First Alert FA120C Home Security System User Manual


 
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TESTING THE SYSTEM
TO BE CONDUCTED WEEKLY
Using the
ÊÊ5ÊÊ
TEST Key
NO ALARM REPORTS
WILL BE SENT TO THE
CENTRAL MONITORING
STATION while the
system is in Test mode.
The TEST key puts your system into Test mode, which allows each pro-
tection point to be checked for proper operation.
1. Disarm the system and close all protected windows, doors, etc. The
keypad's READY message should be displayed and the READY
indicator (if present) should be lit.
2. Enter your security code and press the TEST key.
3. The keypad will sound a single beep every 40 seconds as a reminder
that the system is in the test mode.
Each time a protection zone is faulted, the external siren or bell should
sound for one second and then turn off, while the keypad sounds 3 beeps.
If this does not happen, call for service immediately.
4. Open and close each protected door and window in turn and listen for
the required sounds The identification of each faulted protection point
should appear on the display.
5. Walk in front of any interior motion detectors (if used) and listen for the
required sound as movement is detected. The identification of the
detector should appear on the display when it is activated.
Note:
Wireless PIR (Passive Infrared) units will send signals out only if
they have been inactive for 3 minutes.