AlcoMate CA 2000 User Manual

JUL
2 3
2004
AlcoMate
Model
CA
2000
The
CA2000
is intended
to measure
alcohol
in
human
breath.
Readings
obtained
by
this
device
are
used
in the
diagnosis
of
alcohol
intoxication.
The
accuracy
of
this device
has
been
established
at a
Blood
Alcohol
Concentration
of 0.008
and
0.032.
Accuracy
at a
Blood
Alcohol
Concentration
greater
than
0.032
has
not been
evaluated.
Part
names
Breath
out
- do
ncg cov-,
wAh
hand
during
sampling
__Acohol
level
Breath
pip
g~Display
window
Warning
lamp
,..
Ready
lamp
Power
switch
DC adaptor
socket
Battery
low
lamp
Preparation
I.
Install
the
9 Volt
Battery,
supplied.
PUSH
,
"
2.
The
tester
comes
with
one
plastic
mouthpiece
already
over
the
breath
pipe.
You
may
wish
to
replace
the mouthpiece
for
use
by
another
person
for
sanitary
reasons.
To change
mouthpieces,
align
the
slot
in
the
mouthpiece
with
the
slot
on
the
breath
pipe.
Operation:
Read
these
instructions
before
consuming
alcohol.
WAIT!
20
minutes
after
drinking
alcohol
before
taking
a
reading.
If
you
don't
wait,
the
reading
will
measure
alcohol
in
the
mouth,
which
does
not
accurately
show
your
blood
alcohol
level.
1. Press
the
ON/OFF
Power
switch.
WAIT!
The
detector
will
start
to
countdown
from
200
to 000
on the
display
window.
This
warm
up
process
prepares
the
sensor
and
circuit
for
testing.
When
you
hear
a BEEP
and
the
green
READY
light
comes
on,
go
to step
2.
2.
Take
a
deep
breath,
then
blow
steadily
and
continuously
(at
least
5
seconds)
into
the
pipe
until
you
hear
another
BEEP.
Your
lips
should
be
sealed
around
the
mouthpiece
while
blowing.
Be
careful
not
to
cover
the
Breath
out
opening
on
the
unit.
(If
you
don't
blow
within
30
seconds,
the
unit
automatically
displays
"OFF"
and
will
turn
off.)
After
the
red
and
green
display
lights
blink
for
4
seconds,
the
test
result
will
be
displayed
for
15
seconds.
This
is your
Blood
Alcohol
Concentration,
or
BAC.
Finally,
the
unit
shows
"OFF"
for
turn-off,
along
the
BEEP
sound.
Press
the
ON/Off
power
switch
to
turn
unit
off.
If
your
blood
alcohol
concentration
is:
Below
0.01%
0.01
to 0.04%
0.05%
or
Over
0.40%
or Over
If
you
drank
very
little
The
reading
will
be
The
Red
WARN
LED
Display
will
read
"Hot"
alcohol,
your
actual
displayed.
will
flash
along
with
a
and
the
Red
WARN
LED
concentration
may
be
below
"BEEP"
sound.
Your
will
flash
along
with
0.01
%,
and
the reading
may
ability
to
drive
may
be
"BEEP"
sound.
not
be
activated.
However,
impaired.
Don't
drink
the
display
shows
0.00%
and
drive!
and you're
in the
safe range.
For
subsequent
testing,
repeat
steps
1-2.
Space
tests
at
least
2 minutes
apart.

AlcoMate CA 2000 Specifications

Power

battery type	9V alkaline
battery replacement indicator	BATT LOW LED
battery replacement	replace 9V alkaline battery when BATT LOW LED is on

Operating Environment

operating temperature	50 - 104°F
storage temperature	32 - 104°F
warm-up time	20 sec

Performance

response time	5 sec
accuracy	±0.01 % at 0.10% BAC
calibration interval	1 year

Weight and Dimensions

dimensions	4.7 x 2.4 x 1'
weight	1.5 oz

Summary

Digital Alcohol Detector Operation

Device Components Overview

Identifies key physical parts of the AlcoMate CA 2000 breathalyzer, including the breath pipe and display.

Preparation and Setup

Instructions for preparing the AlcoMate CA 2000, including battery installation and mouthpiece fitting.

How to Use the Breathalyzer

Guides on how to use the AlcoMate CA 2000 for measuring blood alcohol concentration and interpreting results.

Understanding and Maintaining Your Device

Understanding Blood Alcohol Results

Discusses legal blood alcohol concentration limits and how impairment relates to BAC levels.

Safety Precautions for Use

Lists essential safety guidelines and warnings for operating the alcohol detector correctly.

Troubleshooting and Cleaning

Provides guidance on common issues, device cleaning, and maintenance procedures.

Device Specifications and Warranty

Details technical specifications, warranty information, and calibration services for the device.