3.2
Intended use
The Dräger Alcotest
alcohol concentration in human breath. The measurement is used as an
indication for alcohol intoxication. It is not permitted for therapeutic measures to
be initiated on the basis of the measurement.
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Use
WARNING
Small parts of the device may become detached and be swallowed.
► The device is not intended for children under 3 years.
4.1
Prerequisites for use
The device is factory-calibrated when delivered. If the calibration date is longer
ago than 12 months, the instrument should be calibrated, e.g., by DrägerService.
Observe a wait time of approx. 15 minutes after the last consumption of
alcohol.
The wait time cannot be reduced by rinsing your mouth with water or with
non-alcoholic beverages.
Residual mouth alcohol or aromatic beverages (e.g., fruit juice), mouth
sprays containing alcohol, medication and drops, as well as belching and
vomiting may cause incorrect measuring values.
Rinsing the mouth with water or non-alcoholic drinks does not replace the
wait time!
4.1.1
Before sampling
The subject must breathe regularly and calmly before sampling.
The subject must be able to provide the required minimum breath volume
for the sampling.
4.1.2
Attaching the wrist strap
The wrist strap should be used to secure the device on the wrist.
1.
Guide the fastening lug on the wrist strap through the eye on the device.
2.
Pull the top part of the wrist strap through the fastening lug.
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is a registered trademark of Dräger.
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