Dräger Alcotest 4000 User manual
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Safety-related information
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1 Safety-related information
Before using this product, carefully read these instructions for use and those
of the associated products.
Strictly follow the instructions for use. The user must fully understand and
strictly observe the instructions. Use the product only for the purposes
specified in the intended use section of this document.
Do not dispose of the instructions for use. Ensure that they are retained and
appropriately used by the product user.
Comply with all local and national rules and regulations associated with this
product.
Only trained and competent personnel are permitted to inspect, repair and
service the product. Dräger recommend a Dräger service contract for all
maintenance activities and that all repairs are carried out by Dräger.
Do not use a faulty or incomplete product. Do not modify the product.
Notify Dräger in the event of any component fault or failure.
Use only genuine Dräger spare parts and accessories. Otherwise, the
proper functioning of the product may be impaired.
These instructions for use can be downloaded in other languages in
electronic form on the relevant product page (www.draeger.com/ifu) or a
free printed copy can be obtained from Dräger or the distributor.
Only use battery chargers, power packs, batteries, or rechargeable batteries that
Dräger has approved for this product.
2 Conventions used in this document
2.1 Meaning of alert icons
The following alert icons are used in this document to notify the user of possible
dangers. The meanings of the alert icons are defined as follows:
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation. If not avoided, it could result in death
or serious injury.
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CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation. If not avoided, it could result in
physical injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
NOTICE
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation. If not avoided, it could result in
damage to the product or environment.
2.2 Typographical conventions
This symbol indicates information that may make the use of this product
easier.
3 Description
3.1 Product overview (see Page 2)
1 Breath-alcohol analyzer
2LED ring
3Button
4 Grip zone on mouthpiece
5 Mouthpiece
6 Safety cap
7 Mouthpiece receptacle
8 Display
9 USB connection (Important: Not for charging the device, for service only)
10 Battery compartment cover
11 Battery
12 Loudspeaker (Important: No reset button)
3.2 Intended use
The Dräger Alcotest® 40001) breath-alcohol analyzer is used to measure the
alcohol concentration in human breath. The measurement should not be used as
grounds for medical or therapeutic treatments.
Text Text in bold refers to labeling on the instrument and screen text.
►This triangle indicates options for avoiding the hazard in warnings.
1) Alcotest® is a registered trademark of Dräger.
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WARNING
Small parts of the instrument may become detached and be swallowed.
► The instrument is not intended for children under 3 years.
4.1 Prerequisites for use
The instrument is factory-calibrated when delivered. If the calibration date is
longer ago than 12 months, the instrument should be calibrated, e.g., by
DrägerService.
Optional: If the calibration date has been exceeded, a warning message is
displayed after the startup screen. Confirm the warning message with a short
press on the button or wait some seconds to continue.
Observe a wait time of approx. 15 minutes after last alcohol consumption.
The wait time cannot be reduced by rinsing the mouth with water or with
non-alcoholic beverages.
Residual mouth alcohol or aromatic beverages (e.g., fruit juice), alcoholic
mouth sprays, medication and drops, as well as belching and vomiting may
cause incorrect measuring values.
4.1.1 Before sampling
The subject must breathe regularly and calmly before sampling.
The subject must be able to provide the required minimum breath volume
for the sampling.
4.1.2 Preparation for use
1. Ensure that the batteries are charged and inserted.
2. Ensure that a clean mouthpiece is attached.
4.1.3 Switching the instrument on and off
Switching the instrument on:
1. Hold down the button for about 1 second.
2. Wait until the instrument displays that it is ready to measure.
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Switching the instrument off:
1. Hold down the button for about 3 seconds.
A switch off count down will be shown as well. If the display is off, stop
pressing the button. Otherwise the device will be switched on again.
The instrument will switch off automatically approx. 2 minutes after the last
use.
Switching off the instrument does not reduce the waiting period until it is
ready to take a measurement!
4.2 Initial start-up
4.2.1 Default wizard
A setup wizard starts when the instrument is switched on for the first time. This
step is not required for pre-configured instruments.
The following settings are made using the setup wizard:
Language
Date format
Date
Time format
Time
Measuring unit
All settings can be changed later on via the menu.
Language
A cursor pre-selects one language in the list. Press briefly on the button to
change the position of the cursor in order to select your needed language. If the
cursor selects the right language please hold the button for approx. 2 seconds to
confirm.
Date
A cursor pre-selects the day of the date. Press briefly on the button to change
the day until the actual day is shown. Please hold the button for approx.
2 seconds to confirm the day. Please continue with the month and the year in the
same way: short press to change and long press to confirm.
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Time format
A cursor pre-selects a time format. Press briefly on the button to change the
position of the cursor in order to select your needed time format. If the cursor
selects the needed time format please hold the button for approx. 2 seconds to
confirm.
