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AS FST Calibration Prior
to calibrating an Intoximeters breath alcohol testing instrument, you should
be trained to perform the calibration functions as allowed under your
specific testing program. The calibration procedures below are designed
to help you ensure precise and accurate test results. If, according to
your program, you are not authorized to perform calibrations, please see
your program administrator or contact Intoximeters for assistance.
Typically, a calibration is not required if the results of accuracy checks
are within the programs acceptable tolerance.
The procedure for calibrating an Intoximeters breath alcohol testing
device will vary based on instrument model and type. Refer to the
Operator's Manual of your instrument for specific instructions on
calibrating your device. DO NOT perform this procedure unless you are
authorized to do so.
Getting Started
Below are basic calibration instructions for the Intoximeters
Alco-Sensor FST breath testing instrument. Unless your testing
procedure dictates otherwise, a calibration is only necessary if an accuracy
check has proven the instrument to be out of tolerance. Some users
choose to calibrate the instrument more frequently to ensure that the
instrument remains within tighter tolerances than required by their quality
assurance plan and this process will not damage the instrument.
To calibrate an Alco-Sensor FST, the unit temperature must be between
15ºC - 35ºC. If the temperature is not within this range, the unit
will display E09 or E10 and block the calibration procedure. (Note: An
ASFST standard software requires a calibration alcohol standard
concentration between .015 - .200).
Tools Required: Before beginning
have items available: instrument, calibration standard, new mouthpiece,
calibration logbook
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