INNOMARK beta - Breathalyzer ACE - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL INNOMARK beta ACE

Each preestalyzer which you buy from ACE Instruments can also be calibrated by ACE Instruments. Of course, we also calibrate devices which were bought from other contractors, as long as these devices are identical in construction to the devices sold by ACE Instruments.

You can see the due date of the next calibration on the calibration sticker placed on your breathalyzer. If the sticker is missing, the calibration is to be done 6 months after the purchase date: e.g. purchase date: 13.05 = next calibration on the 13.11, and the next on the 13.05 of the following year.

I or a calibration service you can send the device to the service address specified at www.alkomatnet.

WHY IS A CALIBRATION NECESSARY?

The calibration is not mandatory, but the accuracy of the sensor installed in the breathalyzer will decrease steadily without a calibration and additionally guarantee expires, if you don't pay attention to the calibration ranges.

WHICH FACTORS INFLUENCE THE MEASUREMENT ACCURACY

• The more often the device is used the more the zero point is influenced.
- The higher the alcohol concentration is, the more the zero point is relocated.
• Devices which are used rarely have a decreased sensibility, too.

ACE Instruments recommends using the breathalyzer at least once (1x) a week independently of having drunken alcohol or not. To maintain the measurement accuracy, the breathalyzer should also be calibrated periodically.

PLEASE ALSO BE AWARE OF THE SEVERAL FACTORS OF INFLUENCE ON THE MEASURING RESULT

• Alcohol amount
  • Period of the consumption of alcohol
• Gender
• Age
  • Weight
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• Drinking habits
• Health state
  • Vitality of the liver
• Size of the lung
  • Admission of food during the consumption of alcohol
  • Influence of medicine

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IMPORTANT NOTES ON TEST EXECUTION AND SELF-ASSESSMENT

After the last sip of alcohol you should wait at least 15 minutes, as there may still be residual alcohol in the oral cavity, which influences the measurement result. Also smoking should be avoided before a test, as cigarette smoke harms the sensor.

For each test you should use a new mouthpiece – not only for hygiene reasons, but also because an already used mouthpiece can influence the next measurement result. The mouthpiece could contain residual alcohol, which would affect the new test result when the same mouthpiece is used again (this for example could show an alcoholization of a person who hasn't drunken any alcohol).

If "FLo" appears on the display, the given breath sample was insufficient or ended too soon. Blow into the mouthpiece for about 4 seconds constantly (without a break) preferably as if you were whistling without a sound.

If the same person performs 2 tests consecutive, then wait at least 3 minutes between the two less, as a too short waiting time may cause different measurement results. The air exhaled from the lungs is, after a test, no longer enriched with the same alcohol content as in the previous test. Therefore, an immediate second test will indicate a lower test result.

A I measured values determined with this breathalyzer are always indicative and not legally binding.

WHY THE ESTIMATED ALCOHOLIZATION AND THE MEASUREMENT RESULT IN MOST CASES CANNOT MATCH

An alcohol test is affected by a lot of different factors which also affect the test result. Beside the gender, age, body size and body weight, also the body fat percentage and the amount of body fluid have a big influence.

In addition, the general physical and mental state or the current daily constitution have to be taken into consideration. Furthermore, the meals eaten before a breath loss, (type of content and level of the stomach) and the intake of medication may influence the measurement.

Other influencing factors are, of course, the type of drink (percentage of alcohol content in the beverage and its carbon dioxide and sugar content), the drinking rate and the individual subject's duration of alcohol build up or degradation in the body.

Some people quickly have a high alcohol content in the blood, with other people it takes longer until an alcoholization is detected. About 40-50% of the consumed alcohols in the body within 15 minutes, after 30 minutes it is 65% and after 70 minutes, no previous y consume alcohol s 100% absorbed in the body. However, it should also be noted that some people – partly due to genetic factors – quickly reduce the alcohol content in the blood, whereas others still have an increased alcohol content in the blood after a longer period of time.

