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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SYSTEM OVERVIEW .............. 4 USING DEVICE COMMANDS ..........25 General ................4 PAGING FEATURE ............... 27 A Partitioned System ............4 SECURITY CODES ............... 27 Zones .................. 4 General ................27 Burglary Protection ............5 Babysitter Code ..............27 Security Codes .............. -
Page 4: System Overview
SYSTEM OVERVIEW General Congratulations on your ownership of a First Alert Professional Partitioned Security System. You've made a wise decision in choosing it, for it represents the latest in security protection technology today. This system offers you three forms of protection: burglary, fire and emergency. Your system... -
Page 5: Burglary Protection
SYSTEM OVERVIEW Burglary Protection Your system provides four modes of burglary protection: STAY, AWAY, INSTANT and MAXIMUM, and allows you to BYPASS selected zones while leaving the rest of the system armed. You must turn on or "arm" the burglary protection portion of your system before it will sense burglary alarms. -
Page 6: Alarms
SYSTEM OVERVIEW Alarms When an alarm occurs, both the keypad and external sounders sound, and the keypad displays the zone(s) causing the alarm. If your system is connected to a central monitoring station, an alarm message is also sent. To stop the alarm sounding, simply disarm the system. Memory of Alarm When an alarm condition occurs, the keypad displays the number(s) of the zone(s) that caused the problem, and displays the type of alarm (ex. -
Page 7: Entry/Exit Delays
ENTRY/EXIT DELAYS General Information Your system has preset time delays, known as exit delay and entry delay. Whenever you arm your system, exit delay gives you time to leave through the designated exit door without setting off an alarm. Exit delay begins immediately after entering any arming command, and applies to all modes of arming protection. -
Page 8: Exit Alarms
ENTRY/EXIT DELAYS Exit Alarms Whenever you arm the system, the exit delay begins. If an entry/exit door or interior zone is faulted when the exit delay ends (e.g., exit door left open), the system sounds an alarm and starts the entry delay timer. If you disarm the system before the entry delay ends, the alarm To minimize false alarms sound stops and the message "CANCEL ALARM"... -
Page 9: About The Keypads
ABOUT THE KEYPADS General Your keypads allow you to control all system functions. The keypads feature a telephone style (digital) keypad and a Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) which shows the nature and location of all occurrences. The keypads also feature a built-in sounder which will sound during alarms and troubles. The keypads also "beep"... - Page 10 ABOUT THE KEYPADS AWAY NO AC First Alert ® BYPASS NOT READY STAY ALARM CHIME BAT AWAY NO AC ARMED FIRE CHECK INSTANT STAY CHIME INSTANT ALARM BYPASS CHECK READY FIRE NOT READY ARMED ARMED READY READY AWAY STAY AWAY...
- Page 11 ABOUT THE KEYPADS Fixed-Word Keypad Displays AWAY All burglary zones, interior & perimeter, are armed. STAY Perimeter burglary zones, such as windows and doors NO AC AWAY are armed. CHIME STAY INSTANT ALARM INSTANT Perimeter burglary zones armed and entry BYPASS CHECK delay is turned off.
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Page 12: Functions Of The Keypads
FUNCTIONS OF THE KEYPAD SEE TYPICAL ALPHA KEYPAD ON NEXT PAGE 1. DISPLAY WINDOW. Alpha Keypad: A 2-line, 32-character 10. CHIME KEY: Turns CHIME mode on and off. When on, the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD). Displays protection zone opening of windows or doors while the system is disarmed will identification, system status, and messages. - Page 13 BYPASS MAXIMUM the entry is aborted and must be repeated from its beginning. INSTANT CODE CHIME READY First Alert Professional SHOWN WITH FLIP-DOWN KEY COVER REMOVED TYPICAL ALPHA KEYPAD Fixed-Word Keypads are functionally similar, except for screen displays (see page 10).
