How Do You Place The Battery In An ADT Security Alarm?
If your ADT security alarm system is displaying “Low Battery” you may need to replace your battery. Also, you may want to consider replacing your backup battery if it is more than three years old. The average life of an alarm system battery is from three to five years. Your security system backup battery is designed to run your system for six to eight hours in case of a power outage. Additionally, the battery is designed to protect your home if an intruder cuts your power to disable your alarm system. Call ADT at 1-800-ADT-ASAP (1-800-232-2727) and tell them you want to place your system in “test” mode for one hour. When your system is in the test mode, ADT still receives all of the alarms produced by your system but they will not respond to the alarms. They will ask you for your name, address, and security password. Disconnect the power from your alarm system main control panel (usually located in the master bedroom closet, basement, or laundry room). If there is a retaining screw on
