Q3 Innovations CA2010 User manual
Owner’s Manual
© 2010 Q3 Innovations v112410
CA2010
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION .................................................................................1
Intended Use .......................................................................................1
Overview..............................................................................................1
Effects of Alcohol .................................................................................1
PREPARATION ...................................................................................3
Installing the Battery ............................................................................3
Inserting a New Mouthpiece ................................................................3
COMPONENTS DIAGRAM .................................................................4
OPERATION .......................................................................................5
READ THE RESULTS .........................................................................6
ERROR MESSAGES ..........................................................................6
PRECAUTIONS ..................................................................................7
SPECIFICATIONS ...............................................................................8
MAINTENANCE CHECK ....................................................................8
ACCESSORIES ..................................................................................9
VERIFICATION AND CALIBRATION .................................................9
WARRANTY ......................................................................................10
DISCLAIMER ....................................................................................11
INTRODUCTION
Intended Use
This breath alcohol tester is intended to measure alcohol in human
breath. Readings from this device are used to determine alcohol
intoxication. The accuracy of this device has been proven at a Blood
Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of 0.008 and 0.032. Accuracy at a BAC
greater than .032 has not been established.
Overview
The CA2010 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
use.
Effects of Alcohol
Variations among people and other factors, such as altitude and air
temperature, affect the degree of intoxication. Some people may
become intoxicated at low BAC levels. A low BAC on a breath alcohol
tester does not mean that a person’s reaction times can respond to
any emergency. You should not drink alcohol and drive or use any
machines after consuming alcohol. There is no safe way to drive under
the inuence of alcohol. Even one drink can make you unsafe.
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BAC Dose-Specic Effects 1
0.020-0.039% 2Generally no loss of coordination. Slight joy or loss of shyness.
Depressant effects are not clear.
0.040-0.069%
General feelings of well-being, relaxation, shyness is reduced and
sensation of warmth. Joy. Some minor impairment of reasoning and
memory. Lowering of caution. Driving skills may be impaired.
0.070-0.099%
Slight impairment of balance, speech, vision, reaction time, and hearing.
Joy. Judgment and self-control are reduced. Caution, reason and
memory are impaired. Driving skills are always impaired.
0.100-0.129%
Major impairment of motor coordination and loss of good judgment.
Speech may be slurred. Balance, vision, reaction time and hearing will
be impaired. Joy.
0.130-0.159%
Gross motor impairment and lack of physical control. Blurred vision and
major loss of balance. Joy reduced and state of feeling unwell begins
to appear.
0.160-0.249% Anxiety, restlessness predominates. Nausea may appear. Appearance
of a “sloppy drunk.”
0.250%-0.299% Needs assistance in walking. Total mental confusion. State of feeling
unwell with nausea and some vomiting.
0.300%-0.399% Loss of consciousness.
0.400% + Onset of coma. Possible death due to respiratory arrest. 3
1 Bailey, William J., Drug Use in American Society, 3rd ed., Minneapolis: Burgess, 1993.
2 Some individual’s may experience impairment at BAC levels at .03% or even lower.
3 Death can occur at a lower BAC level in some individuals.
DO NOT DRINK ALCOHOL AND DRIVE
ALWAYS USE A DESIGNATED DRIVER
AFTER DRINKING ALCOHOL
BE SAFE AND RESPONSIBLE
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PREPARATION
Installing the Battery
Apply a small amount of pressure on the battery cover located on the
back of the unit. Push down and slide away from the unit to release the
cover. Install one (1) 9V alkaline battery and slide cover back in place.
Inserting a New Mouthpiece
Insert a new mouthpiece rmly into the BREATH PIPE IN hole on the
left side of the product. Insert a new mouthpiece before each test.
CA2010
Digital Alcohol Detector
READY
MOUTHPIECE
CA2010
Digital Alcohol Detector
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MOUTHPIECE
BREATH PIPE IN
PUSH
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COMPONENTS DIAGRAM
CA2010
Digital Alcohol Detector
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0 0
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RESULT
MOUTHPIECE BREATH OUT
DO NOT COVER
WHILE TESTING
ON/OFF POWER
SWITCH
DC ADAPTER
SOCKET
BATTERY
COMPARTMENT
COVER
(BACK)
DISPLAY
WINDOW
5
OPERATION
Wait 20 minutes after the test subject smokes, eats, or drinks alcohol
before testing. Failure to wait 20 minutes can give inaccurate BAC
readings and harm the sensor.
Step 1) Insert a new mouthpiece each time you test another individual.
Step 2) SLIDE UP AND HOLD the ON/OFF power switch for 1 second until
you hear the startup tones. The device will display “On” and count
from 000 to 100% as it prepares the sensor for testing.
