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- Page 1 PAS V Passive Alcohol Sensor INSTRUCTION MANUAL PAS Systems International, Inc 215 Southport Dr. Suite 400 Morrisville, NC 27560 www.pasintl.com Copyright© 2015 by PAS Systems International Inc., All Rights Reserved...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Introduction How the PAS V Works Basic Features At-A-Glance Display Initial Charging LED Flashlight Operation Sampling Interpreting the Display Low Temperature Operation Other Applications Alcohol in Enclosed Spaces Crash Victims Open Beverage Containers/Spiked Secondary Investigative Light Clearing Overloads Common Questions Dos and Don’ts... -
Page 4: Introduction
Charging System has been introduced to make in-vehicle charging more convenient, while securing the device in the vehicle. We want you to get the best possible results from your PAS V. Please take the time to study this manual and to practice using the instrument before depending on it under real-life... -
Page 5: Basic Features
Sensor Control Button: Positive feedback switch. Auto Reset/Shut off after 45 seconds or manually override by pressing and releasing switch Battery Tube: The PAS V uses a high- capacity rechargeable NiMH (no memory) battery. -
Page 6: At-A-Glance Display
AT-A-GLANCE DISPLAY PAS V provides five indicator lamps above and below the bar-graph display (see diagram below). These lamps provide useful feedback when using the flashlight or sensor. Sampling Indicator Flashlight Indicator The P light indicates The L light indicates... -
Page 7: Initial Charging
INITIAL CHARGING When you receive your PAS V and check the system, the battery may already be fully charged. Check the low battery indicator. If it is not flashing, the initializing has already been performed at the factory. You may proceed to use the PAS. - Page 8 Fault Condition If the Flashlight Switch is left in the “ON” position when placed into the charger/cradle, the YELLOW LED on the charger will begin to blink after a short period. You may not be aware the Flashlight Switch has been left in the “ON” position because the battery may be drained to a level that cannot power the flashlight lamp.
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Page 9: Led Flashlight Operation
“ON” – it will default to “HIGH” mode. Bulb Replacement You will need to replace the flashlight lamp module when it burns out. Replacement modules (including easy-to-follow instructions) are available from PAS Systems International... -
Page 10: Sampling
STEP 4: INTO POSITION For optimum results, the inlet port on the right side of the PAS V should be 5-7 inches from the subject’s mouth, and directly in front of it. Readings may be lower if it is held too far away or off to one side. - Page 11 STEP 5: SUBJECT SAMPLING Encourage conversation to ensure the subject is exhaling when the PAS V takes a sample. Summary: istance: Less than 10 inches (5-7 inches optimal) irection: Point intake port at mouth alking: Make sure subject is speaking.
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Page 12: Interpreting The Display
The purpose of the PAS V is to alert you that alcohol is present and may help you to quickly decide whether to utilize other field sobriety tests or to use an evidential breath tester in... -
Page 13: Low Temperature Operation
If the PAS V is used in still air at the optimum distance of 5-7 inches from the subject's mouth, the chart below will give you an approximate indication of the subject's breath alcohol concentration (BrAC). Roughly, the readings can be interpreted as follows: Subject MAY exceed the 0.08 or 0.10%... -
Page 14: Other Applications
You only need a few seconds to take the breath sample, and you can move away while the PAS V display is reaching its peak level. -
Page 15: Secondary Investigative Light
The PAS V readings should not be taken as an accurate indication of the strength of the drink. However, with a little experience you should be able to distinguish between beer, wine, and spirits. Take the time to practice on various drinks and develop an operating style that avoids overloading the instrument. -
Page 16: Clearing Overloads
What if the PAS V detects alcohol, but seems to be giving low readings? This problem is usually caused by using the PAS V too far from the subject's mouth, or with the inlet port off to one side (inaccurate positioning). - Page 17 Be sure to follow the Reset procedure when recharging the battery. To reset the charge, and gain up to 20-35 minutes more charge, simply remove the PAS V off of the charging cradle for a few seconds and then replace.
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Page 18: Dos And Don'ts
Allow the metal case of the flashlight to come into contact with metal parts of the vehicle when charging. Use the PAS V where it is exposed to high winds that can blow the breath sample away from the inlet port. At the side of a busy road, subjects should be checked in their vehicles whenever possible. -
Page 19: Technical Specifications
(no memory). Charging Time Approx. 3.5 hrs to recharge fully discharged batteries using the AC/DC Fast Charger Cradle Unit and the Reset procedure. Operating temperature range: 0 to 104◦F (-18 to +40◦C). The PAS V Environmental housing is weather resistant. Dimensions 12"... -
Page 20: Return, Service & Warranty
Your PAS V is a self-contained unit. Other than the batteries, there are no user-serviceable parts inside. If you conclude that your PAS V is not functioning correctly, it must be returned to PAS Systems International for service. Carefully package the unit. Place the package in a suitable shipping box and send to the address below. -
Page 21: Bibliography
BIBLIOGRAPHY Ferguson, S. A., Wells, J.K. and Lund, A.K. “The Role of Passive Alcohol Sensors in Detecting Alcohol-Impaired Drivers at Sobriety Checkpoints", Alcohol Drugs and Driving, January-March 1995. 11:23-30. Fields, M. and Hricko, A.R. "Passive Alcohol Sensors - Constitutional Implications", Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, February 1986. - Page 23 NOTES ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________...
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