Intelligen INS-500, INS-1000, INS-1500, INS-2000 Installation, Operation And Instruction Manual

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WARRANTY INFORMATION

GENERAL PROVISIONS & LIMITATIONS

Potter Electric Signal Company, LLC (the “Company”) warrants to each original purchaser (“Purchaser”) of its new products from the Company or its Authorized Distributor that such products are, at the time of delivery to the Purchaser, made with good materials and workmanship. No warranty is made with respect to:

1. Any product, which has been repaired or altered in such a way, in the Companies judgment, as to affect the product adversely.

2. Any product, which has, in the Companies judgment been subjected to negligence, accident, improper storage, improper installation or application.

3. Any product, which has not been operated or maintained in accordance with the recommendations of the Company.

4. Components or accessories manufactured, warranted and serviced by others.

5. Any reconditioned or prior owned product.

Claims for items described in 4 above should be submitted directly to the manufacturer.

WARRANTY PERIOD

The Company’s obligation under this Warranty is limited to repair or, at its option, replacing during normal business hours at the designated facility of the Company, any part that in its judgment proved not to be as warranted within the applicable Warranty Period as follows.

COMPONENTS

All non-consumable components are warranted for 12 months from the date of purchase. Consumable are not covered under warranty. The unit must have been installed by either a factory authorized distributor or agent in accordance with the factory recommendations taking into account all other local site conditions not originally noted to the factory. The unit must be operated and maintained in accordance with the Factory recommendations and original design conditions. Failure to provide such proof of the above may void warranty. LABOR TRANSPORTATION & INSPECTION The Company will repair or replace any product or part thereof which in the Companies judgment is proved to be not as warranted. Labor costs are not covered under warranty. All costs of transportation of product, labor or parts claimed not to be as warranted and, of repaired or replaced parts to or from factory shall be borne by purchaser. The Company may require the return of any part claimed not to be as warranted to one of its facilities as designated by the Company, transportation prepaid by Purchaser, to establish a claim under this warranty. Replacement parts provided under the terms of the warranty are warranted for the remainder of the Warranty Period of the product upon which installed to the same extent as if such parts were original components.

DISCLAIMER

THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IT IS EXPRESSLY AGREED THAT, EXCEPT AS TO TITLE, THE COMPANY MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR MERCHANTABILITY. THE REMEDY PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE THE SOLE, EXCLUSIVE AND ONLY REMEDY AVAILABLE TO THE PURCHASER AND IN NO CASE SHALL THE COMPANY BE SUBJECT TO ANY OTHER OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EXPENSES, LOSSES OR DELAYS HOWSOEVER CAUSED. No statement, representation, agreement, or understanding, oral or written, made by any agent, distributor, representative or employee of

the Company which is not contained in this Warranty will be binding upon the company unless made in writing and executed by an ofcer

of the Company. This warranty shall not be effective as to any claim which is not presented within 30 days after the date upon which the product is claimed not to have been as warranted. Any action for breach of this warranty must be commenced within one year after the date upon which the cause of action occurred. Any adjustment made pursuant to this warranty shall not be construed as an admission by the Company that any product was not as warranted.

PROMPT DISPOSITION

The Company will make a good faith effort for prompt correction or other adjustment with respect to any product, which proves to be defective within the warranty period. Before returning any product, write or call the distributor, agent or authorized company from which the product was purchased, describing defect and giving date and number of original invoice, as well as proof of Factory supplied consumable and proof of scheduled maintenance. Title and risk of loss pass to buyer upon delivery to the common carrier. PRODUCT SUITABILITY Many States, Localities and Countries have codes and regulations governing sales, construction, installation, and/or use of products for certain purposes, which may vary from those in neighboring areas. While Potter attempts to assure that its products comply with such codes, it cannot guarantee compliance, and cannot be responsible for how the product is installed or used. Before purchase and use of a product, please review the product application, and national and local codes and regulations, and be sure that the product, installation, and use will comply with them.

Potter Electric Signal Company, LLC

St. Louis, MO • (866) 956-0988

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Contents

Safety Guidelines ......................................................................................................................................................................... 4

Important Notice to Users ................................................................................................................................................... 4

Unpacking ........................................................................................................................................................................... 4

General Safety Information .................................................................................................................................................4

System Overview ......................................................................................................................................................................... 6

Key Terms ........................................................................................................................................................................... 6

IntelliGen™ Controller ........................................................................................................................................................ 6

INS-500/1000 Exterior View .......................................................................................................................................................7

INS-500/1000 Interior View ........................................................................................................................................................8

IntelliGen™ Display .................................................................................................................................................................... 9

Installation of the Nitrogen Generator ......................................................................................................................................... 10

Wiring of the Nitrogen Generator ................................................................................................................................................12

Nitrogen Generator Operation .....................................................................................................................................................14

Nitrogen Functionality Test ........................................................................................................................................................16

Filling the Sprinkler System and Purging .................................................................................................................................... 17

Purging with IntelliPurge® Nitrogen Purge Valve (INS-PV) ....................................................................................................... 18

Purging with Potter Nitrogen Purge Valve (NGP-SPV) .............................................................................................................. 19

IntelliView™ Dashboard Connectivity ......................................................................................................................................... 20

IntelliPurge® Wiring and Networking ..........................................................................................................................................21

Maintenance and Part Replacements ...........................................................................................................................................22

Standard Maintenance (Every 1,000 Compressor Operating Hours) ..........................................................................................23

Compressor Air Intake Filters .............................................................................................................................................24

Air Tank Blow-down Strainer ............................................................................................................................................. 24

Filter Elements .................................................................................................................................................................... 25

Resetting Maintenance Alert and Checking for Leaks .......................................................................................................27

Air Compressor Replacement ...................................................................................................................................................... 28

Nitrogen Membrane Replacement ............................................................................................................................................... 28

Maintenance Alerts and Actions .................................................................................................................................................. 29

Trouble Alerts and Probable Causes ............................................................................................................................................30

Troubleshooting ...........................................................................................................................................................................32

Leak on Sprinkler System or Nitrogen Generator ..............................................................................................................32

Nitrogen Flow Rate and Nitrogen Purity Test ....................................................................................................................32

Normal Operating Parameters of the INS-500 and the INS-1000 ............................................................................................... 33

Nitrogen Generator Leak Detection System ................................................................................................................................ 34

To Change the Leak Rate Warning Set Point ........................................................................................................................ 35

To Change Sprinkler System Size ........................................................................................................................................35

INS-500/1000 Dimensional Drawings .........................................................................................................................................36

INS-500/1000 Piping Instrumentation Diagram .......................................................................................................................... 37

Wiring Diagrams ..........................................................................................................................................................................38

INS-500/1000 Single Phase 115-120VAC .......................................................................................................................... 38

INS-500/1000 Single Phase 208-240VAC .......................................................................................................................... 39

INS-500/1000 Three Phase 208-240VAC ........................................................................................................................... 40

INS-500/1000 Three Phase 460-480VAC ........................................................................................................................... 41

Menu Trees...................................................................................................................................................................................42

Menu Tree 1 ........................................................................................................................................................................ 42

Menu Tree 2 ........................................................................................................................................................................ 43

Menu Tree 3 ........................................................................................................................................................................ 44

Menu Tree 4 ........................................................................................................................................................................ 45

Menu Tree 5 ........................................................................................................................................................................ 46

Menu Tree 6 ........................................................................................................................................................................ 47

Menu Tree 7 ........................................................................................................................................................................ 48

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Safety Guidelines

This manual contains safety information that is important to know and understand. This information is provided for the safety of installers, operators, and users of the Potter Nitrogen Generator as well as equipment. To help recognize this information, observe the following symbols.

Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in death or serious injury.

Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in death or serious injury.

Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, MAY result in minor or moderate injury

Notice indicates important information, that if not followed may cause damage to equipment or property.

Important Notice to Users

The Installation, Operation, and Instruction Manual supplied with each unit must be read thoroughly and completely understood before installation and operation of the Potter IntelliGen™ Nitrogen Generator. All appropriate safety standards for handling of gases as determined by local or national laws and regulations should be followed at all times.

Unpacking

After unpacking unit, carefully inspect all parts and equipment for any damage that may have occurred during transit. Make sure

to tighten ttings, bolts, etc. before putting unit into service.

Do not operate if damage occurred during shipping, handling, or use. Contact Potter immediately.

General Safety Information

Important: Read all of the safety information in this manual before operating this equipment. Use of the equipment in a manner

not specied within this manual may impair the protection provided by the generator and could result in an unplanned release of pressure, which may cause serious injury or damage. Only competent personnel, who have been trained, qualied, and approved

by Potter Electric Signal Company should perform commissioning, servicing, and repair procedures. When handling, installing, or operating this equipment, personnel must employ safe engineering practices and observe all related local regulations, health, and safety procedures, and legal requirements for safety. Ensure that the equipment is depressurized and

electrically isolated, before carrying out any of the scheduled maintenance instructions specied in this manual.

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The warnings in this manual cover most known potential hazards, but by denition cannot be all-inclusive. If the user employs an operating procedure, item of equipment, or a method of working that is not specically recommended by Potter Electric Signal

Company, the user must ensure that the equipment will not be damaged or become hazardous to persons or property.

Nitrogen is not a poisonous gas. However, in a concentrated form, there is a risk of asphyxiation. The generator produces a ow

of nitrogen and oxygen enriched air which quickly disperses in the atmosphere. However, do not directly inhale the output gas from the outlet pipe.

The generator is classied as non-hazardous for transportation purposes and as non-ammable for re regulations. This equipment

is for indoor use only. Do not operate outdoors.

Operation of the nitrogen membrane separator above the rated design pressure may be hazardous. Do not connect it to compressed air sources that can exceed its maximum rated pressure without installing appropriate pressure controls and safety relief devices in the compressed air supply line.

