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Alco-Sensor FST
Canadian Version
Parts of this Manual have been ad apted from the following:
Intoximeters, Inc. - Supervisor's Manual (with permission)
Produced by:
Forensic Science and Identification Services
National Centre for Forensic Services - Alberta
May 2012
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  • Page 1 Alco-Sensor FST Canadian Version Calibrator’s Manual Parts of this Manual have been ad apted from the following: Intoximeters, Inc. - Supervisor’s Manual (with permission) Produced by: Forensic Science and Identification Services National Centre for Forensic Services - Alberta May 2012...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    6.0 Alco-Sensor FST® ........

  • Page 3: Introduction

    2.0 I NTRODUCTION Enforcement of impaired driving remains as a high priority in policing operations. Much of this enforcement is dependant on scientific instruments both for screening of alcohol and in evidentiary results. Technology in breath alcohol testing is constantly evolving and improving. The Alco-Sensor FST®...

  • Page 4: Procedure For Simulator Operation

    1. Ensure simulator jar and tubing are clean and dry. Pour 500 mL of appropriate ethyl alcohol standard (“100" solution) into the simulator jar. Record the name of the manufacturer, lot number and expiry date, of the simulator solution on the Alco-Sensor FST® calibration log. DO NOT USE THE SIMULATOR SOLUTION AFTER THE EXPIRY DATE.

  • Page 5: Alco-Sensor Fst

    When performing an accuracy check, if the result of the accuracy check is within an acceptable tolerance of the stated value of the standard, the Alco-Sensor FST® is considered to be calibrated. If the reading is not within the acceptable tolerance, then the Alco-Sensor FST® must have its calibration adjusted.

  • Page 6: Performing A Calibration

    E09 or E10 and block the calibration procedure. 1. Attach a new clean mouthpiece to the Alco-Sensor FST® and power the device ON by first pressing and holding the OFF button and then simultaneously pressing ON button.

  • Page 7: Calibration Tag

    According to the Recommended Standards and Procedures of the Canadian Society of Forensic Science Alcohol Test Committee, the calibration of the Alco-Sensor FST® shall be checked by a qualified Alco- Sensor FST® calibrator with an alcohol standard at least every 31 days.

  • Page 8: Calibration Procedure

    Each operator must confirm the next annual inspection date of the Alco-Sensor FST® prior to use. An ASD must not be used after the next inspection date that is listed on the tag.
  • Page 9 C to 34.2 NOTE: Simulator solution can be used to calibrate more than one unit. It must be discarded after 16 tests or at the end of calibration session. Record alcohol standard information on the Alco-Sensor FST® calibration log. ACCURACY CHECK: CALIBRATION: 1.
  • Page 10 6.5 Alco-Sensor FST® Calibration Log Serial Number: Police Agency: Alcohol Standard Information TRIALS Calibrated by Manufacturer: Lot Number: Expiry Date: Name Date -10- FST® ’ ENSOR ALIBRATOR ANUAL...

  • Page 11: Care And Maintenance

    In addition, the Alco-Sensor FST® has a battery cover with the proper polarity displayed on the outside of the battery cover. You can also use this to verify that the batteries have been installed correctly.

  • Page 12: Trouble Shooting

    8.6 Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) Sensor (E12/rF1) RFI detection is built into the Alco-Sensor FST®. The casing of the device is designed to provide RFI shielding for the electronics. If an interference signal is detected by the RF sensor, the test will be voided and E12/rF will be displayed on the Alco-Sensor FST®.

  • Page 13: Temperature Out Of Range

    NOTE: Accessing Pass Code Features The Alco-Sensor FST® as approved for use in Canada has a pass code security feature enabled on the Calibration menu function. This ensures that only those persons trained in the operation of the pass code function and Calibration procedure can access this function.

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