Monitech Interlock Systems QuicTest QT-1 Operator's Manual

Monitech Interlock Systems QuicTest User Manual Rev A 2-16-08

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Operators Manual

Monitech Interlock Systems
215 Southport Drive
Suite 400
Morrisville, NC 27560
919 459 1700 local
800-521-4246 toll free

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Monitech Interlock Systems QuicTest User Manual Rev A 2-16-08

Table of Contents

1. Important Information……………………………………………………. 3

2. QuicTest Overview………………………………………………………. 4

3. QuicTest Menu Functions

• Wakeup………………………………………………………….... 4

• Menu Mode………………………………………………………… 4

• Redundant buttons………………………………………………. 5

• Personal Identification Number (PIN)………………………….. 5

• Start Test………………………………………………………….. 5

• BAC Check………………………………………………………… 5

• Volume Adjust…………………………………………………….. 5

• Language Selection………………………………………………. 5

• Sample Head Removal…………………………………………… 5

• Service Mode……………………………………………………… 6

• Override Mode…………………………………………………….. 6

• Appointment Check……………………………………………….. 6

• System Info………………………………………………………… 6

4. Glossary of Terms………………………………………………………… 6

5. Taking a Breath Test……………………………………………………… 8

6. Starting your vehicle with QuicTest……………………………………... 9

7. Information about Alcohol Failures……………………………………… 11

8. QuicTest operation while driving your vehicle………………………..…11

• Running Mode……………………………………………………..11

• Required Tests………………………………………………….... 11

• If your vehicle stalls……………………………………………….13

• Restricted Driving Times….……………………………………...13

9. Service Mode……………………………………………………………….13

10. Override Mode…………………………………………………………….. 14

11. How to care for you Interlock Sample Head…………………………….14

12. Potential Difficulties with QuicTest……………………………………….15

13. Potential Difficulties with your vehicle…………………………………... 15

14. Monitor Appointments…………………………………………………….. 16

15. Interlock Program Do’s and Don’ts………………………………………16

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Section 1 IMPORTANT INFORMATION for the QuicTest BAIID

The QuicTest Breath Alcohol Ignition Interlock Device offers state of the art alcohol measuring
and driver interaction, however, the use of this device does not guarantee the driver’s ability to
safely operate a motor vehicle. Under no circumstances should you attempt to drive if you have
been consuming alcohol. This not only puts you and other driver’s at risk, but may violate the
terms of your Interlock Program, subjecting you to additional fines and / or the loss of your
license.

There are no user serviceable parts in your Interlock unit. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN OR
TAMPER with any part of the device. Doing so WILL disable your vehicle, and be a violation of
your program, resulting in additional fees and / or the loss of your license.

Do not attempt to introduce anything other than clean human breath into the device. Introduction
of any other sample will result in an Invalid Sample, and abort the test, and prevent your vehicle
from starting.

Test criteria requires a clean mouth cavity (no eating, drinking, etc.) for five minutes prior to
blowing a sample. Remember to remove gum, candy, smokeless tobacco, and foodstuffs, etc.
from your mouth and to clear your lungs / mouth of any cigarette smoke or other fumes before
taking the test. The QuicTest Interlock will not fail you for substances other than alcohol, but
other substances (especially

cigarette smoke) can damage the Interlock. BE CAREFUL; YOU

WILL BE CHARGED FOR ANY DAMAGE TO THE INTERLOCK CAUSED BY CIGARETTE
SMOKE OR OTHER FOREIGN SUBSTANCES BLOWN, SPRAYED, POURED, OR SPILLED
INTO THE UNIT.

Do not attempt to abuse or mistreat the device in any way. Such activity may be detected and
recorded, and may result in service charges, fines or loss of license.

WARNING: Do not attempt to circumvent the device by starting the vehicle in any manner other
than the normal ignition method. Do not attempt to remove or modify any wiring or other
equipment installed as part of the device installation. Doing so may result in service charges,
fines, loss of license, damage to the vehicle or electrical shock.

No other person is allowed to take a Breath Test other than the person intending to drive the
vehicle.

WARNING: Attempting to instruct and/or allow any person underage or without a valid driver’s
license to perform the Ignition Interlock Testing Procedure is a direct violation of Program rules
and will result in removal of the Interlock and subsequent license revocation.

As always, you should buckle your seat belt and be an alert and courteous driver at all times.
The life you save may be yours.

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Section 2 QuicTest Sample Head Overview

Figure 2-1 Sample Head – Front View Figure 2-2 Sample Head – Back View

1. Display Window 1. Trigger Button

2. Mouth Piece Port 2. Serial Number

3. Disposable Mouth Piece 3. Mounting Clip

4. Left (Back, <<<) Button

5. Right (Next, >>>) Button

6. Detachable Coil Cord Connector

7. Speaker Ports

Section 3 QuicTest User Menu

Unit Wake Up

Under normal circumstances, the unit will go to “sleep” within 3 to 6 minutes (sometimes longer).
This is indicated by an asterisk (*) that slowly moves across the bottom of the display. To wake
the unit up you may either pick it up and move it, or press any button. The unit will wakeup and
say “QuicTest by Monitech”. A brief stand by period (countdown) may begin, depending on how
long the unit has been asleep and the outside temperature. During this time the unit is verifying
that it is functioning properly and warming up. At the end of the standby period, the LCD will
display “START TEST”, unless there are lockouts, recalls, or other service needs. These will be
addressed in a later section.

