What Does 6F Mean on Alarm System

Service is required. “6F” or “BF” is an error code associated with the Long-Range Radio backup system. When these codes are displayed, the Radio has lost connection with the Network used to report your alarms in the event your telephone service is unavailable.

What does 6F mean on an alarm?

The 6F message on your alarm system means that there is a problem with your system’s communicator. This message is actually supposed to be bF, but some users misread it as 6F. The message will only be displayed on Fixed English Keypads.

How do I stop my Honeywell alarm from beeping?

  1. Press any key on the keypad to silence the trouble beep.
  2. Make sure that the displayed zone is intact.
  3. After the problem has been corrected, clear the CHECK or FAULT display by entering the OFF sequence (security code + OFF key) twice.
James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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