Typical "Check"

Displays

*Note that zone number 9 represents a problem with wireless receivers or other system devices, which are not user serviceable. CALL FOR SERVICE IMMEDIATELY.

TROUBLE CONDITIONS

The word CHECK on the Keypad's display, accompanied by a rapid beeping" at the Keypad, indicates that there is a trouble condition in the system. The displays in parenthesis may appear on non-alpha keypads when the associated trouble condition is present. To silence the beeping sound for "check" conditions, press any key.

1.CHECK + Indicates that a problem exists with those zone(s)*. First, determine

Zone No.

if the zone(s) displayed are intact and make them so if they are not.

and/or

If the zone uses a wireless detector, check that changes in the room

descriptor

(moving furniture, televisions, etc.) are not blocking wireless signals

(or CHECK

from the detector. If the problem has been corrected, the zone

and Zone No. descriptor(s) and CHECK should disappear. If not, key an OFF sequence (security code plus OFF) to clear the display. A CHECK condition can also indicate a wiring problem. If the “check” display persists, CALL FOR SERVICE IMMEDIATELY.

Note that the system will not allow arming if a CHECK condition exists. To arm the system with a CHECK condition present, you must first bypass the zone(s) having the CHECK condition.

2.Telco Fault If the telephone line monitor feature has been programmed for your

(or CHECK

system, this display indicates that the telephone line has been

and zone 94 )

disconnected or cut. In some systems, this display will be accompanied by

 

a trouble sound from the keypad and the external sounder may be

 

activated. CONTACT YOUR SERVICE COMPANY IMMEDIATELY.

 

To silence the trouble sound, enter your security code plus OFF.

3.COMM. Indicates that a failure has occurred in the telephone communication

FAILURE portion of your system. CALL FOR SERVICE IMMEDIATELY. (or FC)

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FA162C specifications

The First Alert FA162C is a versatile and highly efficient fire extinguisher designed for home and business safety. Engineered to tackle multiple types of fires, this model ensures peace of mind with its robust features and innovative technologies.

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