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First Alert FA1700C

First Alert FA1700C
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Commercial Fire and Burglary
Commercial Fire and BurglaryCommercial Fire and Burglary
Commercial Fire and Burglary
Partitioned Security System
Partitioned Security SystemPartitioned Security System
Partitioned Security System
with Scheduling
with Schedulingwith Scheduling
with Scheduling
User Guide
User GuideUser Guide
User Guide

Table of Contents

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First Alert FA1700C Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandFirst Alert
ModelFA1700C
CategorySecurity System
LanguageEnglish

Summary

System Overview

General System Information

Provides an introduction to the security system's features and benefits.

A Partitioned System

Explains the concept of dividing the security system into multiple partitions.

Zones and Protection Types

Details zone assignments and types of protection: zones, fire, and burglary.

Carbon Monoxide and Alarm Features

Covers CO detection, alarm indication, and alarm memory.

Using Schedules and Device Timers

Introduces system scheduling and programmable device timers.

Partition Access and Master Keypads

Explains how to access other partitions and the function of master keypads.

Self-Help Feature

Describes the on-screen help system for user instructions.

Keypads - Features and Operation

Keypads - General Features

Details keypad features, display, sounder, and important safety warnings.

Keypads - Alpha Keypad

Describes the Alpha Keypad's alphanumeric display and custom descriptors.

Keypad Functions and Operation

Keypad Functions - Fire Keypad Layout

Illustrates and explains the layout of the primary fire keypad.

Keypad Functions - Burglary Keypad Layout

Illustrates and explains the layout of the burglary keypad.

Keypad Functions - Button & Indicator Descriptions

Details the functions of keypad buttons, LEDs, and the speaker.

EntryExit Delays

EntryExit Delays - General Information

Explains the system's installer-programmed exit and entry delay times.

Security Codes and Authority Levels

Security Codes - General Information

Covers user security codes, authority levels, and user identification.

Security Codes - Duress Code

Explains the use of a duress code for silent emergency notification.

Security Codes - Quick Arming

Details the procedure for arming the system without a code.

Security Codes - Authority Levels

Lists and defines the six authority levels and their system permissions.

Security Codes - Authority Rules

Outlines rules for managing user authority levels and security codes.

Security Codes - Exiting Edit Mode

Provides instructions on how to exit user edit modes.

Security Codes - Add a User

Step-by-step guide for adding new users to the system.

Security Codes - Change User Code

Details how to modify an existing user's security code.

Security Codes - Delete a User

Explains the process for removing a user from the system.

Accessing Other Partitions

Accessing Partitions - Access Another

Instructions for using the GOTO command to switch between partitions.

Accessing Partitions - Global Arming

Explains how to arm or disarm multiple partitions simultaneously.

Accessing Partitions - Master Keypad

Describes the features and display of a master keypad.

Accessing Partitions - Common Lobby

Details the logic for common lobby partitions shared by multiple users.

Accessing Partitions - Lobby User Codes

Explains how user codes affect the common lobby arming/disarming logic.

Checking For Open Zones

Checking Open Zones - Using READY Key

Procedure to display faulted zones before arming the system.

Displaying All Zone Descriptors

Zone Descriptors - Using READY Key

How to display all programmed zone descriptors using the READY key.

Bypassing Protection Zones

Bypassing Zones - Using BYPASS Key

Procedure for intentionally unprotecting specific zones.

Bypassing Zones - Quick Bypass

Method to bypass all open zones without individual entry.

Bypassing Zones - Display Bypassed

How to view which zones are currently bypassed.

Bypassing Zones - Group Bypass

Procedure for bypassing zones assigned to specific groups.

Arming Perimeter Only

Arming Perimeter - Using STAY Key

Procedure for arming the system to protect perimeter zones.

Arming Perimeter - Auto-STAY

Explains automatic bypassing of certain zones in STAY mode.

Arming Perimeter - Using INSTANT Key

Procedure for arming the system with instant perimeter protection.

