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© 2008 Q3 Innovations, LLC
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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual © 2008 Q3 Innovations, LLC v013108...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Overview Basics of Breath Alcohol Testing Effects of Alcohol PREPARATION Install the Batteries Insert a New Mouthpiece COMPONENTS DIAGRAM OPERATION READ THE RESULTS ERROR MESSAGES MENU OPTIONS Alarm Point Temperature Scale Blowing Time Convert Units Test Counter PRECAUTIONS SPECIFICATIONS ACCESSORIES...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Overview The AlcoHAWK® PT500 is a breath alcohol tester designed to test for the presence of alcohol in the breath. This product estimates blood alcohol concentration (BAC) in seconds. Please read this entire manual before using this product. Basics of Breath Alcohol Testing When a person consumes alcohol, the human body absorbs alcohol into the bloodstream.
  • Page 4 Dose-Specific Effects 0.020-0.039% Generally no loss of coordination. Slight euphoria or loss of shyness. Depressant effects are not apparent. 0.040-0.06% General 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.

  • Page 5: Preparation

    PREPARATION Install the Batteries Apply a small amount of pressure on the battery compartment cover lo- cated on the back of the product. Push down and away from the product to release the cover. Install 2 AA batteries and slide compartment cover back in place.

  • Page 6: Components Diagram

    COMPONENTS DIAGRAM BREATH OUT DO NOT COVER WHILE TESTING BREATH PIPE IN DISPLAY ON/OFF POWER BUTTON ENTER BUTTON SELECT BUTTON...

  • Page 7: Operation

    OPERATION Wait 20 minutes after the test subject smokes, eats or drinks before testing. Failure to wait 20 minutes can give inaccurate BAC readings and damage the sensor. Step 1) Press and hold the ON/OFF power button for 1 second until you hear a BEEP.

  • Page 8: Read The Results

    READ THE RESULTS The displayed result is an estimate of the test subject’s BAC. A breath alcohol tester cannot determine the exact BAC in the blood of the test subject. Correlation between BrAC and BAC depends on many factors, such as temperature and health conditions. Therefore, only use this device as a tool to screen for the presence of alcohol.

  • Page 9: Menu Options

    MENU OPTIONS When the screen displays “Test” and “Options”, press the SELECT button to view the menu options. Use the SELECT button to move down through the menu options. Use the ENTER button to enter the selected menu option. Alarm Point The unit will read “High”...

  • Page 10: Convert Units

    Convert Units You can change the unit of alcohol concentration shown for tests. You can choose between %BAC (U.S.A), g/L, or % º BAC. The default setting is %BAC (U.S.A) (the U.S.A standard). To change the setting press the SELECT button until the unit shows the desired conversion.

  • Page 11: Specifications

    ONE ELSE CAN OPERATE ANY VEHICLE OR MACHINERY. 10. DO NOT LET YOURSELF OR ANYONE ELSE DRINK AND DRIVE. ALWAYS USE A DESIGNATED DRIVER WHEN YOU OR ANYONE ELSE DRINKS ALCOHOL. SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions 5” x 2.63” x 1.25” (12.7 cm x 6.68 cm x 3.18 cm) Weight 3.6 oz (102 g) without batteries;...

  • Page 12: Verification And Calibration

    ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Q3 Innovations, LLC (Q3I) warrants this unit to be free from defects in workmanship or material (excluding calibration) under normal use for ONE (1) YEAR from the date of retail purchase by the original purchaser (”Warranty Period”).

  • Page 13: Disclaimer

    functionally equivalent to the original product, or (3) refund the purchase price of the product. When a refund is given, the return product to Q3I becomes Q3I’s property. The warranty does not cover freight to Q3I. The warranty is void if anyone tampers with, maliciously damages, or physically abuses the unit.
  • Page 14 special, or consequential damages of any nature under any legal theory. Any act or failure to act based upon a reading from this product is at the test subject’s or user’s own risk. Q3I assumes no responsibility for consequences to users or test subjects who use this product and are later under the influence of alcohol or to have had their judgment or any mental or bodily function impaired by alcohol.
  • Page 15 Q3I IN ITS SOLE DISCRETION. Q3I does not authorize any Q3I reseller, agent, or employee to make any modification, extension, or addition to this warranty. If anyone deter- mines any terms to be illegal or unenforceable, the legality or enforce- ability of the remaining terms shall not be affected or impaired.
  • Page 16 2349 Jamestown Ave., Suite #4 • Independence, IA 50644 Tel: 888-399-1687 • Fax: 319-334-3421 Sales Email: sales@q3i.com • Service Email: service@q3i.com www. .com © 2008 Q3 Innovations, LLC v013108...

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