BDI BDI-747 User Manual

BDI-747

User Guide

(877) 238- 4492

www.blowanddrive.com

Table of Contents

The BDI-747 User Guide .................................................. 2

The BDI-747 Ignition Interlock Device: ........................... 3

Reading the Lights on your BDI-747: .............................. 4

Starting Your Vehicle:...................................................... 5

Standard Test: ............................................................. 5

Test Results: ................................................................ 6

Rolling Retests: ............................................................ 6

Service Requirements: .................................................... 7

Violations and Early Service Recalls: ............................... 8

Helpful Tips: .................................................................... 9

BDI-747 Components: ................................................... 11

Defective Equipment: ............................................... 12

Contact Information:..................................................... 13

1 The BDI-747 User Guide |

The BDI-747 User Guide

This booklet should be kept in your vehicle at all times,

and should only be used as a guide. If you have any

problems, or do not understand proper operation of the

BDI-747 Ignition Interlock Device, please call Blow &

Drive Interlock Inc. during normal business hours at:

(877) 238 -4492

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The BDI-747 Ignition Interlock Device:

The BDI-747 Ignition Interlock Installed within your

vehicle is an electronic breath alcohol analyzer.

The BDI-747 Ignition Interlock is connected with the

ignition and other control systems of your motor

vehicle.

The BDI-747 Ignition Interlock measures the BAC (Blood
Alcohol Content) of the driver of your vehicle, and

prevents the vehicle from being started if the driver’s

BAC exceeds the preset limit determined by the state’s

specifications.

The BDI-747 Ignition Interlock is comprised of a

detachable Sample Head and a Data Logger Module.

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Reading the Lights on your BDI-747:

Power to Handset is On:
Left Light = Red
Right Light = Red & Blue

Power to Handset is Off:
Left Light = Red
Right Light = Off
(Holding the middle button down for about five seconds
until the right light turns blue and stays on will turn the
device on.)

Handset Locked (Must Reboot):
Left Light = Red
Right Light = Solid Blue
(To reboot the handset at any time hold down all three
buttons for about five seconds until the screen flashes

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or turns off. Then release the buttons. The device will
reboot.)

To Enter Password Mode:
Power to handset must be on & the screen must be
blank. Hold down the right button and then turn the car
to the on (Acc) position. Tap the password box, a
number pad will appear. Enter the code, then close the
number pad. Then, hit enter.

Starting Your Vehicle:

Standard Test:

1. Turn the ignition key to the ON position. (DO

NOT TURN THE KEY TO THE START POSITION
AT THIS TIME.) Make sure your mouthpiece is

inserted into the handset.

2. Hold down the middle button until the right

light turns blue.

3. Make sure the device reads “LINK ON” if it does

not, then turn the key back to the OFF position

then back to the ON position.

4. The display will indicate the next service date.

5. Wait until the display indicates “Test required,

Please Provide Breath Sample”.

6. Take a deep breath and blow steadily until the

unit produces an audible click.

7. The display will then read “Measuring Sample”

and show a progress bar.

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Test Results:

If you were successful, the display will read “Test

Passed”. You have 2 minutes to start the vehicle.

If you were unsuccessful, the display may read “Blow
test error, Please try again”. You did not blow hard

enough or long enough to complete the test. You may

immediately attempt another breath test.

The display may also read “Test failed”. Wait for the

system to reset and try again. Depending on the
regulations in your state you will be given a specific

number of opportunities to pass the test. If you are

unable to pass the test with the allotted number of
attempts the unit will lockout for a preset amount of

time. Once the lockout is over you will be given another

series of attempts to pass the test.

Rolling Retests:

After the vehicle has been running for a predetermined
period, you will hear a beeping sound and the display
will read “Please blow rolling test”. The display will also

show a countdown indicating the amount of time you
have left to complete the rolling test. You must

successfully deliver a breath sample in order to

complete the test. The breath sample will be he same as

the initial test.

The display will again show “Measuring Sample” and a

progress bar. You will also receive one of the test result

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prompts described in the Test Result section of this

guide.

Additional rolling retests will occur randomly during the
operation of the vehicle depending on your state’s

requirements.

If you miss or fail a rolling retest the unit WILL NOT stop

your vehicle, however, your vehicles horn will sound
and your headlights will flash and an audible tone will

be emitted from the unit until the vehicle is stopped. A

new breath test will be required to restart the vehicle. If
your state’s requirements do not allow for the use of

the vehicle’s horn or headlights then they will not be

activated.

PLEASE NOTE:

IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT WHEN A RETEST REQUEST

OCCURS YOU SHOULD SAFELY STOP YOUR VEHICLE AT

THE SIDE OF THE ROADWAY TO CONDUCT THE TEST;

AND THEN CONTINUE YOUR TRAVEL ONCE THE TEST

HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED.