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A information herein was created conscientiously and under the assumption of correctness. Hence, the author cannot be held liable for the use of any kind whatsoever and/or any ensuing consequences. Furthermore, the author is not liable for any costs or expenses for damage that result from any information in this document. Any information is subject to change without prior notice.

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing our INNOMARK bela Breathalyzer! It measures the alcohol concentration in human breath using an electrochemical sensor and calculates the blood alcohol level. The test results are very reliable and have a tolerance of +/- 0.05% (por mill = g/L) with reference to 0.50% at 28°C ambient temperature. The measurement results are displayed as 3 digit numbers with 2 decimals and are interpreted as 1:1 (for example the display shows the value 0.36 = 0.36 per ml).

The sensor inside the device can be calibrated. To maintain the measurement accuracy of this device and the sensor warranty, it should be calibrated regularly. For a calibration service you can send the device to the service address specified e. www.alkomat.net.

The device must only be used pursuant to the instructions mentioned in this manual. All measured values determined by this breathalyzer are always a guide only and are not legally binding. Brain tests should be carried out, using clip on mouthpieces (one new mouthpiece should be used per test for reasons of hygiene and to avoid falsilico readings).

NOTE TO COUNTRY-SPECIFIC MEASUREMENT UNITS

Customers in the EU receive the pre-studyzer with % (per mill) as default setting, in the UK the default setting is mg/l, and in the USA, it is % BAC. In the chapter "Technical data," you will find information about the accuracy concerning the different measurement units. Please check the website of the Department of Transportation, the website of the Ministry of Transport, or automotive clubs to become informed about the current alcohol limits in your country.

SCOPE OF DELIVERY

• 1 Digital IN NOMARK beta Breathalyzer with fuel cell sensor
- 5 Mouthpieces
• 1 Manual (German & English)

Note: One (1) ∧ alkaline battery, not included in the scope of delivery, is required to use the unit.

LABEL OF INDIVIDUAL COMPONENTS

INNOMARK 0.38 p.p.MC START POWER 1 2 3 4 5 6

1. Mouthpiece and Mouthpiece Slot
2. Air Outlet (always keep this part unblocked)
3. Digital LC Display
4. Operating Button (Start button and button to navigate through test results)
5. Power Button (ON/OFF button and button to recall the cumulative test count or show last test results)
6. Battery Compartment Cover (on the back of the device)

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TIPS TO RECEIVE THE MOST ACCURACTE RESULTS

A) Wait at least 15 minutes after your last sip of alcohol. Do not eat, drink, or smoke during that time.
B) Do not open the casing
C) Do not keep the breathalyzer in cold, hot, moist, or badly ventilated paces.
D) Keep the breathalyzer out of the reach of children.
E) Conduct three inlet tests after long storage before conducting the actual alcohol test.
F) Do not drop the breathalyzer
G) Change the battery T it is depleted. Diminished battery capacity leads to incorrect test results
H) Do not conduct tests in loud (sound waves disrupt the sensor), drafty, or poorly ventilated places.
1) After a test result of 1.00 per mill (per mill = EU setting) / 0.10% BAC (% BAC = US setting) / 0.50mg/L (mg/L = UK setting) or higher the sensor needs rest time. In this case wait at least three minutes before starting the next test.
J) Do not conduct tests in very cold, very hot, or an unventilated, smoky amolence.
K) Store the breathalyzer in a way to avoid penetration by dust or liquids.
L) Bowing too hard may cause damage to the sensor as saliva flows in o.l.

1. Push the battery cover (on the back of the device) downwards and open it. Install one (1) AA batterie in the battery compartment while taking note of the battery polarity. Close the battery cover again.
2. Insert a mouthpiece into the slot on the right front side of the breathalyzer, ensure whether it securely fills or not. It is highly recommended to use an extra mouthpiece for every test for sanitary reasons.

CONDUCTING THE MEASUREMENT

With the INNOMARK beta breathalyzer you can conduct automatic and manual tests.