Specic procedure must be developed for maintenance of the equipment on which the membrane separator is located. Appropriate

labels must be continuously displayed in all areas where personnel might be exposed to a nitrogen atmosphere under normal or upset condition.

Do not attempt to disassemble the nitrogen membrane separator. Equipment damage may occur and cause the system to function incorrectly.

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System Overview

Potter IntelliGen™ Nitrogen Generators are specically designed to provide clean, dry, high purity nitrogen for use in re

protection sprinkler systems. The generator is a fully assembled package ready to be connected to a new or existing re sprinkler system using a factory pre-engineered air compressor. These easy-to-use systems include all air ltration equipment and controls required to keep the generator operating at peak efciency.

The Potter IntelliGen™ Nitrogen Series operates using membrane technology. The smaller oxygen and water vapor molecules can pass through (permeate) the membrane quickly. The larger nitrogen molecules are less likely to diffuse through the separator tubes; therefore, they continue downstream to the separator outlet. The permeated molecules are discharged to the atmosphere through a vent in the separator housing.

Key Terms

Bypass Mode – Most nitrogen generators cannot produce enough nitrogen to completely ll the sprinkler system in 30 minutes

required by NFPA 13. Therefore, they contain valves that allow the nitrogen membrane to be bypassed so the system can be lled

with compressed air. The valve setting that bypasses the nitrogen membrane is called Bypass Mode.

Nitrogen Generating Mode – The valve setting that allows the air to ow through the nitrogen membrane and create nitrogen is

called Nitrogen Generating Mode.

Purging – Purging is dened as the removal of oxygen from the sprinkler system via a purge valve. The purge valve allows some

gas to escape from the system which requires the nitrogen generator to supply nitrogen to maintain system pressure. This process therefore increases the nitrogen concentration within the system piping over time.

IntelliGen™ Controller

The IntelliGen™ Nitrogen Generator Series is the only line of intelligent nitrogen generators for re sprinkler systems. At the heart of the IntelliGen™ units, is the IntelliGen™ Controller. The IntelliGen™ Controller monitors every aspect of the nitrogen generator to ensure the unit is performing optimally. The IntelliGen™ Controller monitors pressure, runtime, power, connectivity and operational mode. Using this information and proprietary algorithms, the IntelliGen™ Controller can determine if the unit needs

to be in Bypass Mode or Nitrogen Generating Mode. No need to manually change ball valve congurations or worry if the unit

is producing nitrogen. Also, by monitoring the generator activity the controller can indicate the development of sprinkler system leaks, user interaction, and even if maintenance to the generator is required. Combined with the IntelliPurge® Nitrogen Purge Valve, the IntelliGen™ Nitrogen Generator is the only system that can truly monitor and protect a sprinkler system.

See Menu Tree Diagram on page 42 for more information on programming.

The INS-500 and the INS-1000 are FM approved per FM 1035 "Nitrogen Generators".

• The INS-500 has a Bypass Fill Capacity of 500 gallons at 40 PSI and a Total System Capacity of 1,850 gallons

• The INS-1000 has a Bypass Fill Capacity of 1,000 gallons at 40 PSI and a Total System Capacity of 3,400 gallons

Part Number Model Description

1119606 INS-500, 115-120VAC 1PH 60 HZ (QUIET) IntelliGen™ Nitrogen System-500, 115-120VAC Single Phase (Quiet)

1119607 INS-500, 115-120VAC 1PH 60 HZ IntelliGen™ Nitrogen System-500, 115-120VAC Single Phase

1119608 INS-500, 208-240VAC 1PH 60 HZ IntelliGen™ Nitrogen System-500, 208-240VAC Single Phase

1119609 INS-500, 208-240VAC 3PH 60 HZ IntelliGen™ Nitrogen System-500, 208-240VAC Three Phase

1119610 INS-500, 460-480VAC 3PH 60 HZ IntelliGen™ Nitrogen System-500, 460-480VAC Three Phase

1119611 INS-1000, 208-240VAC 1PH 60 HZ IntelliGen™ Nitrogen System-1000, 208-240VAC Single Phase

1119612 INS-1000, 208-240VAC 3PH 60 HZ IntelliGen™ Nitrogen System-1000, 208-240VAC Three Phase

1119613 INS-1000, 460-480VAC 3PH 60 HZ IntelliGen™ Nitrogen System-1000, 460-480VAC Three Phase

INS-500/1000 Exterior View

Fig. 1

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1. Upper Cabinet Latches (Qty. 2)

2. IntelliGen™ Display

3. Air Compressor Power Switch

4. Nitrogen Tank

5. Nitrogen Tank Gauge

6. 12" Flex Hose to Fire Sprinkler System (1/2"

MNPT)

7. N2 Tank Outlet Valve (V03)

8. N2 Tank Inlet Valve (V02)

9. Air Tank

10. Air Tank Gauge

11. Air Tank Outlet Valve (V01)

12. Blow-Down Solenoid (AD01)

13. Valve With Strainer

14. 3/8" Drain Tube (10' Supplied)

15. Ø9/16" Mounting Hole (Qty. 4)

INS-500/1000 Interior View

Fig. 2

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4 5 6

8 9

1. Nitrogen Membrane (M01)

2. Flow Control Valve (FCV01)

3. Back Pressure Regulator (PRV02)

4. Instrument Air Solenoids

5. Membrane Outlet N2 Solenoid (XV02)

6. IntelliGen™ Controller

7. Owner Supplied Power Connection

8. PLINK Connection

9. BMS Connection

10. Pressure Transducer (PI01)

11. Nitrogen Sample Port (SP)

12. N2 Bleed Valve (V04)

13. Bypass Solenoid Valve (XV03)

14. Coalescing Filter 5µm (F01)

15. Coalescing Filter 1µm (F02)

16. Coalescing Filter .01µm (F03)

17. Activated Carbon Filter with Drain Valve (F04)

18. Cooling Fan (CF01)

19. Excess Air Regulator (PRV01)

20. Membrane Inlet Air Solenoid (XV01)

21. Instrument Air Filter (F05)

22. Instrument Air Regulator (PRV03)

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IntelliGen™ Display:

The IntelliGen™ Display is the interface to the IntelliGen™ Nitrogen Generator. This display shows the generator’s history, parameters, and troubles; as well as devices networked to the unit.

Fig. 3

POWER SILENCED BYPASS

PURGING MAINTENANCE

TROUBLE

1 2 3

SILENCE CLEAR

4 5 6

7 8 9

MAINT PURGE

ENTER ESC

IntelliGen™ Display LED Light Indications:

POWER – The green POWER LED indicates if the IntelliGen™ Nitrogen Generator has power.

SILENCED – The amber SILENCED LED indicates the Trouble Horn on the IntelliGen™ Nitrogen Generator is silenced.

BYPASS – The amber BYPASS LED indicates if the IntelliGen™ Nitrogen Generator is in Bypass Mode. If the Bypass LED

indicator is off, the unit is in Nitrogen Generating Mode.

PURGING – The amber PURGING LED indicates the IntelliGen™ Nitrogen Generator detects that a networked INS-PV is in a purge process.

MAINTENANCE – The amber MAINTENANCE LED indicates the IntelliGen™ Nitrogen Generator needs maintenance.

TROUBLE – The red TROUBLE LED indicates the IntelliGen™ Nitrogen Generator has a trouble condition.

IntelliGen™ Display Button Indications:

SILENCE – The "SILENCE" button will silence the Trouble Horn on the IntelliGen™ Nitrogen Generator.

CLEAR – The "CLEAR" button will clear all Troubles.

MAINT – The "MAINT" button will display the Maintenance Menu.

PURGE – The "PURGE" button will bring up the Purge Menu on the IntelliGen™ Display.

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Installation of the Nitrogen Generator

1. On arrival, do a full inspection by checking all packages and crates in the shipment for damage.

2. If damage is found, sign for the damage or refuse the shipment. Contact the carrier immediately and le a shipping damage claim with the carrier.

3. Check to ensure all components are contained and no visible damage has occurred during shipping.

• Nitrogen Cabinet

• IntelliGen™ Display

• Air Tank

• Nitrogen Tank

• Air Compressor

4. Each nitrogen generator requires a minimum of one Air Maintenance Device (AMD) and one Nitrogen Purge Valve per sprinkler system. Check to see these components have arrived.

• Air Maintenance Device (one per riser) (NGP-AMD-1 #1119621)

• Nitrogen Purge Valve (NGP-SPV #1119784) or (INS-PV #1119478)

• Portable Nitrogen Analyzer (one per job) (PNA #1119504)

5. Find a location for the nitrogen generator to be installed meeting these requirements:

• Dry, clean and well-ventilated

• Dimensions 54” X 42” X 32” (H x W x D)

• Ambient temperatures above 50º F at all times

• Access to front for service

• Conveniently located near re sprinkler system connections

• Conveniently located near a drain

• Near a dedicated electrical circuit with an electrical disconnect switch

6. Mount the skid base to the oor using (4) 3/8” bolts. See Fig. 4.

Fig. 4

7. To plumb the nitrogen generator to the re sprinkler system rst, install the supplied 12" exible hose to the N2 Tank Outlet Valve (V03). Plumb the 1/2" NPT piping to the sprinkler system Air Maintenance Device using standard accepted installation practices. See Fig. 5.

Fig. 5

1/2" MNPT to Fire Sprinkler System

Supplied Flexible Hose

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1/2" NPT TEE CONNECTION AND CLOSE NIPPLE

(SUPPLIED BY SPRINKLER CONTRACTOR)

)

REMOVE PLUG WHEN SAMPLING

DWG. #0400-13

8. Pipe the provided 10' of the 3/8” drain tubing to the oor drain in the sprinkler room. Do not pipe the drain tubing upward.

