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Operation – Q3 Innovations AlcoHAWK Beacon User Manual

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OPERATION

Wait 20 minutes after the subject smokes, eats or drinks before

testing. Failure to wait 20 minutes can give inaccurate BAC

readings and harm the sensor.
Step 1)
Place a fitted cover over the mouthpiece each time you test

another individual.

Step 2) If it has been more than 24 hours since the device was last

used,

prime the sensor by blowing into the mouthpiece for 4

to 5 seconds

before turning on the device.

Step 3) PRESS the Power Button and HOLD for one (1) second. A

single beep will sound and the device will display the room

temperature.

Note: The device will shut off after 30 seconds of non-use.

Step 4) PRESS the Left Button and the device will count down from 99

as it prepares the sensor for testing.

Note: The device will restart a count down from 10 if the sensor is not

ready within the first countdown.

Step 5) WAIT until the unit displays “rdY” and you hear a SINGLE

BEEP. Take a DEEP BREATH AND BLOW STEADILY for at

least 5 seconds. The unit will display “bL” and count from 1 to 5

while you blow. A

SINGLE BEEP sounds to signal completion

of the testing. Your estimated BAC will be displayed in the LCD

and the backlight indicates the alert level.

Note: The device will shut off after 10 seconds of non-use.