Where to Place Burglary Protection Sensors
The following diagram shows a typical residential installation and the various types of wireless sensors and their function.
Burglary Protection Sensors—Residential Installation
ES
PIR
DW
DW
BED
BATH
DW
CP: CONTROL PANEL
DW: DOOR/WINDOW SENSOR
PIR: MOTION DETECTOR
GB: GLASS BREAK SENSOR
RK: REMOTE KEYPAD
ES: EXTERNAL SIREN
DC: DOORBELL CAMERA
TH: THERMOSTAT
MAIN AND SIDE GARAGE DOOR SENSORS
Where to Place Fire Protection Sensors
IN THE UNITED STATES, CANADA, AND OTHER COUNTRIES REQUIRED TO MEET THIS STANDARD: THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE INSTALLED IN
ACCORDANCE WITH CHAPTER 2 of ANSI/NFPA 72: National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code (National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park,
Quincy, MA 02269).
Where NOT to Install a Smoke Alarm
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Do NOT install a smoke alarm in a location where the normal ambient temperature is below 40°F (4.4°C) or higher than 100°F (37.8°C).
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Do NOT install a smoke alarm directly above a sink, shower, or bathtub.
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Do NOT mount a smoke alarm next to a door or window affected by drafts.
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Do NOT install near an extractor fan or air vent.
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Do NOT mount a smoke alarm outside. The alarm is designed for indoor use only.
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Do NOT mount a smoke alarm in or below a cupboard.
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Do NOT mount a smoke alarm in a location where air flow is obstructed by curtains, furniture, or other items.
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Do NOT mount a smoke alarm where dirt, dust, or grease can collect and block the sensor.
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Do NOT mount a smoke alarm where it can be knocked, damaged, or inadvertently removed.
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Do NOT place any smoke alarm within 10 ft (3.04 m) of a kitchen appliance, furnace, water heater, or other source of combustion to
minimize the risks of setting off a nuisance alarm.
Installation Guide for the 2GIG EDGE Security Panel
DC
DW
GB
ENTRY
LIVING
TH
DINING
DEN
BED
DW
DW
(WITH ENTRY/EXIT DELAY)
FRONT AND SIDE DOOR SENSORS
(WITH ENTRY/EXIT DELAY)
DW
DW
DW
KITCHEN
CP
DW
DW
GB
GARAGE
DW
RK
DW
12
PIR
DW