Re: Theft alarm for portable generator?

[tuttoallarm_at_gmail_dot_com@xxxxxxx (Tutto Allarmi)]

Tutto Allarmi had written this in response to
http://forums.cabling-design.com/security-physical/Re-Theft-alarm-for-portable-generator-60106-.htm
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tourman wrote:

> On Sep 14, 1:50=A0pm, Curmudgeon <eht...@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
>> I have a Concord Express home alarm system monitored by Vector
>> Security. They have so far been unable to help me with my
>> question:
>>
>> I have purchased an expensive portable generator to provide power
>> during our frequent outages. The generator is stored in my garage,
>> but
>> must be wheeled outside to the driveway when it is in use. I would
>> like to devise some sort of sensor that would trigger the alarm
>> system
>> if the security cable is cut or the sensor is disturbed. Can you
>> suggest anything that might work? The generator will be run under
>> cover, protected from rain/snow but open on the sides for
>> ventilation.
>> As an additional deterrent the generator will also be chained to a
>> sturdy anchor system buried 36=94 in the ground.

> RHC: Seems you could do a couple of simple things

> 1-Make sure your chain is boron steel so it can't be easily cut. This
> type of steel chain is VERY expensive and must be matched with a lock
> of equal strength. Plan on spending $100 for a six foot length of
> chain and another $250 for a matching quality lock (remember this is
> only as good as the weakest part of the arrangement so if your post is
> mickey mouse so is the whole arrangement.....)

> 2-You could also wire up a loop from a spare zone on your alarm panel
> with a switch on a 24 hr loop underneath one of the wheels. If it
> moves, the switch opens and the alarm goes off. However, make sure you
> put this on an "on off" bypass switch in the garage so you
> can close
> the "always armed" closed loop when you need to position or
> move the
> generator. Wouldn't hurt to have a second siren in the garage so it
> adds a little emphasis to your alarm signal..

> 3-A visible sign outside stating " premises monitored by video
> cameras" might help even though it's only a ruse...

> What the hell....options 2 and three are easy and cheap


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