Ensure drain tubing is restrained. See Fig. 6.

Fig. 6

Pipe to Floor Drain

9. Each riser requires a minimum of ONE Nitrogen Purge Valve to be installed prior to implementing the Nitrogen Purging

Procedure. For installation instructions, refer to Model NGP-SPV Bulletin (#5401520) or Model INS-PV Manual (#5401532) supplied with each purge valve. See Fig. 7 for NGP-SPV installation diagram. See Fig. 8 for INS-PV installation

diagram.

Fig. 7

PIPE FROM SPRINKLER SYSTEM

111/4"

NGP-SPV

PURGE ORIFICE (N2 SAMPLING PORT

PIPE PLUG (INSTALL AFTER

PURGE COMPLETE)

N2 LEVELS AND PURGING

71/4"

INSPECTOR'S TEST VALVE

Fig. 8

PIPE FROM SPRINKLER SYSTEM

1/2" NPT TEE CONNECTION AND CLOSE NIPPLE

(SUPPLIED BY SPRINKLER CONTRACTOR)

INSPECTORS TEST VALVE

7 1/8"

VENT

UNION - POSITION VENT / ORIFICE

APPROPRIATELY

PURGE BALL VALVE

SHOWN IN NORMAL (NON - PURGE) POSITION

20 1/2"

PURGE BALL VALVE, SHOWN

IN NORMALLY CLOSED (NON-PURGE) POSITION

ORIFICE

UNION - POSITION VENT/ORIFICE/INS-PV

APPROPRIATELY

INTELLIPURGE

UNION

INS-PV

7 1/4"

Installing the purge valve upside down will not allow the system to purge. Also, ensure that there is NO water in the pipe to the purge valve.

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Wiring of the Nitrogen Generator

All wiring should be performed by a licensed electrician and conform to NEC and all applicable local standards.

1. Run a dedicated electrical circuit with an electrical disconnect switch to sprinkler room.

2. To wire the INS-500 or INS-1000, open the front panel at the top of the nitrogen cabinet to access wiring terminal blocks. Use the 1/2" or 3/4" knockouts on back of cabinet for electrical conduit. See Fig. 9.

Fig. 9

Wiring Terminal Block (120V shown)

Knockouts (Bottom knockout is hidden in drawing)

3. Depending on the voltage of the model (120V, 208V, 230V, 460V-Single or Three phase) follow the wiring diagram in this manual on page 38, or use the wiring diagram on the inside of the nitrogen generator cabinet door.

For Three Phase motors, ensure the air compressor turns in the correct direction labeled on the air compressor.

4. For internet connectivity (see the IntelliView™ section on page 20 for more details), wire a CAT-5 Ethernet cable using a 1/2" knockout on the back of the cabinet to the Ethernet Port on the IntelliGen™ Controller. See Fig. 10.

Fig. 10

Ethernet Port

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5. Using the other 1/2" knockout on the back of the cabinet, wire the IntelliPurge® Nitrogen Purge Valve to the IntelliGen™

Controller using 3 wire cable (22 AWG recommended). See the IntelliPurge® Section on page 21 for more details. Connect the PLINK to the terminal blocks next to the controller. See Fig. 11.

Fig. 11

PL-G PL-B PL-A

6. Using the same 1/2" knockout on the back of the cabinet, a form C relay is available to wire any BMS (Building Management

System) to the BMS terminal blocks. See Fig. 12.

Fig. 12

BMS-C BMS-NC BMS-NO

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Nitrogen Generator Operation

Initial Set Up:

1. Before beginning, make sure the water supply to the sprinkler system is turned off.

2. Make sure all piping connections have been made in accordance with the installation instructions.

3. Ensure the Air Compressor Power Switch located on the right side of the cabinet is in the "OFF" position.

4. Close the Air Maintenance Device. If multiple Air Maintenance Devices are used, ensure all valves are in closed position.

5. Close the N2 Tank Outlet Valve (V03) on the nitrogen tank. See Fig. 13.

Fig. 13

To Fire Sprinkler System

V03

6. Turn power ON to the nitrogen generator using the contractor installed "Electrical Disconnect" switch.

7. The IntelliGen™ Display will turn on, indicating power with a green LED labeled "POWER".

Note: There will be a short delay as the IntelliGen

™

Display turns on and the system boots up.

8. The amber LED labeled "BYPASS" will activate if the pressure is less than 55 PSI in the nitrogen tank.

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9. Turn power ON to the air compressor using the switch labeled “Air Compressor Power” on the right side of the cabinet. See

Fig. 14.

Fig. 14

10. The air compressor will begin running and the pressure in the air tank and nitrogen tank will begin to rise. Start recording the

time it takes until the compressor turns off.

11. When the nitrogen tank pressure reaches approximately 80 PSI the valves inside the cabinet will close.

12. When the air tank pressure reaches approximately 105 PSI the air compressor will turn off.

13. If the nitrogen generator is isolated from the sprinkler system:

• The air compressor of the INS-500 should take no longer than 8 minutes to pressurize both tanks and turn off.

• The air compressor of the INS-1000 should take no longer than 6 minutes to pressurize both tanks and turn off.

If the air compressor is not turning off, or it is taking longer than expected, go to the Troubleshooting section in this manual on page 32.

14. When the two tanks are pressurized, the amber LED labeled "BYPASS" on the IntelliGen™ Display will turn off and "Mode"

on the IntelliGen™ Display will change to "N2 Mode". This indicates that the unit is now in Nitrogen Generating Mode.

15. Check all piping connections for leaks as pre-plumbed ttings may have loosened during shipment. Any pressure drop on the

tanks during this time could indicate a leak.

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Nitrogen Functionality Test:

1. To ensure the nitrogen generator is operating correctly and that the correct nitrogen purity is being produced, a functional test must be performed.

2. On the inside of the nitrogen cabinet locate the blue N2 Bleed Valve (V04). See Fig 15.

Fig. 15

V04

3. Slightly open the blue N2 Bleed Valve and begin relieving the pressure from the nitrogen tank.

4. Quickly close the blue N2 Bleed Valve when you see the red instrument air solenoid lights turn on. This will happen at approximately 60 PSI as shown on the IntelliGen™ display. See Fig 16.

Fig. 16

Note: If the pressure in the nitrogen tank drops below 55 PSI, the IntelliGen

™

Nitrogen Generator will return to

Bypass Mode. Close the valve and wait for the nitrogen generator to rell the tanks and the unit to return to Nitrogen

Generating Mode before trying again.

5. Immediately begin timing to see how long it takes to reach approximately 80 PSI in the nitrogen tank while the nitrogen generator is in Nitrogen Generating Mode.

6. If the nitrogen generator is isolated from the sprinkler system:

a. The INS-500 should take no longer than 8 minutes to pressurize the nitrogen tank to 80 PSI.

b. The INS-1000 should take no longer than 4 minutes to pressurize the nitrogen tank to 80 PSI.

7. During this time, connect the Portable Nitrogen Analyzer to the Nitrogen Sample Port (SP) to measure the purity of the exiting gas. The analyzer should read 98.0% or greater. This may take a few minutes.

8. When the nitrogen generator reaches approximately 80 PSI in the nitrogen tank, the red instrument air solenoid lights will turn off. The air compressor will continue to run until the air tank pressure reaches approximately 105 PSI.

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Filling the Sprinkler System and Purging:

1. To ll the sprinkler system, open the N2 Tank Outlet Valve (V03) on the nitrogen tank and open the bypass valve on the Air

Maintenance Device. See Fig. 17.

Fig. 17

V03

2. The pressure in the nitrogen tank and the air tank will decrease rapidly, causing the nitrogen generator to switch to Bypass

Mode.

3. The amber LED labeled "BYPASS" will turn on and the "Mode" on the IntelliGen™ Display will turn to "Bypass Mode". This

indicates that the nitrogen generator is lling the system with air to meet the NFPA required 30 minute ll time.

4. The air compressor will also turn on.

5. Allow the re sprinkler system to reach the desired pressure. This should take 30 minutes or less.

6. As soon as sprinkler system supervisory pressure is reached, put the sprinkler system back into service by placing the Air

Maintenance Device in the maintenance position (refer to the Air Maintenance Device manual for proper operation).

Fill only one re sprinkler system at time. Doing multiple systems at once could lead to longer compressor

runtimes and possible damage to equipment. Allow air compressor to cool before beginning again.

7. When the sprinkler system(s) are completely lled, the nitrogen generator will repressurize the air tank and nitrogen tank to

capacity. The air compressor will turn off and the unit will automatically return to Nitrogen Generating Mode.

Note: The amber LED labeled "BYPASS" should be off and the "Mode" on the IntelliGen

™

Display will display "N2 Mode".

8. Reset the Leak Rate by pressing the "MAINT" button on the IntelliGen™ Display Keypad. Enter "0000" for passcode.

9. Move the cursor to "Excess N2 Demand" and press "ENTER".

10. Press "ENTER" on the keypad to clear maintenance alert and reset Leak Rate (LR).

11. You will receive conrmation that the alert has been cleared.

12. Press "ESC" to return to the main screen.

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Purging with IntelliPurge® Nitrogen Purge Valve (INS-PV):

Fig. 18

Slotted Cam Latch

S2 Toggle Switch

S1 Toggle Switch

Purge Exhaust Port

N2 Level % Display

Power LED

Purge LED

Trouble LED

Purge Time Display

1. See Manual #5401532 for full details on installing, programming, purging and wiring of the INS-PV.

2. Go to the end of the sprinkler system(s) where the INS-PV(s) is installed. Each riser should have one INS-PV.

3. Check to ensure power is connected to the INS-PV. The green Power LED will be ON.

4. Open the ball valve on the INS-PV.

5. Ensure the INS-PV is installed properly. Installing the valve upside down will cause the unit to not purge. Any trapped water in the piping will also cause the unit to not purge.

6. To check that the INS-PV is allowing air/nitrogen ow, toggle the “MANUAL PURGE” switch ON. This will open the solenoid valves inside the unit.

7. If the sprinkler system is pressurized, listen for ow out of the Purge Exhaust Port on the bottom of the unit. You may also

use your ngers to feel for ow. If no ow is present, there is a blockage such as a shut ball valve, water in the pipe, or a clogged orice upstream.

8. If the INS-PV unit is not connected to a nitrogen generator or an INS-RA, toggle the “START PURGE” switch to start the Purge Process.

9. Once the Purge Process has started, the yellow Purge LED indicator will begin blinking.

10. The Purge Time Display will display the max number of purge days, which is the maximum amount of time the unit is allowed to purge before indicating a trouble.

11. The N2 Level display will blink indicating that it is taking an initial nitrogen level reading. After ve minutes the N2 Level display should read ambient nitrogen levels, between 78-81%.

12. The INS-PV is now purging. The oxygenated air is escaping out of the Purge Exhaust Port.

13. If an IntelliPurge® Nitrogen Purge Valve (INS-PV) is connected to a nitrogen generator or an INS-PV, the S1 toggle switch will be DISABLED.

14. Return to the nitrogen generator.

15. If an INS-PV is connect to the nitrogen generator, press the “PURGE” button on the IntelliGen™ Display keypad.

16. Follow all prompts.

17. Once the system reaches 98% the INS-PV automatically closes and your system is purged.

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Purging with Potter Nitrogen Purge Valve (NGP-SPV):

Fig. 19

1. See Bulletin #5401520 for full details on installing and purging of the NGP-SPV.

2. Go to the end of the sprinkler system(s) where the NGP-SPV(s) is installed. Each riser should have one NGP-SPV purge

valve.

3. Open the ball valve on the NGP-SPV.

4. Ensure the NGP-SPV is installed properly. Installing the valve upside down will cause the unit not to purge. Any trapped

water in the piping will also cause the unit not to purge.

5. Unscrew the 1/2" pipe plug located at the end of the NGP-SPV.

6. Check to ensure ow is coming out the purge valve.

7. If the sprinkler system is pressurized, listen for ow. You may also use your ngers to feel for ow. If no ow is present,

there is a blockage such as a shut ball valve, water in the pipe, or a clogged orice upstream.

8. Wait approximately 14 days before returning to the job site and checking the exiting gas with the Portable Nitrogen Analyzer.

9. Check the nitrogen purity to ensure the exiting gas is 98% or greater.

10. If the gas is 98% purity or greater close the ball valve and screw the plug back in. The system is purged.

11. If the nitrogen purity is 85% or greater, wait another 7 days before returning to the site and rechecking. Some larger systems

may have longer purge times.

12. If the nitrogen purity is around 80% it indicates that there is a blockage in the sprinkler system piping, the ball valve is closed

on the purge valve or that your nitrogen generator is in Bypass Mode.

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IntelliView™ Dashboard Internet Connectivity

Potter's IntelliGen™ Controller is designed to provide you with live status updates of your nitrogen generator. The IntelliGen™ Nitrogen Generator needs to be wired using a CAT-5 Ethernet cable. The Ethernet port is located on the bottom left of the IntelliGen™ Controller. When the unit is wired and powered on, data will be accessible at www.PotterIntelliView.com.

1. Log In or Register New User.

2. If you are a new user you will be required to enter your name, company information, and a valid e-mail address.

3. You will receive an e-mail conrmation with an account verication link.

4. Once logged in, click the "Register Generator" button on the Dashboard Overview page.

5. Enter the unit’s MAC ID Number and the Serial Number which can be found on the IntelliGen™ Controller inside the cabinet. See Fig. 20.

Fig. 20

Serial Number

MAC ID

6. Add a name for the generator and the building where the generator is located.

7. A window will appear indicating that you have successfully added the nitrogen generator. Click save.

8. The page will refresh with information on the new nitrogen generator.

9. For more information on the Potter IntelliView™ Dashboard, watch a tutorial at www.potterintelliview.com.

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IntelliPurge® Wiring and Networking

The Potter IntelliGen™ Nitrogen Generator is designed to work specically with the Potter IntelliPurge® Nitrogen Purge Valve. Combining the two products creates a quick seamless experience when it comes to protecting and monitoring your sprinkler system.

Use stranded 3 wire (22 AWG gauge) to run from the IntelliGen™ Controller to the rst INS-PV.

Maximum wire length for network is 6500 ft. Maximum number of INS-PV devices on network is 27. Maximum number of INSRA devices on network is 4.

The INS-PV’s devices must be addressed as slave devices. For addressing and programming the INS-PV see the INS-PV manual #5401532.

The PLINK network is designed to be wired in series. See Fig. 21.

Fig. 21

Nitrogen

Generator

Fig. 22

INS-PV Terminal Block

INS-PV-2

INS-RA

Normally Closed for Remote

BMS Monitoring

To Next Device

INS-PV-3

INS-RA

- 24V AC/DC +

INS-PV-#

INS-RA

INS-PV-27

- 24V DC +

B A

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Maintenance and Part Replacements

Potter IntelliGen™ Nitrogen Generators are designed to provide maintenance alerts that ensure the long life of the nitrogen

generator. These alerts also ensure that the unit runs at peak efciency. The IntelliGen™ Nitrogen Generator has an internal

maintenance timer that monitors how long the unit has been operating since it has been serviced. Normal scheduled maintenance

should be done every 1,000 compressor operating hours, or during the annual inspection of the unit, whichever comes rst.

When the system needs maintenance, the amber maintenance light on the IntelliGen™ Display will turn on. If connected to

the internet, you will receive an e-mail notication as well. If maintenance on the nitrogen generator is not done within 250

compressor operating hours, the nitrogen generator will show a trouble condition.

To reset the maintenance timer and get the maintenance alert to reset, go to the IntelliGen™ Display.

1. Press "MAINT" on the IntelliGen™ Display keypad.

2. Enter passcode "0000".

3. Select “Std. Maintenance” and press "ENTER".

4. The menu will then display the count down hour log on the Maintenance Timer. Press "ENTER" on the keypad to clear

Maintenance Timer. Press "ENTER" to conrm.

5. The amber Maintenance LED will turn off.

All pressure must be relieved from the entire nitrogen generator system BEFORE servicing. To avoid system damage and/or personal injury, the nitrogen generator should be isolated from the sprinkler system and the generator system fully depressurized before any maintenance or service is performed. All maintenance and troubleshooting activities for the Potter

Nitrogen Generator should be performed by qualied personnel using reasonable care. Before servicing, isolate all risers by

closing all Air Maintenance Device valves and relieving all system pressure from the Potter Nitrogen Generator. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death. Ensure power is turned off at the electrical disconnect.

Scheduled Maintenance - 1,000 Compressor Operating Hours:

• Replace the activated carbon and coalescing lter elements.

• Clean the air tank blow-down strainer screen.

• Clean or replace the air compressor intake lter elements.

Annual Inspection:

• Check for unusual noise or vibration.

• Clean all external parts of the compressor and motor.

• Manually test safety relief valves.

• Inspect system for leaks.

• Tighten ttings, nuts and screws as required.

• Check the pressure settings.

• Check the nitrogen purity using Portable Nitrogen Analyzer. It should be 98.0% or greater.

Maintenance and Replacement Parts:

Part Number Description

0090206 KIT-FILTER ELEMENT REPLACEMENT INS-500/1000

1119504 PORTABLE NITROGEN ANALYZER

1119589 MEMBRANE SEPARATOR-INS 500

1119590 MEMBRANE SEPARATOR-INS 1000/1500

1119622 FILTER-GAP 1HP/2HP COMPRESSOR INTAKE ELEMENT (1 PER CYLINDER=2 REQD F/INS-500, 4 REQD F/INS-1000)

1119599 COMPRESSOR-2 HP, 208-230VAC 1PH 60HZ (INS-1000)

1119600 COMPRESSOR-2 HP, 208-230VAC/460VAC 3PH 60HZ (INS-1000)

1119622 FILTER-GAP 1HP/2HP COMPRESSOR INTAKE ELEMENT (1 PER CYLINDER=2 REQD F/INS-500, 4 REQD F/INS-1000)

1119623 FILTER-HITACHI 1HP COMPRESSOR INTAKE ELEMENT (1 PER CYLINDER=2 REQD F/INS-500 QUIET)

1119624 COMPRESSOR-1 HP, 115VAC 1PH 60HZ (INS-500)-QUIET

1119625 COMPRESSOR-1 HP, 115VAC/208-230VAC 1PH 60HZ (INS-500)

1119626 COMPRESSOR-1 HP, 208-230VAC/460VAC 3PH 60HZ (INS-500)

1119805 PRESSURE SWITCH-INS

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Standard Maintenance (Every 1,000 Compressor Operating Hours)

Tools Needed:

• 13/16” wrench

• 5/32" hex key

• Channel Lock

Drain all pressure from the nitrogen generator before proceeding and turn off power to unit at the contractor installed electrical disconnect.

1. Power off the air compressor using the Air Compressor Power Switch located on the right side of the cabinet.

2. Power off the nitrogen generator using the customer installed electrical disconnect.

3. Isolate the nitrogen generator from the sprinkler system by closing the N2 Tank Outlet Valve (V03) located on the nitrogen

tank. See Fig. 23.

Fig. 23

• Rag

• Potter Filter Elements Kit (#0090206)

• Potter Air Intake Elements Kit (#1119622)

V03

To Fire Sprinkler System

4. Open the blue N2 Bleed Valve (V04) located near the Nitrogen Sample Port (SP) and begin draining pressure from the

nitrogen tank. See Fig. 24.

