·         Demand thorough training so you are comfortable using your system. 

·      Keep a sheet with simple operating procedures for the system handy. 

·      Everyone who has a key to your home or business must know how to operate your security system. 

·      Remind visiting relatives, kids returning from school, etc. how to use your system. 

·      Be comfortable with how much time you have to arm and disarm your system. 

·      Request that all power consuming devices be point identified. 

·      Service and maintain system regularly before false alarms occur. 

·      Before leaving - securely close and lock all protected doors and windows.

·      Make sure all doors and windows stay closed whenever your system is armed.

·      Keep pets, fans, heaters, balloons, etc. away from motion sensor areas. 

·      Contact your alarm company if you are planning any home improvements. 

·      Contact the alarm company and tell them of any changes in your telephone
service (call waiting or fax line) or if you get a new area code.

·      Contact your alarm company as soon as you obtain a new pet. 

·      Have all alarm system users practice the process to cancel an accidental alarm.

·      When a false alarm occurs - Don't Panic! Enter your disarm code carefully to reset your alarm. 

·      If you set off your alarm by accident do not leave until you are certain that either your system is reset or your central station calls you and you give your pass or ID code (this is different from you disarming code). 

·      Understand that every time your alarm goes off, it is like calling 911.  If you don't understand any aspect of your system, ask your dealer.