Hama MW900: d Bedienungsanleitung

d Bedienungsanleitung: Hama MW900

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Limitation of liability

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All technical information, data and instructions contained

in these operating instructions were current at the time of

printing and written to the best of our knowledge based on

previous experiences and findings.

Therefore, no claims can be derived from the specifications,

illustrations and descriptions contained in these

instructions.

The manufacturer accepts no liability for damages caused

by failure to observe these instructions, improper use or

repairs, unauthorised device modifications or the use of

non-approved spare parts.

Safety

This chapter contains important safety instructions for

handling the device.

This device complies with the applicable safety regulations.

However, improper use can lead to personal injury or

material damage.

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Handling the batteries

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WARNING

Danger due to improper use!

Danger may result from the improper use of

batteries.

Always use batteries of the same type.

When inserting the batteries, ensure that the polarity

is correct. Reverse polarity can result in damage to

both the batteries and the device.

Never throw batteries into a fire, as they may

explode.

The battery poles must not come into contact

with metal objects or with one another (whether

accidentally or intentionally). This can result in

overheating, explosion or fire.

Keep batteries out of the reach of children. If

swallowed, seek medical attention immediately.

Leaking battery acid can cause permanent damage

to the device. Exercise extreme caution when

handling damaged or leaking batteries. Danger of

chemical burns! Wear protective gloves.

Remove the batteries if the device is not used for an

extended period of time.

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Basic safety instructions

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Observe the following safety instructions to ensure safe

handling of the device:

The device should only be assembled by adults. Keep

small parts out of reach of children during assembly.

Do not allow children to play with parts of the device or

the device itself.

The values measured using this device serve only as

orientation values for the alcohol content in your body.

Faulty components may be replaced with original spare

parts only. Only original spare parts can guarantee that

applicable safety requirements are adhered to.

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Device description

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1

Mouthpiece

1

2

READY/BLOW indicator

2

3

Display

3

8

4

Warning symbol

9

4

10

5

- button

5

6

Display lights

6

7

BLOW button

11

8

“Do not drive” symbol

12

9

Unit of measurement

7

13

10

Battery charge state

11

ASC (automatic sensor

cleaning) indicator

12

ERROR indicator

13

START button

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Getting started

Safety instructions

WARNING

Personal injury and material damage may occur

when using the device for the first time.

Observe the following safety instructions to avoid

these dangers.

Packaging materials may not be used as toys. Risk

of suffocation!

Extent of delivery and delivery inspection

The device is delivered with the following components as

standard:

Alcohol tester

Plastic tubes (6x)

2 cleaning caps

AAA batteries (3x)

Air blower

Operating instructions

NOTE

Check the delivery for completeness and visible

damage. Inform your supplier in the event of

incomplete or damaged deliveries.

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Disposing of packaging materials

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The packaging protects the device from damage during

transportation. The packaging materials have been selected

according to environmental and disposal factors and can

therefore be recycled.

Recycling packaging saves raw materials and

reduces the volume of waste. Dispose of packaging

materials that are no longer needed according to

locally applicable regulations.

NOTE

If possible, retain the original packaging for the

duration of the warranty period so that you can pack

the device properly in the event of warranty claims.

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Inserting the batteries

u

Open the battery compartment by

sliding down the back cover.

u

Insert the batteries. Ensure that

the polarity is correct.

u

Replace the cover of the battery

compartment.

NOTE

Do not use empty batteries and new batteries at

the same time.

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Operation

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Switching the device on and off

u

To switch the device on, press the button (5) and hold

it down for approximately 3 seconds.

u

To switch it off, press the

button (5) briefly.

Automatic sensor cleaning (ASC)

NOTE

Perform the automatic sensor cleaning process:

before the device is used for the first time and

if the device has not been used for a long

period of time (at least a week).

When the device is used for the first time, ASC begins

automatically once the batteries are inserted.

u

Hold the cleaning cap (included in delivery).

u

Apply approximately 3-4 drops of alcohol to the

cleaning cap and place it onto the mouthpiece (1).

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CAUTION

The sensor may be damaged if the alcohol

concentration is too high.

Using alcohol with a high concentration may cause

damage to the sensor.

Always use alcohol with a concentration of 3-5%.

u

To start ASC, press and hold down the BLOW button (7)

and the

button (5) for three seconds, until the device

beeps twice.

