GE Choice-Alert 45136 User manual

45136
Choice
ALERT
Choice
ALERT
™
Control all Sensors
& accessories from
one location
™
Wireless Alarm System
Alarm Siren
User’s Manual
Low Batt On Armed
ON/OFF LEARN

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Important Safeguards 4
Introduction 4
Assigning a Alarm Siren to the system 5-6
Installation 6
Testing the Alarm Siren or your system 6
Erasing Alarm Siren from system 7
Low battery indicator 8
Battery warnings 8
FCC Warning 10
Table of Contents

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Before connecting or operating the Alarm Siren,
please read these instructions carefully and save
this manual for future reference.
Congratulations
The GE Choice Alert™Wireless Alarm System is one
of the most affordable and expandable wireless
alarm systems available. You’ll discover the system
offers many features typically found in custom
installed Alarm systems.
The Choice Alert system is reliable and easy-to-use.
With Choice Alert you can select from a line of Sensors
and Accessories; start small and expand as you
need, or create a system that meets all your needs.
The Choice Alert System is protected by Priority
Code Selection technology which provides increased
security and trouble-free wireless connections. It
also guarantees the Control Center will only respond
to signals from your Sensors in and around your home,
and prevents anyone from tampering with
your system.
The user manual explains in simple steps how to
install, use and care for your new Choice Alert
Alarm Siren.
If you have any questions or would like
additional information please visit our web site
www.jascoproducts.com, or contact our
Customer Service Group at 1-800-654-8483.

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Important safeguards
Pre Cautions
1. Do not attempt to disassemble the Alarm Siren,
unless described in the user’s manual. There are no
user serviceable parts.
2. Handle with Care – Avoid striking or shaking.
Improper use or storage could damage the Alarm
Siren. Modifying or tampering the device or its internal
components can cause a malfunction and void the
Alarm Siren’s warranty.
3. If you feel the Alarm Siren or any part of the Choice
Alert system is not operating correctly or as
described, please contact Customer Service for
assistance (1-800-654-8483).

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Parts Check List
Identify all the parts before proceeding.
The Alarm Siren will increase your system’s sound. Use in
areas where the Control Center’s siren cannot be heard.
Adding a Alarm Siren
In order to link the Alarm Siren to the Control Center,
you will need to have the Alarm Siren and Control
Center near each other
Step 1 - Remove cover on bottom of the Alarm
Siren. Plug in the AC adapter. Insert the antenna and
slide mode switch to the ‘ON’ position.
Alarm Siren
Low Batt On Armed
Low Batt On Armed
2 - Screws
2 - Plastic anchors
AC Apapter
Plug-in for AC Adapter
Low Batt On Armed
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Plug-in for Antenna Adapter

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Step 2 - Press and hold the Learn button
inside the Alarm Siren. The ‘ON’ indicator on
the front will begin to flash and it will sound
continuious beeps.
Step 3 -While continuing to press the Learn
button on the Alarm Siren, press and hold
the Mute button on the side of the Control
Center for three seconds. The Control
Center will send a test signal to the Alarm
Siren. When the Alarm Siren receives the test
signal it will sound a long tone and the ‘ON’
indicator will stop flashing.
Step 4 - Release all buttons
This indicates the Alarm Siren has been linked with the
Control Center. Replace cover to Alarm Siren.
Test the Alarm Siren
Step 1 - After the Alarm Siren has been successfully
linked with the Control Center press and hold the
Mute button on the Control Center for three seconds.
Step 2 - When the Alarm Siren receives the test
signal from the Control Center, one LED indicator
on the Alarm Siren will begin to flash. It will continue
to flash for 30 seconds. This indicates it has received
the test signal.
Installation
Turn the Alarm Siren over and adjust the triangle hang
tags as shown in digram (1). After you have turned the
triangle hang tags into the correct position, now you
are ready to install. Find the place that you would like
to hang the Alarm Siren. Use the screws included for
Alert
Chime
Off
Mute
Learn
Input DC 12V
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wood, or the screws and anchors included for
drywall mounting, as shown in diagram (2).
Erasing the Alarm Siren from the system
Step 1 - Remove the AC Adapter and battery from
the Alarm Siren.
Step 2 - With the AC Adapter and battery removed,
press and hold the Learn button.
Step 3 - While pressing the Learn button, re-install
AC Adapter. The LEDs will flash rapidly and the
Alarm Siren will sound beeps. This indicates the
Alarm Siren has been removed from the system.
Step 4 - Release all buttons
Wood (screws only) -
Drywall (screws & anchors) -
Wood (screws only) -
Drywall (screws & anchors) -
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Model # Description Battery Type Battery Life*
45129 Control Center (4) “AAA” 24 months
45136 Alarm Siren (1) “9V” 24 months
*maximum potential life based upon usage and location
Low Battery Indicator
The Alarm Siren offers battery back-up using a “9V”
battery. Remove screws marked with arrows on
back and attach battery to tab according to polarity
markings. When the battery voltage reaches a low
level, the “Low battery” LED indicator on the front will
begin to flash until battery is replaced. If the battery is
not installed the “Low battery” LED indicator will
remain on.
WARNING!
Risk of personal injury
- Prolonged exposure to alarm siren may cause permanent
hearing loss
Battery Warning!
- Remove battery before storing the Alarm or Sensor for
extended periods
- Battery may leak harmful liquids or ignitable materials or
explode causing injury and product damage
- Do not mix old and new or other battery types
- Replace fully discharged battery immediately
CAUTION!
- Do not mount in wet locations
- Do not run Adapter cable through wall

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FCC Warning
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to the equipment
would void the user’s warranty and may conflict with both
state and federal laws. The Choice Alert system complies with
part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following
conditions:
1) The Choice Alert system may not cause
harmful interference.
2) The Choice Alert system may accept any interference
received including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an
experienced radio/TV technician for help