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Page 14: Checking For Open Zones
CHECKING FOR OPEN ZONES Before arming your system, all protected doors, windows and other protection zones must be Using the closed or bypassed (see BYPASSING section). Otherwise the keypad will display a "Not READY Key Ready" message. Using the READY key will display all zones that are faulted, making it easier for you to secure any open zones. -
Page 15: Arming Perimeter Only (Stay)
ARMING PERIMETER ONLY (With Entry Delay ON) Using the Use this key when you are staying home, but might expect someone to use the entrance door later. STAY key When armed in STAY mode, the system will sound an alarm if a protected door or window is opened, but you may otherwise move freely throughout the premises. -
Page 16: Arming Perimeter Only (Instant)
ARMING PERIMETER ONLY (With Entry Delay OFF) Using the Use this key when you are staying home and do not expect anyone to use the entrance door. INSTANT Key When armed in INSTANT mode, the system will sound an alarm if a protected door or window is opened, but you may otherwise move freely throughout the premises. -
Page 17: Arming All Protection (Away)
ARMING ALL PROTECTION (With Entry Delay ON) Using the Use this key when no one will be staying on the premises. AWAY Key When armed in AWAY mode, the system will sound an alarm if a protected door or window is opened, or if any movement is detected inside the premises. - Page 18 ARMING ALL PROTECTION (With Entry Delay ON) 2-Partition AWAY To arm both partitions, first make sure both partitions are READY TO ARM. Arming AWAY AWAY (Continued) ENTER MASTER CODE THEN PRESS AWAY TWICE (Master Code) Example: 7 6 and press the AWAY key, then press the AWAY key again.
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Page 19: Arming All Protection (Maximum)
ARMING ALL PROTECTION (With Entry Delay OFF) Using the Use this key when the premises will be vacant for extended periods of time such as vacations, MAXIMUM Key etc., or when no one will be moving through protected interior areas. When armed in MAXIMUM mode, the system will sound an alarm if a protected door or window is opened, or if any movement is detected inside the premises. -
Page 20: Disarming And Silencing Alarms
DISARMING AND SILENCING ALARMS Using the Use the OFF key to disarm the system and to silence alarm and trouble sounds. See "SUMMARY OF AUDIBLE NOTIFICATIONS" section for information which will help you to OFF Key distinguish between FIRE and BURGLARY alarm sounds. IMPORTANT: If you return and the main burglary sounder is on, DO NOT enter the premises, but call the police from a nearby safe location. -
Page 21: Bypassing Protection Zones
BYPASSING PROTECTION ZONES This key is used when you want to arm your system with one or more zones intentionally Using the unprotected. Bypassed zones are unprotected and will not cause an alarm when violated while BYPASS Key your system is armed. All bypasses are removed when an OFF sequence (security code plus OFF) is performed. -
Page 22: Quick Bypass
BYPASSING PROTECTION ZONES (Continued) Quick Bypass Your system may allow you to easily bypass all open (faulted) zones without having to enter zone numbers individually. Ask your installer if this feature is active. All open (faulted) zones All open zones, plus these zones as checked: 17 BYPASS ENTER SECURITY CODE THEN PRESS BYPASS (Security Code) -
Page 23: Chime Mode
CHIME MODE Your system can be set to alert you to the opening of any door or window † while it is disarmed Using the by using CHIME mode. When activated, three beeps will sound at the keypad whenever a protected perimeter door or window is opened. -
Page 24: Panic Keys
PANIC KEYS (FOR MANUALLY ACTIVATING SILENT AND/OR AUDIBLE ALARMS) Using Your system may have been programmed to use special keys to manually activate panic Panic Keys functions. The functions that might be programmed are listed below. See your installer for the function(s) that may have been programmed for your system. -
Page 25: Using Device Commands
USING DEVICE COMMANDS General Information Your system may be set up so that certain lights or other devices can be turned on or off by using the device command from the keypad. Ask your installer if this has been done in your system. -
Page 26: Paging Feature
PAGING FEATURE If the paging feature has been programmed for your system, a pager will respond to certain conditions as they occur in your system by displaying a 10-digit code that will indicate the type of condition that has occurred. The 10-digit code will use the following format: SSSS–EEE–NNN SSSS will be your particular 4-digit subscriber No. -
Page 27: Security Codes
SECURITY CODES General Information As an additional safety feature, other users who do not have a need to know your code can be assigned different security codes. These secondary users are identified by "user numbers," which are selected when assigning a user's security code. You can assign up to 14 additional user codes (user numbers 03-16), including the babysitter and duress codes. -
Page 28: To Add Or Change A User
SECURITY CODES To Add a User or Important: Temporary users of the system (e.g., babysitters, cleaning staff, etc.) should not be Change a User's shown how to use any system function they do not need to know, such as bypassing protection Code zones for example. -
Page 29: Testing The System
TESTING THE SYSTEM (TO BE CONDUCTED WEEKLY) Using the The TEST key puts your system into the Test mode, which allows each protection point to be checked for proper operation. The keypad sounds a single beep every 40 seconds as a TEST Key reminder that the system is in the Test mode. - Page 30 TESTING THE SYSTEM Walk in front of any interior motion detectors (if used) and listen for three beeps. The identification of the detector should appear on the display when it is activated. The display will clear when no motion is detected. Note that if wireless motion detectors are used, there is a 3-minute delay between activations.
