What occurs if a breath sample is too weak for a valid reading?

If a breath sample is too weak for a valid reading, the operator is prompted to request a new sample. The Intoxilyzer 8000 is designed to ensure that the data collected is both accurate and reliable. Therefore, if the breath sample does not meet the necessary conditions for a valid analysis – such as being below a specific volume or concentration – the device will not record the results and will alert the operator to take corrective action. This guidance helps maintain the integrity of the testing process and ensures that only valid measurements are considered for the evaluation of blood alcohol content.

The system is built with checks to ensure the necessary criteria are met for accurate readings, which is why simply recording the results automatically or terminating the test without any output wouldn’t be appropriate. Similarly, generating an error report might not specifically address the need for a new sample, as the focus is on obtaining a usable sample for testing.