TABLE OF CONTENTS This device is intended to measure alcohol in human breath. Measurements obtained by this device are used in the diagnosis of alcohol intoxication.
INTRODUCTION The BACtrack® is a professional alcohol screening device, used for the detection of alcohol in the breath. The BACtrack provides a digital result indicating the approximate BAC (Blood Alcohol Content) of the test subject. The BACtrack is easy to use; simply turn on the unit and begin testing in a matter of seconds. Before you begin testing, please read this manual in its entirety and familiarize yourself with the BACtrack.
approximately the same amount of alcohol as 1 ml of blood. ALCOHOL IS A DRUG Alcohol is the chemical (ethanol or ethyl alcohol) resulting from the fermentation of grapes or grain. Alcohol is absorbed directly into your bloodstream. From your bloodstream, the fluids in your body tissues absorb the alcohol. Your brain is made up of a large concentration of fluids and will absorb a large amount of any alcohol you drink.
Some mental impairment can occur when you have been drinking, including: • Reduced awareness of danger • Becoming overly confident and reckless • Difficulty in making decisions • Reduction in balance • Slowed reflexes • Impaired judgment HOW DOES ALCOHOL AFFECT MY DRIVING? We can’t emphasize enough how dangerous it is for you to drink and drive. Your vision and your brain are the most important factors in driving safely.
EFFECTS OF ALCOHOL* BAC | Dose-Specific Effects 5 0.02-0.03%BAC Slight euphoria. Loss of shyness. Depressant effects are not apparent. Impairment possible in some individuals. 0.04-0.06%BAC Feeling of well-being, relaxation, lower inhibitions and sensation of warmth. Euphoria. Some minor impairment of reasoning and memory. Lowering of caution. Driving skills may be impaired at this level of intoxication. 0.07-0.09%BAC Slight impairment of balance, speech, vision, reaction time, and hearing. Euphoria.
The generally accepted legal standard for alcohol intoxication in the United States is 0.08%. However, your driving skills can be impaired at any level above 0.00% BAC. It is never safe to drink any amount of alcohol and drive. * The effects of alcohol intoxication are greatly influenced by individual variations among users. Some users will be intoxicated at a much lower BAC than shown on the previous page. ** Death can occur at a lower BAC in some individuals.
COMPONENTS DIAGRAM FRONT VIEW FRONT LED LIGHT Light is on when unit is on REAR LED LIGHT Light is on if in BACtrack App Mode BLOW AREA POWER BUTTON BATTERY COVER (BACK) 7
PRODUCT OVERVIEW YOU CONTROL HOW YOUR BAC RESULTS ARE DELIVERED, EITHER: 1. 2. To the screen directly on your BACtrack - this is Standalone mode. No results are saved or transmitted in this mode. OR To the BACtrack App on your mobile device - this is BACtrack App mode. You have the option to save results in this mode. NOTE: The blue LED light on the rear of your BACtrack will indicate which mode you are in. If the light is on, you are in BACtrack App mode. If the light is off, you are in Standalone mode.
STEP 4: Your BACtrack will display “Warming Up” and then count down. When the countdown approaches 2, begin to inhale a deep breath. STEP 5: When the countdown reaches zero, “BLOW” will flash on the screen. Blow steadily and consistently for six seconds through the mouthpiece - do not blow as hard as possible. Your BACtrack emits a beeping sound during the breath sample. Stop blowing when the beeping sound stops. There is a click at the end - that’s the air pump pulling air across the sensor.
BACtrack APP OPERATION STEP 1: Install one AAA alkaline battery in the battery compartment. STEP 2: If you would like to use a mouthpiece, attach it to your BACtrack. Note: Using a mouthpiece is optional. STEP 3: Download the BACtrack App from the App Store or Google Play Store. STEP 4: Go to Settings on your mobile device to confirm Bluetooth® is on; this will ensure your BACtrack will pair with the app. STEP 5: Open the BACtrack App on your mobile device.
STEP 7: Tap “BAC Test” to initiate the testing process. While the BACtrack sensor warms up, you have the opportunity to “Guess Your BAC.” This is optional and will not affect your final reading. Your BAC guess and actual result will be displayed so you can compare your perception to an actual number. Using this feature over time, you’ll notice you are much better at understanding how alcohol affects your body.