Fig. 24

V04

5. Open the black handled valve located on the Activated Carbon Filter (F04) and begin draining pressure from the air tank. See

Fig. 25.

Fig. 25

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Compressor Air Intake Filters:

6. When the pressure has been drained from the nitrogen generator clean or replace the air intake lter elements.

7. Go to the air compressor located on the top of the nitrogen tank. Locate the black lter enclosures. There will be two (2) on the INS-500 and four (4) on the INS-1000. See Fig. 26.

Fig. 26

8. Using a 5/32" hex key, unscrew the cover. See Fig. 27.

Fig. 27

9. Clean or replace the air intake element.

10. Return the air intake element to the enclosure and reattach cover. Repeat for all air intake lters.

Air Tank Blow-Down Strainer Screen:

11. Locate the inline blow-down strainer on the bottom right side of the air tank. Using a channel lock loosen the strainer screen cap. See Fig. 28.

Fig. 28

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12. Remove the screen and clean all debris. Wipe the inside of the strainer with a rag.

13. Reinstall the screen into the strainer.

14. Retighten the strainer screen cap.

Filter Elements:

15. Locate the four (4) lters on the inside of the nitrogen generator cabinet. See Fig. 30.

Fig. 30

F04 F03

16. Disconnect the drain tubes from the lter bowl by pushing up on the plastic releasing collar and pulling down on the tube.

See Fig. 31.

Fig. 31

F02 F01

Releasing Collar

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17. Using a 13/16” wrench loosen the lter bowl from the lter body. See Fig. 32.

Fig. 32

CAREFULLY WRENCH HERE

ONLY

DO NOT PLACE

WRENCH HERE

It is extremely important that you only unscrew the drain bowl from the lter body. The oat adjustments

Fig. 33

at the bottom must remain in auto. Manual (man) will cause the oats to remain open and air to leak. If you accidently loosen the oat adjustment, simply retighten with your hand. See Fig. 33.

automan

18. After the lter bowl is separated from the lter body, remove the lter element by gently pulling down. See Fig. 34.

Fig. 34

Filter Body

Filter Element

Filter Bowl

19. Replace the lter element with the correct lter element from the replacement kit (#0090206). See Fig. 35:

a. The lter body (#5230003) all the way to the right is the 5 micron lter which has a GREEN element (#5230012).

b. The lter body (#5230004) second from the right is the 1 micron lter which has a RED element (#5230013).

c. The lter body (#5230005) third from the right is the 0.01 micron lter which has a BLUE element (#5230014).

d. The lter body (#5230006) on the far left is the activated carbon lter which has a BLACK element (#5230015).

Note: This lter bowl is not connected to the drain and has a black handled valve.

BLACK (d)

BLUE (c)

Fig. 35

RED (b)

GREEN (a)

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20. Remove old O-rings and replace with the O-rings in the lter element kit.

21. Clear lter bowls of debris.

22. Screw the lter bowl back into the lter body. Use a 13/16” wrench to tighten the correct wrenching ats. Be careful to not

over tighten or you may crack the lter body. Repeat for all lters.

23. Close the black handled ball valve on the Activated Carbon Filter (F04) and the blue N2 Bleed Valve (V04).

Resetting Maintenance Alert and Checking for Leaks:

24. Turn power on to the unit using the electrical disconnect.

25. To reset the maintenance timer and get the maintenance alert or maintenance trouble to reset, go to the IntelliGen™ Display.

26. Press "MAINT" on the IntelliGen™ Display keypad.

27. Enter passcode "0000"

28. Select “Std. Maintenance” press "ENTER".

29. The menu will display maintenance timer countdown hours.

30. To reset the maintenance timer press "ENTER". Press "ENTER" again to conrm.

31. The maintenance light on the IntelliGen™ Display will turn off and the maintenance timer has been reset.

32. Turn power back on to the air compressor using the Air Compressor Switch located on the right of the cabinet. The amber

"BYPASS" LED will be ON since there is no pressure in the tanks.

33. If the nitrogen generator is isolated from the sprinkler system:

a. The air compressor of the INS-500 should take no longer than 8 minutes to pressurize the two tanks and turn off.

b. The air compressor of the INS-1000 should take no longer than 6 minutes to pressurize the two tanks and turn off.

34. The amber "BYPASS" LED should turn off.

35. If the air compressor is not turning off or it is taking longer than expected, it could indicate a leak.

36. Allow the system to hold pressure for several minutes. Check all piping connections for leaks. Any drop in pressure on the

nitrogen tank or air tank during this time could indicate a leak.

37. If there is a drop in pressure, soap all lters and blow-down strainer.

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Air Compressor Replacement

1. Isolate the nitrogen generator from the sprinkler system and relieve pressure.

2. Disconnect the power to the nitrogen generator using lockout-tagout procedure.

3. Disconnect wires in junction box on the air compressor.

4. Loosen ex hose and ttings on compressor discharge.

5. Remove ex hose from compressor discharge.

6. Remove conduit ttings from junction box.

7. Remove bolts holding compressor to tank.

8. Install new air compressor. Torque bolts to 20 ft/lbs.

9. Verify wiring in motor junction box corresponds to the input voltage.

10. Turn power back on to the generator. If Three Phase model, verify correct rotation.

11. Check for leaks.

Nitrogen Membrane Replacement

1. Isolate the nitrogen generator from the sprinkler system and relieve pressure.

2. Disconnect the power to the nitrogen generator using lockout-tagout procedure.

3. Remove the top tube to the nitrogen membrane.

4. Remove the bottom tube to the nitrogen membrane.

5. Loosen the clamps holding the nitrogen membrane in place.

6. Remove push to connect ttings on old membrane and reinstall on new membrane.

7. Replace the old nitrogen membrane with the new nitrogen membrane. Check to ensure inlet and outlet on the membrane are in correct orientation.

8. Tighten the clamps down.

9. Reattach both the top and bottom tube to the nitrogen membrane.

10. Turn on power to the nitrogen generator.

11. Retest nitrogen purity.

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Maintenance Alerts and Actions

A maintenance alert is noncritical to the operation of the nitrogen generator. The maintenance light will turn on and a maintenance alert will appear on the IntelliGen™ Display and IntelliView™ website, and an e-mail will also be sent. The Trouble Horn will not sound and the BMS will not trip. Maintenance alerts can be cleared by performing maintenance on the issue then going into the "Maintenance Menu" and clearing the appropriate alert.

Maintenance Alert #1 - Standard Maintenance

Issue: Maintenance Timer expired after 1,000 hours and the nitrogen generator needs maintenance.

Action:

1. Within 250 compressor operating hours, complete standard maintenance following the procedure in this manual.

2. Reset Maintenance Alert #1 by going into the Maintenance Menu on the display and following the procedure on page 22.

Maintenance Alert #2 - Excess Nitrogen Demand (Sprinkler System Leak Rate Excessive)

Issue: Sprinkler system leak rate is greater than Leak Rate Warning Set Point. You have one week to address this before it turns into a trouble alert.

Action:

1. Leak check nitrogen generator and sprinkler system. Repair leaks if found.

2. Adjust Leak Rate Warning Set Point. See page 35 for details.

Note: Increased leak rates can cause excessive maintenance and damage to equipment.

3. Reset the Maintenance Alert #2 by going into the Maintenance Menu on the display.

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Trouble Alerts and Probable Causes

A trouble alert is a critical alert to the operation of the nitrogen generator. The trouble light will turn on and a trouble alert will be created on the IntelliGen™ Display and IntelliView™ website, an e-mail will also be sent. The Trouble Horn will sound and

the BMS will trip. Trouble Alerts can be cleared by xing the issue and pressing “CLEAR” on the display keypad, and entering

passcode "0000".

Trouble Alert #1 - Nitrogen Generator in Bypass Mode for 2 hours

Issue: Bypass Solenoid Valve continuously ON for 2 hours.

Probable Cause:

1. Air compressor power is turned off.

2. Air Tank Outlet Valve (V01) is closed.

3. Filling multiple sprinkler systems at one time.

4. Leak on nitrogen generator air tank or sprinkler system.

5. Blockage in pathway from air tank to nitrogen tank.

Trouble Alert #2 - Air Compressor is Continuously Running

Issue: Air tank pressure switch continuously ON for 90 minutes.

Probable Cause:

1. Filling multiple sprinkler systems at one time.

2. Major leak on nitrogen generator (air side).

a. Air Tank Blow-Down (AD01) stuck open.

b. Float valve on lters stuck open.

3. Leak on sprinkler system.

4. Pressure Switch (PS01) needs to be adjusted or replaced.

5. Air compressor not building adequate pressure.

6. Compressor unloader valve located on Pressure Switch (PS01) is stuck open.

Trouble Alert #3 - Excessive Air Compressor Cycling

Issue: Air tank pressure switch turns ON 10 times in 1 hours.

Probable Cause:

1. Leak on nitrogen generator air tank. Check valve sticking open could cause the leak.

2. Float valve on lters could be stuck open.

3. Excess Air Regulator (PRV01) closed.

4. Pressure Switch (PS01) needs to be adjusted or replaced.

5. Filter elements need to be replaced.

6. Membrane Inlet Air Solenoid (XV01) is stuck open.

Trouble Alert #4 - Excessive Membrane Runtime

Issue: Membrane Inlet Air Solenoid (XV01) and Membrane Outlet N2 Solenoid (XV02) continuously ON for 30 minutes.

Probable Cause:

1. Leak on nitrogen generator or sprinkler system.

2. Air Compressor Power is turned off.

3. Air Tank Outlet Valve (V01) closed.

4. Membrane Inlet Air Solenoid (XV01) and/or Membrane Outlet N2 Solenoid (XV02) are blocked, or closed.

5. Instrument Air Regulator (PRV03) is less than 60 PSI.

6. Blockage in pathway from air tank to nitrogen tank.

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Trouble Alert #5 - Excessive Membrane Cycling

Issue: Nitrogen valves turn ON 16 (INS-500) or 24 (INS-1000) times in 4 hours.

