Summary of CA2010
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Owner’s manual © 2010 q3 innovations v112410 ca2010
Page 2: Table of Contents
Table of contents introduction .................................................................................1 intended use .......................................................................................1 overview...............................................................................
Page 3: Introduction
Introduction intended use this breath alcohol tester is intended to measure alcohol in human breath. Readings from this device are used to determine alcohol intoxication. The accuracy of this device has been proven at a blood alcohol concentration (bac) of 0.008 and 0.032. Accuracy at a bac greater ...
Page 4: Bac
2 bac dose-specific effects 1 0.020-0.039% 2 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. Lo...
Page 5: Preparation
3 preparation installing the battery apply a small amount of pressure on the battery cover located on the back of the unit. Push down and slide away from the unit to release the cover. Install one (1) 9v alkaline battery and slide cover back in place. Inserting a new mouthpiece insert a new mouthpie...
Page 6: Components Diagram
4 components diagram ca2010 digital alcohol detector 0 . 00 % result mouthpiece breath out do not cover while testing on/off power switch dc adapter socket battery compartment cover (back) display window.
Page 7: Operation
5 operation wait 20 minutes after the test subject smokes, eats, or drinks alcohol before testing. Failure to wait 20 minutes can give inaccurate bac readings and harm the sensor. Step 1) insert a new mouthpiece each time you test another individual. Step 2) slide up and hold the on/off power switch...
Page 8: Read The Results
6 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 health conditions. Only use this device to screen for the presence ...
Page 9: Precautions
7 precautions 1. Wait at least 20 minutes after drinking, smoking and eating before testing. 2. Do not test in strong winds or in a closed room with smoke or alcohol present. 3. When the unit displays “bat”, install one (1) new 9v alkaline battery. 4. Do not blow smoke, food or liquid into the unit....
Page 10: Specifications
8 specifications dimensions 4.88” x 2.19” x .75” (12.4 cm x 5.6 cm x 1.9 cm) weight 2.2 oz (63 g) without battery; 3.7 oz (105 g) with battery housing shock resistant, molded plastic power supply one (1) 9v alkaline battery battery life 200 - 300 tests 1 sensor technology sensitive semiconductor sen...
Page 11: Single Beep.
9 step 2) wait until the unit displays “ready cal” and you hear a single beep. Step 3) take a deep breath and blow steadily (for at least 5 seconds) until a double beep sounds to signal completion of the testing. Do not cover the breath out hole. Step 4) wait approximately 5 seconds until the unit d...
Page 12: A Technician Should
10 if the unit is providing inconsistent results or unusually high or low readings, the unit may need calibration. A technician should recalibrate this unit at least every six to twelve months. More frequent calibrations may be required depending on frequency of use; such as once per month if the un...
Page 13: Disclaimer
11 for shipping the unit to us. 3. You must enclose the following with the unit: a. The completed rma form (available at www.Alcohawk.Com/support) b. Your name, return address and description of the problem. (no po box) c. Your phone number to reach you during the day. D. A copy of your sales receip...
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12 tampering, misuse, flood, fire, earthquake or other external causes; (b) to consequences caused by operating the product outside the permitted or intended uses described by q3i; (c) to consequences caused by service performed by anyone who is not a representative of q3i or a q3i authorized servic...
Page 15: After Drinking Alcohol
13 some countries, states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or allow limitations on how long an implied warranty or condition may last, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal righ...
Page 16: Q3 Innovations
? 2010 q3 innovations v112410 q3 innovations personal safety & monitoring devices 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. Alcohawk .Com.