Innomark Alpha - Breathalyzer ACE - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Innomark Alpha ACE

Each preanalyzer 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.

Hona 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 Inc. accuracy of the sensor installed in the breathalyzer will decrease steadily without a calibration and additional 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 released.
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 drunk 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 alcoho
Gender
·Aoe
Weight
- Height
- Drinking habits
Health state
Vitality of the liver
Size of the lung
Admission of food during the consumption of alcohol
- Influence of medicine

INNOMARK alpha

BREATHALYZER

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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 now loss, result when the same mouthpiece is used again (this for example could show an alcoholization of a person who hasn't drunk 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) or preferably as if you were whistling without a sound.

If the same person performs 2 tests consecutively, then wait at least 3 minutes between the two tests, 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.

All 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 broth lost (type of control 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 alcohol is in the body within 15 minutes, after 30 minutes it is 65% and after 70 minutes. He previously consumes alcohol 100% absorbed in the body. However, it should also be noted that some people – partly due to genetic factors – quickly recuce the alcohol content in the blood, whereas others still have an increased alcohol content in the blood after a longer period of time.

AUTORENHAFTUNG

All 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 alpha 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‰ (per mill = g/L) with reference to 100‰ at 25°C ambient temperature. The measurement results are displayed as a 3-digit number with 2 decimals and are interpreted as: 1 (for example the display shows the value 0.36 = 0.36 per mill).

The sensor insd te device can be calbrated.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 spocified e. wwwalkomatalnl.

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. Breain losls should be carried out using clip on mouthpieces (one new mouthpiece should be used per lost for reasons of hygiene and to avoid falsified readings).

NOTE TO COUNTRY-SPECIFIC MEASUREMENT UNITS

Customers in the EU receive the breathalyzer with 公 (per mill) as default setting, in the UK the default setting s mg/l, and in the USA, it is % BAC In the chapter "Technical data," you will find information about Inc 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 INNOMARK alpha Breathalyzer with fuel cell sensor
• 5 Mouthpieces
  1Quick Start Guide
  -1 Manjal

Note: Two (2) AA alkaline batteries are required to use the insuroment and are no. inucluded.

LABEL OF INDIVIDUAL COMPONENTS

1. Mouthpiece Slot
2. Air Outlet (always keep this part unblocked)
3. Digital LC Display
4. Left Operating Button (to start a manual test, to navigate through test results)
5. Power Button (ON/OFF, recall cumulative test count, show last test result)
6. Right Operating Button (navigate through test results)
7. Battery Compartment Cover (on the back of the device)

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 bady ventilated places.
D) Keep the brenatalyzer out of the reach of children.
E) Conduct three inlet tests after long storage before conducting the actual alcohol test.
H) Do not drop the breathalyzer
G) Change the battery if it is depleted. Diminished battery capacity leads to incorrect test results.
H) Do not conduct tests in louc (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 ambiance.
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 into it.

1. Slide down the battery compartment cover on the back of the device and insert two (2) AA batteries (the batteries are not included in the scope of delivery). Pay attention to the poles (- / +) of the ballorics Close the battery compartment cover.
2. risorl a mouthpiece into the mouthpiece slot (- the opening on the left side of the front panel). Ensure whether it securely fits or not. It is highly recommended to use an extra mouthpiece for every test for sanitary reasons.

CONDUCTING THE MEASUREMENT

With the INNOMARK alpha 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 alpha monitors a person's breath and automatically takes a sample near the end of the breathy flow.

Manual test: Normally used only if the test 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 dispay.
3. As soon as you see "rdY" on the display start blowing steadily into the mouthpiece for 1 seconds, the device will deep constantly during the test. Tip: Blow like you would whistle without a tone (but without a break).
4. When the beeping stops and you hear a double "clack" tone, then the test is successfully finished. If the breech sample was not sufficient you shortly will hear 2 beep tones and you will see "C" and then "L" on the display. This means the probe sample was not sufficient, so push the start button and start a new test.
5. After a successful test the device is analyzing the breath sample, you see "C----" ( "Calculating") on the display. After a few seconds you hear 2 beep tones and the test results displayed with 3-digit keys and 2 decimals in % (g/L). To display it in % BAC or in mg/L, press the left button with the 3rd press you will see the unit % (pcr mi = g/L) again.

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1. I or 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 starts and it displays "O---", additionally you hear a continuous beep tone.
4. Take a deep breath and blow moderately, with a constant speed and pressure into the direction of the mouthpiece. Bow until you hear a double "black" tone, then the lost is successfully finished.
5. The device is analyzing the breath sample, you see "C—" (− "Calculating") on the display. After a few seconds you hear 2 beep tones and the test result is displayed. To display it in % BAC or in mg/l, press the left button - with the 3rd press you will see the unit %a (oer mi - g/L) again.

