Law Enforcement Buyer's Guide
Discover Which Lifeloc Unit Best Fits Your Agency's Needs When Testing For Alcohol
The following general information may be helpful in determining what type of alcohol testing equipment you should consider, depending upon your particular needs and application.
FC Series: All models use a full sized 1" platinum fuel cell and offer three testing modes: Auto, Manual, and Passive
FC10: Menu driven software, last test recall, 64 character backlit LCD display & rapid, repeatable test taking.
FC10Plus: All the features of the FC10 in addition to, 10 test memory and advanced security features like password protection and calibration lockout.
FC20: All the features of the FC10Plus with 500 test memory, printing, computer interface and keyboard options
FC20 Kit: Combines the FC20 with a Thermal printer in a rugged carrying case
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| Primary Use / Application | Common Offenses | Recommendations | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
Municipal Police Forces State Police / Highway Patrol/ Sheriff’s Dept’s Accurate, fast screening in support of roadside Field Sobriety Testing DUI enforcement where a numerical BAC value is always required. |
DUI, DWI, OWI | Lifeloc Model FC10 | Fast, easy-to-use operation Automatic, Manual, and Passive Testing modes Last test recall Exceptional battery life |
| If printing or downloading of test results, and/or calibration data, is required. | Model FC20 with either: * DataTrak software for printing from PC * Printer kit for portable print capability |
The FC20 has a 500 event internal memory and clock to date/time stamp all activities. | |
| Checkpoints/Roadblocks | DUI, DWI, OWI |
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Passive testing mode provides capability for repetitive screening test every 30 seconds virtually without limit. If positive result is detected, unit can be switched to AutoTest (with mouthpiece) to enable officer to obtain BAC level. |
Police, Sheriff's and School Resource Officers For underage drinking and zero tolerance situations where any use or possession of alcohol is a violation. |
Screening: Juvenile parties Minor in Possession of Alcohol Open Container, Underage Consumption Possession of alcohol on school property, etc. |
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Automatic, Manual, and Passive test modes. Last test recall (FC10) 10 Test Memory (FC10Plus) Passive testing is used to determine the presence of alcohol Can be used for subject’s breath or to check for alcohol in an open cup or container. |
Juvenile Enforcement Officers Printed results are needed for documentation |
Minor in Possession of Alcohol, Open Container, Underage Consumption, Possession of alcohol on school property, etc. | FC20 with either: DataTrak software for printing from PC Printer kit for portable print capability |
FC20 as Automatic, Manual and Passive test modes; 500 event memory, print capability and numerous other features |
Law Enforcement and Administrative Authorities Situations requiring screening and confirmation testing in accordance with establish protocols |
Generally used for civil or administrative hearings that require confirmatory breath alcohol testing, including air blanks prior to each test. | FC20 Using: DataTrak™ software for printing from PC |
Sequence™ is a step-by-step screening and confirmation testing protocol pre-programmed into the instruments software. It guides the operator through the testing process. Can be customized for individual agencies testing policies and protocol. All test results are documented in memory and can be printed. |