Ok the instructions above are somewhat correct and definitely helped me out, but this is what was different for me.1st: Unplug your alarm from the Wall Outlet. Now that you know the Installer Code, you can exit programming mode by pressing *99, and would then be able to reenter programming by keying in the Installer Code + 800, if necessary. Again, after entry of the final digit, you'll hear 3 beeps, and to verify the code was taken correctly, you can then press #20 to have the system read it back to you. You can also simply change the Installer Code to a 4 digit code of your choice by pressing *20 + New 4 Digit Code.

Each digit is followed by a beep, and the final digit is followed by 3 beeps. For example, if the Installer Code is 9876, it would be displayed as 09 08 07 06. The code will be displayed as four 2-digit numbers. You can then hit #20 to view the current installer code. If done correctly, the keypad should display 'Installer Code 20' on the display. Once the system is powered down, plug the transformer back into the wall and immediately press * and # together on the FA260 keypad. You will find the battery inside the beige metal cabinet that houses the First Alert control panel. Check resistance of the thermostat relay terminals.Just like with a VISTA Series panel, you will need to remove the security system transformer from the wall outlet and unhook one lead from the backup battery, which will power down your system.Check the motor cables for short circuits.Check that all the connectors at drive and motor are inserted properly.Check the fuse and IGBT on the control board.An instantaneous power failure may have occurred Verify settings at DIP switches SW3 and SW4 are correct.Use megger to obtain winding resistance values Check motor and motor cables for short circuits.Check to make sure terminal screws are tightly secured.Inspect the fiver optic cable for any breaks.Check to make sure connectors of optical fiber cables are inserted properly to control board.Check for mechanical troubles (no bindings, no problems with lubricating oil systems, etc).Check the magnetic encoder sensor or gear.Check the output signals of the encoder, that they are present and correct (using Oscilloscop).

For these units in particular, our team of technicians uses the diode function of the multimeter as well as huntron devices to check the output modules. Precision Zone repair technicians use digital multimeters with diode testing capabilities and also take resistance measurements to conduct a static test.

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