TROUBLESHOOTING LOW BATTERY Install a new alkaline AAA battery. ERROR:TEMPERATURE If your BACtrack is powered on outside of the acceptable temperature range (0-40 °C or 32-104 °F), testing cannot be performed. Power off unit and retest once it has been stored in an acceptable environment. ERROR: BLOW STEADILY FOR 6 SECONDS Please press the power button to restart the countdown cycle and retest. ERROR: NO BLOW DETECTED Please press the power button to restart the countdown cycle and retest.
BACtrack app on a mobile device. Please make sure Bluetooth is enabled on the mobile device. FAQs WHY IS THE REAR BLUE LED LIGHT ON? You are in BACtrack App mode. Your results will be delivered to your BACtrack app. WHY ARE MY RESULTS NOT SHOWING UP ON THE LED SCREEN? You are not in Standalone mode. Hold the power button for seven seconds to switch modes. WHY CAN’T THE APP FIND MY DEVICE? Your BACtrack is not in BACtrack App mode. Hold the power button for seven seconds to switch modes. PRECAUTIONS 1.
These substances may interfere with the results of the test. 5. Replace the AAA alkaline battery when the battery indicator icon reaches one bar. Caution: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type . Dispose of used battery according to the instructions. 6. Send your BACtrack in for periodic calibration service as required. (See Calibration). 7. Your BACtrack is designed to be used in a temperature range of 32-104 °F (0-40 °C). 8.
POWER SUPPLY One AAA alkaline battery BATTERY LIFE Approximately 300 tests WARM UP TIME 10-20 seconds RESPONSE TIME 10 - 20 seconds OPERATING TEMPERATURE 32-104 °F (0-40 °C) VERIFICATION AND CALIBRATION The BACtrack is calibrated during manufacture using advanced alcohol simulation equipment. Known alcohol concentrations are passed through the sensor to set baseline values for testing. During testing, the unit compares breath samples to these baseline values.
CALIBRATION INSTRUCTIONS Please visit www.bactrack.com/calibration or call 877.334.6876 for information on how to get your BACtrack recalibrated. During recalibration, a professional technician will reset the sensor baseline values and also perform a full diagnostic check to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the product.
EXCLUSIONS, LIMITATIONS, AND DISCLAIMERS KHN Solutions makes no warranties, express or implied, as to the ability of this product to determine whether, or the extent to which, a test subject’s mental or physical functioning, or judgment, may be impaired by blood alcohol including whether the test subject is intoxicated under any definition of that word. KHN solutions expressly disclaims any liability for direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages of any nature under any legal theory.
permitted or intended uses described by KHN Solutions; (c) to consequences caused by service performed by anyone who is not a representative of KHN Solutions or a KHN Solutions. Authorized Service Provider; or (d) to a product or part that has been modified to alter functionality or capability without the written permission of KHN Solutions.
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES UNDER ANY LEGAL THEORY, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF USE; LOSS OF REVENUE OR INCOME; LOSS OF ACTUAL OR ANTICIPATED PROFITS (INCLUDING LOSS OF PROFITS FROM A CONTRACT); LOSS OF THE USE OF MONEY; LOSS OF ANTICIPATED SAVINGS; LOSS OF BUSINESS; LOSS OF OPPORTUNITY; LOSS OF GOODWILL, OR LOSS OF REPUTATION. This Breath Alcohol Tester is intended to measure alcohol in human breath. Readings obtained by this device are used in the diagnosis of alcohol intoxication.
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
RSS-GEN, ISSUE 4, NOVEMBER 2014: This device complies with ISEDC license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference; 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Radiation Exposure Statement : This equipment complies with the IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
Obtain a Return Authorization (RA) number by emailing support@ bactrack.com. When shipping the product back to KHN Solutions, please package the product carefully and ship using a major carrier (UPS, FedEx, USPS, etc). To ensure proper credit for a returned item, be sure to obtain a delivery confirmation on the return shipment. The customer is responsible for all return shipping charges.
