Intoximeters Alco-Sensor FST Operator's Manual
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- Page 1 ® Alco-Sensor FST Operator Manual Intoximeters, Inc. St. Louis Missouri Manual Part Number: 26-0140-00 Alco-Sensor FST Operator Manual, Page 1 of 33, 11/30/2017...
- Page 2 This manual is not intended to supersede the guidelines set forth by the regulatory authority. Intoximeters, Inc. offers technical support for users who wish to consult us or need maintenance or repair service.
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Page 3: Alco-Sensor Fst
If the product, under warranty, is returned to an Intoximeters Authorized Service Center and, upon examination, it is determined to be defective, Intoximeters Authorized Sales/Service Outlet obligation is limited to repair, replacement or refund of purchase price. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Drink Sniffer/Mouthpiece (23-0190-00) Passive Sample Cup (23-0130-00) Display ON Button OFF Button Batteries Accessing Pass Code Features SECTION IV CONDUCTING A SUBJECT TEST Initial Preparation Operator Training Preconditions for Conducting a Test Alco-Sensor FST Operator Manual, Page 4 of 33, 11/30/2017... - Page 5 SECTION VI TROUBLE SHOOTING & TECHNICAL SUPPORT Trouble Shooting Aborting a Test E11 - Blank Test is not Successful E06 - Insufficient Breath Sample Improper Breath Sample Low Battery Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) Sensor Alco-Sensor FST Operator Manual, Page 5 of 33, 11/30/2017...
- Page 6 E09 & E10 Temperature of Instrument too high or too low Time Outs Pass Code Features Status Messages Frequently Asked Questions Factory Support and Repair Shipping Methods and Instructions Shipping Product to the Customer Shipping Product to Factory for Repair Alco-Sensor FST Operator Manual, Page 6 of 33, 11/30/2017...
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Page 7: Section I Introduction
A disposable mouthpiece, two AA batteries, and a calibration standard are the only items necessary to keep the Alco-Sensor FST operational. Two AA batteries should run well in excess of 1000 tests. Under normal operating conditions, little more than routine maintenance checks are all that is required to keep your Alco-Sensor FST operational. -
Page 8: Storage
ALCO-SENSOR FST exposure of the Alco-Sensor FST to some of these types of environmental factors may shorten the life of various components. The Alco-Sensor FST is designed for all-weather operation; however, the instrument itself must be within the proper temperature range to initiate a test sequence. (The Alco-Sensor FST is generally set up to operate at instrument temperatures of 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)). -
Page 9: Section Ii Operating Principles
Acquired Tolerance is a person’s ability to mask the impairing effects of alcohol; it can be learned experientially. Body Tolerance is related to physical factors, (i.e. body size, food in the stomach). Both types of tolerance affect how an individual will respond to a given amount of alcohol. Alco-Sensor FST Operator Manual, Page 9 of 33, 11/30/2017... -
Page 10: Theory And Design Of The Alco-Sensor Fst
Porous Substrate The Alco-Sensor FST fuel cell responds to alcohol in the human breath. It will not respond to acetone which may be found in the breath of a diabetic, dieter or highly exercised individual. In fact, it has no significant cross sensitivity to any known substance that might be found in a living human subject after a 15-minute deprivation period. -
Page 11: Section Iii Components And Functions
(see also Status Message, page 22). Depending upon the version of the Alco-Sensor FST, the result may be displayed in two digits, three digits or 0 (Zero), PAS (Pass), CAU (Caution), FAıl (Fail), and the unit of measure may or may not be displayed. -
Page 12: On Button
(see also: Options/Features and Maintenance Menu, page 10). Batteries The battery cover is located on the base of the Alco-Sensor FST. Two AA batteries should run well in excess of 1000 tests at room temperature. When changing batteries always replace both batteries. -
Page 13: Section Iv Conducting A Subject Test
The results from a properly calibrated Alco-Sensor FST are no better than the quality of the sample collected. A deep lung sample is essential to produce a breath alcohol reading that will correlate with the alcohol concentration of the blood. The Alco-Sensor FST sampling system is designed to ensure that a deep lung sample is collected for analysis. -
Page 14: Preparing The Operator For A Test
(Air Blank Out of Range Message) is displayed and the test sequence is aborted. Depending upon the version of the Alco-Sensor FST, the blank test may or may not be displayed. However, a failed blank test will always be indicated with an error message (E 11) followed by the test sequence being discontinued. -
Page 15: Instrument Operating Features
RESULT Depending upon the version of the Alco-Sensor FST, the result may be displayed in two digits, three digits or 0 (Zero), PAS (Pass), CAU (Caution), FAıl (Fail), and the unit of measure may or may not be displayed. -
Page 16: Manual Sampling
Allows the operator to view the Displayed Software Revision Note: Certain versions of the Alco-Sensor FST have a pass code or security feature on some menu functions. If you access a menu function and the instrument does not operate according to the instructions in this manual, contact your Supervisor. -
Page 17: Test Recall (Rcl)
Depending upon the version of the Alco-Sensor FST, the result may be displayed in two digits, three digits or 0 (Zero), PAS (Pass), CAU (Caution), FAıl (Fail), and the unit of measure may or may not be displayed. - Page 18 Passive Mode with “ ” flashing. The drink sniffer adapter allows the inlet port of the Alco-Sensor FST to extend beyond the body of the instrument and provide better access for sampling the alcohol vapor that sits just above the liquid in a glass. Proper use of the ‘drink sniffer’...
