Table of Contents Introduction Front View Features Preparation Rechargeable Battery Pack Option AA Batteries Option Powering the LT7 On and Of Navigating the Menu Observing the Subject Attaching a Mouthpiece Removing the Mouthpiece Breath Testing Modes Testing Modes Explained Conducting an Automatic Test...
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Confguring a Data Field Date/Time Security Security Settings Explained System System Settings On-Screen Messages Messages Explained Service Service Extended Service Plans Notices General Usage Specifcations and Technical Data Menu Chart Settings Chart Warranty Lifeloc Factory Warranty 27 - 29 www.lifeloc.com | 303.431.9500...
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The LT7 includes many other features including calibration/accuracy check lockouts and multiple test modes In the following pages this manual will assist you in understanding all that the LT7 has to ofer and how to operate this cutting edge instrument www.lifeloc.com |...
Introduction LT7 Front View 360° Rotational Mouthpiece Time Test Number Battery Indicator Display Navigation Buttons Execute Button Power Button www.lifeloc.com | 303.431.9500...
Digital Calibration: Complete record keeping of calibration events including as found and as left accuracy measurements The LT7 can be calibrated with wet bath simulators or dry gas cylinders Lockouts: User selectable settings for calibration and accuracy check reminders and lockouts to...
Observing the Subject The LT7 delivers a highly accurate reading of breath alcohol acquired by sampling deep lung air (alveolar) Readings can however be afected by residual mouth alcohol To prevent mouth alcohol from afecting a test, make certain that the subject is not allowed to put...
Breath Testing Modes Explained The LT7 has 4 test functions Auto Test is the typical way to take a deep lung breath test The LT7 monitors the subject’s breath and automatically takes the sample near the end of the breath fow...
1 5 liters of breath Read the result After taking a test, the LT7 will display the results in large numbers on the display The result is stored in memory and available for viewing or downloading at a later date...
Note: This feature allows the completion of a test in the occasional instance when the subject may have diminished lung capacity and cannot activate the Auto Test Turn the LT7 on Attach a mouthpiece to the top of the unit and verify the display reads “AUTO TEST” with the Blowing Man icon...
From the Blowing Man icon, press the right arrow key to enter Passive Test mode Verify the display shows “Passive Test” and there is no Blowing Man icon Hold the LT7 sample port on top of the unit about between 1-6 inches from the subject’s mouth 1”–6”...
History The History menu is where all tests, calibrations and accuracy checks are stored The LT7 can store up to 10,000 tests in memory Any test, calibration or accuracy check in memory can be viewed or downloaded...
Ethanol/Nitrogen cylinder (Dry Gas Tank ) Accuracy Checks An Accuracy Check is a test on a known standard to verify proper function of the LT7 Accuracy checks are used to verify the LT7 is calibrated correctly and is within the acceptable accuracy range Accuracy Checks are also referred to as “Verifcations”...
LT7 mouthpiece When you see this image on the LT7, turn on the pump or blow into the simulator at a rate that creates about 0 5 inches (12 mm) bubbles on the...
Remember, with the LT7 you do not adjust for altitude when using dry gas standards Calibration A calibration is a test on a known standard to verify accuracy of the LT7 The calibration process compares the LT7 accuracy against the standard and if needed adjusts the internal measurement to...
The results will show on the display with a red X When ready to proceed with adjustment, choose Execute The LT7 will adjust based upon the initial calibration test A 2 minute timer will start to ensure the instrument is ready before proceeding...
This will give the operator notifcation in a selectable time or test number range that the LT7 will need a calibration or accuracy check Changes to calibrations types, standards and lockouts are retained in memory and do not have to be...
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Numeric results are in a 3-digit format PWF results display as either PASS, WARN or FAIL Example, if “Pass” is set at 040 and “Fail” is set at 080 (the default settings on your LT7), then: Test results from 000 - 040 will display PASS...
Data Entry Explained The LT7 contains 2 data felds set up at the factory as Subject ID and Operator Each data feld can hold up to 30 alpha numeric characters and can be set up as either “Fixed” with static data that does not change per test or “User Input”...
User Settings Confguring a Data Field Data Entry - Displays all data felds enabled in the LT7 Select a data feld to modify settings for that feld Data Field - Displays settings for the selected data feld Enabled - Turns a data feld on or of Label - Changes the name used to identify the data feld Type - Choose between “User Input”...
Container tests; check battery status and temperature Note: Record and store your password in a safe place. Lifeloc does not have access to your password. If password is lost, the only way to reset the unit is to call Lifeloc Tech Support. System System Settings Temperature –...
Subject may require medical attention Cal/Accuracy Check Expired Perform a Calibration or Accuracy Check Cal/Accuracy Check Needed XX days The LT7 is within XX days of Calibration or Accuracy Check lockout time Invalid Test No alcohol was detected during a Calibration or...
Service Service If your LT7 should require repairs or maintenance, Lifeloc is here for you Just an email or phone call will put you in contact with our technical support personnel To reach our service department call 303 431 9500 or email techsupport@lifeloc com...
Communications Power Supply Fast charge NiMH battery pack or three AA Alkaline batteries Lifeloc recommends calibrating the LT7 at least once a year or Calibration Frequency more often if specifed by your internal policies and procedures Lifeloc recommends performing accuracy checks on your device...
Warranty Lifeloc Factory Warranty The LT7 comes with a one year limited parts and labor warranty, efective on the date of purchase by the end-user The Warranty covers: • Parts and labor on covered repairs • Software updates, as applicable •...
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Without prejudice to the foregoing, Lifeloc shall not have any obligation or liability, and the buyer acknowledges that Lifeloc shall not have any obligation or liability whatsoever, to the buyer, or to any person or entity claiming by, through, or under the buyer, whether arising pursuant to the foregoing...
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(i) for any transportation, installation, removal, reinstallation, adjustment, or other expenses related to any Lifeloc Equipment covered by the Warranty or to other property, (ii) for any damage or loss to any property other than the Lifeloc Equipment covered by the Warranty, or (iii) for any special,...
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