First Alert fire and burglary partitioned security systems with scheduleing manual

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WARNING!

THE LIMITATIONS OF THIS ALARM SYSTEM

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Alarm warning devices such as sirens, bells or horns may not alert people or wake up sleepers if they are located on the other side of closed or partly open doors. If warning devices sound on a different level of the residence from the bedrooms, then they are less likely to waken or alert people inside the bedrooms. Even persons who are awake may not hear the warning if the alarm is muffled from a stereo, radio, air conditioner or other appliance, or by passing traffic. Finally, alarm warning devices, however loud, may not warn hearing-impaired people or waken deep sleepers.

Telephone lines needed to transmit alarm signals from a premises to a central monitoring station may be out of service or temporarily out of service. Telephone lines are also subject to compromise by sophisticated intruders.

Even if the system responds to the emergency as intended, however, occupants may have insufficient time to protect themselves from the emergency situation. In the case of a monitored alarm system, authorities may not respond appropriately.

This equipment, like other electrical devices, is subject to component failure. Even though this equipment is designed to last as long as 10 years, the electronic components could fail at any time.

The most common cause of an alarm system not functioning when an intrusion or fire occurs is inadequate maintenance. This alarm system should be tested weekly to make sure all sensors and transmitters are working properly.

Installing an alarm system may make one eligible for lower insurance rates, but an alarm system is not a substitute for insurance. Homeowners, property owners and renters should continue to act prudently in protecting themselves and continue to insure their lives and property.

We continue to develop new and improved protection devices. Users of alarm systems owe it to themselves and their loved ones to learn about these developments.

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Contents $&&$&% Table of Contents Trouble Conditions Partitioned System System OverviewGeneral Zones System Overview cont’dFire Protection Burglary ProtectionSpeed Key Macros AlarmsMemory of Alarm To Access Another Partition Goto Command Using SchedulesDevice Timers Phone Access & Voice Response Capability Self-Help FeatureMaster Keypad Operation To view the abbreviated instructionsSystem Overview cont’d Alpha Keypad About The KeypadsFunctions Of The Keypad Functions Of The Keypad cont’d Functions Of The Keypad cont’d General Information Entry/Exit DelaysQuick Arming Security Codes & Authority LevelsDuress Code Authority Levels Security Codes & Authority Levels cont’dTo view your authority level and system capabilities General Rules on Authority Levels and ChangesTo Add a User To Exit User Edit ModeRF Button ? To Change a Users Code Limited Use User#84 CommandTo Delete a User To Access Another Partition Accessing Other PartitionsGlobal Arming To Goto another partitionAccessing Other Partitions cont’d Fault 002 Loading Dock Window Common Lobby Operation Codes with Non-Global Arming How User Codes Affect the Common LobbyCodes with Global Arming Other Methods of Arming/Disarming To show faulted zones Using Ready KeyTypical fault display Checking For Open ZonesDisplaying All Zone Descriptors To bypass zones, the system must be disarmed first Using Bypass KeyBypassing Protection Zones Bypassing Protection Zones cont’d To use the Quick Bypass featureQuick Bypass Displaying Bypassed ZonesArming Perimeter Only Using the 3 Stay keyUsing Instant Key With Entry Delay OFFArming All Protection Using the 2 Away KeyUsing Maximum Key To disarm the system and silence burglary or fire alarms Disarming And Silencing AlarmsUsing the 1 OFF Key Disarming Using The KeyswitchArming Using Key Chime ModeViewing Central Station Messages Panic Keys Using Panic KeysDefining Speed Key MacrosExecuting Speed Key Macros cont’dAccess Door Control To activate relays using a telephone and 4285 or 4286 VIP Using #70 Relay Menu ModeTo Exit Enter 00 NOW Using #70 Relay Menu Mode cont’dDelaying the Closing Time Using SchedulesTo delay the closing time Temporary Open/Close SchedulesTo program temporary schedules Using Schedules cont’dProgramming Temporary Schedules Using Schedules cont’d Days ? Mtwtfss HIT 0-7 X To enter the device timer menu mode Programming Device TimersProgramming Device Timers cont’d DAYS? Mtwtfss HIT 0-7 X Permanent ? Select the partition Event Log ProceduresTo Display The Event Log To Exit the Event Log Event Logging ProceduresUsing Test Key Testing The SystemTesting Your System Testing The System cont’dSilencing a Fire Alarm Fire Alarm SystemCase Of Fire Alarm Fire Drill Test Code + # + Fire Alarm System cont’dFire Display Lock Fire Alarm System cont’d Typical Trouble Displays Trouble ConditionsTrouble Conditions cont’d Call for Service ImmediatelyServicing Information Power FailureRecommendations For Smoke And Heat Detectors Recommendations For Proper ProtectionAddition, we recommend the following Recommendations For Proper Protection cont’dRecommendations For Proper Intrusion Protection Emergency Evacuation Taking Care of Your System Replacing Batteries in Wireless SensorsMaintaining Your System Routine Care Silencing Low Battery Warning Tones at the KeypadMaintaining Your System cont’d Quick Guide To System Functions Function Procedure CommentsQuick Guide To System Functions cont’d Alpha Display Keypads Summary Of Audible NotificationGlossary Federal Communications Commission FCC Part 15 Statement Federal Communications Commission FCC Part 68 Notice Canadian Department of Communications DOC Statement Limitations of this Alarm System Limitations of this Alarm System Away IndexLsens ¬19¢Ll

fire and burglary partitioned security systems with scheduleing specifications

First Alert is a trusted name in safety and security, consistently providing innovative solutions to protect homes and businesses. Their fire and burglary partitioned security systems are specifically designed to ensure comprehensive coverage against threats, offering users peace of mind. These systems utilize advanced technologies to deliver unparalleled performance.

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