Probable Cause:

1. Leak on sprinkler system.

2. Leak on nitrogen tank.

3. Pressure settings need to be adjusted or pressure transducer replaced.

4. Membrane Outlet N2 Solenoid (XV02) is stuck open.

Trouble Alert #6 - Nitrogen Generator Cannot Keep Up While in Nitrogen Generating Mode

Issue: Bypass Solenoid cycles 16 times over 4 hours.

Probable Cause:

1. Filling multiple sprinkler systems.

2. Performing functionality testing on the nitrogen generator.

3. Leak on nitrogen generator or sprinkler system.

Trouble Alert #7 - Excess Nitrogen Demand (Sprinkler System Leak Rate Excessive)

Issue: Sprinkler system leak rate is greater than Leak Rate Warning Set Point and has not been acknowledged for a week.

Probable Cause:

1. Leak on sprinkler system.

2. Leak on nitrogen tank.

3. Leak Rate Warning Set Point not appropriate for application.

Trouble Alert #9 - Maintenance

Issue: Compressor Maintenance Timer expires when maintenance request has not been reset in 250 hours.

Probable Cause:

1. Standard maintenance was not completed.

2. Maintenance timer not reset.

Trouble Alert #10 - Hardware Failure Detected

Issue: IntelliGen™ Controller failure detected.

Probable Cause:

1. Short circuit on output wiring.

Trouble Alert #11 - PLINK Connection Error

Issue: Devices cannot communicate.

Probable Cause:

1. Wiring not correct.

2. Power failure.

Trouble Alert #12 - PLINK Device Trouble

Issue: One or more PLINK devices are reporting trouble.

Probable Cause:

1. An INS-PV connected to the generator has an error.

2. See INS-PV Manual #5401532.

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Troubleshooting

Leak on Sprinkler System or Nitrogen Generator

1. View the Leak Rate (LR) by exiting to the main menu of the IntelliGen™ Display. It will be displayed as LR: # PSI/24HR.

2. If the Leak Rate (LR) is greater than 6 PSI/24HR; there is an excessive leak.

3. Isolate the nitrogen generator from the sprinkler system using the N2 Tank Outlet Valve (V03).

4. Allow the nitrogen generator to ll the nitrogen and air tanks.

5. Once the air compressor turns off allow the nitrogen generator to sit for 30 minutes.

6. If pressure drops in the air tank or nitrogen tank that indicates there is a leak on the nitrogen generator.

7. Soap all ttings and tighten ttings that are leaking. Avoid electronics.

8. If pressure does not drop, this indicates the leak is outside of the nitrogen generator. Check all piping downstream of the N Tank Outlet Valve (V03). Fix leaks as needed.

9. Clear the trouble using the “CLEAR” button on the IntelliGen™ Display and enter passcode "0000".

Testing Nitrogen Flow Rate and Nitrogen Purity

1. Isolate the nitrogen generator from the sprinkler system using the N2 Tank Outlet Valve (V03) on the nitrogen tank. Allow the

nitrogen generator to ll the air tank and nitrogen tank.

2. When the nitrogen tank pressure reaches approximately 80 PSI the red instrument air solenoid lights located inside the cabinet should turn off.

3. To ensure the nitrogen generator is operating correctly and that the correct nitrogen purity is being produced a functional test must be performed.

4. On the inside of the nitrogen cabinet, locate the blue N2 Bleed Valve (V04) near the Nitrogen Sample Port (SP).

5. Slightly open the blue N2 Bleed Valve (V04) and begin draining the pressure out of the nitrogen tank.

6. Quickly close the blue N2 Bleed Valve (V04) when you see the red instrument air solenoid lights turn on. This will happen at approximately 60 PSI.

Note: If the pressure in the nitrogen tank drops below 55 PSI the nitrogen generator will return to Bypass Mode. Wait for the

nitrogen generator to rell the tanks and the unit to return to Nitrogen Generating Mode before trying again.

7. Begin timing to see how long it takes to reach approximately 80 PSI in the nitrogen tank.

8. If the nitrogen generator is isolated from the sprinkler system:

a. The INS-500 should take no longer than 8 minutes to pressurize the nitrogen tank to 80 PSI.

b. The INS-1000 should take no longer than 4 minutes to pressurize the nitrogen tank to 80 PSI.

9. During this time, connect the Portable Nitrogen Analyzer to the Nitrogen Sample Port (SP) to measure the purity of the exiting gas. The analyzer should read 98.0% or greater. This may take a few minutes.

10. When the nitrogen generator reaches approximately 80 psi in the nitrogen tank, the red instrument air solenoid lights will turn off. The air compressor will continue to run until the air tank pressure reaches approximately 105 PSI.

11. Allow the nitrogen generator to sit for 30 minutes.

12. If pressure drops in either tank this indicates there is a leak in the nitrogen generator. Soap all pre-plumbed ttings and

tighten any ttings that are leaking. Avoid electronics.

13. If the pressure does not drop, this indicates the leak is outside of the nitrogen generator. Check sprinkler system for leaks.

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Normal Operating Parameters of the INS-500 and the INS-1000

The Potter IntelliGen™ Nitrogen Generators use a two tank system design to deliver high purity nitrogen to the re protection system. The pressure switch on the air tank controls the air compressor by turning it on and off at the desired pressure set points. A pressure transducer on the nitrogen tank controls the pneumatic valves on the inside of the cabinet. Whenever the nitrogen tank

requires nitrogen, the pneumatic valves open allowing air to ow from the air tank. When the nitrogen tank reaches the desired set

point the pneumatic valves close.

• Periodic running of the air compressor is expected (typically less than 24 times a day).

INS-500 INS-1000 Recorded Parameter

Air Compressor

OFF Pressure*

Air Compressor

ON Pressure*

Nitrogen Tank

OFF Pressure*

Nitrogen Tank ON Pressure*

105 PSI 105 PSI

85 PSI 85 PSI

80 PSI 80 PSI

60 PSI 60 PSI

Max time interval

to build pressure

from 60 PSI to 80

PSI in nitrogen

tank in Nitrogen

Generating Mode

* Pressures are approximated and can vary ±3 PSI.

8 minutes 4 minutes

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Nitrogen Generator Leak Detection System

Each Potter IntelliGen™ Nitrogen Generator comes with an integrated Leak Detection System. The Leak Detection System uses pressure decays to calculate the actual pressure loss in 24 hours, or the Leak Rate of the sprinkler system.

This Leak Rate is displayed on the IntelliGen™ Display as “LR # PSI/24HR”. # is the number in PSI that is calculated.

Increases in the Leak Rate can cause excessive demand on the nitrogen generator. Excessive demand causes increased runtimes on the unit. Increased runtimes increase the frequency of maintenance and repairs. In some cases, excessive Leak Rates can cause catastrophic failures.

The Leak Detection System is designed as a rolling average over 1 week to ensure the presence of an actual leak. To reset the LR number, reset the Maintenance Alert #2 under maintenance on the IntelliGen™ display.

All Potter IntelliGen™ Nitrogen Systems are designed to run approximately 1,000 operating hours in a typical year.

This translates to a maximum pressure loss of 6 PSI in 24 hours. This is the default Leak Rate Warning Set Point. If the actual Leak Rate of the sprinkler system is greater than that value, a maintenance alert or a trouble will display on the nitrogen generator.

The Leak Rate Warning Set Point in the Potter IntelliGen™ Nitrogen Generator is a user adjustable set point for when a maintenance or trouble alert is activated. It will give a preemptive warning that the system Leak Rates have increased above the acceptable level.

This Leak Rate Warning Set Point can be set from 1 PSI up to 36 PSI per 24 hours.

• NFPA 13 allows a leak rate of 1.5 PSI loss per 24 hours for new systems.

• NFPA 25 allows a leak rate of 36 PSI loss per 24 hours for existing systems.

Increases in Leak Rates will cause more maintenance and possible failures.

Example: At a 6 PSI loss per 24 hour leak rate, the unit will run approximately 1,000 hours per year. At a 36 PSI loss per 24 hour leak rate, the unit will run approximately 6,000 hours per year. That means, at a 6 PSI leak rate, the air compressor will be operating 11% of the year, compared to a 36 PSI leak rate, where the air compressor will be operating 70% of the year.

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To Change the Leak Rate Warning Set Point:

1. Press "ENTER" on the IntelliGen™ Display keypad.

2. Select "Settings" using the keypad.

3. Enter passcode "0000".

4. Select "Leak Rate". Press "ENTER".

5. Press "ENTER" to choose settings.

6. Select "Leak Rate Warning". Press "ENTER".

7. Using the directional arrows, adjust the leak rate limit number "--" PSI per 24 hours.

a. NFPA allows 1.5 PSI per 24 hours on new systems.

b. Potter Nitrogen Generators are designed for 6 PSI per 24 hours.

8. Press "ENTER" to conrm.

9. Press "ENTER" to acknowledge warning.

10. Press "ENTER" to accept change.

11. Press "ESC" to return to main menu.

The Leak Rate is also calculated based on the size of the sprinkler system the nitrogen generator is protecting. The INS-500 is factory set at 1,850 gallons (max) and the INS-1000 is factory set at 3,400 gallons (max). This can be adjusted lower if the units are servicing smaller systems.

