The LifeSafer SC 100 is a hand-held device that
attaches a breath-alcohol analyzer to a vehicle's ignition system.
The vehicle operator must complete a breath test measuring breath alcohol
concentration below a preset limit before the vehicle can be
started. The device was designed to meet or exceed technical guidelines
for Interlock Devices published April 7, 1992 by NHTSA (National Highway Traffic
Administration).
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HUM TONE. Programmable on or off.
Requires the client to deliver a hum resonance while blowing the alcohol
test prior to starting the vehicle. Deters techniques utilized to
mimic buman breath or to absorb alcohol.
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RANDOM OR FIXED RESET. Programmable.
The client is alered and given a grace period to retest after the
vehicle is put into the run state. The test can be delivered while
operating the vehicle or after pulling off the road. Breath test
failure is recorded and sanctions are imposed, including honking the
car's horn and/or flashing lights. Deters drinking after sober
start and vehicle idling at bars.
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PROGRAMMED LOCKOUT. An option setting
whereby the interlock is programmed to accept a breath test during
specified times and otherwise remains interlocked. When applied
will restrict driving hours and allow for the device to be temporarily
used as an immobilization tool.
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BYPASS DETECT. If a vehicle is started
and a breath test is not passed, the horn will begin honking until the
vehicle is turned off or a test is successfully completed. All
events are recorded. Deters hot-wiring and push starting of
vehicles.
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EVENTS LOG. Built in memor chip records all
events associated with use or misuse of device. Reports are
generated through a personal computer in a summary and complete hard
copy format.
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VIOLATIONS RESET. Programmable. If a
predetermined number of violations occur during a monitoring period, an
early inspection is required within three (3) days. Failure to
report will result in immobilization of the vehicle. Violations
are quickly identified and reported to the jurisdiction.
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SERVICE REMINDER RESET. Reminds the client
of a scheduled monitoring check. Failure to have the device
monitored within the prescribed time period results in the device
interlocking.
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POWER INTERRUPT. A dated record in the event
12-volt power has been disconned or interruped. The device
maintains memory through an onboard back-up lithium battery. This
condition (other than tampering) can occur when a vehicle's battery is
disconnected due to repairs or is replaced. Clients are required
to provide documentation of repairs.
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VEHICLE RESTART. In the event of a vehicle
stall, the driver has a grace period during which the ignition can be
turned off and re-engaged without having to submit an additional breath
test.
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EMERGENCY BYPASS. Programmable. If the
Bypass is invoked, the client has three days to return to the service
location before the vehicle is immobilized. Proof of an emergency
is forwarded directly to the referring agency. Service Centers may
be pre-authorized to invoke the Emergency Bypass in the event of a
device malfunction.
LifeSafer licenses proprietary software that controls the programming
of the device and guarantees integrity of the information that is
extracted from the events log chip.
