N
2
-BLAST
®
Nitrogen Generator FPS-1750, FPS-3000, and FPS-6000
South-Tek Systems
Version:
7
Revision Date: 5/24/16
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1
INTRODUCTION
1.1
PURPOSE
The N
2
-BLAST
®
Nitrogen Generator FPS-1750, FPS-3000, and FPS-6000 (Type II
Series), provide an economical, precise means of generating high purity nitrogen.
Since air is comprised of ~79% N
2
we simply and cost-effectively separate the N
2
from the air. Nitrogen is an inert gas (non-combustible) and widely used in
thousands of industries along with Fire Protection Systems. The N
2
is “generated”
by means of the air compressor pushing air into the simple, safe membrane
element, which in turn mechanically separates N
2
molecules from other molecules
found within air.
**The installer and the user should read this manual in its entirety.
1.2
AUDIENCE
This manual is intended for Installer/Supervisory Staff and should be read in its
entirety prior to operation.
Please contact your local distributor provider for any operation and maintenance
first prior to contacting the manufacturer.
1.3
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All personnel (and their supervisors) installing, operating, and maintaining the N
2
-
BLAST
®
Nitrogen Generator must read and fully understand this manual prior to
installing, operating or performing maintenance on the system.
The N
2
-BLAST
®
Nitrogen Generator
produces nitrogen (N
2
) at a low flow rate,
which quickly dissipates into the air. N
2
gas is not poisonous but the gas should not
be directly inhaled since in high concentrations it can cause asphyxiation. Ensure
the unit is installed within a well-ventilated room, one that is not sealed off from
normal living space air changes.
All personnel involved with installation, operations, and maintenance of the N
2
-
BLAST
®
Nitrogen Generator must follow safe working practices, OHSA, and local
health/safety code regulations during the installation, operation, and maintenance of
the unit.
