First Alert FA162C - Manual (Page 29)

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TESTING THE SYSTEM
(TO BE CONDUCTED WEEKLY)
Using the
5 TEST Key
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
reminder that the system is in the Test mode.
Note:
An alarm message will not be sent to your alarm monitoring company during the
following tests.
1. * ** DISARMED * * *
READY T O ARM
DISARM THE SYSTEM
Disarm the system and close all protected windows,
doors, etc. The “Ready” message should be displayed and the
green READY indicator lit.
TEST
2. + 5 ENTER THE SECURITY CODE THEN PRESS TEST
(Security Code) Example: 7 2 9 6 then press the TEST key.
3. LISTEN
The external sounder should sound for 2 seconds and then
turn off.
If the sounder does not sound, CALL FOR SERVICE
IMMEDIATELY.
4. FAULT ZONES
Open each protected door and window in turn and listen for
three beeps from the keypad. Identification of each faulted
protection point should appear on the display. The display will
clear when the door or window is closed.
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