To Change the Sprinkler System Size:

1. Press "ENTER" on the IntelliGen™ Display keypad.

2. Select "Settings" using the keypad. Press "ENTER".

3. Enter passcode "0000".

4. Select "Leak Rate". Press "ENTER".

5. Press "ENTER" to choose settings.

6. Select "Sprinkler Capacity". Press "ENTER".

7. Using the numeric pad, enter the total system volume size in gallons.

8. Press "ENTER".

9. Press "ESC" to return to main menu.

INS-500 & INS-1000 • 5403645 • REV A • 6/17

INS-500/1000 Dimensional Drawings

DRAIN CONNECTION

INS-500 & INS-1000 • 5403645 • REV A • 6/17

SOLENOI D

ITEM DESCRIPTION

TANK

SAMPLE PORT

TANK INLET VALVE

TANK OUTLET VALVE

BLEED VALVE

COMPRESSOR PRESSURE SWITCH

ACTIVATED CARBON FILTER W/ DRAIN VALVE

AD01 BLOW-DOWN SOLENOID

CA01 AIR COMPRESSOR

CAE01 AFTERCOOLER

CF01 COOLING FAN

CV01 CHECK VALVE

F01 COALESCING FILTER 5μm

F02 COALESCING FILTER 1μm

F03 COALESCING FILTER .01μm

F04

F05 INSTRUMENT AIR FILTER

FCV01 FLOW CONTROL VALVE

M01 NITROGEN MEMBRANE

INSTRUMENT AIR REGULATOR

PI01 PRESSURE TRANSDUCER

PRV01 EXCESS AIR REGULATOR

PS01

PSV01 PRESSURE SAFETY VALVE

PRV02 BACK PRESSURE REGULATOR

PSV02 PRESSURE SAFETY VALVE

PRV03

V03

NITROGEN

TCA01 AIR TANK

TCN01 NITROGEN

SYSTEM

½” MNPT

CONNECTION

AIR TANK OUTLET VALVE

V01

V02 N

V03 N

V04 N

MEMBRANE OUTLET N

MEMBRANE INLET AIR SOLENOID

XV02

V05 VALVE W/ STRAINER

XV03 BYPASS SOLENOID VALVE

X01 EXCESS AIR MUFFLER

XV01

CV01

5406340 REV. B

CAE01

PS01

TCN01

TCA01

CA01

PSV02

SET @ 125 PSIG

V02

PSV01

SET @ 125 PSIG

V05

AD01

V01

3/8” TUBING DRAIN

VO4

XV03

PI01

LABEL-INS-500/1000 PIPING INSTRUMENTATION DIAGRAM

XVO1 AND XVO2 OPEN AT 60

ENCLOSURE

F01F02

XVO2

PSIG AND CLOSE AT 80 PSIG

F03

PRV02

F04

PRV03

SET @ 80 PSIG

XV01

FCV01

F05

PRV01

SET @ 96 PSIG

X01

M01

CF01

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AD01

BLOW DOWN

DISPLAY

INTELLIGEN

PCA2

WHITE AWG12

BLACK AWG12

GREEN AWG12

PS1

GREEN AWG12

BLUE AWG12

BLACK AWG12

BLUE AWG12

WHITE AWG12

WHITED AWG12

RED AWG12

ORANGE AWG12 BLACK AWG12

BLACK AWG12

INS-500/1000 115-120VAC SINGLE PHASE WIRING DIAGRAM

CABINET

RED AWG22

BLACK AWG22

GREEN AWG22

WHITE AWG22

BLACK AWG12

250VAC 20A SB

GND

115-120VAC, 1PH, 60HZ

GNDNL

INPUT

13NO

OUTPUT

-V +V

24VDC 2.5A

PWR SUPPLY

14NO

5L3

3L2

6T3

4T2

1L1

TB1

2T1

BROWN AWG12

INTERIOR

BROWN AWG12

EXTERIOR

PSW1

GREEN AWG12

GND

LINE MOTORLINE MOTOR

ORANGE AWG12

SWITCH ENABLE

SEE NOTE 1

AWG18

RED

AWG18 BLACK

CS1

PRESSURE SWITCH

5E4E

SEE NOTE 2

POWER

PL-G

PL-B

PL-A

BMS-C

SEE NOTE 2

BMS-NC

BYPASS

XV03

INLET AIR

XV01

N2 DSCHRG

XV02

BMS-NO

BROWN

BLUE

BROWN

BLUE

BLACK

RED

BLACK

RED

BLACK

BLK/wMARK

BLACK

RED

WHITE

FAN

PI01

XDCR

PL-G

PL-B

PL-A

BMS-C

BMS-NC

BMS-NO

RED AWG18

BLACK AWG18

E1E2

WHITE AWG18

BLACK AWG18

RED AWG22

BLACK AWG22

GREEN AWG22

WHITE AWG22

INTELLIGEN

CONTROLLER

ETHERNET

GREY AWG18

BROWN AWG18

BLUE AWG18

YELLOW AWG18

ORANGE AWG18

WHITE AWG18

PCA1

CB1

6T3

97 98

4T2

2T1

95 96

RED AWG12

WHITE AWG12

ORANGE AWG12

BLACK AWG12

SW1

4 3

AIR COMPRESSOR

TERMINAL BLOCK 1 IN 2 OUT

TERMINAL BLOCK 1 IN 1 OUT

TERMINAL BLOCK CHASSIS BOND

LEGEND

GREEN AWG12

BLACK AWG12

WHITE AWG12

FUSE BLOCK

NOTE 1: OWNER SUPPLIED POWER CONNECTIONS

NOTE 2: OPTIONAL BUILDING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (BMS), PLINK (PL) AND ETHERNET CONNECTIONS

COMPRESSOR MOTOR

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AD01

BLOW DOWN

DISPLAY

INTELLIGEN

PCA2

RED AWG12

BLACK AWG12

GREEN AWG12

PS1

GREEN AWG12

BLUE AWG12

BLACK AWG12

BLUE AWG12

RED AWG12

BROWN AWG12

ORANGE AWG12 BLACK AWG12

BLACK AWG12

INS-500/1000 208-240VAC SINGLE PHASE WIRING DIAGRAM

CABINET

RED AWG22

BLACK AWG22

GREEN AWG22

WHITE AWG22

GND

250VAC 20A SB

RED AWG12

208-240VAC

GND

GNDNL

INPUT

13NO

OUTPUT

-V +V

24VDC 2.5A

PWR SUPPLY

14NO

5L3

3L2

6T3

4T2

1L1

TB1

2T1

INTERIOR

BLACK AWG12

1PH, 60HZ

BROWN AWG12

5E4E

POWER

PL-G

PL-B

PL-A

BMS-C

SEE NOTE 2

BMS-NC

BYPASS

XV03

INLET AIR

XV01

N2 DSCHRG

XV02

BMS-NO

BROWN

BLUE

BROWN

BLUE

BLACK

RED

BLACK

RED

BLACK

BLK/wMARK

BLACK

RED

WHITE

FAN

PI01

XDCR

SEE NOTE 2

PL-G

PL-B

PL-A

BMS-C

BMS-NC

BMS-NO

RED AWG18

BLACK AWG18

E1E2

WHITE AWG18

BLACK AWG18

RED AWG22

SEE NOTE 1

AWG18

RED

AWG18

BLACK

CS1

BLACK AWG22

GREEN AWG22

WHITE AWG22

INTELLIGEN

BROWN AWG12

RED AWG12

ORANGE AWG12

BLACK AWG12

CONTROLLER

ETHERNET

SW1

4 3

GREY AWG18

BROWN AWG18

BLUE AWG18

YELLOW AWG18

ORANGE AWG18

WHITE AWG18

PCA1

CB1

6T3

97 98

4T2

2T1

95 96

AIR COMPRESSOR

EXTERIOR

TERMINAL BLOCK 1 IN 1 OUT

TERMINAL BLOCK 1 IN 2 OUT

BROWN AWG12

ORANGE AWG12

PSW1

LINE MOTORLINE MOTOR

GREEN AWG12

GND

SWITCH ENABLE

PRESSURE SWITCH

COMPRESSOR MOTOR

GREEN AWG12

BLACK AWG12

RED AWG12

LEGEND

TERMINAL BLOCK CHASSIS BOND

FUSE BLOCK

NOTE 1: OWNER SUPPLIED POWER CONNECTIONS

NOTE 2: OPTIONAL BUILDING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (BMS), PLINK (PL) AND ETHERNET CONNECTIONS

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5406337 REV. A

AD01

BLOW DOWN

DISPLAY

INTELLIGEN

PCA2

RED AWG12

BLUE AWG12

BLACK AWG12

GREEN AWG12

PS1

GREEN AWG12

BLUE AWG12

BLACK AWG12

RED AWG12

BLUE AWG12

ORANGE AWG12 BLACK AWG12

BLACK AWG12

INS-500/1000 208-240VAC THREE PHASE WIRING DIAGRAM

CABINET

RED AWG22

BLACK AWG22

GREEN AWG22

WHITE AWG22

250VAC 20A SB

GND

GNDNL

INPUT

24VDC 2.5A

PWR SUPPLY

13NO

5L3

3L2

1L1

TB1

INTERIOR

L2 L3

OUTPUT

14NO

RED AWG12

BLUE AWG12

208-240VAC, 3PH, 60HZ

6T3

4T2

2T1

5E4E

SEE NOTE 2

POWER

PL-G

PL-B

PL-A

BMS-C

BMS-NC

XV03

BYPASS

XV01

INLET AIR

XV02

N2 DSCHRG

SEE NOTE 2

BMS-NO

BROWN

BLUE

BROWN

BLUE

BLACK

RED

BLACK

RED

BLACK

BLK/wMARK

BLACK

RED

WHITE

FAN

PI01

XDCR

PL-G

PL-B

PL-A

BMS-C

BMS-NC

BMS-NO

RED AWG18

BLACK AWG18

E1E2

WHITE AWG18

BLACK AWG12

SEE NOTE 1

AWG18

RED

AWG18 BLACK

-V +V

BROWN AWG12

BLACK AWG18

RED AWG22

BLACK AWG22

GREEN AWG22

WHITE AWG22

INTELLIGEN

RED AWG12

BLUE AWG12

BLACK AWG12

CS1

ORANGE AWG12

SW1

CONTROLLER

ETHERNET

4 3

GREY AWG18

BROWN AWG18

BLUE AWG18

YELLOW AWG18

ORANGE AWG18

WHITE AWG18

PCA1

CB1

6T3

97 98

4T2

2T1

95 96

AIR COMPRESSOR

EXTERIOR

BROWN AWG12

LEGEND

ORANGE AWG12

PSW1

GREEN AWG12

LINE MOTORLINE MOTOR

GND

SWITCH ENABLE

PRESSURE SWITCH

COMPRESSOR MOTOR

GREEN AWG12

BLACK AWG12

BLUE AWG12

RED AWG12

TERMINAL BLOCK CHASSIS BOND

FUSE BLOCK

NOTE 1: OWNER SUPPLIED POWER CONNECTIONS

NOTE 2: OPTIONAL BUILDING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (BMS), PLINK (PL) AND ETHERNET CONNECTIONS

