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lion alcolmeter® 900
CMI intoxilyzer® 900
Instrument Version: 900 CMI
*User Handbook*
Document Ref: RM92905 (Issue: 1.0)
© 2021, Lion Laboratories Limited
Product conforms to the requirements of:
BS EN 15964:2011
AS 3547:2019

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  • Page 1 900 CMI intoxilyzer® 900 Instrument Version: 900 CMI *User Handbook* Document Ref: RM92905 (Issue: 1.0) © 2021, Lion Laboratories Limited Product conforms to the requirements of: BS EN 15964:2011 AS 3547:2019...
  • Page 2 900 User Handbook Ref: RM92905 Issue: 1.0 PLEASE... Read this handbook carefully – BEFORE using the instrument for the first time: then retain it for future reference.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    900 User Handbook Ref: RM92905 Issue: 1.0 Contents Contents ....................... 2 Glossary ......................4 Introduction ....................5 Principle of Operation ................... 5 Technical Details ................... 7 Instrument Features ................. 100 Subject Breath Test Procedure ..............167 Last Test Recall ..................244 Switch Off ....................

  • Page 4: Glossary

    900 User Handbook Ref: RM92905 Issue: 1.0 Glossary Terminology Blood Alcohol Concentration BrAC Breath Alcohol Concentration Calibration Adjusts the calibration of the instrument Adjustment Calibration Checks the calibration of the instrument Check Configuration PC application that sets up the functionality of the...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    The lion alcolmeter® 900 devices are hand-held portable instruments for fast, on the spot determination of a subject’s breath (or blood) alcohol concentration level. The 900 is the latest in the range of lion alcolmeter® instruments produced by Lion Laboratories Limited of Barry, South Wales, in the United Kingdom.
  • Page 6 To ensure repeatable and accurate results across the temperature range, ® and particularly at low temperatures, the lion alcolmeter 900 uses a heater to heat the metal sampling port and the inlet port of the fuel cell.

  • Page 7: Technical Details

    900 User Handbook Ref: RM92905 Issue: 1.0 Technical Details Factor Target Comments Not sensitive to acetone, paint and glue vapour, CO, food, sweets, methane, and Specificity Specific to alcohol non- alcoholic materials which may be found in human...
  • Page 8 900 User Handbook Ref: RM92905 Issue: 1.0 Note 2 Operating Minimum temperature Note 2 Maximum range 10 seconds From switch on at 20 C (with no data entry) Ready time From switch on at -5 <60 seconds Operating...
  • Page 9 900 User Handbook Ref: RM92905 Issue: 1.0 Instrument Without any accessories or 210g weight batteries When ready, sample taken, Audible notes Instrument will beep result displayed Radio EN 61326-1:2013 (compliance to 6GHz) frequency Compliance EN 15964:2011 (compliance to 6GHz) immunity OIML R126 Section 5.10.1.1...

  • Page 10: Instrument Features

    900 User Handbook Ref: RM92905 Issue: 1.0 Instrument Features Mouthpiece port illumination Please note the following features of the instrument: 1 – Disposable mouthpiece 5 – Left button (L) 2 – Light sensor for display 6 – Right button (R) backlight 7 –...
  • Page 11 ON. To do this, simply press and hold for 2 seconds, then release. Confirmation / Action Button (C), is also used at certain stages in the lion alcolmeter® 900 operation, to select menu options and to power down the instrument.
  • Page 12 900 User Handbook Ref: RM92905 Issue: 1.0 Graphics display The display prompts the operator during the subject breath test procedure and displays the subject’s breath alcohol reading. In the banner at the top of the display are icons, indicating the instrument’s status.
  • Page 13 900 User Handbook Ref: RM92905 Issue: 1.0 Disposable Mouthpiece The disposable mouthpiece is supplied packed in individual, hygienic wrappers. These are easy to tear open or pop to access the mouthpiece. The mouthpiece contains unique features that make it easy to use. It has...
  • Page 14 900 User Handbook Ref: RM92905 Issue: 1.0 The restrictor ensures that the subject cannot blow too hard and affect the quality of the sample. The restrictor also makes it easier for the subject to provide a consistent breath sample. A disposable mouthpiece fitted with a non-return valve prevents the subject from sucking breath through the mouthpiece.
  • Page 15 900 User Handbook Ref: RM92905 Issue: 1.0 Power unit The power unit is located in the rear of the instrument. It holds 4 x AA alkaline batteries. The low power warning message appears when there is enough power for approximately twenty further breath tests (depending on conditions of usage).

