First Alert FA1220CV technical manual Testing the System, Using Test Key

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Using the 5

TEST Key

TESTING THE SYSTEM

(TO BE CONDUCTED WEEKLY)

The TEST key puts your system into Test mode, which allows each protection point to be checked for proper operation.

1.Disarm the system and close all protected windows, doors, etc. READY should be displayed.

	TEST
2. Enter your security code and press the	5	key.

3.The external sounder should sound for 3 seconds and then turn off. If the sounder does not sound, it may be due to dialer communication activity. Wait a few minutes and try again. If the sounder still does not sound, CALL FOR SERVICE IMMEDIATELY.

4.The keypad will sound a single beep every 15 seconds as a reminder that the system is in Test mode. Each time a protection zone is faulted (opened), the keypad should beep three times. If the keypad does not sound, CALL FOR SERVICE IMMEDIATELY.

Note that no alarm reports will be sent to the central monitoring station while the system is in the Test mode.

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Contents Users Guide Table of Contents General Partitioned System Zones System OverviewArming Features For Each Arming Mode System Overview System Overview General About the KeypadsAlpha Keypad Fixed-Word Keypad 0000 Online OFF Functions of the KeypadTechnical Manuals Online General Information ENTRY/EXIT DelaysPartition To show faulted zones Using Ready KeyChecking for Open Zones Displaying ALL Zone Descriptors Bypassing Protection Zones Using Bypass KeyTo bypass zones, the system must be disarmed first Enter your security code and pressQuick Bypass To use the Quick Bypass featureDisplaying Bypassed Zones Arming Perimeter only Using Stay keyUsing Instant Key With Entry Delay OFFArming ALL Protection Using Away KeyUsing Maximum Key Using the 1 OFF Key Memory of Alarm Disarming and Silencing AlarmsTo disarm the system and silence burglary or fire alarms General Using the KeyswitchUsing Key Chime ModeMESSAGE. Press For 5 Secs Viewing Central Station MessagesActive Panic Functions Panic KeysKeys Zone Function Information Security Codes & Authority LevelsDuress Code Quick ArmingSecurity Codes & Authority Levels Authority Levels General Rules onChanges To Exit User EditEnter Master or Manager code and press To Add a UserTo Add a User Limited Use User #84 CommandTo Delete a User To Change a Users CodeTo Goto another partition using an alpha keypad Accessing Other PartitionsGeneral Information Defining Executing Speed Key MacrosUsing #70 Relay Menu Mode Select the partition FA1220CV Event Logging ProceduresTo Exit the Event Log Press at any time FA1220CV Event Logging ProceduresUsing Test Key Testing the SystemSystem Testing YourTypical Check Displays Trouble ConditionsServicing Information Silencing a Fire AlarmSmoke Detectors for Minimum Protection Emergency Evacuation Steps to SafetyMaintaining Your System Maintaining Your System Quick Guide to FA1220CV System Functions Quick Guide to FA1220CV System Functions Summary of Audible Notification Glossary UL Notice This is a Grade a system Federal Communications Commission FCC Part 15 StatementFederal Communications Commission FCC Part 68 Notice Canadian Department of Communications DOC Statement Limitations of this Alarm System Limitations of this Alarm System Owners Insurance Premium Credit Request Owners Insurance Premium Credit Request ONE Year Limited Warranty Page Page ÀN7003-1V2ä