FPS Fire Protection Systems — Contractor Installation & Startup Checklist

Applies to: N2-BLAST® FPS-500, FPS-900, FPS-1650, FPS-3250, FPS-5000, FPS-10000, FPS-16500, FPS-22500

This article provides the official South-Tek installation and startup checklist for N2-BLAST® FPS nitrogen generators. It is intended for licensed fire protection contractors performing new system commissioning. Completion and submission of this checklist is required to activate the South-Tek limited warranty.

⚠ WarningThis checklist must be completed before placing any FPS system into service. Do not bypass or skip sections. A system placed in service without completing commissioning may not perform to specification and may void warranty coverage.

Download the Checklist

The checklist is a fillable PDF covering all FPS models. Print it, complete it on site, and submit the finished copy to South-Tek to activate your warranty.

📄 FPS Installation & Startup Checklist — Rev 4

Covers all FPS models · Rev 4 · PDF · 2 pages

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ℹ NoteSubmit the completed checklist to [e-mail] or by calling [phone]. Retain a copy for your project records.

What the Checklist Covers

The checklist walks through every required commissioning step in sequence. Below is a section-by-section summary.

Section	What It Verifies
1–2. System Purpose & Checklist Scope	N2 generator function, corrosion inhibition, and commissioning objectives
3. Safety Requirements	Lockout/tagout, PPE, pressure isolation, ventilation, model-specific temperature limits
4–5. Site & System Identification	Facility, installer, model, and serial number documentation
6. Electrical Verification	Nameplate voltage, measured voltage, dedicated circuit, disconnect
7. Compressor Verification	Shipping bolt removal (integral models), external compressor confirmation, dryer status, rotation check
8. Mechanical Installation	Mounting, clearances, drain lines, relief valves, bypass piping; forklift requirements for FPS-10000/16500/22500
9. Pressure Setup	Standby (cut-out) pressure recorded by model family; air inlet regulator verified at 120–125 PSIG static
10. Dryer Verification	Dryer powered, alarms clear, auto drains connected (FPS-3250/5000/10000/16500/22500)
11. FPS Leak Testing	NFPA acceptance limits: ≤1.5 PSI/24 hrs (new) or ≤3 PSI/2 hrs (existing); pass/fail documented
12. AutoPurge Setup	APS placement, height, flow setting, supervisory pressure, purge confirmation; Quick-Check setting D
13. Purity Monitoring	Sample tubing, flow confirmation, facility demonstration of monitor and alarm interpretation
14. Compressor Performance	Largest zone fills to supervisory pressure within 30 minutes per NFPA
15. Alarm & BMS Verification	Common alarm relay test; BlastOff® simulation (procedure varies by controller); bypass alarm; Ethernet/Modbus
16. Filter Maintenance Awareness	Replacement interval (1,000 hrs or 1 year), facility notification, model-specific alarm reset procedure
17. Final Commissioning	System at standby, no alarms, purity confirmed, AutoPurge active, area clear, facility handoff complete
18. Common Startup Issues	Quick-reference troubleshooting table for rapid cycling, BlastOff® alarms, AutoPurge issues, low purity, and more
19. Contractor Certification	Installer signature, company, date — required for warranty activation

Model-Specific Notes

The checklist is a single document that covers all FPS models. Sections that apply to only certain models are clearly labeled inline. Key model-specific items to be aware of:

• The FPS-500 and FPS-900 are wall-mounted with an integral compressor. Shipping bolts must be removed before startup.
• The FPS-1650 is floor-standing with an integral compressor and no external dryer requirement.
• The FPS-3250 and FPS-5000 require an external compressor and include an integrated air dryer.
• The FPS-10000, FPS-16500, and FPS-22500 require an external compressor, include an integrated air dryer, and require forklift equipment for unloading. Maximum ambient temperature is 90°F (vs. 100°F for all other models).
• The BlastOff® alarm simulation procedure differs between the 7-segment PLC display (FPS-500/900) and the SMART-Trak® touchscreen (all larger models) — both procedures are detailed in Section 15.
• The filter alarm reset procedure also differs by controller type — refer to Section 16.

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