Printer Operation
Dräger Alcotest 6820 Technical Manual V1.0 2014 9
9 Printer Operation
9.1 Operating the Printer
To turn the printer on press and hold the green button until the
printer beeps and turns on.
9.2 Printing Results
To print the results of a breath test align the optical ports of
the 6820 and the printer while the result is on the display. The
printer will automatically print the results.
To print the results of a previously completed test find the test
in the menu (see Section 6). When the test result is displayed
align the optical ports to print the results.
10 Maintenance
10.1 Storage
The instrument uses a small amount of power even when shut
off. Remove the batteries if the instrument will be out of use for
longer then a few months.
10.2 Cleaning
Do not submerge in liquid to clean the instrument or for any
other reason.
Clean the instrument by wiping it with a disposable tissue. Do
not use any cleaning agents containing alcohol on the instru
-
ment.
10.3 Calibration
Calibrations can only be done by trained and authorized per-
sonnel. Do not perform a calibration unless you have been
trained to do so.
The manufacturer recommends having your instrument cali-
brated annually. You should also send the device for calibration
if the accuracy check fails.
Use the menu to find the last calibration date for the instru-
ment.
10.4 Internal System Errors
If the instrument displays that there is an Internal System Error
then turn the instrument off and remove the batteries for sev
-
eral seconds. Replace the batteries and power the instrument
back on.
If the error still persists call Draeger Safety Diagnostics for as-
sistance.