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® Ignition Interlock L250 Ignition Interlock User’s Guide (With or without camera) Also available in Spanish & French ® Ignition Interlock www.LifeSafer.com To schedule your service appointment or for 24-hour emergency service. Call 855-710-2423 2031159-3_B1_GV_ L250 ClientHandbook_EN.indd 1 2031159-3_B1_GV_ L250 ClientHandbook_EN.indd 1...
How the Camera Works ........................4 Taking a Test ............................5 Engine Stall Protect ...........................9 Menu Options .............................9 Troubleshooting ..........................11 Service/Monitoring Appointments ..................13 Proper Care and Use ........................16 2031159-3_B1_GV_ L250 ClientHandbook_EN.indd 3 2031159-3_B1_GV_ L250 ClientHandbook_EN.indd 3 5/8/20 4:16 PM 5/8/20 4:16 PM...
Today, you will be trained on the proper use of the LifeSafer L250 IID. Your service provider will also confirm the date of your first service appointment.
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THE L250 IGNITION INTERLOCK DEVICE HANDSET MOUTHPIECE MOUTHPIECE RECEPTACLE (Located under mouthpiece) UP BUTTON DISPLAY RIGHT BUTTON LEFT BUTTON DOWN BUTTON COIL CORD CONNECTOR CAMERA * See page 17 for FCC compliance information. 2031159-3_B1_GV_ L250 ClientHandbook_EN.indd 5 2031159-3_B1_GV_ L250 ClientHandbook_EN.indd 5...
You will have 60 seconds to take a test before the device will automatically power down. To manually power down the device, press and hold the Up or Down button for 3 seconds. POWER ON WELCOME WARNING 2031159-3_B1_GV_ L250 ClientHandbook_EN.indd 6 2031159-3_B1_GV_ L250 ClientHandbook_EN.indd 6 5/8/20 4:16 PM 5/8/20 4:16 PM...
Camera Dislodge The camera is equipped with a heavy-duty suction device that can withstand high temperatures. If the camera falls off the windshield for any reason, contact LifeSafer at 855-710-2423 for further instructions. 2031159-3_B1_GV_ L250 ClientHandbook_EN.indd 7 2031159-3_B1_GV_ L250 ClientHandbook_EN.indd 7...
The tone will stop when you have provided a sufficient sample. The wait screen will appear while the device analyzes your breath sample. 2031159-3_B1_GV_ L250 ClientHandbook_EN.indd 8 2031159-3_B1_GV_ L250 ClientHandbook_EN.indd 8 5/8/20 4:16 PM 5/8/20 4:16 PM...
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However, should your breath alcohol content rise while you are driving you may fail subsequent retests. 2031159-3_B1_GV_ L250 ClientHandbook_EN.indd 9 2031159-3_B1_GV_ L250 ClientHandbook_EN.indd 9 5/8/20 4:16 PM 5/8/20 4:16 PM...
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Typically your first retest will be shortly after the vehicle is started and at random intervals thereafter. In between retests the devices screen will continuously display “DRIVE SAFE”. 2031159-3_B1_GV_ L250 ClientHandbook_EN.indd 10 2031159-3_B1_GV_ L250 ClientHandbook_EN.indd 10 5/8/20 4:16 PM 5/8/20 4:16 PM...
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A failed retest may result in a violation and an Early Recall (see page 15) SAFETY BRIEFING Always exercise safety first. You should safely exit traffic and stop your vehicle before taking a test. 2031159-3_B1_GV_ L250 ClientHandbook_EN.indd 11 2031159-3_B1_GV_ L250 ClientHandbook_EN.indd 11 5/8/20 4:16 PM 5/8/20 4:16 PM...
Right buttons below the screen. Once the Settings screen is displayed you can use the Up and Down button to choose the setting you would like to change. 2031159-3_B1_GV_ L250 ClientHandbook_EN.indd 12 2031159-3_B1_GV_ L250 ClientHandbook_EN.indd 12 5/8/20 4:16 PM 5/8/20 4:16 PM...
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MENU OPTIONS PRE-SET WARM UP TIMES: You can preprogram your LifeSafer Ignition Interlock for up to three warm-up times that will get the unit ready and keep it that way for up to 1 hour. This means when you are ready, so is your interlock.
This abort explanation means that the breath sample delivered was insufficient. The Blow Softer abort occurs when you are blowing too hard. Blow softer when you retest. 2031159-3_B1_GV_ L250 ClientHandbook_EN.indd 14 2031159-3_B1_GV_ L250 ClientHandbook_EN.indd 14 5/8/20 4:16 PM 5/8/20 4:16 PM...
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You will need to recharge or replace the battery to ensure that the device continues to work effectively. Contact LifeSafer BEFORE you attempt any work on your vehicle, including work on the battery. Failure to do so may result in the device reading a Tamper violation.
Lockout • Failure to pay for program services provided • Failure to meet any other terms and conditions of the Interlock Program 2031159-3_B1_GV_ L250 ClientHandbook_EN.indd 16 2031159-3_B1_GV_ L250 ClientHandbook_EN.indd 16 5/8/20 4:16 PM 5/8/20 4:16 PM...
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If this happens you will need to call your service provider to obtain a Lockout Override code, or have your vehicle towed at your expense. 2031159-3_B1_GV_ L250 ClientHandbook_EN.indd 17 2031159-3_B1_GV_ L250 ClientHandbook_EN.indd 17 5/8/20 4:16 PM...
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• Use of the code will temporarily lift the lockout, as defined by your jurisdiction, and will allow normal operation of the device and vehicle. • You must call LifeSafer at 855-710-2423 for the code. 2031159-3_B1_GV_ L250 ClientHandbook_EN.indd 18 2031159-3_B1_GV_ L250 ClientHandbook_EN.indd 18...
Early Service Recall and an unscheduled visit to the service provider at your expense. If your car battery is weak or old, ask your LifeSafer Service Provider what your jurisdiction’s regulations are for having it replaced. Since all power disconnects are recorded and reported, you must document each time the battery is disconnected, or the device is disconnected from power.
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Consult a dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for assistance Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 2031159-3_B1_GV_ L250 ClientHandbook_EN.indd 20 2031159-3_B1_GV_ L250 ClientHandbook_EN.indd 20 5/8/20 4:16 PM 5/8/20 4:16 PM...
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