  • Page 16: Subject Breath Test Procedure

    900 User Handbook Ref: RM92905 Issue: 1.0 Subject Breath Test Procedure Step by Step STEP 1 – Preliminary questions to the subject As far as possible, ensure the subject has taken nothing by mouth (alcoholic or otherwise) in the last twenty minutes, and has not smoked in the last two minutes.
  • Page 17 900 User Handbook Ref: RM92905 Issue: 1.0 The Mouthpiece Test option allows the Operator to perform an active breath test using a mouthpiece to obtain a subject sample. The Cup Test option allows the Operator to perform a passive breath test using a sample cup to obtain a subject sample.
  • Page 18 900 User Handbook Ref: RM92905 Issue: 1.0 STEP 4 – Test Preparation Mouthpiece Test – allows the user to carry out a test with a mouthpiece. To carry out a test using a mouthpiece, proceed as follows; below.
  • Page 19 900 User Handbook Ref: RM92905 Issue: 1.0 To carry out tests using a cup, select the cup test option. If this option does not appear automatically, scroll through the OPERATOR MENU options by pressing the Left or Right buttons.
  • Page 20 Configurable Sample Options. STEP 7 – Analysis and alcohol reading The fuel cell sensor in the lion alcolmeter® 900, in addition to its controlling electronics and software-based systems, will now determine the alcohol level in the specimen. The result will then be displayed, as will the time and date when the specimen was actually taken.
  • Page 21 900 User Handbook Ref: RM92905 Issue: 1.0 The indication lights to the left of the display will show how the test result fits within the instrument’s pre-configured bands. Green indicates “PASS”, amber indicates “WARN” and red indicates “FAIL”.
  • Page 22 900 User Handbook Ref: RM92905 Issue: 1.0 The Breath Test Procedure Summarised STEP ACTION Ask preliminary questions Switch On the instrument Select New function Attach a new mouthpiece or cup Instruct the subject Take breath specimen Note alcohol reading...
  • Page 23 900 User Handbook Ref: RM92905 Issue: 1.0 If the subject sucks back whilst the instrument is taking the sample, in such a way that it could affect the analytical result, then a sample is not taken and the display shows the following warning: In all instances, the instrument will reset and display again that it is ready.

  • Page 24: Last Test Recall

    900 User Handbook Ref: RM92905 Issue: 1.0 Manual Breath Sampling If enabled, it is possible to take a manual sample of the sample provided by the subject. With the screen in the READY mode, instruct the subject to provide the sample.

