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FPS-500 O&M Manual
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Stopping the System .......................................................................................................... 18

Power Loss Alarm Mode .................................................................................................... 18

Bypass Alarm(Air n2 bypass) .............................................................................................. 18

Alarm(BLAsstoff 9H.run) ..................................................................................... 18

Communication ................................................................................................................. 19

Start-up Procedures ....................................................................................................... 21

Start-up Procedures ........................................................................................................... 21

Checking for Leaks ............................................................................................................. 22

Maintenance .................................................................................................................. 23

Air Pre-Filter ...................................................................................................................... 23

Air Filter replacement ........................................................................................................ 23

Key Contacts .............................................................................................................. 25

FAQs .......................................................................................................................... 26

Power Issues ..................................................................................................................... 26

Pressure Issues .................................................................................................................. 26

Gas Leaks ........................................................................................................................... 26

APPENDIX A: Advanced Options ............................................................................................ 27

APPENDIX B: WARRANTY ...................................................................................................... 30

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Summary of Contents for N2-BLAST FPS-500

Page 1: ...FPS 500 Fire Protection Systems O M Manual Version 3 03 2020 2020 The Leader in Nitrogen Generation Technology ...

Page 2: ...ty Requirements 9 4 1 Air Supply 9 4 2 Additional Piping and Hosing 9 4 3 Electrical Requirements 9 4 4 Site Specifications 9 5 Product Installation 10 5 1 Mounting 10 5 2 Installation Arrangement 12 5 2 Panel Layout and Gas Connections 13 6 System Design 14 6 1 Key Features 14 6 1 1 Air Compressor 14 6 1 2 Air Filters 14 6 1 3 PLC Controller 14 6 1 4 Safety Relief Valves 14 6 1 5 Nitrogen Tank 14...

Page 3: ... Air n2 bypass 18 7 7 BlastOff Alarm BLAsstoff 9H run 18 7 8 Communication 19 8 Start up Procedures 21 8 1 Start up Procedures 21 8 2 Checking for Leaks 22 9 Maintenance 23 9 1 Air Pre Filter 23 9 2 Air Filter replacement 23 10 Key Contacts 25 11 FAQs 26 11 1 Power Issues 26 11 2 Pressure Issues 26 11 3 Gas Leaks 26 APPENDIX A Advanced Options 27 APPENDIX B WARRANTY 30 ...

Page 4: ...igning nitrogen generators for worldwide distribution Why not produce nitrogen at your facility for a fraction of the cost versus endlessly paying for bulk liquid or delivered gas cylinders We make a full line of nitrogen generators including The N2 GEN Series Nitrogen generators for use in various industrial and lab applications Up to 50 000 SCFH units The BeerBlast Mixed Gas Dispense System Incr...

Page 5: ...he repair or replacement of such and in no event shall seller be liable for incidental consequential or punitive damages resulting from any such cause Seller shall not be liable for and Buyer assumes all liability for the suitability and the results of using nitrogen by itself or in any manufacturing or other industrial process or procedure all personal injury and property damages connected with t...

Page 6: ...irs Make sure that replacement parts meet or exceed the original parts specification Only competent individuals train and authorized can install operate perform maintenance and repair Isolate incoming and outgoing pressures to the generator and depressurize the service or repair section before performing any mechanical work including changing the filters Vent the nitrogen generator s exhaust gas o...

Page 7: ... Read the manual before installing and operating the nitrogen generator to prevent accidents and damages Contact the supplier for questions not answered in this manual Only use the FPS 500 for its designed purpose Only qualified service engineers may work on installation maintenance and repairs Unqualified people should not work on the equipment Do not tamper or experiment with the equipment or ex...

Page 8: ...imate controlled 60 80 F room Always keep N2 BLAST in an upright position or preferably in the box as shipped Read entire manual and make all connections per instructions before connecting power Keep all gas lines dry so moisture does not enter generator upon hookup Never place stack objects on top of the N2 BLAST Remove the nitrogen generator from the cardboard box by carefully lifting the unit o...