Automatic test: The easiest way to collect a deep lung sample. The flow system of the NNOMARK beta monitors a person's breath and automatically takes a sample near the end of the breathy flow.

Manual test: Normally used only if the lost person is unable to conduct an automatic test.

1. For an automatic test push the power button on the front of the device for 2 seconds, then you hear one beep tone, additionally a countdown starts and "WAIT" is blinking in the left bottom corner.
2. Wait until the end of the countdown you near 1 beep tone and then you see "rdY" on the display.
3. As soon as you see "rdY" on the display start blowing steadily into the mouthpiece for 4 seconds, the device will beep constantly during the test. Tip: Blow like you would whistle without a tone (but without a break). Note: As soon as "rdY" is displayed, the device will wait 8 seconds for your breath sample. If no blow in is colored, "0.00" is shown on the display.
4. Keep blowing and only stop when you hear a double ocep beep long, then the test is successfully finished. If the breath sample was not sufficient you shortly will hear 2 oep tones and you will see "C---" and then "Eo" on the display. This means the breath sample was not sufficient; so push the start button and start a new test
5. After a successful test, the device analyses the breath sample, you will see C, "(-, Calculate) on the display. After a short while you will near 2 boops and the test result will be displayed (with 4 digits and 3 decimal places) in per mill ( % = g/L ).

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1. For a manual test you start the device like described above.
2. As soon as you see "rdY" on the display, push the left button.
3. The manual test mode will start and you will see a flashing "roY" indicating that you can now start blowing into the unit.
4. Start blowing steadily into the mouthpiece for 4 seconds, the device will beep continuously during the test. Tip: Blow as if you wore whistling without a sound (but without pause). Continue blowing and do not stop until you hear a double beep, then the test is successfully completed.
5. After a successful test, the device analyses the breath sample, you will see „C---“ ( = „Calculate“) on the display. After a short while you will hear 2 beeps and the test result will be displayed (with 4 digits and 3 decimal places) in percent (‰ = g/L).

Note: It is recommended to wait at least 5 minutes between two tests to avoid overloading the sensor and to maintain the quality of the sensor for as long as possible. If it is not in use the device will turn off automatically after 30 seconds, additionally you hear 1 beep tone. If you want to conduct a new test, please press the power button. You can turn off the device manually if you constantly press the power button for 3 seconds.

Shortly press the "Power" button (1x) during the countdown, so you can display the cumulative test count – the number of all tests which were done so far. This number also helps you to check if a calibration service is needed (see chapter "Calibration" for more details). You can reset this counter (which is not recommended) if you press the left button until the counter is reset to zero.

Recall previous test results (up to 16 records)

Shortly press the "Power" button (2x) during the countdown, so you can display the latest test results (beginning with the last test). I first you see the test number and then the test result saved with this number. If you press the left button you can see the next saved test number followed by the

les, result, I you want to see the saved results ion backward order, press he right button. If you want to eave the test record memory mode and go back to the countdown, then shortly (1x) press the "Power" button.

ACE INSTRUMENTS RECOMMENDS

• Always use a new mouthpiece for each person and test that is conducted. ACE Instruments assume no lability for any damages that may arise when several people use the same mouthpiece for multiple tests.
- Only use the provided individually packaged and hygienic mouthpieces. During each test the breathalyzer's internal and external parts come into contact with human secretion (saliva, blood, sweat, etc).!
- Use safety gloves when pulling out a mouthpiece used by another person. You can buy appropriate gloves at ACE Technik (www.ace.technik.co).

