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N
-BLAST
FPS-500
2
O&M Manual
2940 Orville Wright Way, Wilmington, North Carolina 28405 • (888) 526 6284
www.southteksystems.com/shop • Email: service@southteksystems.com
Version: 1
Revision Date: 02/2018
FPS-500
Fire Protection Systems - O&M Manual
Revision
1
Contact us Toll-Free: (888) 526-6284
Date
02/2018
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- Page 1 ® -BLAST FPS-500 FPS-500 O&M Manual Fire Protection Systems - O&M Manual Revision Date 02/2018 2940 Orville Wright Way, Wilmington, North Carolina 28405 • (888) 526 6284 www.southteksystems.com/shop • Email: service@southteksystems.com Version: 1 Contact us Toll-Free: (888) 526-6284 Page: 1 of 25 Revision Date: 02/2018...
- Page 2 ® -BLAST FPS-500 O&M Manual VERSION HISTORY: Revision Implemented Revision Approved Approval Reason Date Date C. Cothran 02/2018 J. Nguyen 02/00/18 New product documentation Notes: _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
® -BLAST FPS-500 O&M Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS: INTRODUCTION ..........................General Purpose ......................About South-Tek Systems .................... Audience ........................Important Information ....................Limits of Liability ......................Service Return Policy ....................SAFETY GUIDELINES ........................General ........................RECEIVING, UNPACKING, AND STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS .............. - Page 4 ® -BLAST FPS-500 O&M Manual SYSTEM OPERATION ........................General ........................Normal Run/Standby Mode ..................Stopping the System ....................Bypass Alarm ......................BlastOff Alarm ......................® START-UP PROCEDURES ......................Start-Up Procedures ....................Checking For Leaks ....................8.2.1 Determining Location of Leaks ..............SYSTEM MAINTENANCE ......................
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Page 5: Introduction
-BLAST FPS-500. South-Tek Systems is not responsible for damages when using this in manners not approved by South-Tek Systems. The user(s) of this document should confer any questions with a qualified South-Tek Systems representative on its commissioning and correct use. -
Page 6: Audience
Follow these procedures to return the system when performing site repairs is not possible: • The owner must get a Return Material Authorization number, which references the model and serial, from South-Tek Systems. South-Tek Systems will not accept any items for service or credit without written authorization from South-Tek Systems. •... -
Page 7: Safety Guidelines
® -BLAST FPS-500 O&M Manual SAFETY GUIDELINES The following section outlines the basic safety considerations about installation and operation ® of the N -BLAST FPS-500. For other equipment used with the nitrogen generator, such as air compressors, and dryers, refer to the manufacturer’s safety guidelines. GENERAL ®... - Page 8 ® -BLAST FPS-500 O&M Manual WARNING: Components may experience pressure during operation. Pressurized gases are dangerous and may cause injury or death if handled or used inappropriately. • Never allow pressurized gas to exhaust from an unsecured hose. An unsecured hose may present a whipping action, which can cause serious injury.
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Page 9: Receiving, Unpacking, And Storage Instructions
FPS-500 will arrive in a cardboard box. Open the box carefully, and identify and verify all parts listed on the packing list are present and undamaged. South-Tek Systems (STS) is not responsible for damages that occur during shipping ® and handling of the N -BLAST . -
Page 10: Site And Utility Requirements
® -BLAST FPS-500 O&M Manual SITE AND UTILITY REQUIREMENTS AIR SUPPLY ® The N -BLAST FPS-500 includes a built-in air compressor to supply gas to the nitrogen generator. It is not for performing quick fills. Please install a separate suitable air compressor for other needs. ADDITIONAL PIPING AND HOSINGS Sourcing and installing additional plumbing, supplied by other manufacturers, must meet all of the unit’s flow, pressure, and temperature requirements. -
Page 11: Product Installation
® -BLAST FPS-500 O&M Manual PRODUCT INSTALLATION MOUNTING ® Mount the N -BLAST FPS-500 on a weight-bearing wall that can support the system’s weight as specified in this manual. Always install the FPS-500 indoors and upright away from accidental damage by water or moving equipment. Install it in an environment between 40° and 105° F. Leave at least 6”... - Page 12 ® -BLAST FPS-500 O&M Manual Secure the bottom flange to the wall. Failure to do so could cause damage or bodily injury. ® Warning: Secure the N -BLAST FPS-500 to the wall at the top and bottom flanges. Failure to do so could cause damage or bodily injury. Fasten bracket securely to cabinet as in...