Page 9: ... greater than 50 feet consult with a piping contractor for proper line size 4 3 Electrical Requirements The N2 BLAST FPS 500 requires 120VAC 50 60hz 1ph and draws 8A A 240VAC option is also available It has a built in 15A over current protection device and comes with Terminal strip for the electrical connection unless otherwise specified It comes with UL 508A ICP certification and the electrical s...

Page 10: ...LAST FPS 500 first with the provided bolts lock nuts 3 Optional If wall studs are not 16 center to center reinforce the mounting area with a 1 2 or thicker plywood prior to hanging the system Use best general practices to ensure that the wood and system will secure the system at its full weight Remember that it will be vibrating with the compressor running 4 Locate the 18 wall mounting bracket wit...

Page 11: ...esult in bodily harm or damage to the system as well as voiding the system s warranty Item STS Part Description QTY 1 TYP1P UNIT TYP1P Unit Shown 1 2 800 133 S 100 200 Mounting Bracket 1 3 800 134 B TYP1 18in Mounting Bracket 1 4 800 129 100 200 Lower Wall Mount Bracket 1 5 002 382 250 20 x 0 750 HHCS 2 6 REFERENCE 0 250 20 x 0 750 Carriage Bolt 2 7 REFERENCE 0 250 Flat Washer 2 8 REFERENCE 0 250 ...

Page 12: ...nd connections Item STS Part Description QTY 1 800 111 FPS 100 Red Tank with Label 1 2 A01 0100 A Tank Strap Assembly 1 3 A01 0100 S A Tank Manifold with 0 500 Nozzles 1 Should this handle be in the closed position the generator will be bypassed by air This will light a red indicator and trigger an alarm if connected Note Generator is online and functioning during this state Note All N2 Blast mode...

Page 13: ...ectric Buzzer Audible Alarm 4 0 100 PSIG Pressure Gauge N2 Storage Tank Pressure Gauge 5 PLC Unit Status 6 OD Through wall Coupling OD Drain 7 NPT 3 Way Ball Valve Air Bypass Top 8 NPT 3 Way Ball Valve Air in Bottom 9 Red Light Bypass Indicator 10 UL 508A Open Industrial Control Panel Certification Label 11 Electrical Panel and Terminal Block Torque Specifications Label 12 Product Serial Number La...

Page 14: ...ters and two filters between the compressed air and O2 separation beds the particulate and coalescing The 5 micron particulate filter catches the bulk particles and the 0 1 micron coalescing catches the remaining smaller particles Both filters feature an auto drain that drains any water buildup within the filter housing These drain lines are on the cabinet s bottom right side Connect these drain l...

Page 15: ...al can be an audible visual and dry contact connection to the Building Management System BMS Power cycle the unit to reset the alarm but avoid doing this multiple times without finding the cause as it will shorten the generator s life 6 2 Specifications N2 Blast FPS 500 Nitrogen Purity 98 5 Installation Wall Mounted Optional floor mounting kit available Display Hours Blast Off Bypass Operate Stand...

Page 16: ...s the major control functions and instrumentations associated with the nitrogen generators All programs are proprietary and password protected from the factory Do not alter any controls or instrumentations Changes without South Tek Systems written consent voids the performance specifications Note This section does not include the controls for supporting equipment such as an external compressor or ...

Page 17: ...Button to confirm the entry It will bring HOLD SET Screen to simulate the Blastoff press and hold the Set Button for 5 seconds this will simulate the Blastoff and trip the alarm dry contact in the unit if installed for 2 seconds so that proper functioning can be confirmed Next Button to navigate between the screens as filer hours program version unit ambient temperature and the sensors set points ...

Page 18: ...e by turning the handle on the left side of the cabinet With the handle in the Bypass Mode the bypass alarm triggers an audible and visual alarm Air n2 bypass on the screen A dry contact is also available for external notification such as the BMS Building Monitoring System The alarm will turn off once the handle is back to normal run position 7 7 BlastOff Alarm BLAsstoff 9H run The system activate...

