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Q3 Innovations AlcoHAWK ABI Owner's Manual

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    Owner’s manual ©2006 q3 innovations, llc v051906.

  • Page 2: Table of Contents

    1 table of contents introduction 1 overview of the alcohawk ® abi 1 alcohol testing theory 1 description of testing system 2 dose-specific effects of alcohol intoxication 2 uses of breath alcohol screening devices 4 preparation 4 installing the battery 4 inserting a mouthpiece 5 components diagram 5 ...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction overview of the alcohawk ® abi the alcohawk ® abi is a breath alcohol tester designed to test for the presence of alcohol in the blood. This device provides a digital reading of an individual’s approximate blood alcohol concentration (bac) in seconds. The alcohawk ® abi is powered by a ...

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    When performing a breath alcohol test, it is necessary to analyze an alveolar or deep lung air sample. If the test sample is not based on a deep lung sample, the sample analyzed could be diluted with breath of lower alcohol concentration from the upper respiratory tract. This would result in a lower...

  • Page 5: Bac

    Screener does not mean that a driver’s reaction times can respond to any emergency encountered, do not drink alcohol and drive. Some states prohibit driving with a .08% bac or above reading, and in many states, individuals can be prosecuted for driving under the influence at any level. Some states al...

  • Page 6: Preparation

    Uses of breath alcohol screening devices breath alcohol screeners are used in a wide variety of applications. For example, law enforcement officials use breath alcohol screeners on the roadside to determine if a subject should be further tested on an evidential alcohol test (a test given to determine...

  • Page 7: Inserting A Mouthpiece

    Inserting a mouthpiece insert the mouthpiece cover firmly over the breath pipe. See diagram below. Components diagram 4 5 breath out do not cover while testing wrist strap mount on/off power switch warn lamp dc adapter socket breath pipe battery low lamp ready lamp display.

  • Page 8: Operation

    Operation operating instructions wait 20 minutes after smoking, eating, or drinking before use. Failure to do so can alter the bac reading and can damage the sensor. 1) press the on/off power switch. The detector will start to count down from 200 to 000 on the display. This warm-up process prepares ...

  • Page 9: Reading

    4) finally, the unit will display “off” for turn-off, along with a beep sound. Press the on/off power switch to turn the unit off. 5) read the results (never drink and drive). Reading what it generally means 0.02-0.03% generally no loss of coordination, slight euphoria or loss of shyness. Depressant...

  • Page 10: Error Messages

    Error messages error message cause and course of action hot the unit detected a very high alcohol concentration (above 0.400% bac). Repeat test. Erh the sensor has been exposed to pollutants or high alcohol levels. Unit requires servicing. Visit www.Q3i.Com for information on getting the unit servic...

  • Page 11: Precautions

    Precautions 1. After drinking, smoking and eating, users should wait at least 20 minutes before testing. 2. Avoid testing in strong winds, in a closed room with a heavy amount of smoke, or where a lot of alcohol is being consumed. 3. When the battery low light is glowing, replace the 9v alkaline bat...

  • Page 12: 40.

    11. The results of this device cannot be used in a court of law for evidential alcohol testing programs requiring a confirmation test pursuant to 49 cfr part 40. 12. Do not use this device as a tool to determine whether you or anyone else should operate any motor vehicle or machinery. 13. Do not dri...

  • Page 13: Accessories

    Accessories visit our online store at www.Q3ats.Com to purchase the following accessories that are available for this device: • mouthpieces • 12 volt dc adapter • wall adapter • soft carrying case • hard carrying case • wrist strap verification and calibration overview verification is a procedure usi...

  • Page 14: Limited Warranty

    Frequency of use; such as once per month if the unit is used daily. For detailed information on how to have the device re-calibrated or for technical support, please visit us online at www.Q3i.Com. Limited warranty the manufacturer warrants this device to be free from defects in workmanship or mater...

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    Incidental, indirect or special damages (including, but not limited to, lost profits) arising out of or in connection with the use, misuse or function of the unit. Some states do not allow exclusion of limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not app...

  • Page 16: Disclaimer

    Disclaimer q3i makes no warranties, expressed or implied, as to the ability of this device to determine whether a person is intoxicated, and q3i expressly disclaims any liability for incidental, special, or consequential damages of any nature. Decisions and/or actions based upon the reading of this ...

  • Page 17: After Drinking Alcohol

    Do not drink alcohol and drive always use a designated driver after drinking alcohol be safe and drink responsibly q3 innovations, llc www.Q3i.Com 14.

  • Page 18: Q3 Innovations, Llc

    ?2006 q3 innovations, llc q3 innovations, llc innovators of intelligent technology www.Q3i.Com v051906.