Arming All Protection

Arming All Protection - Using AWAY Key

Procedure for arming the system for full perimeter and interior protection.

Arming All Protection - Using MAXIMUM Key

Procedure for maximum security arming with no entry delays.

Quick Exit Procedure

Quick Exit - Using # + 9 Keys

Allows exiting an armed partition without disarming first.

Disarming and Silencing Alarms

Disarming & Silencing - Using OFF Key

Procedure to disarm the system and silence alarms.

Disarming & Silencing - Memory of Alarm

Details how to view and clear the system's alarm memory.

Using the Keyswitch

Keyswitch - General Info

Explains keyswitch indicators and general operation.

Keyswitch - Arming

Describes procedures for arming using the keyswitch.

Keyswitch - Disarming

Describes procedures for disarming using the keyswitch.

Chime Mode

Chime Mode - Using 9 Key

Procedure to activate or deactivate the chime mode for door/window openings.

Viewing Alarm Company Messages

Alarm Messages - Viewing Info

Explains how to view messages from the monitoring agency or installer.

Panic Keys

Panic Keys - Usage

Instructions on how to manually activate panic functions.

Panic Keys - Functions Explained

Details the types of panic functions available: silent, audible, personal.

Relay Control

Relay Control - General Info

Explains how relays can be used to control external devices like doors.

Relay Control - Executing

Procedure for activating a relay via keypad command.

#70 Relay Menu Mode

#70 Relay Menu - General Info

Explains how to use the #70 command to control devices.

Using Schedules

Schedules - Delay Closing Time

Procedure for delaying automatic arming times up to 2 hours.

Schedules - Temporary Schedules

How to set up temporary overrides for system schedules.

Schedules - Programming Temporary

Step-by-step guide for programming temporary schedules for each day.

Programming Device Timers

Device Timers - General Info

Explains setting ON/OFF times and days for device control.

Device Timers - Randomize Times

Method to set devices for random activation times for security.

#77 Instant Activation Mode

#77 Activation - Relay Commands

Lists action codes for controlling relays instantly.

#77 Activation - ArmDisarm Commands

Lists action codes for instant arming and disarming.

#77 Activation - Bypass Commands

Lists action codes for instant zone bypassing.

#77 Activation - OpenClose Commands

Lists action codes for enabling partition opening/closing windows.

#77 Activation - Access Control

Lists action codes for access control functions.

Event Log Procedures

Event Log - Display Log

Step-by-step guide to accessing and viewing system event logs.

System Testing (Weekly)

System Testing - Using TEST Key

Procedure to enter Burglary Walk Test mode.

System Testing - Performing Test

Instructions for testing doors, windows, motion, and smoke detectors.

Fire Alarm System

Fire Alarm - In Case Of Fire

Emergency procedures to follow when a fire is detected.

Fire Alarm - Silencing Fire Alarm

Procedure to silence the keypad and potentially fire bells.

Fire Alarm - Event Display Lock

System behavior when multiple events occur simultaneously.

Fire Alarm - Fire Drill Test

Instructions for conducting a fire drill or bell test.

Trouble Conditions

Trouble Conditions - Typical Displays

Explains how to interpret system trouble messages and indicators.

Trouble Conditions - Power Failure

Describes system operation during AC power loss and battery backup.

Trouble Conditions - Servicing Info

Provides contact information for local dealers and service.

Emergency Evacuation Procedures

Maintaining Your System

System Maintenance - Taking Care

General tips for ensuring the security system's reliability.

System Maintenance - Battery Replacement

Procedure for replacing batteries in wireless sensors and transmitters.

System Maintenance - Silence Low Battery Tones

How to silence low battery alert tones at the keypad.

System Maintenance - Routine Care

Guidelines for cleaning and general maintenance of system components.

Quick Guides - Fire Functions

Quick Guides - Burglary Functions

Audible Notification Summary

Regulatory Information - FCC Statements

System Limitations and Warnings

Limited Warranty

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