Sierra Housewares S5012 - Manual (Page 36)

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Disarm/Alarms
How to Prevent False Alarms
False alarms are more than a nuisance—they reduce the reliabil-
ity of your security system. Here are a few steps you can take to
prevent the annoyance and expense of false alarms.
1. Know your system. Make sure all system users under-
stand how to arm and disarm, and what special functions
they can and cannot do.
2. Remember your user code. Forgotten user codes are
the most common cause of false alarms.
3. If you have an optional keyswitch, be sure you know
where your keys are.
4. Shut doors and windows completely. Before arming
your system, be sure all protected windows and doors are
closed. As you leave the building, shut the exit door com-
pletely.
5. Regularly test and maintain your system. Routine
testing and maintenance will help you detect a service condi-
tion. See Section 6 for more information.
6. Be selective when arming the system for instant
alarms. This setting should not be used when a user might
open a door or window.
7. Make sure your system's clock and calendar are ac-
curate. Many system functions, such as Kidwatch and Auto-
matic Arming, are time-related. Be sure to adjust your clock
to reflect seasonal time changes (such as Daylight Savings