Page 19: ...e below Function Data Type Modbus RTU Address Units Status Read Write Running Standby BOOL 00012 0 Standby 1 Running R Common Alarm BOOL 00004 1 Good 0 Alarm R BlastOff Alarm BOOL 00015 0 Good 1 Alarm R Bypass Alarm BOOL 10005 1 Good 0 Alarm R Filter Alarm BOOL 00029 0 Good 1 Alarm R Filter Reset Confirm BOOL 00031 0 Good 1 Alarm R Filter Hours Register 40019 xxxxx x hours R 2 Analog output 4 20 O...

Page 20: ...ing the Up and Down buttons 3 Press the ENT Button to confirm the entry It will bring Hold Set Screen press NEXT button to get to the analog output screen 4 20 out Using the up and down buttons buttons to change type of sensor to confirm press Set button To exits menu press Next button to get back to main screen running or standby Note Analog output for standard units without advanced options will...

Page 21: ...on 5 2 Check the power connection is correct 3 Turn the 3 way ball valve on the generator s left side to the Nitrogen Out position 4 Open the inlet ball valve on the nitrogen storage tank 5 Close the outlet ball valve on the nitrogen storage tank 6 Push the power button on the left side to the On position up The air compressor will start up if the system is under pressurized until the cut out pres...

Page 22: ...re loss Consult with your installer if you cannot find the leakage area To determine if the leak is between the Generator and the Nitrogen Tank 1 With the unit powered on close off both ball valves on the nitrogen tank Note the storage tank pressure 2 Allow the system to continue running Within 10 minutes or less the system should reach the Standby mode 3 Wait 5 minutes and if the system remains i...

Page 23: ...ar or every 1000 hours whichever comes first Follow these instructions to replace filters 1 Turn off the unit and open the front cabinet door 2 Locate the air filters on the bracket in the middle of the cabinet 3 Make sure the filters are completely depressurized by checking the pressure gauge 4 Remove two filter bowls Do so by turning them counterclockwise 5 After removing the filter bowls rinse ...

Page 24: ...P The Leader in Nitrogen Generation Technology FPS 500 O M Manual Revision 2 3 2020 Page 24 of 30 Figure 6 FPS 500 Filter locations Particulate Filter Coalescing Filter Air in Pre Filter ...

Page 25: ...stions about the performance and or maintenance of the system They will be best suited to answer your questions and your quickest solution on any issues you may have If they cannot be reached contact the manufacturer at South Tek Systems LLC 3700 U S Highway 421 North Wilmington NC 28401 Tel 888 526 6284 Email Info southteksystems com http www southteksystems com ...

Page 26: ...ops by about 7 10 psig the system should go into Run Mode and begin to refill the storage If you are out specifications we need to determine where the issue is Contact the manufacturer or factory trained technician Nitrogen Pressure Check The pressure gauge on the front of the cabinet should be between 60 and 70 PSIG If the pressure is low check the following Check the power Find out if fire prote...

Page 27: ...ty to add set points and alarms to trace the oxygen content in system and maintain the purity of the nitrogen gas There are two sensor options for this feature Max O2 100 Range sensor O2 PCENT PPM Trace Parts per Million sensor O2 TRACE 2 Pressure transducer PRESSURE to have more control of the unit cut in and cut out pressure pressure set point and low pressure alarm Extra screens will be added a...

Page 28: ...P The Leader in Nitrogen Generation Technology FPS 500 O M Manual Revision 2 3 2020 Page 28 of 30 Setting screens Flow Diagram ...

Page 29: ...nction Data Type Modbus RTU Address Units Status Read Write High oxygen Alarm Percent BOOL 00108 0 Good 1 Alarm R High oxygen Alarm PPM BOOL 00117 0 Good 1 Alarm R Pressure cut in Double integer 40144 xxx x R W Pressure cut off Double integer 40146 xxx x R W Current pressure Double integer 30139 xxx x R Current oxygen percent Double integer 40294 xxx xx R Current oxygen PPM Double integer 30119 xx...

Page 30: ...anged to a different specification at the factory s option Any work performed by an unauthorized person company or usage of non factory parts may void all warranties to the product Any item not manufactured by South Tek may carry its own warranty from its manufacturer and will be warrantied by that manufacturer All parts that need to be returned should be announced Any item s that is returned to S...

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