TABLE OF CONTENTS This device is intended to measure alcohol in human breath. Measurements obtained by this device are used in the diagnosis of alcohol intoxication. Introduction Effects of Alcohol Components Diagram Operation Verification and Calibration One-Year Limited Warranty...
The BACtrack provides a digital result indicating the approximate BAC (Blood Alcohol Content) of the test subject. The BACtrack is easy to use; simply turn on the unit and begin testing in a matter of seconds.
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ALCOHOL IS A DRUG Alcohol is the chemical (ethanol or ethyl alcohol) resulting from the fermentation of grapes or grain. Alcohol is absorbed directly into your bloodstream. From your bloodstream, the fluids in your body tissues absorb the alcohol. Your brain is made up of a large concentration of fluids and will absorb a large amount of any alcohol you drink.
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Do not use your BACtrack as a tool to determine whether you should operate a motor vehicle or equipment, or perform any other dangerous act. Do not drink and drive. Always have a designated driver when alcohol is being consumed.
EFFECTS OF ALCOHOL* 0.02-0.03% BAC Slight euphoria. Loss of shyness. Depressant effects are not apparent. Impairment possible in some individuals. 0.04-0.06% BAC Feeling of well-being, relaxation, lower inhibitions and sensation of warmth. Euphoria. Some minor impairment of reasoning and memory. Lowering of caution. Driving skills may be impaired at this level of intoxication.
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0.16-0.20% BAC Dysphoria predominates. Nausea may appear. 0.25% BAC Need for assistance in walking. Total mental confusion. Dysphoria with nausea and some vomiting. 0.30% BAC Loss of consciousness. Onset of coma. Possible death due to respiratory arrest**. * The effects of alcohol intoxication are greatly influenced by individual variations among users.
PREPARATION INSTALLING THE BATTERY Install two AAA alkaline batteries in the battery compartment. COMPONENTS DIAGRAM FRONT VIEW Mouthpiece Display Mouthpiece In Start Button Battery Cover (back)
OPERATION Test subjects should wait 20 minutes after eating, drinking, or smoking before blowing into the BACtrack Breathalyzer. Failure to wait 20 minutes can provide inaccurate test results and damage the sensor. STEP 1: Insert a mouthpiece into the Mouthpiece In slot. Do not force it—mouthpiece will...
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BAC value will %BAC flash for about 10 seconds. The BACtrack Breathalyzer will turn off automatically in 3 minutes. You can also turn off the breathalyzer during the countdown by pressing and holding down (start button symbol) for 3 seconds.
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SPECIFICATIONS 4.75 x 1.90 x 0.75 inches Dimensions (12.1 x 4.8 x 1.9 cm) 3.3 oz (94 g) Weight With mouthpiece and batteries Xtend™ fuel cell sensor Sensor Technology technology Detection Range 0.000 – 0.400 %BAC Displays total number of tests Test Count performed Two AAA alkaline batteries,...
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32-104 °F (0-40 °C). 8. You cannot use the results of this product in court 9. Do not use the BACtrack as a tool to determine whether you should operate a motor vehicle or equipment, or perform any other dangerous act.
CALIBRATION INSTRUCTIONS Please visit www.bactrack.com/calibration or call 877.334.6876 for information on how to get your BACtrack calibrate. During recalibration, a professional technician will reset the sensor baseline values and also perform a full diagnostic check...
Obtain a Return Authorization (RA) number by emailing support@bactrack.com When shipping the product back to KHN Solutions Inc., please package the product carefully and ship using a major carrier (UPS, FedEx, USPS, etc). To ensure proper credit for a returned item, be sure to obtain a delivery confirmation on the return shipment.
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