IMPORTANT NOTICE

• WHEN YOU HAVE FATTN, DRUNKTN ALCOHIO OR SMOKED A CIGARETTE, WAIT AT LEAST 15 MINUTES BEFORE STARTING THE MEASUREMENT. ANY TEST CONDUCTED PRIOR TO THE EXPIRATION OF THE RECOMMENDED WAITING PERIOD WILL RESULT IN ACCURATE RESULTS.
• IF IT FTS RFSU T S B FLOW 0.0% (PR M I I - g/l) OR 0.010% BAC (US setting) OR 0.050mg/l (L < setting) THEN THE DEVICE SHOWS 0.00 (% OR % BAC OR mg/L depending on the setting) ON THE DISPLAY THIS HAPPENS BECAUSE AT A LOW RANGE OF ALCOHOL CONCENTRATION II IS POSSIBLE TO MEASURE OTHER MATERIALS IN YOUR MOUIH.
• This breathalyzer is a high quality and sensitive measurement device. To maintain the accuracy of the sensor, it should regularly be used. If the device is not used for an extended period of time, the sensor can dry out. ACE Instruments recommends using the breathalyzer at least 2 times per month (even if you have not been drinking alcohol).

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- Due to changes in the product, the procedures stated can change. This can take place without prior notice or adaptation of the operating manual and is no cause for complaint, return or price reduction. The user is responsible for recognizing discrepancies between the operating manual and the actual handling of the breathalyzer and must react accordingly.

ONLY USE ORIGINAL ACE INSTRUMENTS MOUTHPIECES

• Guarantees test result accuracy
• Guarantees hygiene of you and the device
• Guarantees full warranty of this device

ACE INSTRUMENTS ADVISES

even if you get a result meaning "safe range", you should never drive after consuming alcohol or do any other activities that are severely impaired by alcohol consumption and might endanger your health and safety or the health and safety of others.

DISPLAY INDICATIONS

DISPLAY MEANING ACTION
H	This letter means that the device detected an out of range high alcohol concentration (= above 2.00% (g/_) / 0.200% BAC / 1,000mg_).	No action required.
FLo	The sampling volume was not enough or the blow power was too uneven to analyze the breath sample.	Please perform a new test. Press the start button, the countdown will start again. Start breathing as soon as "rdY" appears on the display.

Snr	This means that the sensor is no, ready for a breath sample. This happens f high concentration of alcohol residue or pollutant is found on the sensor after the test test.	Switch off the device and wait at least 5 minutes before starting it again.
rPt	The device could not complete the test successfully. Another cause could be the environmental surrounding temperature s high	Please press the Power button and perform a new test Repeat the test when the environmental surrounding temperature is lower.
Out	The testing cannot be performed because the device is turned on outside of the operating temperature.	For optimal accuracy, repeal the test after the unit was brought to a room temperature environment (10°C up to 40°C).
Lo	The testing cannot be performed because the battery is low.	Replace the battery with 1 new AA A kilino battery.

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CALIBRATION

To maintain the accuracy of the oreathalyzer, ACE Instruments recommends a calibration after 6 up to maximum 2 months or after 300 tests (depending which incident happens first). For a calibration service you can send the device to ACE Instruments (see www.alkomatnet). The calibration is not mandatory, but the accuracy of the breathalyzer will decrease steadily without it and additionally the warranty for the sensor expires.

We recommend sending it as a parcel, so that in case of loss an inquiry or proof of delivery is possible.

BATTERY NOTICES

The device run with one (1) A Alkaline battery (1.5 V). This battery is not made for recharging. The use of a rechargeable battery is not possible with this device and can damage it if the included battery is depleted, it must not be thrown into the household waste. Used batteries may contain harmful substances that can cause environmental or health damage. Please return all depleted batteries to electrical appliance stores, who collect them for free

BATTERY EXCHANGE

To replace the battery, push the battery cover on the rear of the unit downwards and replace the discharged batteries with a new one. Be aware of the polarity when inserting the batteries (1/- pole). Close the battery compartment cover again. In the EU the return of used batteries is mandatory by law. All depolce batteries and also rechargeable batteries will be recycled. This way valuable resources like iron, zinc and nickel can be retrieved and are reusable then. Battery recycling is the easiest lesson in environmental protection – so please support it

The shown garbage bins mean that ballerics or recharge ab e batteries must not be thrown into the household waste. The signs below the garbage bins are acronyms for the chemical substances inside the battery.

