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First Alert FA142C User Manual

First Alert FA142C
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USER'S
MANUAL
FA142C Security System
N7229–1V2 Rev B 4/99

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First Alert FA142C Specifications

General IconGeneral
Sensor TypePhotoelectric
InterconnectivityNo
Test ButtonYes
Low Battery WarningYes
Alarm Sound85 dB
Test/Silence ButtonYes
LED IndicatorYes
ComplianceUL 217
Power SourceBattery
Mounting TypeWall or Ceiling
TypeSmoke Alarm

Summary

System Overview

General System Information

Provides an overview of the security system's capabilities, technology, and components.

Burglary Protection Modes

Details the system's burglary protection modes and the chime feature for door/window status.

Fire Protection System

Describes the always-on fire protection feature and related sections for guidance.

Alarm Indications and Sounds

Explains how alarms are indicated on the keypad and by external sounders.

About the Keypads

Functions of the Keypad

OFF Key

Explains its use for disarming the system and silencing alarms and trouble sounds.

AWAY Key

Details how to arm the entire system for when no one is home or the premises are vacant.

STAY Key

Describes arming perimeter zones while allowing interior movement without triggering an alarm.

MAXIMUM Key

Explains arming the entire system without an entry delay for maximum protection.

INSTANT Key

Explains arming perimeter zones without an entry delay for immediate protection.

Security Codes

Managing User Codes

Step-by-step instructions for assigning, changing, or deleting user codes.

Duress Code Function

Explains the special code for silent notification during threats.

Duress Code Programming

Details on programming and deleting the Duress code.

Entry/Exit Delays

Checking for Open Zones

Bypassing Protection Zones

Using the BYPASS Key

Details the procedure for temporarily excluding specific zones from monitoring.

Quick Bypass Feature

Describes bypassing multiple zones easily if the feature is programmed.

Arming Perimeter Only with Entry Delay ON

Using the STAY Key

Explains how to arm perimeter zones while allowing entry/exit door use.

Arming Perimeter Only with Entry Delay OFF

Using the INSTANT Key

Describes arming perimeter zones without an entry delay for immediate protection.

Arming All Protection with Entry Delay ON

Using the AWAY Key

Details arming the entire system for when the premises are vacant.

Arming All Protection with Entry Delay OFF

Using the MAXIMUM Key

Explains arming the entire system for vacant premises with no entry delay.

Disarming the System and Silencing Alarms

Using the OFF Key

Procedure for disarming the system and silencing alarms and trouble sounds.

Panic Keys

Testing the System

Using the TEST Key

Details the procedure for putting the system into test mode.

Trouble Conditions

"Check" and "Battery" Displays

Explains trouble indications related to 'Check' and 'Battery' on the keypad.

Other Trouble Displays

Lists and describes additional trouble indicators that may appear.

Additional Trouble Displays

Details further trouble indicators, including communication and battery issues.

Total Power Failure

Describes the system status and actions during a total power loss.

Fire Alarm System (If Installed)

Silencing Fire Alarms

Instructions on how to silence fire alarms and clear the display.

Manually Initiating a Fire Alarm

Steps to manually trigger a fire alarm in an emergency.

Emergency Evacuation

Quick Guide to Alarm System Functions

Arm System

How to arm the system in various modes (AWAY, STAY, INSTANT, MAXIMUM).

Disarm System

Procedure to disarm the system using a security code.

Panic Alarms (as programmed)

Activating panic alarms manually via specific key presses.

Summary of Audible/Visual Notifications

Loud, Interrupted Fire Alarm

Describes sounds and displays for fire alarms.

Loud, Continuous Alarm

Describes sounds and displays for burglary/audible emergency alarms.

Warning! The Limitations of This Alarm System

Servicing Information

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