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- Page 1 Lifeloc LX9 Lifeloc LX9 Operations Manual Operations Manual Unlock the Power of Unlock the Power of Alcohol Testing Alcohol Testing...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Cal Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 www.lifeloc.com |... - Page 3 Lifeloc Factory Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 - 34 www.lifeloc.com |...
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Page 4: Introduction
The LX9 includes many other features including calibration/accuracy check lockouts, long/short print options and multiple test modes . In the following pages this manual will assist you in understanding all that the LX9 has to offer and how to operate this cutting edge instrument . -
Page 5: Front View
Introduction LX9 Front View 360° Rotational Mouthpiece Time Test Number Battery Indicator Display Indicator Navigation Buttons Execute Button Power Button www.lifeloc.com | 303.431.9500... -
Page 6: Features
Digital Calibration: Complete record keeping of calibration events including as found and as left accuracy measurements . The LX9 can be calibrated with wet bath simulators or dry gas cylinders . Lockouts: User selectable settings for calibration and accuracy check reminders and lockouts to prevent using an out of compliance instrument . -
Page 7: Preparation
. AA Batteries Option If you have the LX9 battery option, you will need to load 3 AA Alkaline batteries into the unit before use . –... -
Page 8: Navigating The Menu
. Observing the Subject The LX9 delivers a highly accurate reading of breath alcohol acquired by sampling deep lung air (alveolar) . Readings can however be affected by residual mouth alcohol . To prevent mouth alcohol from affecting a test, make certain that the subject is not allowed to put anything in their mouth for 15 minutes prior to taking a test . -
Page 9: Removing The Mouthpiece
The LX9 has 4 test functions . Auto Test is the typical way to take a deep lung breath test . The LX9 monitors the subject’s breath and automatically takes the sample near the end of the breath flow . -
Page 10: Conducting An Automatic Test
1 .3 liters of breath . Read the result . After taking a test, the LX9 will display the results in large numbers on the display . The result is stored in memory and available for viewing and printing at a later date . -
Page 11: Conducting A Manual Override Test
Auto Test . Turn the LX9 on . Attach a mouthpiece to the top of the unit and verify the display reads “AUTO TEST” with the Blowing Man icon . -
Page 12: Conducting A Passive Test
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 LX9 sample port on top of the unit about between 1-6 inches from the subject’s mouth . 1”–6”... -
Page 13: Passive Test Screen Displays
Breath Flow Screen Alcohol Curve Screen Results Screen When taking a passive test, As the subject blows into If the LX9 detects alcohol, The unit will only display the Blowing Man icon is the mouthpiece, the LX9 the alcohol level is graphed “POS”... -
Page 14: Printing Calibration/Accuracy Check Data
Follow the procedure for printing test results except choose “Calibration” or “Accuracy Check . ” History The History menu is where all tests, calibrations and accuracy checks are stored . The LX9 can store up to 10,000 tests in memory . Any test, calibration or accuracy check in memory can be viewed or printed . -
Page 15: Calibration Settings
Ethanol/Nitrogen cylinder (Dry Gas Tank .) Accuracy Checks An Accuracy Check is a test on a known standard to verify proper function of the LX9 . Accuracy checks are used to verify the LX9 is calibrated correctly and is within the acceptable accuracy range . -
Page 16: Performing A Wet Bath Accuracy Check Or Calibration
LX9 mouthpiece . When you see this image on the LX9, turn on the pump or blow into the simulator at a rate that creates about 0 .5 inches (12 mm) bubbles on the surface of the solution and press the Execute button to begin the LX9 sample countdown . -
Page 17: Performing A Dry Gas Accuracy Check Or Calibration
Remember, with the LX9 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 LX9 . The calibration process compares the LX9 accuracy against the standard and if needed adjusts the internal measurement to correct the instrument accuracy . -
Page 18: Calibration "As Found" Result Outside Accuracy Range
The results will show on the display with a red X . When ready to proceed with adjustment, choose Execute . The LX9 will adjust based upon the initial calibration test . A 2 minute timer will start to make ensure the instrument is ready before proceeding . -
Page 19: User Settings
. This will give the operator notification in a selectable time or test number range that the LX9 will need a calibration or accuracy check . Changes to calibrations types, standards and lockouts are retained in memory and do not have to be changed unless the method used to perform calibrations or accuracy checks changes . - Page 20 Air Blank -Select Execute to enable or disable Automatic Air Blank . Auto Print -The LX9 can be configured to automatically print test results when a test is complete . Results- Test results for Auto and Manual Override tests can be displayed in a “NUMERIC” or “PASS/ WARN/FAIL”...
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Page 21: Printer Settings
User Settings Printer Settings Type - Displays the type of printers your LX9 can connect to, the default is Bluetooth . Printer will display the Bluetooth ID code if a printer is currently connected and opens the “BLUETOOTH” menu to find and connect printers . -
Page 22: Data Entry
The LX9 allows you to enter subject I .D . numbers or additional information that will be printed with every test result . Default factory settings for the LX9 contain 6 data fields . Each data field can hold up to 30 alpha numeric characters and are either “Fixed”... -
Page 23: Date/Time
Passwords can be set to protect access to calibration, calibration check, calibration settings and user settings . The LX9 comes standard with 2 levels of security set up and default passwords assigned to those levels . You should change those passwords if you need secure protection against unauthorized adjustments . -
Page 24: System
If you elect to use passwords record and store your password in a safe place. Lifeloc does not have access to your password. Anyone with a password can change the password, so use caution with password disclosures. -
Page 25: Keyboard Features Explained
If you purchase the Data Management System (DMS), your LX9 will come with a Bluetooth (BTLE) keyboard standard . When a keyboard is paired with the LX9 the keyboard icon will show at the top of the LX9 display . Keyboard Navigation Instructions... -
Page 26: Gps Explained
. Initial searching and downloading of GPS data can take up to a minute . Once coordinates are found, the LX9 will display them and be ready to take a test . The GPS data is updated as you move and included with every test result . -
Page 27: Other System Settings
Cal/Accuracy Check Expired Perform a Calibration or Accuracy Check . Cal/Accuracy Check Needed XX days . The LX9 is within XX days of Calibration or Accuracy Check lockout time . Invalid Test No alcohol was detected during a Calibration or Accuracy Check . -
Page 28: Service
Service Service If your LX9 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 . -
Page 29: General Usage
Fast charge NiMH battery pack or three AA Alkaline batteries Printing Bluetooth wireless printing Lifeloc recommends calibrating the LX9 at least once a year or Calibration Frequency more often if specified by your internal policies and procedures . Lifeloc recommends performing accuracy checks on your device... -
Page 30: Sample Printouts
Sample Printouts Sample Printouts www.lifeloc.com | 303.431.9500... -
Page 31: Menu Chart
Menu Chart Settings Chart www.lifeloc.com | 303.431.9500... -
Page 32: Warranty
Warranty Lifeloc Factory Warranty The LX9 comes with a one year limited parts and labor warranty, effective on the date of purchase by the end-user . The Warranty covers: • Parts and labor on covered repairs • Software updates, as applicable •... - Page 33 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...
- Page 34 LIFELOC . The correction of any Defect shall in no way extend the duration of the Warranty; only the unexpired warranty term of the Lifeloc Equipment applies to any repaired or replacement Lifeloc Equipment that is provided under the Warranty .
- Page 35 12441 West 49th Avenue, Suite 4 Wheat Ridge, CO 80033 303.431.9500 | 800.722.4872 fax: 303.431.1423 www.lifeloc.com Part #51118 Rev . 1 .2 ©2010 Lifeloc Technologies, Inc .
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