, such as dropping it. If it is subjected to
a mechanical shock then inspect the case work for damage, and if damaged the instrument
should be returned for repair as soon as practicably possible. If the mouthpiece retaining
features are damaged, and the mouthpiece does not fit onto the instrument properly do
not force it into place as this may affect the performance of the instrument and the reading.
If the instrument rattles please return it for repair as soon as possible. Do not power the
instrument up as critical components may be damaged.
If the mouthpiece port is blocked do not force objects into the mouthpiece port to remove
the blockage. Return the instrument for repair as soon as possible as this may affect the
analytical performance.

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Principle of Operation
The lion alcolmeter®600 uses an electrochemical fuel cell sensor to
measure the concentration of alcohol vapour in the subject’s
expired breath, a measured amount of which is drawn from the
mouthpiece into the fuel cell by means of the sampling system.
In the fuel cell a voltage is generated in proportion to the breath
alcohol concentration: it is therefore amplified and displayed in
terms of the subject’s alcohol level.
The breath sampling system is factory-set to sample deep-lung air;
it is the breath from the bottom of the lungs that truly reflects the
amount of alcohol in the body.

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Instrument Features
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2
3
4
5
6
7
1 –Disposable mouthpiece 6 –USB port
2 –Wrist strap 7 –Docking connector
3 –Navigation pad 8 –Dongle key
4 –Touch screen dsiplay 9 –Disposable cup
5 –Communications port 10 –Support application CD
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9
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Setting Up The lion alcolmeter®600
Batteries
The lion alcolmeter® 600 is powered by four alkaline AA dry
batteries. These are loaded into the instrument using the battery
pack.
To release the battery pack, push the button on the rear of the
instrument and pull the battery pack out of the instrument.
The batteries must be orientated so that the positive terminal of
the battery is against the plate contact, and the negative terminal is
against the spring contact. This is clearly shown in the diagram
moulded into the battery pack itself.
Once the batteries are securely loaded into the battery pack, this
can be loaded into the instrument and slid home until it locks in
place with a click. Please replace all four batteries with new
batteries at the same time to avoid uneven loading.