Glassbreak Detector Troubleshooting
Your glassbreak detector is designed to sense the sound of breaking glass. This troubleshooting information refers to the FlexGuard 5853.
Troubleshooting
| Troubleshooting the FlexGuard 5853 Glassbreak Detector: | ||
| Condition | Green LED | Red LED |
| Power Up | ON 1 second | ON 1 second |
| Test Mode | Flash once per second | OFF |
| Test Mode (Event Detected) | Flicker | OFF |
| Test Mode (Alarm) | Flash once per second | ON 5 seconds |
| Low Battery (Refer to the Glassbreak Detector Battery Replacement page) | Flash once per second | Flash once per second |
| Detector Powering Up | Red and green LED will blink together four times, once every 10 seconds. | |
Testing the Detector
The detector should be tested at least once per year. Test the detector by standing in front of the glassbreak detector and playing a simulated glassbreak sound.
To test the glassbreak detector:
This may cause your system to alarm. Please make all occupants of the home or business aware that the siren may sound and that it is only a test.
- Place your system on test.
- Be sure that the speaker on your phone, tablet or laptop is at full volume.
- Stand within 12" of the glassbreak with your phone, tablet or laptop.
- Click on ▶ below to play the simulated glassbreak sound.
If your system alarms, the test is successful. - Cancel the alarm at the keypad
- Take your system off test
Related Topics
Testing Your System
Instructions for placing your system in Test mode, and for removing it from Test mode once the test is complete.
Glassbreak Detector Battery Replacement
Step-by-step instructions on how to change the battery in your glassbreak detector.
Find the Right Sensor Battery
Identify which battery goes with your peripheral sensor.
