ADEMCO Honeywell 5806 W3 Operating instructions

Smoke & Heat Detector Troubleshooting
https://alpha.adt.com/help/89[11/12/2018 9:58:31 PM]
Smoke & Heat Detector Troubleshooting
« Help Center
Smoke
Detector
Trouble
Testing the
Smoke
Detector
Heat
Detector
Trouble
Testing the
Heat
Detector
How They
Work
Smoke
Detector
Care
Heat
Detector
Care
Related
Topics
Smoke Detector Trouble Conditions
There are several different models of Smoke Detectors. If yours is not listed below, please refer to the
Peripheral Device Manual page to locate the user’s manual for your device.
Ademco Honeywell 5806 W3
These Trouble Conditions apply to the Ademco Honeywell 5806W3 wireless smoke detector.
This smoke detector has 2 LEDs and a sounder to indicate the detector’s status.
State Green LED Red LED Sounder Action
Normal
(Standby)
Blinks every 10
seconds Off Off The device is operating normally. No action needed.
Smoke Alarm Off Blinks every 1
second Pattern
Smoke has been detected. ADT has
been contacted. Press the recessed
test switch to silence the smoke
detector sounder for 5 minutes. If
necessary, silence the alarm keypad.
Remove the source of the smoke, if
it can be done safely. If necessary,
fan the smoke detector for a few
minutes to further dissipate any
Select

Smoke & Heat Detector Troubleshooting
https://alpha.adt.com/help/89[11/12/2018 9:58:31 PM]
smoke or particles. If the device still
indicates a problem, it may be
necessary to clean it. Please refer to
Caring for Your Smoke Detector
below.
Thermal
Alarm (>135 ) Off Blinks every 4 seconds Pattern
The unit has detected that the
temperature is above 135 F. ADT
has been contacted. Press the
recessed test switch to silence the
smoke detector sounder for 5
minutes. If necessary, silence the
alarm keypad.
Remove the source of the heat, if it
can be done safely.
Freeze
Trouble
(<41 F>)
Off Blinks every 10
seconds Off
The unit has detected that the
temperature is below 41 F, which
could lead to a freeze situation
within the premises. Investigate the
cause and resolve.
Low Battery
0-7 days Off Blinks every 45 seconds Off
The battery power is low. ADT has
been contacted. You will be notified
of the non-emergency situation.
Replace the battery. Please refer to
the Smoke and Heat Detector
Battery Replacement page.
Low Battery
8+ days Off Blinks every 45 seconds
Chirp every 45
seconds
The battery power has been low for
8 or more days. Press the Test
switch to silence the chirp for 12
hours. ADT has been contacted. You
will be notified of the non-
emergency situation. Replace the
battery immediately. Please refer to
the Smoke and Heat Detector
Battery Replacement page.
Power Up Blinks every 5
seconds
Blinks every 5
seconds Off
The device is powering up. The lights
will blink for approximately 20
seconds until the unit has
completed the power up cycle.
o
o
o
o

Smoke & Heat Detector Troubleshooting
https://alpha.adt.com/help/89[11/12/2018 9:58:31 PM]
Out of
Sensitivity Off Blinks every 5 seconds Off
A problem has been detected with
the smoke detector. The smoke
detector compensates for long term
changes in the environment
resulting from dust and other
factors. This automatic
compensation sensitivity needs to
be reset by a technician. Please
refer to the Contact Us page
DSC WS4916
These trouble conditions apply to the DSC WS4916 wireless smoke detector. This smoke
detector has one LED light and a sounder to indicate the detector’s status.
State LED Sounder Alarm Mode Action
Normal
(Standby)
Blinks every 50
seconds Off None The device is operating normally. No action needed.
Smoke Alarm Blinks every 1
second
Pattern or
steady In Alarm
Smoke has been detected. ADT has
been contacted. Press the test
switch to silence the smoke detector
sounder for 5 minutes. If necessary,
silence the alarm keypad.
Remove the source of the smoke, if
it can be done safely. If necessary,
fan the smoke detector for a few
minutes to further dissipate any
smoke or particles. If the device still
indicates a problem, it may be
necessary to clean it. Please refer to
Caring for Your Smoke Detector
below.
Thermal Blinks every 1 Pattern or
The unit has detected that the
temperature is above 135 F. ADT
has been contacted. Press the
recessed test switch to silence the
smoke detector sounder for 5
o

