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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2
SAFETY GUIDELINES
2.1
GENERAL
Correct use of N
2
-BLAST
®
Nitrogen Generator is important for your personal
safety and for trouble-free functioning of the N
2
-BLAST
®
Nitrogen Generator.
Incorrect use can cause damage to the N
2
-BLAST
®
Nitrogen Generator or can lead
to incorrect gas supply.
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 it should not be directly
inhaled, since in high concentrations, they can cause asphyxiation.
Ensure that
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, OSHA, and local
health/safety code regulations during the installation, operation, and maintenance of
the unit.
Warning:
This manual must be read in its entirety to installing and operating
the N
2
-BLAST
®
Nitrogen Generator to prevent accidents and damage
to the N
2
-BLAST
®
Nitrogen Generator.
Contact your supplier if you detect a problem that you cannot solve
with this manual.
Only use the N
2
-BLAST
®
Nitrogen Generator
in accordance with its
designed purpose.
Only service-engineers, that are qualified to work on electric and
pneumatic equipment, are allowed to do the installation, maintenance
and repairs. Unqualified people are not allowed to repair the
equipment.
Do not tamper or experiment with the equipment or exceed the
technical specifications
2.2
SERVICE
Before personnel attempt to service the unit, ensure the power switch has been
turned to the off position, and then disconnect the unit’s external power cord from
the building electrical power supply. Always follow specific manuals from STS
when servicing your system.