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Page 31: Trouble Conditions
TROUBLE CONDITIONS Typical "Check" The word CHECK on the Keypad's display, accompanied by a rapid " beeping" at the Keypad, Displays 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"... - Page 32 TROUBLE CONDITIONS (Continued) 4. SYSTEM LO BAT Indicates that a low system battery condition exists; * The beeping that (or BAT with no zone No.) this is accompanied by a trouble sound* at the Keypad. accompanies a low CALL FOR SERVICE AT ONCE. battery display (items 4 &...
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Page 33: Fire Alarm System
FIRE ALARM SYSTEM (IF INSTALLED) General Your fire alarm system (if installed) is active 24 hours a day, providing continuous protection. In the event of an emergency, the installed smoke and heat detectors will automatically activate you security system, triggering a loud, interrupted sound from the Keypad. An interrupted sound will also be produced by optional exterior sounders. -
Page 34: Nfpa Recommendations
NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSN. RECOMMENDATIONS ON SMOKE DETECTORS With regard to the number and placement of KITCHEN smoke/heat detectors, we subscribe to the KITCHEN BDRM DINING BEDROOM BEDROOM TV ROOM DINING recommendations contained in the National Fire BDRM LIVING ROOM Protection Association's (NFPA) Standard #74 noted below. -
Page 35: Emergency Evacuation
Choose someone to assure that nobody returns to the premises — many die going back. See “How to Prepare a Fire Escape Plan” , published by First Alert Professional, for more •... -
Page 36: Maintaining Your System
MAINTAINING YOUR SYSTEM Taking Care of Your The components of your security system are designed to be as maintenance-free as possible. System However, to make sure that your system is in reliable working condition. 1. Test your system weekly. 2. Test your system after any alarm occurs (see TESTING THE SYSTEM ). Replacing Each wireless sensor in your system has a 9-volt or 3-volt battery. - Page 37 MAINTAINING YOUR SYSTEM Silencing Low Battery You can silence the keypad’s warning tones by pressing the OFF key, but the keypad's low Warning Tones at the battery message display will remain on as a reminder that you have a low battery condition in Keypad one or more of your sensors.
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Page 38: Quick Guide To System Functions
QUICK GUIDE TO SYSTEM FUNCTIONS FUNCTION PROCEDURE COMMENTS Check Zones Press [ ] Do this to view faulted zones when system not ready. Arm System Enter code Do this to arm the system in the mode selected. Press arming key desired (AWAY, STAY, INSTANT, MAXIMUM) Disarm System... - Page 39 QUICK GUIDE TO SYSTEM FUNCTIONS (Continued) FUNCTION PROCEDURE COMMENTS Test Mode ON Enter code Do this to enter test mode. Sounds alarm sounder and allows Press TEST [5] sensors to be tested. Test Mode OFF Enter code Do this to turn test mode off. System returns to normal mode. Press OFF [1] Add or Change Enter master code...