Note: The device will restart a count if the sensor is not ready within the
rst count.
Step 3) When you hear a SINGLE BEEP and the unit displays
“READY - - -” take a DEEP BREATH, wrap your lips around the new
mouthpiece and BLOW STEADILY (for at least 5 seconds) until a
DOUBLE BEEP sounds to signal completion of the testing. Do not
cover the BREATH OUT hole.
Note: If you do not blow within 30 seconds the device will display “Off”
and power down. Continue from step 2.
Step 4) A circling line will display for approximately 5 seconds followed by
“RESULT”, your estimated BAC, and a long beep.
Note: The unit’s backlight will turn from blue to red, display “WARN”, and
play alarm tones when the result is higher than 0.05% BAC.
Note: If you consumed very little alcohol, your actual concentration may
be below 0.01% BAC and the unit will display 0.00% BAC and emit a long
beep.
Note: After the result has been displayed for 20 seconds the device will
display “Off” and power down.
Step 5) For more testing, wait two (2) minutes and repeat steps 1-4.
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READ THE RESULTS
The result is an estimate of the subject’s BAC. A breath alcohol tester
cannot determine the exact BAC in the blood of the subject. Correlation
between BrAC and BAC depends on many factors, such as temperature
and health conditions. Only use this device to screen for the presence
of alcohol.
Many people consider a 0.02% or greater a positive test for alcohol in
“zero tolerance” screening. Most states have 0.08% as the legal BAC
limit for tasks such as operating a motor vehicle. Some states prohibit
driving commercial vehicles or any vessel with a 0.04% BAC or higher.
Many states prosecute individuals for driving under the inuence at any
level.
ERROR MESSAGES
Error Message Cause and Course of Action
The unit displays “WARN” and plays alarm tones when
the result is higher than 0.05% BAC.
The unit did not detect an even alcohol concentration in
the breath sample. This can occur if the user varies the
blowing force when performing a test or if the exhaust port
is obstructed. Repeat operation steps 1 – 6 to perform
another test.
The unit displays “Hot” and plays alarm tones when it
has detected a very high alcohol concentration (above
0.40% BAC).
Battery power is low. Install a new 9V alkaline battery.
Note: Any of these errors will turn the unit’s backlight red.
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PRECAUTIONS
1. Wait at least 20 minutes after drinking, smoking and eating before
testing.
2. Do not test in strong winds or in a closed room with smoke or
alcohol present.
3. When the unit displays “bAt”, install one (1) new 9V alkaline battery.
4. Do not blow smoke, food or liquid into the unit.
5. Only use the unit in a temperature range of 10 - 40°C or 50 - 104°F.
Operation above or below this range may affect the results.
6. Do not leave the unit connected to the AC/DC outlet when the unit is
not being used.
7. Avoid testing in the presence of any substances that contain methyl
alcohol, isopropyl alcohol or acetone. These substances may
interfere with the results of the test.
8. Conditions that increase the amount of ketones on the breath, such
as diabetes and low caloric intake, may cause a false positive test
(showing a non-zero reading when subject hasn’t had any alcohol).
9. BAC changes over time depending on many factors. BAC at one
time can differ from BAC a few minutes later.
10. Do not use this unit with an ignition interlock device or while inside a
vehicle.
11. You cannot use the results of this unit in court of law.
12. Do not use this unit to determine if you or anyone else can operate
any vehicle or machinery.
13. Do not let yourself or anyone else drink and drive. Always use a
designated driver when you or anyone else drinks alcohol.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions 4.88” x 2.19” x .75” (12.4 cm x 5.6 cm x 1.9 cm)
Weight 2.2 oz (63 g) without battery; 3.7 oz (105 g) with battery
Housing Shock resistant, molded plastic
Power Supply One (1) 9V alkaline battery
Battery Life 200 - 300 tests 1
Sensor Technology Sensitive Semiconductor Sensor
Blowing Time 5 seconds
Response Time 3 seconds 1
Digital Display 3 digits (0.00% BAC)
Operating Temperature 10 - 40°C (50 - 104°F)
Detection Range 0.00% - 0.40% BAC
Air Sample 5 seconds
Operation 1 button
Warranty 1 Year Limited Warranty
Calibration Required periodically. Visit www.q3i.com.
1 Estimates, results may vary.
MAINTENANCE CHECK
This feature is to check periodically to ensure the sensor is in good
working condition. This test should be performed without any
alcohol intake.
Step 1) SLIDE UP AND HOLD the ON/OFF power switch for 5
seconds until the device displays “CAL” and begins counting
from 000 to 100% as it prepares the sensor for testing.
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