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Page 13: Installation Arrangement
® -BLAST FPS-500 O&M Manual INSTALLATION ARRANGEMENT See below for basic setup. Refer to the general arrangement drawing for detail instructions included with the installation package. Air maintenance device recommended Should this handle be in the closed position, the generator will be bypassed by air. -
Page 14: Panel Layout And Gas Connections
® -BLAST FPS-500 O&M Manual PANEL LAYOUT AND GAS CONNECTIONS See figures below for panel layout and gas connections. Double-check all connection locations ® before turning on the system or opening any valves. Note: All N -BLAST models are factory equipped with ½”... -
Page 15: System Design
® -BLAST FPS-500 O&M Manual SYSTEM DESIGN KEY FEATURES ® The N -BLAST FPS-500 key features include the following: • Air Compressor • Control Timer • • Safety Relief Valves Tank • Air Filters • Pressure Swing Adsorption Beds • •... -
Page 16: Automatic Cut-In And Cut-Out
O&M Manual 6.1.6 Automatic Cut-In and Cut-Out The generator starts and stops based on a pressure switch. Do not adjust the factory preset cut- in and out pressure without first consulting with South-Tek Systems. 6.1.7 Patented BlastOff – Leak Detection System ®... -
Page 17: System Operation
This section describes 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. -
Page 18: Stopping The System
® -BLAST FPS-500 O&M Manual STOPPING THE SYSTEM To stop the system: Close off the gas outlet valve on the nitrogen storage tank. System will automatically stop once it reaches the cut-out pressure of approximately 65 PSIG. In the case of an emergency shut off, push the On/Off toggle button on the upper left control panel to the “Off”... -
Page 19: Start-Up Procedures
® -BLAST FPS-500 O&M Manual START-UP PROCEDURES START-UP PROCEDURES Use caution when working with pressurized gas, and install all fittings and gas lines correctly. Always leak check (see Checking for Leaks section) every line before using the system. ® Note: Line leaks will cause the N -BLAST FPS-500 to run excessively, shortening its life and possibly causing excessive wear on the compressor. -
Page 20: Checking For Leaks
® -BLAST FPS-500 O&M Manual for the next minute for any loss in pressure. If there is a pressure drop, check for leaks around connection fittings, otherwise proceed to the next step. Open the tank inlet ball valve and the system will turn on and fill nitrogen to the storage tank. Completely fill the storage tank and allow the nitrogen generator to go into standby mode. -
Page 21: System Maintenance
® -BLAST FPS-500 O&M Manual MAINTENANCE WARNING: Whenever doing any maintenance on the system, make sure to power down the system. Remove the front cover to gain access to the filters. Note: Annual Filter replacement kit part # FRP-007 AIR PRE-FILTER ®... - Page 22 ® -BLAST FPS-500 O&M Manual Coalescing Element - Twist the coalescing element counter-clockwise. Install the new element in the reverse order.es After replacing all elements and O-rings and cleaning the bowls, install the bowls back to their corresponding filter housings. After replacing the filters, put front cover back on and power on the unit.
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Page 23: Key Contacts
They will be best suited to answer your questions and your quickest solution on any issues you may have. If they can not be reached, contact the manufacturer at: South-Tek Systems, LLC. tel (888) 526-6284 fax (910) 332-4178 Email: info@southteksystems.com... -
Page 24: Faqs
® -BLAST FPS-500 O&M Manual FAQS 11.1 POWER ISSUES ® If the N -BLAST FPS-500 does not have power, the production and storage of nitrogen will become apparent once the storage pressure drops. Check the power cord. Has the building’s circuit breaker or GFCI tripped? Locate the breaker and reset. If breaker continues to trip, you may have that circuit overloaded. -
Page 25: Appendix A: Warranty
If the system is received with defects that are not due to shipping, a written claim should be submitted to South-Tek Systems within 1 week of receiving the shipment. South-Tek Systems can deny all other claims at their ®...
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