Q3 Innovations AlcoHAWK Beacon - Manual (Page 8)

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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% BAC or greater a positive test for alcohol
in “zero tolerance” screening. Most states have 0.08% BAC as the legal
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 influence at any
level.
LCD Backlight Color Alcohol Level
Green 0.00 - 0.01% BAC (0.00 - 0.10 ‰BAC, 0.00 - 0.005 mg/l)
Yellow
Between 0.01% BAC (0.00 - 0.10 ‰BAC, 0.00 - 0.005 mg/l)
and alert level
Red Equal to or greater than alert level
Note: Alert level is adjustable, refer to the Set Alert Level section for guidance.
ERROR MESSAGES
Error Message Cause and Course of Action
Flo
The unit was not able to collect a deep lung air sample
because of a short blow. Make sure you blow softly and
continuously until the test is complete. Repeat operation
steps 1 – 5 to perform another test.