Q3 Innovations AlcoHAWK CA2010 - Manual (Page 9)

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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.