Menu Mode

After the unit has woke up and played any recall messages or other notifications, the display will
read “START TEST”. At this point the unit is in MENU MODE, and any of the following functions
described below are available by using the BACK, NEXT and TRIGGER buttons.

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Redundant Buttons
In the event that any of the 3 buttons used to operate the unit becomes inoperable, the
remaining buttons will assume that function, as follows:

• If the LEFT button is not working, use the RIGHT button to scroll all the way around.

• If the RIGHT button is not working, use the LEFT button to scroll all the way around.

• If the TRIGGER is not working at any time, press BOTH the LEFT AND RIGHT buttons at

the same time for TRIGGER functionality.

Personal Identification Number (PIN)

When the unit was installed, you were issued a 4 digit PIN. The purpose of this number is to

confirm timing and coordination and ensure only you or persons that you intend are able to
operate the unit. Before taking any Standing BAC Test (Start, Arrival or Engine Off) you will be
asked to enter your PIN. Depending on how your unit is configured, you may also be asked to
enter your PIN when the unit wakes up.

To enter PIN, use the BACK or NEXT buttons to scroll to the desired digit, then press the

TRIGGER to enter. Repeat for each of the next 3 digits.

Start Test

This menu option is used to take the test that allows you to start your vehicle. To take this test,

press the TRIGGER (See Section 6 for further instructions).

Adjust Volume

This function allows the user to adjust the audio volume when the vehicle is NOT RUNNING

. To
adjust the volume, press the TRIGGER from this option, and the use the LEFT (DOWN) and
RIGHT (UP) buttons until the desired volume level is achieved, and then press the TRIGGER to
set the volume to that level.

Select Language

This function allows the user to select the language that will be displayed in the text and played

for the audio. To select another language, press the TRIGGER from this option, and use the
LEFT (BACK) and RIGHT (NEXT) buttons until the desired language is displayed. This unit
offers English and Spanish. When the desired language is displayed press the TRIGGER to set
the language.

Remove Unit

NOTE: AS AN ANTI-THEFT MEASURE, IF THE SAMPLE HEAD IS REMOVED WITHOUT

SELECTING THIS OPTION, THE VEHICLE SIREN WILL SOUND.

This option allows the user to remove the Sample Head from the vehicle if desired. This may be

done for the following reasons:

• To prevent theft.

• To protect your vehicle battery during long periods of inactivity (beyond 5 days), such as

vacation for several weeks.

• To protect the device from extreme cold temperatures.

To remove the Sample Head, press the TRIGGER from this option, and then remove the unit
when instructed to. Do this by grasping the knurled part of the connector barrel only, and pull it
straight back until the connector releases.

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When you reconnect the unit, it may require a short amount of time to re-establish
communication, do a system check and warm up. When you see the asterisk (*) scroll across
the bottom of the screen, you may wake the unit up and proceed.

Service Mode

This option is used if the vehicle requires automotive (non-Interlock) service by a mechanic. To
use this function, instruct the mechanic to call Monitech and to ask the operator for QuicTest
Support.

Override Mode

In the event that your unit is in PERMANENT LOCKOUT, due to a malfunction or missed
Monitor Appointment, it may be possible to have the Service Provider Office issue a number that
will override the lockout, and allow you to drive for a limited time until you can get to a Service
Center. To use this option, call your Interlock Service Provider, and ask the operator for
QuicTest Support. Unless warranted, this service may require additional charges.

Appointment Check

This allows the user to check the date of the next scheduled Monitor Appointment. To check
your appointment date, press the TRIGGER from this option. Your next appointment date will be
displayed for a few seconds, and then return to the Menu Mode. (This is the appointment made
at the last Service Center visit. Changes to your appointment made over the phone, or
appointments required due to a recall are NOT visible when using this feature).

System Info

This function will display the Serial Number and Firmware level of your QuicTest Sample Head
and Control Module.

Section 4 QuicTest Glossary of Terms

Alarm or Alarm Mode – This occurs when you have violated a critical requirement that you

were instructed to follow. If the unit enters Alarm Mode – the unit will instruct you to safely pull
over and turn off your vehicle. During this time, the Interlock System siren will sound, the vehicle
hazard lights will flash, and your horn may sound. The only way to stop this is to turn off your
vehicle. Alarm Mode occurs due to the failure to take an Engine Off Test when required, an
unauthorized vehicle start, or the disconnection of the Sample Head while the vehicle is in
operation.
Appointment Check – This feature allows the user to check the date of their next regularly
scheduled Monitor Appointment (This is the appointment made at the last Service Center visit).
Changes to your appointment made over the phone, or appointments required due to a recall
are NOT visible when using this feature.

Arrival (Destination) Test – A Breath Test that may be required when you turn your vehicle off.
Aggressive Mode – If your Breath Tests (Start or Running) result in alcohol levels in the Warn

or Fail range, the frequency of Running Tests you will be required to take will increase for a
period of time.
BAC Test – A Breath Test that can be taken without the vehicle in operation, and not part of the
vehicle start sequence, to determine your Breath Alcohol Content, in terms of Pass, Warn or
Fail. (This option may not be available in all states.)
Blow Tone – An audible tone generated by the unit as you take a Breath Test, to indicate that
you are blowing at an acceptable pressure.

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