WARNING: Installer please read carefully
Note to Installers
The warningson thispage contain vitalinformation. Asthe only individualin contact
with systemusers,it isthe installer’sresponsibility to bring each itemin thiswarning to
the attention of allusersof thissystem.
System Failures
Thissystemhas been carefullydesigned to be aseffective aspossible. There are cir-
cumstances, however, involving fire,burglary, orothertypes of emergencieswhere
it may not provide protection. Any alarm system of any type may be compromised
deliberately or may fail to operate asexpected for a variety of reasons. Some, but
not all, of the reasonsmaybe:
Access by Intruders
Intruders may enter through an unprotected access point, circumvent a sensing
device, evade detection by moving through an area of insufficient coverage, dis-
connect a warning device, or interfere with or prevent the proper operation of the
system.
Component Failure
Although every effort has been made to make this system as reliable as possible,
the systemmayfailto function asintended due to the failure of a component.
Compromise of Radio Frequency (Wireless) Devices
Signals may not reach the receiver under all circumstances which could include
metalobjectsplaced on or near the radio path ordeliberate jamming or otherinad-
vertent radio signalinterference.
Criminal Knowledge
Thissystemcontains securityfeatures which were known to be effective at the time
of manufacture. It is possible forpersons with criminal intent to develop techniques
which reduce the effectiveness of these features. It is important that the security
systembe reviewed periodicallyto ensure that itsfeaturesremain effective and that
it is updated or replaced if it isfound that it does not provide the protection expec-
ted.
Failure of Replaceable Batteries
Thissystem’swirelesstransmitters have been designed to provide severalyearsof
battery life under normal conditions. The expected battery life is a function of the
device environment, usage, and type. Ambient conditions such as high humidity,
high orlow temperatures,or large temperature fluctuationsmayreduce the expec-
ted batterylife. While each transmitting device hasa low batterymonitorwhich iden-
tifies when the batteries need to be replaced, this monitor may fail to operate as
expected. Regular testing and maintenance will keep the system in good oper-
ating condition.
Inadequate Installation
A security system must be installed properly in order to provide adequate pro-
tection. Every installation should be evaluated by a security professionalto ensure
that all access points and areas are covered. Locks and latches on windows and
doors must be secure and operate as intended. Windows, doors, walls, ceilings
and other building materials must be of sufficient strength and construction to
provide the level of protection expected. A reevaluation must be done during and
afteranyconstruction activity. An evaluation bythe fire and/orpolice department is
highlyrecommended if thisservice isavailable.
Inadequate Testing
Most problemsthat would prevent an alarmsystemfromoperating asintended can
be found by regular testing and maintenance. The complete system should be
tested weekly and immediately after a break-in, an attempted break-in, a fire, a
storm, an earthquake, an accident, oranykind of construction activityinside orout-
side the premises. The testing should include all sensing devices, keypads, con-
soles, alarm indicating devices, and any other operational devices that are part of
the system.
Insufficient Time
There may be circumstances when the system will operate as intended, yet the
occupants willnot be protected froman emergencydue to theirinability to respond
to the warnings in a timely manner. If the system is remotely monitored, the
response maynotoccurin time to protectthe occupantsortheirbelongings.
Motion Detectors
Motion detectors can only detect motion within the designated areas as shown in
their respective installation instructions. They cannot discriminate between
intruders and intended occupants. Motion detectors do not provide volumetric
area protection. They have multiple beams of detection and motion can only be
detected in unobstructed areas covered by these beams. They cannot detect
motion which occurs behind walls, ceilings, floor, closed doors, glass partitions,
glassdoorsor windows. Anytype oftampering whetherintentionalor unintentional
such as masking, painting, or spraying of any material on the lenses, mirrors, win-
dowsor anyother partof the detection systemwillimpairitsproper operation.
Passive infrared motion detectors operate by sensing changes in temperature.
However their effectivenesscan be reduced when the ambient temperature rises
nearorabove bodytemperature orif there are intentionalorunintentionalsources
of heat in or near the detection area. Some of these heat sources could be heat-
ers, radiators, stoves, barbecues, fireplaces, sunlight, steam vents, lighting and so
on.
Power Failure
Controlunits, intrusion detectors, smoke detectorsand manyothersecurity devices
require an adequate power supplyfor proper operation. If a device operates from
batteries, it ispossible for the batteries to fail. Even if the batteries have not failed,
they must be charged, in good condition and installed correctly. If a device oper-
ates onlybyAC power, any interruption, however brief, willrender that device inop-
erative while it does not have power. Power interruptions of any length are often
accompanied by voltage fluctuations which may damage electronic equipment
such as a securitysystem. Aftera powerinterruption hasoccurred, immediatelycon-
duct a complete systemtest to ensure that the systemoperatesas intended.
Security and Insurance
Regardless of its capabilities, an alarm system is not a substitute for property or life
insurance. An alarmsystemalso is not a substitute for property owners, renters, or
other occupants to act prudently to prevent or minimize the harmful effects of an
emergencysituation.
Smoke Detectors
Smoke detectorsthat are a part of thissystemmaynot properlyalert occupantsof a
fire for a number of reasons, some of which follow. The smoke detectors mayhave
been improperlyinstalled orpositioned. Smoke maynot be able to reach the smoke
detectors, such aswhen the fire isin a chimney, wallsor roofs, or on the other side
of closed doors. Smoke detectors maynot detect smoke fromfires on another level
ofthe residence orbuilding.
Every fire is different in the amount of smoke produced and the rate of burning.
Smoke detectors cannot sense alltypes of fires equally well. Smoke detectors may
not provide timely warning of fires caused by carelessness or safety hazards such
assmoking in bed, violent explosions, escaping gas,improperstorage offlammable
materials, overloaded electricalcircuits, children playing with matches, orarson.
Even if the smoke detector operates as intended, there may be circumstances
when there is insufficient warning to allow alloccupants to escape in time to avoid
injuryordeath.
Telephone Lines
If telephone linesare used to transmit alarms, theymaybe out of service or busy for
certain periods of time. Also an intruder maycut the telephone line or defeatitsoper-
ation by more sophisticated meanswhich may be difficult to detect.
Warning Devices
Warning devices such as sirens, bells, horns, or strobes may not warn people or
waken someone sleeping if there is an intervening wallor door. If warning devices
are located on a different level of the residence or premise, then it isless likelythat
the occupants will be alerted or awakened. Audible warning devices may be
interfered with by other noise sourcessuch as stereos, radios, televisions, air con-
ditioners, other appliances, or passing traffic. Audible warning devices, however
loud, maynot be heard bya hearing-impaired person.
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