Smoke & Heat Detector Troubleshooting
https://alpha.adt.com/help/89[11/12/2018 9:58:31 PM]
Alarm (>135 ) second Steady
In Alarm
minutes. If necessary, silence the
alarm keypad.
Remove the source of the heat, if it
can be done safely.
Trouble Off Chirp Trouble Signal
A problem has been detected with
the smoke detector. The smoke
detector compensates for long term
changes in the environment
resulting from dust and other
factors. This automatic
compensation sensitivity needs to
be reset by a technician. Please
refer to the Contact Us page
Low Battery
0-7 days
Blinks every 50
seconds Off Low Battery
The battery power is low. ADT has
been contacted. You will be notified
of the non-emergency situation.
Replace the battery. Please refer to
the Smoke and Heat Detector
Battery Replacement page.
Low Battery
8+ days
Blinks every 50
seconds Chirp Low Battery
The battery power has been low for
8 or more days. Press the Test
switch to silence the chirp for 12
hours. ADT has been contacted. You
will be notified of the non-
emergency situation. Replace the
battery immediately. Please refer to
the Smoke and Heat Detector
Battery Replacement page.
Tamper Blinks every 50
seconds Off Tamper
An attempt has been made to
remove the Smoke Detector, causing
the Tamper switch to be depressed.
ADT has been contacted. You will be
notified of the non-emergency
situation. Take appropriate
precautions or replace the smoke
detector properly. Note: Tamper
switch is recessed behind sensor
body; it can be seen in square
o

Smoke & Heat Detector Troubleshooting
https://alpha.adt.com/help/89[11/12/2018 9:58:31 PM]
opening above batteries.
Testing the Smoke Detector
To test that your smoke detector is functioning properly:
1. Place your system in Test mode. Please refer to the System Test page.
2. Locate the Test Switch on the detector housing. This may be a recessed switch or a visible button.
3. Depress the Test Button, if present. For a recessed test switch, use a small screwdriver or Allen key
(no more than 0.18″diameter) to push and hold the recessed test switch for at least 5 seconds. The
smoke detector LED should blink once per second and the smoke detector sounder (not the system
siren) sound within 3 seconds, indicating that the detector is functioning properly. Release the Test
Button or remove the tool from the recessed switch to silence the smoke detector sounder.
4. Remove your system from Test mode. Please refer to the System Test page.
Heat Detector Trouble Conditions
Heat Detectors do not have LEDs or sounders to indicate trouble conditions. Any trouble
conditions detected will show on your alarm keypad. Note: the actual message will vary
depending on your keypad model. Please refer to the System Panel Troubleshooting page
for details about your keypad model.

Smoke & Heat Detector Troubleshooting
https://alpha.adt.com/help/89[11/12/2018 9:58:31 PM]
State Alarm Mode on
Keypad Action
Normal
(standby) None The device is operating normally. No action needed.
Heat Alarm Alarm for Heat
Detector Zone
Heat in excess of 135 F OR an increase in temperature in
excess of 15 F per minute has been detected. ADT has been
notified of the alarm. Take appropriate action.
Low Battery Low Batt signal for the
Heat Detector zone
The battery power is low. ADT has been contacted. You will be
notified of the non-emergency situation. Replace the
battery. Please refer to the Smoke and Heat Detector Battery
Replacement page.
Testing the Heat Detector
Because many heat detectors are designed for a one-time use, it is not recommended that you test them yourself. If you have concerns
about the readiness of the heat detector, please refer to the Contact Us page.
How They Work
Smoke Detectors
There are three common styles of Smoke Detectors:
Ionization: Detects fast, flaming fires caused by chemicals, petroleum based products, paper and
wood. It is equipped with two metal plates and a small amount of radioactive material to ionize air.
When smoke passes through the device, it interrupts the ionization and triggers the alarm.
Photoelectric: Detects visible smoke, slow burning, smoldering fires caused by drapes, clothes,
paper and wood. It operates with a light beam inside; smoke particles break the light beam and
triggers the alarm.
Dual: Includes both Ionization and Photoelectric sensors.
Smoke detectors should be mounted on a ceiling or high on the wall. The National Fire Protection
Association recommends that there be at least one smoke detector on each floor, including outside
sleeping areas, in every bedroom and in the basement.
Heat Detectors
There are three common styles of Heat Detectors:
Rate of Rise: Recognizes a rapid increase of heat within its installed area. When the ambient
o
o
o

