Caring for your ADT home security system involves replacing the battery, an activity that will enhance the performance of the system. ADT alarms are powered by batteries and they will start to make a loud beeping noise once the battery is low on power meaning it is time to replace it. This is one of the most common things that you can ever do on your own by just removing the back cover and then slotting in a new battery.
Firstly, you will have to buy a new battery for your car Since you are a car owner, you will easily find a car battery near you. Depending on the type and model of the alarm panel, most of them require a 12V, 7Ah sealed lead acid battery. These may be bought at the nearest hardware, home improvement, or security stores where such products are sold. Ensure that the records conform with data currently in the system on batteries. If you have a doubt, then you should check the manual that is provided with your ADT equipment or consult an ADT personnel.
After you have sourced the new 12-volt 7Ah sealed lead acid battery for your ADT alarm system, you can then proceed with replacing the battery. However, before installing your replacement battery, make sure that it is charged to the optimum level.
The first thing that needs to be done to prevent going off the alarm every time the low battery is removed is to switch off the alarm system. Disposing of the alarm system means to activate the disarm or off mode by entering the alarm code and using the keypad. If you do not recall your code then you should call the ADT to have it given back to you or to be deactivated for a while.
Next, move to open the control panel cabinet that will house the battery. Most of the ADT Control boxes have a screw which has to be turned to open the box. Look for the screws which will be found along the top or side of the box and then unscrew the cover to open it in a way that you can swing it.
If you have the cover off then you should look at the wiring and connectors that are associated with the board. It is also possible that there are several wires and a wiring loom connected to the terminal posts of the battery. Cautiously disconnect the wires and take out the low battery from its bracket or housing if available. Most batteries will have a top handle to grab them and pull out once the wires are disconnected from them.
To do this, ensure you check the condition of the battery terminals and wires before fitting the new battery. If there is any form of rust or dirt around the area, it is wiped off using a wire brush or sandpaper to give good contact.
Make sure that the new battery you have is charged enough by using a voltmeter to measure voltage – the figure should be close to 12 to 13 volts. After that, place it in the battery slot in a way that will make the terminal polarity on the battery correspond with the positive and negative posts that make contact with the battery.
Connect all the wires and connections to the new battery in the format they were placed earlier. Hopefully, there will be enough slack to push any wire back into the control box, then if the battery is provided with its bracket, tightly screw it into place. As this assists in maintaining the stability of the structure, any movement that may lead to the loosening of connections is avoided.
After reattaching the wires ensure that you screw the control panel cover and put it back in its proper place. Unlock your ADT alarm system and use the code to reactivate the system for use, or to take it out of the disarmed state. This new battery may take some hours for it to be completely incorporated into the system.
The next day conduct a follow-up check to ensure the battery icon is in a good state, and that the system is not giving out any trouble beeps. On average, the 12-volt 7Ah batteries have a lifespan of 3-5 years in an ADT panel; however, to ensure the battery green icon is functioning correctly, you need to check it occasionally.
Rechargeable backup batteries when properly replaced offer the ADT security system the opportunity to continue to protect your home in case of a power outage. Reloading the batter requires some time and if not changed on time, alarm monitoring services may be interrupted besides being awake at night to low battery notifications. This will mean that after connecting the new battery to the panel and ensuring that wiring connections are tight and clean you can be certain that your ADT alarm will work as required.
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