User's Manual

Page 139 | August 17, 2010
Appendix C: Recommendations for Sensor Installation and
Placement
Door/Window Sensors and Glass Break Detectors
Install door/window sensors and/or glass break detectors at every possible location of entry, both
upstairs and down.
Glass Break Detectors
For best detector performance, select a mounting location that is:
§ Within 7.6 m (25ft) of the protected glass
§ Within clear view of the protected glass
§ On the same wall as the protected glass
§ At least 2 m (6.5ft) from the floor
§ At least 1 m (3ft) from forced-air ducts
§ At least 1 m (3ft) from sirens or bells greater that 5 cm (2in.) in diameter
§ On a window frame if any heavy window covering is present
Avoid mounting the detector in the following locations:
§ In a corner
§ On free standing post or pillars
§ In rooms with noisy equipment such as air compressors, bells/ door bell, and power tools
§ In bathrooms (a slamming toilet seat will easily fault a glass break detector)