False Alarms

March 1, 2007·

False activation of sensors can include

  • electrical items which can quickly change temperature
  • open, unlocked or loose fitting doors and windows
  • drafts that move plants, chandeliers and curtains
  • wandering pets, stay animals or large insects
  • helium-filled balloons and party decorations
  • Prevent false alarms

  • Make sure everyone who uses your security system, such as children, babysitters, cleaning people, neighbours or real estate agents, is familiar with the User’s Manual and understands how their system works. Anyone who has a key to your home should know how to operate your system and cancellation of false alarms. Make special arrangements for guest, repair technicians or other individuals who may have access to your premises.
  • Notify your alarm company if you think your system isn’t working properly.
  • Before activating your system

  • Lock all protected doors and windows
  • Keep pets, balloons, electric fans and heaters away from motion sensor areas
  • Be sure to refer to your User’s Manual if you plan to

  • Test your system
  • Sell your home
  • Get a pet or watchdog
  • Need assistance training
  • Fumigate your premises
  • Change your telephone system
  • Install anything near any system device
  • Remodel or renovate your home, including
  • - Replacing doors or windows
    - Installing siding, skylights or ceiling fans
    - Moving and/or removing wallpaper
    - Sanding floors
    - Installing air conditioning or insulation
    - Painting or plastering
    - Installing intercoms
    - Installing and/or moving mirrors/painting/pictures

    What if alarm goes off accidentally?

  • Don’t panic.
  • Determine if there really is a fire or an intruder.
  • If the alarm activation was accidental, turn off your system in less than one minute. Carefully press each number of your user code.

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