Smoke & Heat Detector Troubleshooting
https://alpha.adt.com/help/89[11/12/2018 9:58:31 PM]
temperature, as measured by its internal thermostat, rises more than 15 F in one minute, the alarm
is triggered. Some types of heat detectors may use a sealed chamber. As the temperature rises, the
air within the sealed chamber expands. Should the chamber air expand faster than it can escape
through the calibrated vent, the diaphragm is depressed, and the electrical contact closes the
circuit, triggering the alarm.
Fixed Heat: Activates once the temperature reaches the defined setting. This type will activate
once, and then need to be replaced. The fixed temperature element reacts to heat by responding to
a specific temperature setting (135º F or 194º F). The detection method is based on the spring
action of a metal contact held to the metal chamber by a fusible alloy. When the temperature
reaches the alloy’s melting point, the metal contact springs up, closing the circuit and triggering the
alarm.
Dual: Includes both Rate of Rise and Fixed Heat sensors
Heat detectors are installed normally in areas such as garages, basements, attics, kitchens, boiler rooms, bathrooms and smoking
areas. They are used for property protection and not life safety.
Caring for the Smoke Detector
Your smoke detector is sensitive to dust and particles in the air. Before performing any activity near the
smoke detector which may cause excessive dust or smoke, such as remodeling or soldering, place your
system on test to avoid a false alarm. Please refer to the System Test page. If remodeling or other activity
will create excessive dust for an extended period, please either remove the smoke detector or cover it
with a plastic cover before beginning construction. Do not paint the smoke detector; this will cause it to
be non-operational.
Dust and other particles will collect on the smoke detector over time during normal use.
The smoke detector should be cleaned periodically cleaned to remove these accumulated
particles. The following cleaning steps refer to the wireless Ademco Honeywell model
5806W3. Further information is available in the Ademco Honeywell 5803W3 device manual.
To clean the smoke detector:
1. Place your system in Test mode. Please refer to the System Test page.
2. Remove the detector housing from the base by twisting counter-clockwise.
3. Remove the battery from the unit.

Smoke & Heat Detector Troubleshooting
https://alpha.adt.com/help/89[11/12/2018 9:58:31 PM]
4. Wait at least 20 seconds to ensure proper power-down sequence.
5. Remove the detector cover by turning counter-clockwise.
6. Vacuum the cover or use canned air to remove any dust or debris.
7. Remove the top half of the screen/sensing chamber by lifting straight up.
8. Vacuum or use canned air to remove any dust or particles that are present on all chamber sections.
9. Replace the top half of the screen/sensing chamber by aligning the arrow on the screen/sensing
chamber with the arrow on the housing. Press down firmly until the screen/sensing chamber is fully
seated.
10. Replace the detector cover by placing it over the screen/sensing chamber and turning it clockwise
until it snaps into place.
11. Reinstall the battery into the battery compartment noting proper orientation. The red and green
LEDs will flash once every 5 seconds for approximately 20 seconds until the power-up cycle is
complete.
12. Reinstall the detector housing onto the base.
13. Test the smoke detector. Please refer to Testing the Smoke Detector below.
14. Remove your system from Test mode. Please refer to the System Test page.

Smoke & Heat Detector Troubleshooting
https://alpha.adt.com/help/89[11/12/2018 9:58:31 PM]
Return to Top
NOTE: If the detector indicates a maintenance trouble after the power-up sequence is complete, remove
the battery for 20 seconds and then reinstall.
Caring for the Heat Detector
The Heat Detector is used in areas where a smoke detector may not be feasible, such as a kitchen,
basement, attic or smoking area. The ambient temperature where the Heat Detector is located should
not exceed 100 for an extended period of time.
A heat detector employing a Rate of Rise threshold will activate if the temperature rises 15 or more per
minute. If an alarm temperature threshold is available, it is usually set at 135 or 194 An alarm will be
triggered if any threshold is exceeded. Due to the design of the heat detection mechanism, once an alarm
has been triggered, the heat detector must be replaced.
Do not paint the heat detector as this will interfer with the heat sensing mechanism.
Related Topics
Smoke and Heat Detector Battery Replacement
Here is information on how to replace the battery in your device
Finding the Right Peripheral Battery
Here you can locate the correct size and type of battery for your device
System Panel Troubleshooting
Here is information about how smoke and heat alarms may affect your system and keypad, as well as
how to reset your alarm system after an alarm has occurred.
Testing Your System
Here are instructions for placing your system in Test mode, and for removing it from Test mode once the
test is complete.
o
o
o o.
How can we help?
Search