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Page 40: Summary Of Audible Notifications
SUMMARY OF AUDIBLE NOTIFICATIONS (ALPHA DISPLAY KEYPADS) SOUND CAUSE DISPLAY LOUD, INTERRUPTED* FIRE ALARM FIRE is displayed; descriptor of zone in alarm is displayed. Keypad & External LOUD, CONTINUOUS* BURGLARY/AUDIBLE ALARM is displayed; descriptor of zone in alarm is also displayed. Keypad &... -
Page 41: Glossary
GLOSSARY The following terms are used throughout the manual. ARM/DISARM: "Armed" simply means that the burglary portion of your system is turned ON and is in a state of readiness. "Disarmed" means that the burglary system is turned OFF, and must be rearmed to become operational. - Page 42 CANADIAN DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS (DOC) STATEMENT NOTICE AVIS The Canadian Department of Communications label identifies L'étiquette du ministère des Communications du Canada identifie le matériel certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment homologué. Cette étiquette certifie que le matériel est conforme à certaines meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational normes de protection, d'exploitation et de sécurité...
- Page 43 OWNER'S INSURANCE PREMIUM CREDIT REQUEST This form should be completed and forwarded to your homeowner's insurance carrier for possible premium credit. A. GENERAL INFORMATION: Insured's Name and Address: Insurance Company: Policy No. First Alert Professional FA162C Other _____________ Type of Alarm: Burglary Fire...
- Page 44 OWNER'S INSURANCE PREMIUM CREDIT REQUEST (cont.) E. SMOKE DETECTOR LOCATIONS Furnace Room Kitchen Bedrooms Attic Basement Living Room Dining Room Hall F. BURGLARY DETECTING DEVICE LOCATIONS: Front Door Basement Door Rear Door All Exterior Doors 1st Floor Windows All windows nterior locations All Accessible Openings, Including Skylights, Air Conditioners and Vents G.
- Page 45 UL NOTICE: This is a "GRADE A" system. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) Part 15 STATEMENT This equipment has been tested to FCC requirements and has been found acceptable for use. The FCC requires the following statement for your information: This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, may cause interference to radio and television reception.
- Page 46 FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) Part 68 NOTICE This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On the front cover of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company.
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Page 47: Insurance Credit Request Form
WARNING! THE LIMITATIONS OF THIS ALARM SYSTEM While this system is an advanced design security system, it does not offer guaranteed protection against burglary or fire or other emergency. Any alarm system, whether commercial or residential, is subject to compromise or failure to warn for a variety of reasons. - Page 48 WARNING! THE LIMITATIONS OF THIS ALARM SYSTEM (continued) • Passive Infrared Motion Detectors can only detect intrusion within the designed ranges as diagrammed in their installation manual. Passive Infrared Detectors do not provide volumetric area protection. They do create multiple beams of protection, and intrusion can only be detected in unobstructed areas covered by those beams.
- Page 49 SERVICING INFORMATION Your local First Alert dealer is the person best qualified to service your alarm system. Arranging some kind of regular service program with him is advisable. Your local First Alert dealer is: Name:_________________________________________________________________ Address: _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ Phone: _______________________________...
- Page 50 – INDEX – 1-Line Alpha Keypads ...... 9 Exit Alarm ......... 8 Quick Bypass ......22, 38 2-Line Alpha keypads ....... 9 Fire ..4, 6, 11, 20, 21, 33, 35, 41 Quick Guide to System Functions .. 38 2-Partition AWAY Arming ....17 Fire Alarm ......
- Page 51 Pittway Corporation, and its divisions, subsidiaries and affili ates ("Seller"), 165 Eileen Way, Syosset, New York 11791, warrants its First Alert Professional security equipment (the "product") to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one year from date of original purchase, under normal use and service. Seller's obligation is limited to re pairing or replacing, at its option, free of charge for parts, labor, or transporta tion, any product proven to be defective in materials or workmanship under normal use and ser- vice.
- Page 52 175 Eileen Way Syosset, New York 11791 Copyright © 1997 PITTWAY CORPORATION àN7527-1V2!ä N7527-1V2 Rev B 4/99...