The cleaning process takes approximately 10 minutes.

“ASC” flashes on the display (11) throughout the entire

cleaning process. Remaining time is indicated on the

display as a number between 0 and 10. After the cleaning

process is complete, the device beeps once. As soon as this

happens, switch the device off.

NOTE

You can cancel the ASC process at any time by

switching off the device.

u

Remove the cleaning cap and blow fresh air several

times into the mouthpiece (1) using the air blower

(included in delivery) in order to

remove any leftover alcohol.

u

Start the device’s self cleaning process

(see the chapter entitled “Cleaning the

device”).

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Cleaning the device (CLEAN)

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NOTE

Clean the device before each alcohol test to

make sure that there is no leftover alcohol in the

measuring chamber.

The cleaning process starts automatically when you switch

the device on.

u

During the cleaning process, the display (1) shows a

countdown from 18 to 0 and READY (2) flashes on the

display until the device beeps twice.

u

Press and hold down the BLOW button (7) for five

seconds until the device beeps.

u

The measured value is now graphically displayed (3).

If “0.0” is displayed, there is no more leftover alcohol.

The self-test procedure is now complete and the device

is ready for use.

If, however, a different value or “HI” is displayed, switch off

the device and clean it again using the provided air blower

in order to remove the leftover alcohol.

After that, switch the device back on, and wait for a value of

0.0” to be displayed.

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Performing an alcohol test

NOTE

The test cannot provide accurate results unless

you have not smoked or consumed alcohol for at

least 20 minutes prior to testing.

u

Rinse your mouth thoroughly with water. Place one of the

plastic tubes provided onto the mouthpiece (1) and switch

the device on.

The device begins the self-test procedure, with a countdown

from 18 to 0 shown on the display.

After the countdown is complete, the device beeps twice, and

BLOW and READY flash on the display.

u

Blow into the plastic tubes for approximately 5 seconds

while holding down the BLOW button (7). The device

beeps and the measured value is displayed along with

an alarm message, if necessary (see the chapter entitled

“Evaluating the alcohol test”).

NOTE

If the device does not detect a breath sample,

ERROR (12) appears on the display and the device

beeps several times. Restart the alcohol test by

pressing the SET START button (13).

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Evaluating the alcohol test

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NOTE

Test results may vary if the user has diabetes.

The measured value is

Measured value

smaller than 0.2‰ BAC

displayed.

Warning level

Measured value

between 0.3 and 0.5‰

The device beeps 3 times.

The warning symbol flashes

(4) and the sound of a

skidding car is heard. The

measured value is displayed.

Alarm level

Measured value

between 0.5 and 1.5‰

The device beeps. The “Do

not drive” symbol (8) flashes,

and the sound of colliding

cars is heard. The measured

value is displayed.

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Cleaning and care

Safety instructions

WARNING

Danger due to leaking battery acid!

Leaking battery acid can cause injuries (skin irritation)

and damage to the device.

Wash your hands thoroughly after use.

Cleaning

Clean the device with a damp cloth and a mild cleaning

agent only.

Clean the used plastic tubes using a mild cleaning

agent.

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Storage and disposal

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Storage

Remove the batteries from the compartment if you do not

plan to use the device for a long period of time.

Store the device in a dry environment.

Disposing of the device

Dispose of this product in accordance with the

European 2002/96/EC Waste Electrical and

Electronic Equipment (WEEE) directive. Please

contact your local waste disposal authority if you

have any additional questions.

Make sure to dispose of the batteries in an

environmentally-friendly manner and in accordance

with local regulations.

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Appendix

EU declaration of conformity

This device complies with the basic requirements and other

relevant regulations of EMC directive 2004/108/EC.

The original declaration of conformity can be found in full at

http://www.hama.com.

Technical specifications

Measuring range 0,0 - 1,5 ‰ BAC

±0,2 ‰ BAC

Measuring accuracy

(at “Alarm level”)

3 x 1,5 V

Power supply

(AAA batteries)

Display LCD

5-second uninterrupted

Breath sample

breath sample

Recovery time Approx. 19 seconds

Dimensions Approx.

105 x 45 x 22 mm

Approx. 50 g

Weight (without batteries)

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