PGPx979 is a wireless heat detector with a fixed temperature, a rate of rise heat sensor, and an internal piezoelectric alarm. The device detects a rise in temperature due to fire. The heat detector is suitable for use in locations where a certain level of smoke is normal, for example in kitchens, and in areas where a dirty environment can cause false smoke alarms.
Model numbers and associated frequencies are outlined in the following table.
Table 1: PGPx979 model numbers and frequencies
PGP9979 is the only UL/ULC certified model and it must be used in conjunction with UL/ULC certified compatible control panels: PowerSeries NEO, PowerSeris Pro, IQ Pro, IQ Pro P, Qolsys IQPanel4, IQ4 Hub, IQ4 NS.
Location and positioning
- Locate where you want to mount your detector. Mount the detector centrally on the ceiling at least 305 mm (12
in.) from walls. - Attach the base plate to the ceiling.
- Insert the batteries.
a. Enter Auto Learn. See Enrolling your device for steps.
b. Detach the detector from the mounting plate. Refer to your control panel installation guide for more information.
c. Remove the pull tab to connect the batteries and power the unit. When the device is recognized by the panel, customize the name and settings as desired and tap Add.
Heat detectors
Install your heat detector within 6.4 m (21 ft) of a potential fire to respond quickly. Install heat detectors where they can be heard throughout the property. A single heat detector gives some protection if it is correctly installed.
Most homes require two or more heat detectors, that are preferably interconnected, to ensure that they give a reliable early warning. Install your first heat detector between the sleeping area and the most likely sources of fire, no more than 6.4 m (21ft) from the door to any room where a fire may start and block your escape from the house.
Enrolling your device
Use the 7-digit ID on the side of your detector to enroll your detector on the detector system control panel. The following instructions apply only to the IQ Panel. For other panels, refer to the panel installation guide.
- In the panel menu, select Settings.
- Select Advanced Settings > Installation > Devices.
- Select Security sensors, then select Auto learn sensor.
- To power up the device, install the batteries.
- Optional: To enroll the device manually, select Add Sensor, identify the seven digit device ID number on the device label, and manually enter it in the panel. It appears in the following format: ID: 206-XXXX.
- On the panel, select Confirm.
The PGPx979 enrolls with device ID 206-XXXX. If it does not enroll, enter fallback ID 202-XXXX manually. In fall back mode, it enrolls with device ID 202-XXXX. A supervisory message is transmitted at 128 second intervals for the device. If the signal is not received, the control panel reports that the detector is missing.
Performing a unit test
- Press test/hush for 7 seconds minimum to initiate a test.
Note: The device does not work when the tamper is open.
For the first 15 minutes after enrollment, press the Test/Hush button for any length of time to activate the alarm. In some cases, during diagnostics, the alarm can be triggered by a short press of the test/hush button.
- Alarm activation is indicated by the flashing red radio LED, the sounder, and transmission of the detector signal to the control panel.
- The detector returns to normal when you release the test button.
Note: Allow a minimum of 20 seconds after power up and after test, alarm, or tamper restore activations.
Performing a diagnostic test
Strong signal strength is required. Poor or good signal strength is not acceptable. If you receive poor or good signal from the device, relocate it and retest until you receive strong signal strength. For UL installations, the test results must be strong. See the detector system installation guide for detailed diagnostic tests.
- Insert the batteries to complete a heat detector test.
- After you insert the batteries, wait 2 minutes before you test. The detector enters into local diagnostic test mode for 15 minutes.
- While in diagnostic mode, press the test/hush button (indicated by a red radio LED blinking for 1 second) to start a device self-test. To simulate an alarm press test/hush again to simulate an alarm transmission to the control panel.
- The detector performs a link quality test,followed by the radio LED blinking 3 times. Table 2 shows the radio LED indication and signal strength:
