Summary of AlcoHAWK Precision
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Owner’s manual v022510 © 2010 q3 innovations.
Page 2: Table of Contents
Table of contents introduction 1 intended use 1 overview 1 effects of alcohol 1 preparation 3 installing the battery 3 inserting a mouthpiece 4 components diagram 4 operation 5 read the results 6 error messages 6 precautions 7 specifications 8 accessories 9 calibration 9 warranty 9 disclaimer 10
Page 3: Introduction
1 introduction intended use this breath alcohol tester is intended to measure alcohol in human breath. Readings from this device are used to determine alcohol intoxi- cation. The accuracy of this device has been proven at a blood alcohol concentration (bac) of 0.008 and 0.032. Accuracy at a bac grea...
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Bac dose-specific effects 0.020-0.039% 1 generally no loss of coordination. Slight joy or loss of shyness. Depressant effects are not clear. 0.040-0.069% general feelings of well-being, relaxation, shyness is reduced and sensation of warmth. Joy. Some minor impairment of reasoning and memory. Loweri...
Page 5: Preparation
Preparation installing the battery apply a small amount of pressure on the battery cover located on the back of the unit and push down and away from the unit to release the cover. Use only 9 volt alkaline batteries. See the following diagram. 3 battery cover indentation 9 volt battery battery cover ...
Page 6: Components Diagram
Components diagram 4 inserting a mouthpiece insert the mouthpiece firmly into the hole located on the top of the left side of the unit. A gap of approximately 1/2 cm will remain between the larger portion of the mouthpiece and the side of the unit. See diagram below. Mouthpiece led display exhaust p...
Page 7: Operation
5 operation operating instructions wait 20 minutes after the subject smokes, eats or drinks before testing. Failure to wait 20 minutes can give inaccurate bac read- ings and harm the sensor. Step 1) insert a new mouthpiece each time you perform a test. Step 2) if it has been more than 24 hours since...
Page 8: Read The Results
Step 6) for more testing, wait one (1) minute and repeat steps 1 – 5. Read the results the result is an estimate of the subject’s bac. A breath alcohol tester cannot determine the exact bac in the blood of the subject. Correlation between brac and bac depends on many factors, such as temperature and...
Page 9: Precautions
Error message cause and course of action rep the unit is signifying to repeat the test because the unit did not detect an even alcohol concentration in the breath sample. This can occur if the user varies the blowing force when performing a test or if the exhaust port (see components diagram) is obs...
Page 10: Specifications
8 7. Avoid testing in the presence of any liquids that contain any kind of alcohol or acetone. They may interfere with the results of the test. 8. Conditions that increase the amount of ketones on the breath, such as diabetes and low caloric intake, may cause a false positive test. (i.E., showing a ...
Page 11: Accessories
9 accessories visit our online store at www.Q3ats.Com to purchase the following ac- cessories. • mouthpieces • wall adapter • leather carrying bag • hard case calibration calibration of the alcohawk ® precision occurs during manufacturing using advanced alcohol simulation equipment. The manufacturer...
Page 12: Disclaimer
The warranty covers parts and labor on covered repairs and ground freight back to the customer (usa only). Except as pro- vided above, q3i provides this product “as is.” if a defect arises and q3i receives a valid claim within the war- ranty period, at its option, q3i will either (1) repair the prod...
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Alcohol including whether the test subject is intoxicated, under any definition of that word. Q3i expressly disclaims any liability for incidental, special, or consequential damages of any nature under any legal theory. Any act or failure to act based upon a reading from this product is at the test ...
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To the repair or replacement service as determined by q3i in its sole discretion. Q3i does not authorize any q3i reseller, agent, or employee to make any modification, extension, or addition to this warranty. If anyone deter- mines any terms to be illegal or unenforceable, the legality or enforce- a...
Page 15: After Drinking Alcohol
Do not drink alcohol and drive always use a designated driver after drinking alcohol be safe and drink responsibly.
Page 16: Q3 Innovations
Q3 innovations personal safety and monitoring devices v022510 © 2010 q3 innovations 2349 jamestown ave., suite #4 • independence, ia 50644 tel: 888-399-1687 • fax: 319-334-3421 sales email: sales@q3i.Com • service email: service@q3i.Com www. Q3i .Com.