Home Automation II owner manual Underwriters Laboratories Requirements, Fire Escape Planning

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UNDERWRITER'S LABORATORIES REQUIREMENTS

For a complete list of requirements and restrictions when installing the OmniPro II panel in a UL Listed system, refer to the Underwriter's Laboratories Requirements section of the Installation Manual (10I00-2).

When used in UL Listed Installations, the following items apply:

1.The "High Security Mode" must be ON.

2.The "Enable Auto Bypass" feature must be OFF.

3.The ENTRY DELAY shall not exceed 45 seconds for residential applications; 60 seconds for commercial applications.

4.The EXIT DELAY shall not exceed 60 seconds.

5.Double Delay and Quad Delay zone types shall not be used.

6.For residential applications the sounding device may be mounted indoors. If, however, the sounding device is connected to the "EXT HORN" terminals of the OmniPro II, then the "OUTSIDE SIREN DELAY" shall be set to 0.

7.The DIAL OUT DELAY shall not exceed 30 seconds.

8.The BEEP ON TROUBLE feature must be ON, and CONSOLE SOUNDER must be ON.

Installer:

NAME: __________________________________

NUMBER: _______________________________

FIRE ESCAPE PLANNING

Your fire protection system is designed to provide warning in the event of a fire. It is your responsibility to plan your escape routes in the event of a fire alarm. Your family should practice "fire drills" periodically to ensure that everyone is familiar with the plan.

1.Draw a floor plan of your home, showing location of fire and smoke detectors. Show two exit routes from each room: The primary exit and an alternate escape route.

2.Be sure that your family knows what the fire alarm signal sounds like.

3.In the event of a fire alarm, DO NOT open a closed door. First, touch the door. If it is hot to the touch, use the alternative escape route.

4.Since smoke tends to rise, keep low to the floor during your escape, crawling if necessary. If you encounter any smoke, hold your breath.

5.During a fire alarm, do not stop to pack or gather belongings. Exit immediately and meet at a designated spot outside the house.

6.DO NOT return to a burning house.

7.Notify the fire department using a neighbor's telephone.

8.Review your escape plan and rehearse a fire alarm periodically with your family.

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Home Automation II owner manual Underwriters Laboratories Requirements, Fire Escape Planning

II specifications

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