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- Page 1 SAF’IR EVOLUTION EVIDENTIAL ANALYSER Instruction manual...
- Page 2 SAF’IR EVOLUTION PORTABLE ETHYLOMETRE CERTIFIED ACCORDING TO THE OIML R 126...
- Page 3 Centro Español de Metrología C/ Alfar, 2 – 28760 Tres Cantos Madrid SPAIN ACS, ALCOHOL COUNTERMEASURE SYSTEMS, SAF’IR and the “Molly” are trademarks of Alcohol Countermeasure Systems (International) Inc. and are used under license. Alcohol Countermeasure Systems is the trading style of Alcohol Countermeasure Systems (International) Inc.
- Page 5 The SAF’IR EVOLUTION is a portable ethylometre that is certified according to the International Recommendation R.126 of the International Organization of Legal Metrology concerning ethylometres, 1998 Edition. The SAF’IR EVOLUTION measures the concentration of ethanol in exhaled breath. Numerous studies carried out worldwide have shown that the ratio of blood alcohol concentration (BAC) to exhaled alveolar breath alcohol concentration (BrAC) is a constant.
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety and precautions................ 1 Validity label ..................2 Seal ..................... 2 Using the SAF’IR Evolution ..............3 First use ....................3 Power up sequence................4 Inserting the mouthpiece ..............5 Test ...................... 5 Notes ....................8 Turning off ..................10 Measurement principle .............. - Page 7 Measuring range ................20 Results ....................20 Date and time format ................. 20 Troubleshooting ..................21 Error messages ................. 21 Warranty .................... 21 Maintenance ..................21 Recycling ................... 22 ACS and the environment ..............22...
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Page 8: Safety And Precautions
SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONS Take the following precautions to ensure smooth and uninterrupted use of the SAF’IR EVOLUTION: • Use this device for its intended purpose only • Do not open the SAF’IR EVOLUTION’s case or the printer (when provided). Doing so will void the warranty and may also damage the internal components •... -
Page 9: Validity Label
VALIDITY LABEL The validity label confirms that the initial or periodic verification has been performed by an authorized laboratory and notes the verification expiry date. The label is placed on the right side of the instrument and is to be removed only at an authorized laboratory. -
Page 10: Using The Saf'ir Evolution
USING THE SAF’IR EVOLUTION FIRST USE Ensure that the battery is fully charged before using the device for the first time. Use the AC adapter provided to recharge the battery, as shown below: Connect to the main supply SAF’IR EVOLUTION... -
Page 11: Power Up Sequence
POWER UP SEQUENCE Press the start button The screen illuminates and displays the ACS logo. The name of the device and version number are displayed. The application initializes. The calibration validity and last verification date are displayed. The measuring chamber warms up. -
Page 12: Inserting The Mouthpiece
INSERTING THE MOUTHPIECE When the instrument is ready for a test, remove a new mouthpiece from its wrapper and insert it as shown below: Insert the mouthpiece into the sampling port on the upper left part of the device. Slide the mouthpiece into place and turn it slightly, if necessary. - Page 13 The device simulated absorption at a concentration close to the selected limit. The value is measured. The sampling pump activates to purge the measuring chamber. The base line is measured. A countdown and Blow will be displayed. Blow into the mouthpiece with sufficient flow until the tone ends.
- Page 14 The sampling pump activates to purge the measuring chamber. The base line is measured. A countdown and Blow will be displayed. Blow into the mouthpiece with sufficient flow until the tone ends. The operational check cycle is completed. The sampling pump activates to purge the measuring chamber.
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Page 15: Notes
The internal check is confirmed. The test is valid. The results are within the range of tolerance. The results are displayed and recorded. Press the start button to exit the screen. NOTES After each measurement, the SAF’IR EVOLUTION checks internal components and the validity of the measurement cycle. - Page 16 The test cycle will be cancelled if: A sufficient breath sample was not provided. You must restart the cycle by pressing the start button to select retry. The breath sample was unacceptable. The deviation between the breath sample and the preset limit is too high. ...