  • Page 25: Supervisor Menu

    Confirm / Action button (C) until the above display occurs. Supervisor Menu The lion alcolmeter® 900 can be configured to give the operator access to the SUPERVISOR MENU by selecting this option using the Confirm / Action Button (C).
  • Page 26 900 User Handbook Ref: RM92905 Issue: 1.0 In the SUPERVISOR MENU the operator can access the following options: • Calibration check • Calibration adjustment • Wireless • Set time and date • Set Language (English, French, German, Italian & Spanish) •...
  • Page 27 CHECKED periodically, such as every three months. The CHECK procedure is carried out using a known alcohol concentration reference standard; this can be obtained from the local Lion distributor. Instrument calibration ADJUSTMENT is needed when the CHECK procedure produces a reading that is greater or less than 0.03 mg/L from...
  • Page 28 Calibration CHECK Option This mode enables the operator to take the gas sample manually, irrespective of how the lion alcolmeter® 900 is set up for breath analysis. The Calibration CHECK Mode also ensures the instrument is in its proper temperature range for checking purposes. A screen message will appear if its temperature is below +15°C or higher than +30°C.
  • Page 29 900. This mouthpiece MUST be DRY: do NOT blow through it! Push the lipped end of the mouthpiece on the lion alcolmeter® 900 over ® the Connector Tube, to form a tight fit. Hold down the AlcoCal control button to allow gas to flow through the mouthpiece.
  • Page 30 900 User Handbook Ref: RM92905 Issue: 1.0 What Is An Acceptable CHECK Value? A satisfactory CHECK result is generally one that is within ±0.03mg/L of the ® value of the AlcoCal gas standard. If the alcohol value of the standard is 0.35mg/L, a CHECK result between 0.32 and 0.38mg/L inclusive would be acceptable.
  • Page 31 User Handbook Ref: RM92905 Issue: 1.0 7. Before returning the lion alcolmeter® 900 to service, the operator may wish to verify the calibration, by using the Check procedure again. This will confirm that the above adjustment process has been carried out satisfactorily.
  • Page 32 900 User Handbook Ref: RM92905 Issue: 1.0 Switch on your Bluetooth printer, use the Right button to move down to the next symbol and press button (C) in order for the instrument to search for the printer. Once located the display will indicate the printer details as...
  • Page 33 Use button (C) to select this and send the following three line test print to the printer. >>>> LION 900 TEST BT PRINT 000114 >>>> Now that the instrument is paired to the printer the results of breath tests using a mouthpiece or cup and calibration checks will be printed. A printed copy of all these types of results and calibration adjustments can be retrieved from the instrument database.
  • Page 34 900 User Handbook Ref: RM92905 Issue: 1.0 The display as shown indicates that the instrument is ready to be used with the AlcoHub Cloud application, if the second menu symbol indicates the instrument is setup to work with a printer then the Right button should be used to highlight the PRINTER symbol and button (C) used to change the setting to the CLOUD symbol.
  • Page 35 900 User Handbook Ref: RM92905 Issue: 1.0 Set Time and Date Selecting this option allows the operator to adjust the time and date on the instrument. The screen initially allows the user to adjust the date using the buttons to determine the correct number and then selecting it.
  • Page 36 900 User Handbook Ref: RM92905 Issue: 1.0 Use the Left button to return to the SUPERVISOR MENU. Database Selecting this option provides access to the log of test results, calibration checks and adjustments. On access the screen will display the latest...

  • Page 37: Exit

    900 User Handbook Ref: RM92905 Issue: 1.0 Switch Off This option is provided in the SUPERVISOR MENU for powering down the instrument. Use the button (C) to select this option in order to shut down the instrument after use. The power symbol will be displayed before the instrument switches off.

  • Page 38: Other Instrument Functions

    Other Instrument Functions The auto power down function If the lion alcolmeter® 900 is left switched on but no action is taken, it will automatically switch itself off after five minutes, to conserve battery life. This is preceded by a series of five warning beeps.

  • Page 39: Warning Messages

    Issue: 1.0 Internal GPS The lion alcolmeter® 900 is fitted with an internal GPS module. This will automatically power up at switch-on and initiate the process of acquiring a GPS coordinate fix. Whilst trying to obtain a fix, the data acquisition symbol will flash in the top toolbar.

  • Page 40: Care And Maintenance

    900 User Handbook Ref: RM92905 Issue: 1.0 instrument will display an error code. If an error code is shown, the instrument should be returned to the supervisor. Care and maintenance To ensure optimum performance, follow these simple instructions: •...

  • Page 41: System Configuration

    Ref: RM92905 Issue: 1.0 System Configuration The lion alcolmeter® 900 is a highly configurable instrument. The configuration is performed using a PC application that connects to the instrument using a USB-C cable. The instrument is configured with the agreed Customer settings prior to leaving the factory.

  • Page 42: Dos And Don'ts

    If necessary, wait a minute or so before proceeding to take the breath sample, after any such action by the subject. DO NOT...Store the lion alcolmeter® 900 in extremes of temperature, hot or cold. DO NOT...Subject the lion alcolmeter® 900 to violent shock.

  • Page 43: Appendix I: Supplier's Details

    900 User Handbook Ref: RM92905 Issue: 1.0 Appendix I: Supplier’s Details Lion’s exclusive distributor and service support company is:...

  • Page 44: Appendix Ii: Manufacturer's Details

    900 User Handbook Ref: RM92905 Issue: 1.0 Appendix II: Manufacturer’s Details Mail Lion Laboratories Limited Ty Verlon Industrial Estate Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, CF63 2BE United Kingdom Telephone (main switchboard) +44 1446 724500 Telephone (technical service) +44 1446 749562...

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