DO, Who or letter Z as you blow. • The Handset display will change to ANALYZE. If your test result was successful “PASS START CAR”. You will have 30 seconds to turn the display will change to the ignition on. AMS 2000 USER GUIDE...
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TIME TO TEST • If the display shows “ABORT”, the most likely causes are: 1. Not blowing hard enough 2. Blowing too hard 3. Not blowing long enough 4. Not humming correctly • If the display shows “FAIL” the device has detected the presence of alcohol. Wait for the device to reset before attempting another test.
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• When reconnected the Handset should beep. Push the power button. The display should show “WARMING UP, PLEASE WAIT, SERV #”. If this does not occur disconnect the Handset for 2 minutes and try again. AMS 2000 USER GUIDE...
SERVICE REQUIREMENTS SERVICE AND CALIBRATION • The device needs to be serviced and calibrated every 30 - 60 days, depending on state law. “SERV#” • Each time you power up your Handset it will display days which represents the number of days you have until you’re next scheduled service appointment.
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Handset is your responsibility. VEHICLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM The AMS 2000 Interlock operates using your car’s electrical system. If your vehicle has electrical issues (poor voltage or faulty charging system) you must have them corrected before installation. Power issues can damage the system,...
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TIPS AND PROPER CARE MOUTHPIECES EXTREMELY It is important that the mouthpiece is dry before you attempt to deliver a test. • You will be given several mouthpieces at the time of your enrollment in the program. More mouthpieces are available upon request. •...
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It is recommended, where permitted, that you get your unrestricted driver’s license prior to the interlock system removal from your vehicle. In some states you must come in for a Pre-Removal data download before removal is granted by the monitoring authority. AMS 2000 USER GUIDE...
TIPS AND PROPER CARE IMPORTANT TIPS • The AMS device will register a failed test if products with alcohol are introduced into or near the device. You are ultimately responsible for any fails regardless of the source. If you fail the breath test and don’t know why, rinse your mouth with water and take 2 cleansing breaths before you test again.
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2OOO The Guardian AMS 2000 Display uses simple text commands for easy to read clarity.
BELOW IS A DESCRIPTION OF EACH TEXT MESSAGE. LED DISPLAY DESCRIPTION WARM UP Wait - the device is preparing PLEASE WAIT to accept a breath test. SERV# DAYS BLOW NOW The device is ready to accept a breath test. Blow into the mouthpiece for about 5 seconds.
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