TERMINAL BLOCK 1 IN 1 OUT

TERMINAL BLOCK 1 IN 2 OUT

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DISPLAY

INTELLIGEN

PCA2

PS1

REDAWG18

BLACKAWG18

RED AWG12

BLUE AWG12

ORANGE AWG12 BLACK AWG12

BLACK AWG12

INS-500/1000 460-480VAC THREE PHASE WIRING DIAGRAM

CABINET

INTERIOR

RED AWG22

BLACK AWG22

GREEN AWG22

WHITE AWG22

500VAC 10A SB

RED AWG12

BLUE AWG12

BLACK AWG12

GREEN AWG12

GND

GREEN AWG12

GND

BLUE AWG12

TB5

BLACK AWG12

TB4

24VDC 5A

OUTPUT

TB3

TB2

13NO

5L3

3L2

1L1

TB1

INPUT

PWR SUPPLY

RED AWG12

BLUE AWG12

BLACK AWG12

L1 L2

460-480VAC

GREEN AWG12

BLUE AWG12

BLACK AWG12

GNDL1

RED AWG18

BLACK AWG18

14NO

6T3

4T2

2T1

3PH, 60HZ

BROWN AWG12

5406338 REV. A

AD01

BLOW DOWN

5E4E

SEE NOTE 2

POWER

AIR COMPRESSOR

PL-G

PL-B

PL-A

BMS-C

SEE NOTE 2

BMS-NC

BMS-NO

BROWN

BLUE

BROWN

BLUE

BLACK

RED

BLACK

RED

BLACK

BLK/wMARK

BLACK

RED

WHITE

PI01

XDCR

TERMINAL BLOCK 1 IN 2 OUT

LEGEND

XV03

BYPASS

FAN

TERMINAL BLOCK 1 IN 1 OUT

TERMINAL BLOCK CHASSIS BOND

XV01

INLET AIR

FUSE BLOCK

XV02

N2 DSCHRG

PL-G

PL-B

PL-A

BMS-C

BMS-NC

BMS-NO

RED AWG18

BLACK AWG18

E1E2

WHITE AWG18

SEE NOTE 1

BLACK AWG18

RED AWG22

BLACK AWG22

GREEN AWG22

WHITE AWG22

INTELLIGEN

RED AWG12

BLUE AWG12

BLACK AWG12

CS1

ORANGE AWG12

SW1

CONTROLLER

ETHERNET

4 3

GREY AWG18

BROWN AWG18

BLUE AWG18

YELLOW AWG18

ORANGE AWG18

WHITE AWG18

PCA1

CB1

6T3

97 98

4T2

2T1

95 96

EXTERIOR

BROWN AWG12

ORANGE AWG12

PSW1

GREEN AWG12

LINE MOTORLINE MOTOR

GND

SWITCH ENABLE

PRESSURE SWITCH

COMPRESSOR MOTOR

GREEN AWG12

BLACK AWG12

BLUE AWG12

RED AWG12

NOTE 1: OWNER SUPPLIED POWER CONNECTIONS

NOTE 2: OPTIONAL BUILDING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (BMS), PLINK (PL) AND ETHERNET CONNECTIONS

Menu Trees

1. Menu Tree 1

INS-500 & INS-1000 • 5403645 • REV A • 6/17

Title Screen

Model Number

Status: Mode:

N2 Tank: Leak Rate (LR):

1) System Status 2) View History 3) Maintenance 4) Purge

Menu Tree 2

Menu Tree 3

Menu Tree 4

Menu Tree 5 Menu Tree 7

5) Settings

User PWUser PW User PW

2. Menu Tree 2

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Main Menu

1) System Status Screen

Trouble Status

Error Code Description

List for only troubled

units

1) Generator Status

Compressor: Total Run Time: Average Cycle Time

Press [ENTER] for Viewable Parameters

Viewable Parameters

1) Trouble Status

2) Maintenance Status

3) Compressor Run Time

4) Membrane Run Time

Maintenance Status

Maintenance Code

Description

List for only

troubled units

Compressor or Membrane Runtime

Average On Time: Average Cycle Time:

State: ON/OFF

Total Membrane Cycles:

2) Purge Status

Device Number: N2 Level: Days Remaining:

Trouble Status

Device Number: Error Code:

Error Description:

List for only troubled units

Purge Mode: Purge Status

Press [ENTER] for Viewable Parameters

Viewable Parameters

1) Trouble Status

2) Sensor Status

Sensor Status

Device Address:

Sensor Status:

Listed for all units

3. Menu Tree 3

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Main Menu

2) View History

History

1) Generator History

2) INS-PV History

Generator

History:

Scrollable list of

all history from

N2 generator

INS-PV History:

Scrollable list of

connected

INS-PV devices

INS-PV:

Scrollable list of

all history from

INS-PV devices

4. Menu Tree 4

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Main Menu

3) Maintenance

1) Standard Nitrogen

Maintenance

Maintenance Timer:

Reset Maintenance Timer

[ENTER]

Reset Maintenance Timer

Press Enter to Clear Maintenance Alert

2) Excessive

Nitrogen Demand

Excessive Nitrogen Demand:

Clear Maintenance Alert [ENTER]

5. Menu Tree 5

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Main Menu

4) Purge

1) Start Purge

Purge Start

1) All Devices

2) Specify INS-PV

2) Cancel Purge

Cancel Purge

1) All Units

2) Specify INS-PV

Purge Settings

1) All Units

2) Specify INS-PV

3) Purge Scheduling

4) Reset Defaults

3) Settings

Settings

1) Purge Settings

2) Manual Purge

3) Refresh N2 Lvl %

Manual Purge

1) All Units

2) Specify INS-PV

Refresh N2 %

1) All Units

2) Specify INS-PV

Menu Tree 6

6. Menu Tree 6

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1) Purge Settings

Perfect Purge

System Size

1) Below 500

2) 500-1000

3) Above 1000

Set All Units

1) Perfect Purge

2) IntelliDry

3) Single Shot

IntelliDry

System Size

1) Below 500

2) 500-1000

3) Above 1000

IntelliDry 01

Dryness

1) Below 500

2) 500-1000

3) Above 1000

Pressing Enter -> Gives Warning Message

that the Device will cancel existing purge cycles on affected devices before saving

Esc -> Exit without saving parameters

parameters

Single Shot

Operation

1) 14 days open, then close

2) 21 days open, then close

3) 30 days open, then close

4) Indefinitely open

Perfect Purge

System Size

1) Below 500

2) 500-1000

3) Above 1000

Purge Settings

1) Set All Units

2) Set Individual INS-PV

3) Purge Scheduling

4) Restore Factory Default

Current Viewable Settings

N2 Lvl %: 98

Mode: Perfect Purge

System Size: 500 to 1000

Operation: N/A

Dryness: N/A

Press Enter to Edit Parameters

Set INS-PV-1

1) Perfect Purge

2) IntelliDry

3) Single Shot

IntelliDry

System Size

1) Below 500

2) 500-1000

3) Above 1000

IntelliDry 01

Dryness

1) Below 500

2) 500-1000

3) Above 1000

1) 14 days open, then close

2) 21 days open, then close

3) 30 days open, then close

Single Shot

Operation

4) Indefinitely open

Restore Factory Default

1) All Units

2) Individual INS-PV

Purge Scheduling Settings

1) Number of Allowable

Purge Valves (Only used

by Master)

Maximum number of INS-PV purging

at one time: 05

Press Enter to Edit

Parameter

7. Menu Tree 7

INS-500 & INS-1000 • 5403645 • REV A • 6/17

Network

1) View IP Settings

2) Learn Network

View IP Settings

Host Name:

MAC ID:

Subnet Mask:

IP Address:

Speed:

Default Gateway

Date/Time

1) Set Date/Time

2) Sync Date/Time

Learn Network

Searches for New Devices

on the Network

Main Menu

5) Settings

1) Network

2) Date/Time

3) Leak Rate

4) Blow Down

5) BMS Test

6) Admin.

Leak Rate Screen

Leak Rate:

Leak Rate Warning Set Point:

Press [ENTER] to Edit

Parameters

1) Set Leak Rate

Warning Set Point

2) Set Total Sprinkler System Capacity

Air Tank Blow Down

1) Change Settings

2) Test Blow Down

BMS Test

BMS Relay Test

Relay will Energize

for 30 Seconds

Admin

Set Leak Rate Warning Set Point Screen

### PSI per 24 hours

Set Total Sprinkler System Capacity

Volume: #### Gallons

Change Settings

Set Air Tank Blow

Down Limits

Test Blow Down

Activates Air Blow

Down for 2 seconds

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