quick guide manual says alarm goes off after 15sec of no movement. i just tested mine and it goes off after 21sec. is this normal? is manual wrong?
1860159
I'm pretty sure we read 20 sec somewhere. Ours goes off about the same time too.
1860160
We have actually had it go off sooner than 15 seconds. I believe it is looking for absolutely no motion --- even breathing or panting will delay the response.
1512646
The alarm goes off for about 60 seconds (I've never timed it. I seems to last a long time.) It's plenty of time for me. If you want to go take a shower or something, though, you could miss it, I suppose.
369814
The alarm sounds continually for about 30 seconds, +/-, and then shuts off. It will then reset to the time you previously set it for. This item is described to continue until one manually shuts if off. But the instructions that come with it say different and after using it, I found the instructions are correct...not the advertised description.
2263335
The goal of this unit IS to go off every time the sensor detects motion. So this unit is only operated by being on (detecting motion) or off. There are other forms of patient alarms, such as a magnetic clip, attached to patient clothing, that will set off an alarm when the magnets separate...with movement. An alarm like this might work better for you.
2260612
I have not timed it but would estimate it to be 15 to 20 seconds, but if you are within it's sensor range, it will remain on, unless you stop any movement.once you move again, it'll come back on.
1288407
Mine worked just fine out of the box after I instaled the wires to my current alarm. I suggest you check to make sure the batteries are installeld correctly.I do not remember if there were toggle siwtches that need to be set to make it work but I think not. Check to make sure you installed the wires corrrectly in your current alarm.Absent that working, call the help number on your installation document. Good luck. I love mine.
1658012
I called the 800# & they said it needs to be ran under warm water for 20 seconds, dry it & it should be fine. Did that to mine over & over again but still didnt stop my alarm from going off. Had to return mine, i had the same problem as you.
1882112
I use mine mainly in chime mode, but have used it in alarm mode with no problems. Just want to make sure you arm it correctly.
1162099
We set three alarms. I do not remember needing to cancel or turn off the fourth one. It wasn't a concern and never came on. We are not using the unit at this time, but never had a problem with it.
1648117
I have had mine for years and years but I can't really answer! I use the alarm sound which will go off ten separate times probably 30 sec. Or so apart. I have had on since around 1978-ish and am only on my second one. I t is set for 4 separate alarms. I love the convenience of being able to grab my alarm and a couple containers when we go to my son's for an overnight. Good size too for the purse don't you agree? If you haven't purchased it yet I suggest you do. Enjoy.
1288405
Mine worked just fine out of the box after I instaled the wires to my current alarm. I suggest you check to make sure the batteries are installeld correctly. I do not remember if there were toggle siwtches that need to be set to make it work but I think not. Check to make sure you installed the wires corrrectly in your current alarm. Absent that working, call the help number on your installation document. Good luck. I love mine.
1416224
Hello, Yes, the alarm system once triggered, will sound for the determined amount of time you personally chose (00-30 Minutes). Then it will shut off, and reset. Meaning the alarm system is armed again, awaiting the next break-in attempt. Thanks. www.FortressSecurityStore.com
610374
No, that is not normal, I have mine for two years. Are you sure it off and not just on the low mode, it is very quite.I believe there is a timer feature, make sure it is not set to go off automatically. Return it if it ahs a problem.
1750606
These alarms go off at the first vibration and do not stop until you turn it off. They are loud and you have a choice between two alarm sounds. If someone just jiggles your door knob, these will go off.
1304007
I've also had mine about 2 years but have had no problems with false alarms. The on-board backup battery only lasts about 1 year, and when mine started seeming to give false alarms a couple of times, I found the actual problem was that it was warning me that the battery needed replacing... at least, replacing the battery corrected the alarms. Hope this helps.
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the manual says it has to be out of range for more than 15 min. to prevent false alarms from opening the door. I pulled the sensor from the frig. and set it on the counter and the alarm sounded in about 5 minuets. I set my alarm a couple of degrees above the highest max temp the frig. reached after testing it for a few weeks. haven't had any alarms.
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Hi, It sounds like you had a power failure or lighting strike to the system. This happened to me and the alarm continued to sound-off. The only way to stop the alarm from ringing is to disconnect it from the main power source. Rotate the entire alarm counter-clockwise until it is unsecured from the base. There is a socket plug connector to the power source. Unplug. If this the only unit in the house that is sounding, it is defective and needs to be replaced.