Sensaphone IMS-1000 Users manual - Manual (Page 104)

IMS-1000 Manual
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Appendix A: Weekly Testing Procedure
We recommend that you test your IMS-1000 system weekly to be sure it is functioning properly. This will
ensure that when a problem arises the IMS-1000 will be ready to alert the appropriate personnel. A test log
template is included at the back of this manual.
There are several tests that can be performed:
1) Call the unit and listen to the Status Report. This will test the unit’s ability to answer the phone and
speak a message. It will also verify that all of the inputs are reading properly, the alarm conditions
are OK, the electricity is on, the microphone is functioning, and the batteries are OK.
2) Create an alarm on each input by tripping all connected sensors.
Temperature sensors: Heat or cool the sensor.
Motion sensors: Have someone walk in front of the sensor.
Door/window sensors: open the door/window.
Water sensors: Apply a small amount of water beneath the sensor or use a wet towel and touch it to
the sensor probes.
Humidity sensors: Raise the humidity around the sensor by holding a cup of very hot water beneath
the sensor.
Smoke detectors: Hold magnet near test area on smoke detector, or make smoke.
Allow the unit to send its message all programmed contacts. This will make sure that the IMS-1000 is
programmed properly. It will also prepare personnel to respond appropriately when they receive a
call from the Sensaphone.
3) Test the batteries in any IMS unit by unplugging the AC power and making sure that the IMS-1000
continues to function.
4) If you require assistance, call Sensaphone Technical Support at 610.558.2700.