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Summary of Contents for Alcohol Countermeasure Systems Alcolock V3 B-2 Series
- Page 1 Instruction Manual...
- Page 2 Alcohol Countermeasure Systems Corp. © 2015 Alcohol Countermeasure Systems The information disclosed in this document is the valuable property of Alcohol Countermeasure Systems and all copyright and other proprietary rights to this document are reserved. No reproduction of this document is...
- Page 3 SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONS The ALCOLOCK V3 alcohol interlock is a device that is designed for easy and safe operation. The following precautions should be followed: • Do not open the handset case. Doing so will void the warranty and potentially damage the components within •...
- Page 4 FRONT VIEW Mouthpiece Status LED SIDE VIEW Sampling port Display Left navigation Right navigation button button Air vent Cable input port *The Navigation Buttons permit the selection of options shown on the display.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ........................1 What is an alcohol interlock?..................1 How does it work? ....................1 Installation ........................1 More information ......................1 Using the ALCOLOCK V3 device .................2 Starting the motor .....................2 Restarting the motor ....................4 Running retests (optional) ..................4 Sharing a vehicle ......................5 Overriding the ALCOLOCK V3 device..............6 Menu options .........................7 Dates ........................7... -
Page 6: Introduction
INTRODUCTION WHAT IS AN ALCOHOL INTERLOCK? An alcohol interlock is an in-vehicle breath alcohol testing device. It prevents a vehicle from starting if it detects that a driver’s breath alcohol concentration (BrAC) is over a preset limit. It is designed to fit inside the vehicle, near the driver’s seat, and connects directly to the vehicle’s ignition system. -
Page 7: Using The Alcolock V3 Device
OPERATING TEMPERATURE The maximum ambient operational temperature is between -40 °C and +85 °C. NOTE: Depending on ambient temperature, handset warm up may take approximately 30 seconds at 20 °C and approximately 1 minute at 0 °C for the 24V ECU. BATTERY VOLTAGE The voltage supplied to the ECU, which in turn powers the handset, is supplied by the vehicle battery. - Page 8 START MOTOR The breath test passed and no alcohol is detected. You may Start start the motor. motor NOTE! The motor must be started within 5 minutes*. CAUTION The breath test passed, but alcohol below the limit has been detected. There are 2 options: Caution Start Wait 5 minutes* and try the test again if you are certain there is...
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Page 9: Restarting The Motor
RESTARTING THE MOTOR If the motor is turned off for less than 5 (or 30) minutes (time depends on the settings of the device), it can be restarted without providing another breath test. This is a safety feature if the motor stalls, or convenient for frequent short stops. Observe the message on the handset: RESTART AVAILABLE The motor can be restarted without providing another breath... -
Page 10: Sharing A Vehicle
SHARING A VEHICLE Drivers with their own handset can operate the same vehicle without reprogramming the ALCOLOCK V3 device. All the custom settings are downloaded into the ECU when a new handset is connected. The handset can be changed with the motor on or off. It is recommended to exchange handsets when the motor is off and the vehicle is parked at a safe location. -
Page 11: Overriding The Alcolock V3 Device
OVERRIDING THE ALCOLOCK V3 DEVICE In emergency situations, the ALCOLOCK V3 device can be overridden using a four- digit Override Code provided by your dealer. This code is randomly generated and changes daily. The use of the override function is stored in the log. 1. -
Page 12: Menu Options
MENU OPTIONS The ALCOLOCK V3 device has a number of menus and customizable options such as language selection, time adjustment, sleep and wake-up time settings. All are found in the Main Menu, which is accessed by pressing and holding the left button. DATES The current clock date and time, calibration dates, lockout date and service date are found in this menu. -
Page 13: Wake-Up Mode
WAKE-UP MODE The handset has the capability to wake-up up to three times a day. This ensures the handset is warmed up and ready before entering the vehicle. NOTE: Before using this option, be sure the vehicle battery has a sufficient charge. The wake-up option is automatically disabled if the handset is not used for three consecutive days. -
Page 14: Time
TIME The time of the handset can be adjusted when changing time zones and daylight savings time. This time adjustment is primarily for the Wake-up feature and does not change the times in the Dates menu. 1. Press and hold the left button to access the Main Menu. Press the left button to scroll to Time. -
Page 15: Maintenance & Troubleshooting
MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING ACCESSING MAINTENANCE FUNCTIONS ALCOLOCK V3 device maintenance functions can only be accessed by your dealer using a System Code provided from ACS. This code is randomly generated and changes daily. The use of this function is stored in the log. SERVICING THE VEHICLE When the vehicle requires service and an ALCOLOCK V3 device is installed, a Dealer Code provided from your dealer can be used to start the motor. -
Page 16: Display Messages
DISPLAY MESSAGES The ALCOLOCK V3 device may not accept a breath test and could display error messages instead. To minimize errors, make sure that the handset is connected properly, the vehicle’s battery is in good condition, and that mobile phones are not in use during breath tests. - Page 17 Missed retest Occurs when a retest is not Complete the test as required. done within the three-minute time frame. Pull Over, Turn Off Occurs in response to a failed Pull over at the first safe Engine alcohol test while driving. opportunity and turn the motor off.
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Page 18: Disposal Of Device At End Of Service Life
DISPOSAL OF DEVICE AT END OF SERVICE LIFE Return to your dealer for removal of the ALCOLOCK V3 device from your vehicle. Following the removal, disposal of the device (ECU, handset, or both) at the end of its service life can be done by: •... -
Page 19: Index
INDEX Accuracy, 7 Options, 7 Alcohol influence, 1 Override code, 6 Alcohol interlock, 1 Replacement parts, 13 Battery voltage, 2 Restart, 4 Blowing, 2 RF, 12 Running retests, 4 Calibration, 10 Caution, 3 Sharing a vehicle, 5 Clock, 9 Sleep mode, 8 Customizing options, 7 Stall protect, 4 Starting the vehicle, 2... - Page 20 IRM-ENG-60-000128-F © 2015...
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