Testing Your System - DSC Power Series Manual

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8. User Walk Test (For Europe only) - This test allows the user to verify operation of system
detectors and notifies the central station that a Walk Test is in progress.
Note: Fire zones, the [F] key, and 2-wire Smoke detectors are excluded from this test. Violation of these
zones will cause the system to exit the walk test then generate and transmit alarm condition to the
central station.
1. Press [*][6][8] to enable Walk Test. The system will notify the Central Station that a walk test has
begun.
2. Violate all each detector (zone) in sequence. A squawk will occur at the keypad and the violation will
be recorded in the Event Buffer.
3. Restore zones. Press [*][6][8] to end the Walk Test. The system will notify the Central Station that
the walk test has been terminated.
Note: If a zone is not violated within 15 minutes of activating the Walk Test, the system will automatically
exit the Walk Test and resume normal operation.
System Testing

Testing Your System

Testing Your Keypad Sounder and Siren
The System Test provides several system tests, and a two-second check of the keypad sounder and bell
or siren.
1. Press [*][6] [Master Code] [4].
2. The following will occur:
The system activates all keypad sounders and bells or sirens for two seconds. All keypad lights
turn ON.
PK5500/LCD5500 keypads will light all pixels.
The Ready, Armed, and Trouble LED's will flash for the duration of the test.
3. To exit the function menu, press [#].
Testing Your Entire System
All smoke detectors in this installation must be tested by your smoke detector installer or dealer once a
year to ensure they are functioning correctly. It is the user's responsibility to test the system weekly
(excluding smoke detectors). Ensure you follow all the steps in the 'Testing Your System' section above.
Note: Should the system fail to function properly, call your installation company for service immediately.
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