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Revision Date: 02/2018

2-BLAST

FPS-500

O&M Manual

Page: 19 of 25

START-UP PROCEDURES

8.1 START-UP PROCEDURES

Use caution when working with pressurized gas, and install all ttings and gas lines correctly.

Always leak check (see Checking for Leaks section) every line before using the system.

Note: Line leaks will cause the N2-BLAST

FPS-500 to run excessively, shortening its life

and possibly causing excessive wear on the compressor.

The system documentation package comes with an installation layout drawings. For electronic

copies, please contact your local distributor. Review and complete the installation the installation

layout drawings. Ensure that you follow the correct installation drawing per your system’s design.

In some cases, a nitrogen bypass system for pre-lling is required to meet code.

If the system requirements are more complex, please consult the sales representative or

equipment installer for more detailed instructions.

Note: The N2-BLAST

comes with ½” NPT Female inlet and outlet ttings. Use Teflon tape

or similar on all ttings to prevent leakage. When connecting an external air compressor,

complete the startup procedures per manufacturer before starting the nitrogen generator.

The following are standard installation instructions:

1. Complete the installation procedures in section.

2. Check the power connection is correct.

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

Also, check the wiring and power supply to the generator.

Once the system is running, close the tank’s inlet ball valve and monitor the pressure gauge

on the front lower left side of the generator. The pressure gauge will increase to 65-70 PSIG

within 2 minutes or less.

Once it reaches 65-70 PSIG, the system will enter “Standby” mode and automatically

shuts off the internal air compressor. Check the

“Standby light” on the control panel.

b. Once in standby, note the pressure reading on the front panel. Monitor the pressure

Cont.

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