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Appendix A: Reference information

This appendix provides a list of system limitations, emergency planning,

floorplan, and a quick reference command table.

Alarm system limitations

Not even the most advanced alarm system can guarantee protection against

burglary, fire, or environmental problems. All alarm systems are subject to

possible compromise or failure-to-warn for a variety of reasons.

• If sirens are not placed within hearing range of persons sleeping, in remote

parts of the premises, or if they are placed behind doors or other obstacles.

• If intruders gain access through unprotected points of entry or areas where

sensors have been bypassed.

• If intruders have the technical means of bypassing, jamming, or disconnecting

all or part of the system.

• If power to sensors is inadequate or disconnected.

• If freeze or any environmental sensors are not located in areas where the

appropriate condition can be detected.

• If smoke does not reach a smoke sensor. For example, smoke sensors

cannot detect smoke in chimneys, walls, roofs, or areas blocked by a closed

door. Sensors may not detect smoke in other levels of the building. Sensors

may not warn in time when fires are caused by smoking in bed, explosions,

improper storage of flammables, overloaded electrical circuits, or other

hazardous conditions.

• If telephone lines are out of service.

Inadequate maintenance is the most common cause of alarm failure. Therefore,

test your system at least once per week to be sure sensors, sirens, and phone

communication are all working correctly.

Although having an alarm system may make you eligible for reduced insurance

premiums, the system is no substitute for insurance.

WARNING: Security system devices cannot compensate you for loss of life or

property.

Emergency planning

Since an emergency is always unexpected, you should develop plans to help

prepare for a variety of emergency situations. Periodically discuss and rehearse

emergency plans to include the following:

• Understand how to use your security system.

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