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Does Alarm.com automatically turn off the thermostat during a fire or carbon monoxide alarm?

GoSafer Security Knowledge Base

This operational reference is organized for GoSafer Security customers and staff. Alarm.com product names are retained where required for technical accuracy.

Overview

Yes. If a smoke, fire, or carbon monoxide alarm is activated by the security system, Alarm.com-connected thermostats automatically set to OFF mode. This is done to prevent circulation of smoke and poisonous gas and to avoid damage to the HVAC system. This setting is referred to as the thermostat Fire Safety rule. It is enabled by default and is highly recommended for all Alarm.com systems with a thermostat attached. If desired, the thermostat Fire Safety rule can be adjusted from the GoSafer Security customer portal (powered by Alarm.com). For more information about editing the thermostat Fire Safety rule, see Create/edit a thermostat Fire Safety rule.

PlatformCustomer Website
Content typeHow-to / Configuration
Source last updated2023-10-25

Procedure

Yes. If a smoke, fire, or carbon monoxide alarm is activated by the security system, Alarm.com-connected thermostats automatically set to OFF mode. This is done to prevent circulation of smoke and poisonous gas and to avoid damage to the HVAC system.

This setting is referred to as the thermostat Fire Safety rule. It is enabled by default and is highly recommended for all Alarm.com systems with a thermostat attached.

Note: If the thermostat is shut off using the Fire Safety rule, it will not be turned back on automatically after the smoke, fire, or CO alarm clears. The thermostat will need to be manually adjusted back to its desired mode.

If desired, the thermostat Fire Safety rule can be adjusted from the GoSafer Security customer portal (powered by Alarm.com). For more information about editing the thermostat Fire Safety rule, see Create/edit a thermostat Fire Safety rule.

Source and support

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Original Alarm.com reference: https://answers.alarm.com/Customer/Website_and_App/Home_Automation/Thermostats/Does_Alarm.com_automatically_turn_off_the_thermostat_during_a_fire_or_carbon_monoxide_alarm

Always verify safety, installation, compatibility, and current UI details against the original manufacturer documentation before operational use.