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TECHNICAL DATA*

Sensor Fuel Cell Sensor
Accuracy +/-	0.05‰ (per mill) with reference to 0.50‰ at 25°C (per mill = default setting)OR +/- 0.006% BAC (Blood Alcohol Concentration) with reference to 0.050% BAC at 25°COR +/- 0.025mg/L with reference to 0.250mg/L at 25°C
Detection Range	0.00 up to 2.00‰ (per mill)OR 0.000 up to 0.200% BAC (USA)OR 0.000 up to 1.000mg/L (UK)
Warm-up Time	Within 10 up to 15 seconds at 0.5‰, it may vary depending on the value of per mill / BAC which was measured
Dimension '04	×40 × 17mm (L × W × -)
Weight Aporox	55g (1 battery included)
Power Supply	1 poco o' 15V AA Alkaline battery
Working Temperature	10°C up to 40°C
Storage Temperature	10°C up to 40°C
Calibration Recommendation: Every 6 up to 12 months or after 300 tests (decoending which incident nappers first). For a calibration service you can send the device to ACF Instruments (see www.alkomat.net)

* The technical date are subject to change without prior notice for functional improvements.

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WARRANTY AND LIABILITY

ACE Handels- und Entwicklungs GmbH (ACE Instruments) provides a warranty of two years after purchase for material and processing errors of the product (see attached warranty and liability declaration) in all versions and designations; and a warranty of one year for the sensor. This warranty includes the electronics as well as the casing and sensor without sampling components. Components that inevitably degrade over time (such as uses) are not part of this warranty. The warranty is valid from the date of delivery or from the date of first activation (always the shorter period), if not stated otherwise in the accompanying ACE Instruments product literature.

LIMITATION OF WARRANTY AND LIABILITY 1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

ACE Instruments rejects any further expressly stated or implied warranty, including the marketability and suitability for a determined purpose. This warranty especially excludes calibration. After changing the sensor, calibration is absolutely necessary. If an exchange of the sensor or a calibration is required for a product, the user may receive a cost estimate. Should the user reject the estimate, ACE Instruments will send the product back unrepaired/not calibrated and the product, will be labelled accordingly. Should the product not fulfil the warranty, the claim of the buyer and the obligations of ACE Instruments are limited exclusively to the discretion of ACE Instruments for exchange, repair of the affected goods or reimbursement of the purchasing price for the faulty merchandise.

2. APPLICATION RESTRICTION

ACI Instruments is by no means liable for additional, incidental or consequential damage such as, among others, lost profit and downtime that result from selling, producing or using products that are part of this application restriction. This is independent of any claims emanating from, for instance, contracts, negligence or other cultoable actions. The product, which is accompanied by this warranty and liability declaration (no matter the version or designation), in particular cannot be used in a legally binding manner to

determine no one's capacity to operate vehicles or execute action that could lead to personal injury or injury to others under the influence of alcohol.

The thorough check for damage of all products upon receipt, calibration suitable for the given use by the buyer and the proper use, maintenance and service according to the instructions of the accompanying ACE Instruments product literature are mandatory prerequisites of this warranty. Maintenance and service work performed by non-qualified persons as well as the use of non-approved consumables or spare parts results in the voiding of this warranty. As for all technically challenging products, it is a fundamental prerequisite and mandatory for ACE Instruments warranty that all users of those products are familiar with the properties and restrictions of the devices as stated in the respective literature.

3. ADVICE RESTRICTION

The buyer is solely responsible and confirms that they have checked the intended use and suitability of purchased goods for any purpose. Between the two parties it is expressly agreed that all technical or other advice given by ACE Instruments regarding the use of goods or services is free of charge and made unclear risk to the buyer exclusively. Therefore, no obligation or liability can result to ACE Instruments from any recommendation or their consequences.

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