Monitech Ignition Interlock Systems QuicTest
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User Manual Rev 08-31-07
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Flashers – The hazard flashers and / or turn signals of your vehicle
High Fail – a breath test result that meets or exceeds the definition of a High Fail as set by your
State Agency.
Hum Tone – Some State Agencies require the user to hum while they blow into the device for a
Start Test. If your agency requires this, you will be trained on how to do this when your Interlock
is installed.
Invalid Sample – Any sample that is blown into the unit that is not direct, unaltered human
breath is an invalid sample.
Mouth Contamination – any alcohol that may be present in the mouth only, due to very recent
use of mouthwash, cough medicine or a sip of an alcoholic beverage. This is normally gone
within 5 minutes of use.
Override Code – This is a single use code that your service provider may use to allow you to
operate your vehicle for a limited time, in the event that your unit has gone into Permanent
Lockout due a missed appointment caused extreme circumstance. This may be used for
situations such as hurricanes, ice storms, serious illness, hospitalization, etc. Anytime your unit
is in Permanent Lockout, call you service provider.
Pass – a breath test result lower than the Warn level set by your State Agency
Pending Service Date Notification – As the Scheduled Service Appointment approaches, the
unit will notify the user each time the unit “wakes up”. Also – if the unit is in recall, the unit will
notify the user that service is required in the next X days before lockout occurs, so that an
urgent service appointment can be made.
Permanent Lockout – a condition that does not allow vehicle Start at any time, for any reason.
This could be the result of a missed service appointment, tampering with the unit, or unit
malfunction. If the unit is in Permanent Lockout – you must call your service provider.
PIN – A Personal Identification Number that allows only you to operate the unit.
Program Violation – Any event that is a violation of your Interlock Agreement. This may include
breath test failures (if applicable), excessively high failures, tampering with the unit, attempting
to alter or circumvent the installation of the unit, driving during restricted drive times (if
applicable), ignoring required tests (such as an Engine Off test), or other actions specific to your
agreement with the State Agency and Service Provider you are working with.
Recall – a requirement to bring your vehicle back to your Interlock Provider’s service center
within a limited number of days for servicing of the unit. This is generated by a pending Monitor
appointment, unit malfunction, or suspected tampering or abuse of the unit.
Redundant Alcohol Sensor – In the event that the Primary Alcohol Sensor in the unit
malfunctions, a Secondary Alcohol Sensor may be used (depending on the requirements of
your State Agency). This will allow vehicle operation for a limited number of days, until you can
reach your Service Provider’s Service Center for repair. This sensor may be sensitive to
substances other than Alcohol, so it is very important that you ensure that you have not been
eating, smoking or drinking ANYTHING (other than water) for at least 5 minutes prior to any
breath test. Failure to do so may result in Temporary Lockout until your mouth is clear of all
residues.
Running Test – a breath test required at random time intervals while the vehicle is be driven.
This can be taken as you drive, or you may pull of the road in a safe place and take it with the
engine still running.
Service Mode – This allows your vehicle to be serviced by a certified mechanic when your
vehicle requires automotive (not interlock) service. It provides the mechanic with a means to
diagnose and operate the vehicle for a very limited amount of time without having to un-install
the device, or take a breath test. It requires a phone call from the mechanic to your service
provider.
Siren – This is the Alarm Siren that was included in your Interlock System installation.
Stall Protection – A 2 minute period of time after the engine is turned off for any reason
(including engine stall). It allows an immediate restart without the need to take a Start Test, to
ensure the driver able to quickly move from an unsafe location (i.e. railroad tracks, a busy
intersection, etc) in the event of an engine stall.