- Page 19 Passive Mode with “ ” flashing. In order to capture a sample, place the Alco-Sensor FST without the Passive Sampling Cup attached as near to the subject as possible (preferably near his nose or mouth) and press the button to capture a sample for analysis.
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Page 20: Road Block Test Mode / Quick Screen Test (Rbl)
Note: Certain versions of the Alco-Sensor FST have a pass code or security feature on some menu functions. If you access a menu function and the instrument does not operate according to the instructions in this manual, contact your Supervisor. - Page 21 “- _ _ “, “_ - _”, _ _ -” is scrolled across the display. At the end of the analysis a result will be displayed. Depending upon the version of the Alco-Sensor FST, the result may be displayed in two digits, three digits or 0 (Zero), PAS (Pass), CAU (Caution), FAı...
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Page 22: Section V Administrative / Maintenance Functions
When performing an accuracy check, if the result of the accuracy check is within an acceptable tolerance of the stated value of the standard, the Alco-Sensor FST is considered calibrated. If the reading is not within the acceptable tolerance the Alco-Sensor FST must have its calibration adjusted. Only Intoximeters approved standards (dry or wet) gas samples with a known expected ethanol concentration should be used to perform the accuracy check or calibration procedure. -
Page 23: Approved Wet Bath Simulator (Standard)
TRUE-CAL II (presumably the “sea level” value of the dry gas calibration standard being utilized which appears on the label of all Intoximeters approved dry gas cylinders). The correction factor is based upon the local pressure as a percentage of the barometric pressure at sea level (at standard atmosphere). -
Page 24: Accuracy Check Intervals
5% whichever is greater, to ± .010 g/210L or ± 10% whichever is greater. Intoximeters has set a factory standard for accuracy checks run directly following a calibration. The factory standard states: the tolerance range for the expected value of the required accuracy check run directly following a calibration should be no greater than ±... -
Page 25: Performing An Accuracy Check
If the result is within the required tolerances, the procedure is completed. Note: Depending upon the version of the Alco-Sensor FST, the result may be displayed in two or three digits and the unit of measure may or may not be displayed. -
Page 26: Unit Temperature
(ASFST standard software requires a calibration alcohol concentration between .015 - .200) • Calibration logbook Note: Depending upon the version of the Alco-Sensor FST, the result may be displayed in two or three digits and the unit of measure may or may not be displayed. -
Page 27: Battery Replacement Procedure
After replacing the batteries, always power the instrument ON to verify proper installation – if the ASFST does not power ON immediately remove the batteries and reinstall correctly or replace with a new set. Alco-Sensor FST Operator Manual, Page 27 of 33, 11/30/2017... -
Page 28: Section Vi Trouble Shooting & Technical Support
Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) Sensor The Alco-Sensor FST has been designed to be immune to RFI. This immunity has been tested and the ASFST found to meet International EMC requirements by internationally accredited test houses in the USA and Europe. In addition, an RFI detection function is also built into the ASFST instrument. -
Page 29: Time Outs
30 seconds before the test is aborted and the instrument powers down. If the Alco-Sensor FST is being used in the passive mode, and no test is performed for 120 seconds the instrument will power off. -
Page 30: Frequently Asked Questions
Supervisor. Frequently Asked Questions Q: After a fifteen-minute deprivation period does the Alco-Sensor FST respond to anything other than alcohol found in the human breath? A: The Alco-Sensor FST responds only to alcohol. It does not respond to acetone or hydrocarbons, which also might be present in the breath. -
Page 31: Factory Support And Repair
Shipping Product to Factory for Repair When returning a product to Intoximeters for repair the product must be sent to the Intoximeters service center with an RMA sheet, which you can obtain from our website (www.intox.com/forms_apps.asp) or request by calling customer service (314/429/4000). - Page 32 ALCO-SENSOR FST Alco-Sensor FST Operator Manual, Page 32 of 33, 11/30/2017...
- Page 33 TROUBLE SHOOTING & TECH SUPPORT Intoximeters 2081 Craig Road • St. Louis, Missouri 63146 USA (314) 429-4000 • (800) 451-8639 (USA Only) • (314) 429-4170 (fax) Alco-Sensor FST Operator Manual, Page 33 of 33, 11/30/2017...
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