Time
A cursor pre-selects the hours of the time. Press briefly on the button to change
the hour until the actual hour is shown. Please hold the button for approx.
2 seconds to confirm the hour. Please continue with the minutes in the same
way: short press to change and long press to confirm.
Measurement unit
A cursor pre-selects a measurement unit in the list. Press briefly on the button to
change the position of the cursor in order to select your needed measurement
unit. If the cursor selects the needed measurement unit, please hold the button
for approx. 2 seconds to confirm.
After the setup wizard is finished, the display shows Welcome and continues with
READY for tests.
The Alcotest® 4000 is now adjusted to your settings and is ready for breath tests.
Of course these and further settings can be adjusted in the device menu (see
Section 4.6 on Page 9).
NOTICE
Loss of default settings
If the battery replacement process takes longer than 5 minutes, the date and
time must be reset. A measurement is only possible with the time set.
4.3 Carrying out a breath sample
A new mouthpiece must be inserted for each person who provides a breath
test.
For hygiene reasons, hold the mouthpiece only on the grip zones.
Do not allow any high alcohol concentrations on the sensor, e.g., by rinsing
the mouth with a high proof alcohol shortly before the measurement, as this
will shorten the service life of the sensor.
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Procedure
1. Remove the safety cap from the top of the device.
2. Insert a new mouthpiece (order no. 83 25 250) into the mouthpiece
receptacle (see Page 2).
For hygiene reasons, hold the mouthpiece only on the grip zones.
3. If the device is switched off. keep the button pressed for approx. 1 second
until the startup screen is displayed.
4. READY is displayed after approx. 4 seconds. The instrument is ready to
measure.
5. Take a deep breath and blow evenly and without interruptions into the
mouthpiece.
Do not cover the outlet opening on the mouthpiece with your hand.
You have to blow a volume of 1.2 liter and at least 1.6 seconds for a valid
test. If blowing normally this will take 2-3 seconds. A continuous tone
sounds simultaneously and stops when the test parameters are fulfilled and
the device has taken the sample.
The test result is displayed after a few seconds (depending on the
instrument temperature and the measured concentration).
In case of a negative alcohol test, 0.00 will be displayed. In case of a positive
test, the measured alcohol level will be displayed.
Carry out another measurement
To prepare a new measurement, press the button briefly.
After the sensor’s recovery time (see "Technical data" on Page 15), READY
is displayed and the device is ready to use again.
4.4 Removing the mouthpiece
1. Pull the mouthpiece upwards out of the mouthpiece receptacle by holding it
on the grip zones on the left and on the right side.
2. Dispose of the mouthpiece in accordance with local regulations.
4.5 Menu control
To enter the device menu, the device has to be switched on and it has to show
READY.
Displaying the menu:
1. Briefly press the button. A menu symbol and the text Enter menu are
displayed.
If the button is not pressed for 3 seconds, the instrument will return to
READY.
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2. Briefly press the button again (within 3 seconds). The menu is entered. If the
button is not pressed a second time, the instrument will return to READY.
The menu is exited automatically after 30 seconds with the button not being
pressed.
In the main menu all menu options are listed one below the other. To select a
menu option, mark the respective menu option with the cursor by briefly pressing
the button several times to toggle through the menu until the cursor is at the
intended position. Afterwards hold the button for 2 seconds to enter the
submenu.
Navigating in the menu:
Tap the button.
When the last entry is reached, the next button press will go back up to the
top.
Confirming the selected feature or input:
Keep the button pressed.
Exiting the menu:
In the sub-menu, select the Back menu item.
In the main menu, select the Measuring menu item.
Changing values:
1. Tap the button until you reach the required setting.
Hold the button down to confirm the setting.
4.6 Menu items
The following table provides an overview of the menu options and how to use
them:
Menu option Description Interaction instruction
Measuring Option to leave the menu
and to go back to the READY
screen to perform a test.
Hold the button for
2 seconds to leave the
menu.
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Bluetooth®
(optional) Menu option to switch
Bluetooth® on or off.
Confirm Bluetooth® ON or
OFF with the button.
The instrument is set up for connection to an app via
Bluetooth®.
An active Bluetooth® connection is displayed by a
corresponding symbol in the display.
Bluetooth® must not be selected in aircraft.
Results Overview of the last 10 tests
performed on the device
(incl. result, date, time, test
ID). There is one test
displayed per screen.
Briefly press the button to
navigate through the test
result list.
Hold the button for
2 seconds to leave the
submenu.
Infoscreen Serial no and part no of the
device
Hold the button for
2 seconds to leave the
submenu.
Next service Overview, in how many days
the device...
should get serviced,
should be adjusted
and should get an
accuracy check.
Hold the button for
2 seconds to leave the
submenu.
Menu option Description Interaction instruction
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