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 no, 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 lasts which were conc 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 50 records)

Shortly press the "Power" button (2x) during the countdown, so you can display the latest test results (beginning with the last test). 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 test result. If you want to see the saved results ion backward

order, press the right button if you want to cave 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 assumes no liability 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-technikoe).

IMPORTANT NOTICE

WHEN YOU HAVE EATEN, DRUNKEN ALCOHOL OR SMOKED A CIGARETT, WAIT AT FAST 15 MINUTES BEFORE STARTING THE MEASUREMENT ANY TEST CONDUCTED PRIOR TO THE EXPIRATION OF THE RECOMMENDED WAITING PERIOD WILL RESULT IN INACCURATE RESULTS.
- IF THE TEST RESULTS BELOW 0.0% (PERMILL - g/L) OR 0.01% BAC (US setting) OR 0.05mg/l (UK setting) THTNTDTCVCTSLOWS 0.00 (% OR % BAC OR mg/L - depending on the setting) ON THE DISPLAY THIS HAPPENS BECAUSE A LOW RANGE OF ALCOHOL CONCENTRATION IT IS POSSIBLE TO MEASURE OTHER MATERIALS IN YOUR MOUTIL
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 no, even 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 400% (g/L) / 6.40% BAC / 200mg/L).	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 not ready for a breath sample. This happens if high concentration of alcohol residue or pollutant is found on the sensor after .he les. lost	Switch off the device and wait at least 5 minutes before starting it again.
rPt	The device could not complete .he test successfully.	Please press the Power button and perform a new test.
Out	The losing cannot be performed because the device is turned or pulls de of line operating temperature	Repeat the loss, alter line unit has reached a temperature within the operation range (10°C up to 40°C).
Lo	The losing cannot be performed because the battery is low.	Replace the batteries with 2 new AA Alkaline batteries.

CALIBRATION

To maintain the accuracy of the breathalyzer, ACE Instruments recommends a calibration after 300 tests or approx every 12 months (depending which incident happens first). For a calibration service you can send the device to ACE Instruments (see wwwalkomatnet). 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.

BATTERYNOTICES

The device associated with this operating manual contains 2 AA Alkaline batteries (15 V) in delivery condition. These batteries are not made for recharging. The use of a rechargeable battery is not possible with this device and can damage it. If the included batteries are depleted, they must not be thrown into the household waste. Used batteries may contain harmful substances that can cause environmental or health damage. Please return all deploced batteries to electrical appliance stores, who collect them for free.

BATTERY EXCHANGE

To replace the batteries, 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 (+/ -pole). Close the battery compartment cover again. In the EU the return of used batteries is mandatory by law. All depleted batteries and also rechargeable ballers will be recycled. This way valuable resources like iron, zinc and nickel can be retrieved and are reusable then Battery recycling is the case cost lesson in environmental protection so please support it

The shown garbage bins mean that ballcrics or rechargeable batteries must not be thrown into the household waste. The signs below the garbage bins are acronyms for the chemical substances inside the battery:

Hg Cd Pb

Hgi Battery contains Mercury

Cd: Battery contains Caorium

Pb: Battery contains Lead

TECHNICAL DATA*

Sensor Fuel Cell Sensor
Accuracy +/-	0.05‰ (per mill) with reference to 1.00‰ at 25°C (per mill = default setting) OR -/ - 0.005% BAC (Blood Alcohol Concentration) with reference .to 1.00% BAC at 25°C OR -/ - 0.025mg/L with reference .to 0.50mg/L at 25°C
Detection Range	0.00 up to 4.00‰ (per mill) OR 0.00 up to 0.40% BAC (USA) OR 0.00 up to 200mg/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 / mg/L which was measured
Dimension 114 x 49 x 18mm (L x W x H)
Weight 116g (ballerics inclcd)
Power Supply	2 pieces of 15V AA Alkal no battery (- energy for up to max 1,000 tests)
Working Temperature	10°C up to 40°C
Storage Temperature	10°C up to 40°C
Calibration Recommendation: Every 12 months or after 300 tests (whatever comes first) For a calibration service you can send the device to ACE Instruments (see www akomatnet).

• The technical data are subject to change without prior notice for functional improvements.

WARRANTY AND LIABILITY

ACE Handels- und Entwicklungs GmbH (ACE Instruments) provides a warranty of two years after purchase for materials 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 fuses) 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 cal braced and the produc, 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 so

2. APPLICATION RESTRICTION

ACT Instruments is by no means liable for additional, incidental or consequent 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 culpebele actions. The product, which is accompanied by this warranty and liability declaration (no maller the version or designation), in particular cannot be used in a legally binding manner to

determine no one's capacity to operate vehicles or exccuution that could lead to persona 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 liability 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 'true' of charge and made under risk to the buyer exclusively. Therefore, no obligation or liability can result to ACE instruments from any recommendation or the consequences.

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