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YOU MUST READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE YOU LEAVE TODAY!!!

 

 

ANY SERVICE INQUIRIES SHOULD BE MADE TO ADS @ 888-786-7384 

The State of Kansas Allows for Individuals who qualify to receive a reduction in their monthly lease payments, 

if you believe you may qualify contact our staff to apply

 

 

ADS Determinator

 

User’s Manual

 

KS Rev 10 

– Released – 1/1/2019 

www.ADSinterlock.com

 

(888) 786-7384

 

 

NOTE: Completely read and understand this manual before operating a vehicle with the Determinator System installed.

 

A user must comply with the requests of the unit and follow its instructions in a timely manner.

 

Failure to do so may require early service or a complete vehicle lockout 

– at the driver’s expense and inconvenience.

 

Always operate the vehicle and provide breath samples in a safe manner.

 

 

1. ADS Determinator System Overview

 

Alcohol Detections Systems’ 

Determinator 

is a breath alcohol ignition interlock device (BAIID) designed to prevent 

a driver from starting a vehicle when his breath alcohol content (BRAC) is above a defined set point. It is certified 
per NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) specifications as published in Federal Register Vol 78, 
No 89, May 8

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, 2013. Additionally, the device has been certified and approved for use in the State of Kansas. 

 

2. System Components

 

 

2.1. Determinator Hand Held

 

The 

Hand Held 

is the removable portion of the 

Determinator 

system into which a user provides a breath 

sample. Display messages and voice prompts are provided by the 

Hand Held 

to instruct a user

.

 

 

2.2. Determinator Vehicle module

 

The 

Vehicle module 

is wired to the vehicle’s electrical system. It is out of sight of the user and provides the connection to the vehicle. The 

coiled cord is permanently attached to the 

Vehicle module 

and connects to the 

Hand Held

 

2.3. Determinator Mouthpieces 

 

Along with 

Hand Held

Vehicle module

, and wiring harness, the 

Determinator 

Kit includes 3 disposable 

mouthpieces. Additional mouthpieces are available by contacting ADS at 888-786-7384. mouthpieces should be changed or cleaned 
at a user’s discretion or for a change of user. Always keep a spare handy. 
  

2.4 Optional GPS Antenna 

 

Some individuals are required by state law, or some sentencing agencies to have a GPS enabled unit.  These devices will record the 
Longitude, and Latitude of the vehicle and random intervals.  This information is regularly reported to the appropriate State Agency. 

 

3. Operation

 

3.1.  Plug In

 

Plug the Hand Held Unit into the Cable. The connector is keyed and will only plug in with the connector 
writing “up”. To remove, squeeze the both sides of the connector and gently pull. 

 

3.2. Turn On

 

Turn the ignition to 

“RUN” - this is the position just before “CRANK”. The Hand-Held will turn on and prompt the 

user for the next step. 

 

3.2.1.  Turn On Messages

 

 

Hand Held 

firmware version number 

 

Hand Held 

serial number 

  Initializing Message 

  Possible Service Due Messages 

Pay attention to the service due or lockout date. If you are parking your vehicle for an extended period of 
time, be aware of your scheduled service. 

Summary of Contents for ADS Determinator

Page 1: ...ond the service due at midnight notification Using that buffer may cause your required time on the BAIID to be extended There is a difference between the device stating SERVICE DUE and LOCKDUE At every start up the device will display the number of days till service service due XX days pay attention to this number if you have an event or other issue which results in an early return for service tha...

Page 2: ... This will allow you to get familiar with the retest procedure without the distraction of driving Once you become familiar with the procedure of the retest you will easily be able to perform it while driving but until you get familiar give yourself the chance to learn it safely Remember you have 3 minutes to provide the sample never do anything while driving which will distract you from your prima...

Page 3: ...a breath sample Display messages and voice prompts are provided by the Hand Held to instruct a user 2 2 Determinator Vehicle module The Vehicle module is wired to the vehicle s electrical system It is out of sight of the user and provides the connection to the vehicle The coiled cord is permanently attached to the Vehicle module and connects tothe Hand Held 2 3 Determinator Mouthpieces Along with ...

Page 4: ...ile youdrive Do not provide a sample until requested Two beeps are sounded for attention before Please Provide Sample isseen heard Breathe in deeply to fill lungs Provide the sample in three steps o STEP 1 Blow short sharp pulse of air until you hear a beep o STEP 2 Suck short sharp pulse of air until you hear a beep o STEP 3 Blow long continuous stream of air to empty the lungs Keep the pressure ...

Page 5: ...apply 7 Failing Tests Tampering Circumvention Early Service If you fail a start test due to the presence of alcohol then the device will enter a temporary time out 3 10 min when this occurs you should immediately determine the reason correct it and retest after an appropriate time or the temporary time out has passed A person tampering with circumventing or otherwise misusing this Ignition Interlo...

Page 6: ...nator s menu and steps through options Also the 2 key Menu Button NO Exit the Determinator menu Also the 3 key DEMOEXIT press YES to exit Demo Mode SERV DUE how many days until required to return to ServiceCenter VOLUME press YES to increase the voice volume values 1 10 TIME HMS display unit s time DATE YMD display unit s date DAYS2CAL number of days until a Service Center calibration is required ...

Page 7: ...t was in possession of the repair center If you are doing the work yourself keep any receipts for any items you purchase to complete the work Q The State has sent me a letter asking for a request of explanation for anevent s A This will occur if you do something that is considered a violation of state law We cannot tell you how to answer these requests for explanation you will need to refer to you...

Page 8: ...CTE The unit has an optional time restriction entered Unit will only operate between certain hours Does not apply to Kansas DISABLED AMBIENTTEMP System error the internal ambient temperature is out of expected range Turn off ignition roll windows down if hot and retry DISABLED HEATING VOLTAGE System error the heaters encountered an unexpected condition this generally may be an indicator ofa dead o...

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