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Page 17: Turning Off
TURNING OFF to select menu. Press the green button to select ok. Press the start button to select yes. Press the start button NOTE: You can also turn the device off at any time by pressing and holding the start button. The device will shut off automatically if it is inactive for 30 minutes and is not currently in the Main Menu. -
Page 18: Measurement Principle
MEASUREMENT PRINCIPLE The SAF’IR EVOLUTION uses infrared technology to measure the absorption of monochromatic light by the ethanol molecule. The absorption value is directly proportional to the alcohol concentration, which is used to calculate the BrAC in the breath sample provided. As soon as the exhalation reaches the minimum flow required, the sampling pump activates. -
Page 19: Menu Options
MENU OPTIONS RECALLING A TEST RESULT The SAF’IR EVOLUTION stores the results of the tests it performs, which may be recalled at any time. to select menu. Press the green button In the menu screen, scroll through the options by pressing the up and down buttons to select History. -
Page 20: Passive Detection
PASSIVE DETECTION For passive testing, simply hold the SAF’IR EVOLUTION and point the opening on the left side of the sampling port towards the mouth of the subject being tested (no mouthpiece is required). This feature may also be used to test beverages or the ambient environment that potentially contains alcohol. -
Page 21: Menu Configuration
A loud tone will be heard as the device collects a passive air sample. The operational check cycle is completed. The internal check is confirmed. The test is valid. The indicative result is displayed. Press the start button to select end. MENU CONFIGURATION Some parameters may be adjusted by the operator. -
Page 22: Display Contrast
The Configuration menu allows several adjustments: DISPLAY CONTRAST In the Configuration menu, scroll through the options by pressing the up and down to select Display contrast. buttons Press the start button to confirm the selection. Press up and down buttons to select contrast. -
Page 23: Installing The Printer Battery
Insert the shaft into the new paper roll and place the roll in the paper compartment. Feed enough paper into the slot and close the top cover. NOTE: Contact the dealer or ACS directly to order paper rolls for the printer. PRINTER LED STATUS CODE... -
Page 24: Printer Led Error Code
PRINTER LED ERROR CODE INDICATOR DESCRIPTION ACTION Out of paper Replace the paper roll The top cover is open Close the top cover Transmission error Check the transmission status Print head has Wait until the print head cools overheated down The battery is too low Recharge the battery FUNCTIONING... -
Page 25: Accessories
Cigarrete lighter adapter • Portable printer (optional) – features cable or Bluetooth wireless connection REPLACEMENT PARTS Contact the dealer or ACS directly to order replacement parts. Use the part numbers provided below: • SAF’IR mouthpieces - bag of 25, ACS #95-000255 •... -
Page 26: Technical Specifications
The SAF’IR EVOLUTION is designed to operate between -10 and 50 °C. PERIODIC INSPECTIONS The SAF’IR EVOLUTION must be calibrated and verified every 28 days. Failure to do so will result in a lockout. Contact your dealer or ACS for calibration. BATTERY LIFE The SAF’IR EVOLUTION is equipped with a rechargeable nickel metal hydride... -
Page 27: Size And Weight
SIZE AND WEIGHT Weight: 600 grams Length x Height x Width: 85 mm x 260 mm x 46 mm MEASURING RANGE The SAF’IR EVOLUTION is designed to measure concentrations between 0.00 µg/100 mL and 300 µg/100 mL of alcohol in exhaled air, using a 1 µg/100 mL scale. -
Page 28: Troubleshooting
WARRANTY All ACS products are warranted to be free of defects in workmanship and materials for a period of one year from the date of shipment. ACS agrees to replace or repair any defective unit, provided the defect was not caused by misuse or mishandling. -
Page 29: Recycling
After the tests, mouthpieces should be disposed according to the local waste management regulations for recyclable materials. ACS AND THE ENVIRONMENT In an effort to reduce its ecological footprint, Alcohol Countermeasure Systems has ecodesigned the SAF’IR EVOLUTION to limit the consumption of natural resources and optimize the impact on both the environment and human health throughout its life cycle. - Page 30 SAF’IR EVOLUTION...
- Page 31 INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
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