Service Requirements:

The system indicates the next service appointment every

time it prepares for a test. You are required by the state to

have your device serviced at regular intervals. Your next

appointment, as scheduled on your paperwork, should be the

same as the date in the display. Should the system reset the

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service days, the date displayed on the unit will change to

indicate the day the unit will lock out.

If the unit enters the stop service mode, you will need to

contact Blow & Drive Interlock, Inc. for assistance.

Violations and Early Service Recalls:

Certain events will cause the interlock device to automatically

enter an early service recall state. The interlock device must

be reset within a certain number of days to prevent it from
entering a stop service mode. IF THE INTERLOCK DEVICE

ENTERS STOP SERVICE MODE YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO
USE THE DEVICE OR START YOUR VEHICLE. YOU WILL BE
REQUIRED TO PAY A $50.00 RESET FEE.

If the event of an early service recall OR stop service mode,
you must call Blow & Drive Interlock, Inc. at 1-877-238-4492

to report the early service and to schedule an appointment to

have the interlock device reset. You may also be provided

with a code that can be entered into your interlock that will

reset the device. The following circumstances may cause an

early service:

• Attempting to start your vehicle prior to taking a

breath test or tampering with the device will cause a
start violation. You will have 5 days to have the
device serviced before it enters the Stop Service
mode.

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• Failing or refusing a rolling retest will result in a

retest violation. You will have 5 days to have the
device serviced before it enters the Stop Service
mode.

• Repeatedly disconnecting the vehicle’s battery or

having maintenance work done to the vehicle can
also cause the unit to enter the early service mode.
If this happens, you will have 5 days to have the
device serviced before it enters the Stop Service
mode.

• If you have too many fails within the monitoring

period a BrAC violation will occur. You will have 5
days to have the device serviced before it enters the
Stop Service mode.

Helpful Tips:

• It is highly recommended that you remove the

handset when shutting off and exiting the vehicle in
order to shorten the warm up time and protect
against theft.

• Also, when turning off the vehicle, the unit will

display a countdown. This indicates the amount of
time you have before the unit powers down. The
vehicle can be restarted at any time during this
countdown.. Wait until the unit powers down
before disconnecting the handset.

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• Hold the middle button on the head to power down

the device.

• Retain all receipts for parts or service performed on

your vehicle. It is highly recommended you be
present for repairs to your vehicle. You will need to
provide your interlock service center with these
receipts if a bypass is recorded on your device.

• You can safely replace your vehicle’s battery and

change your oil with an interlock system installed.
NOTE: It is recommended that you disconnect your
sample head before attempting to service your
vehicle’s battery.

• Wait at least 15 minutes after using a product that

contains alcohol or after eating before attempting a
breath test. Products such as mouthwash, cough
syrup, and breath sprays may contain alcohol.
Eating certain foods may result in a positive alcohol
reading.

• WARNING: Before taking a test make sure all food

and other substances are completely out of your
mouth. Clear your lungs several times. If needed,
drink water before a test to assure that no foreign
substances are present. Introducing liquids, food
particles, or tobacco smoke can affect the unit’s
operation.

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BDI-747 Components:

Mouthpieces: Only mouthpieces obtained from Blow &

Drive Interlock, Inc. may be used in your interlock device’s

sample head.

Sample Head: The sample head is the portion of the

interlock device that accepts your breath sample. An LCD

screen on the face of the head provides user information

such as service dates, error messages, test results, and test

instructions. Three buttons located beneath the screen allow

the user to enter service codes. These buttons are not

normally used during operation of the device. Please contact

Blow & Drive Interlock prior to entering a code. The sample

head should be taken out of the vehicle when it is not in use.

Coiled Cord: The coiled cord is the cable that connects the

head to the data logger. The ring connectors on the head and

coiled cord can be detached by pulling down on silver ring nut

and gently pulling the cable out of the head unit so that the

head can be used wirelessly or taken out of the vehicle. Make

sure the coiled cord is placed in a secure location when the

head is not connected in order to avoid damage. It is also a

good idea to check the connectors on the head and coiled

cord for dirt and debris regularly as either could prevent the

device from functioning properly.

Data Logger: The data logger is the portion of the unit that

contains the starter, horn, and headlight relays. It also

contains secondary data storage. This prevents complete data

loss in the event of a sample head malfunction. This portion

of the device is located under the dash of your vehicle and is

not accessible to the user.

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Defective Equipment:

If it becomes necessary to repair or replace defective

equipment, please contact Blow & Drive Interlock, Inc. to

schedule a service appointment.

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Contact Information:

Please contact your service center with any service,

appointment, or payment inquiries.

Blow & Drive Interlock, Inc.

877-238-4492

www.blowanddrive.com

Office Hours: Monday – Friday 10AM to 4PM PST

BLOW & DRIVE INTERLOCK, INC. SERVICE

CENTERS:

Call Blow & Drive Interlock, Inc. For Service

Center Locations

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