Manual - Potter Electric Signal Company, LLC
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1. 126 59mm 9 97in 20in 40in 283 31mm 5 16mm 10 16mm LL 3 25in i IOLES FOR MOUNTING 82 55mm 4 PLCS 95in 24 11mm j Oo dco o9 OPOWER Dx one fas Gail 16510mm O f a Sd I KEY LOCK j el f l ell gl fol el fe 1 4 7 ENTER 3 91in 99 32mm 6 10in 154 94mm Bottom View A 1 67in o Y 4242mm r1 4 97in 126 25mm 875 ELECTRICAL KNOCKOUTS 63in FOR 1 2 CONDUIT CONNECTION 15 88mm 2 PLCS 25 Manusi NS B POTTER 55 5 The Symbol of Protection 13 Purge Modes Functions and Definitions Purge Modes IntelliDry IntelliDry is a selectable Purge Mode for the INS PV This mode is used for applications were freezing or ice plugs are a concern It allows the user to select a level of dryness for the sprinkler system Low Medium or High In this mode the INS PV will initially operate in the same manner as the Perfect Purge mode When the INS PV has obtained consecutive 98 N level readings for a period of time the unit will then enter a cyclic purge process to further remove trapped moisture in the fire protec tion system In the cyclic purge process the INS PV will periodically purge by opening the va2. EN a eed j j Slave l I a INS PV 27 Slave __ NOTE Regardless of the number of INS PV units installed on the sprinkler system the final unit on the network of INS PV units must be addressed as number 27 This means that even if there are only two units installed the second unit must be addressed as INS PV 27 19 The Symbol of Protection Mianusici SEV B POTTER 55 5 7 DIP switch Address Configuration for INS RAs Example Name x SION Location Configuration 20 The Symbol of Protection Mianusi NS EV B POTTER 55 5 9 Programming Using INS RA To program the INS PV using the INS RA follow the Programming Tree Figure 25 Programming Tree MAIN MENU 2 View History 3 Start Purge System Status Password Device Address Required N Level Days Remaining Purge Mode 2 Select Status INS PV Device 1 All Devices 17 Scrollable list 2 of all events in first in first out logging system 1 System Status 4 Cancel Purge Password Required 1 All Devices Password Required 2 Individual INS PV pecify Device by using arrow keys Viewable Parameters 1 Trouble Status 2 Sensor Status Trouble Status Sensor Status Device Address Device Address Error Code Status Error Description For all units Only troubled units 1 Learn Network 2 Purge Settings 3 Manual Purge 4 Refresh N 5 Clear Hi
3. The nitrogen level will also update on the INS RA under the system status This gives a higher degree of resolution 1 10 of a percent When the INS PV nitrogen sensor reads greater than 98 N level for multiple consecutive readings the INS PV will close the solenoid valves and stop purging After the INS PV unit has stopped purging the unit will continue to take nitrogen purity samples from the fire sprinkler system This is to ensure that the entire fire sprinkler system has equilibrated to 98 N level throughout the piping When the INS PV unit has confirmed that the fire sprinkler system is greater than 98 N level the purge process will be considered successful and the INS PV valve will remain closed The INS RA will display the Purging Status under System Status Menu If the system has successfully purged the INS RA display will indicate Success and the Days Remaining will indicate zero At the INS PV the yellow Purge LED indicator will turn solid and the Purge Time display will go blank 12 Manane P POTTER 55 5 The Symbol of Protection 7 Start Up Guide Multiple INS PVs With INS RA NOTES All INS PV units when connected to an INS RA maintain their purge mode all INS PV DIP switches are factory set to perfect purge mode for a system volume of 500 gallons or less For additional purge configurations see Programming Guide starting on page 17 Wiring of all the INS PV units for Power to the INS RA and for BM
4. 10 Manus NEU B POTTER 55 5 The Symbol of Protection 6 Start Up Guide for One INS PV With INS RA NOTES 10 11 12 All INS PV units when connected to an INS RA maintain their purge mode all INS PV DIP switches are factory set to perfect purge mode for system volume less that 500 gallons For additional purge configurations see Programming Guide starting on page 17 Wiring of the INS PV unit for Power to the INS RA and BMS notification should be done before starting the purge process See Wiring Diagram on page 29 For additional functionality such as setting date and time viewing history etc see page 26 Before applying power to the INS PV open the INS Figure 8 PV door and observe the DIP switches located on the printed circuit board On the S2 switch move DIP switch 8 to the ON position as seen in Figure 8 If the INS PV unit is installed at an elevation higher than 3 000 FT above sea level please review the Programming Guide for Elevation Settings on page 18 After confirming the DIP switches are configured correctly close the INS PV door Apply power to the INS PV unit The Power LED indicator should display a solid green LED If not the INS PV is not powered ON Check wiring of INS PV unit If the INS PV is powered on for the first time there will be a 5 minute delay while the nitrogen sensor is calibrating If the trouble LED indicator turns solid red and Er then 01 blinks on the Pur
5. Display POTTER intellipurge S1 S2 START REFRESH Power LED PURGE N2 LEVEL S1 Toggle Switch En Purge LED Trouble LED S2 Toggle Switch TROUBLE CANCEL MANUAL PURGE PURGE L OPERATING INSTRUCTION delay on initial powe senso PURGE TIME AR f tom roa DAYS REMAINING Purge Time Display Purge Exhaust Port See Definitions on page 27 for further information Manual INS PV 3 Before Going To The Jobsite l P POTTER sexe The Symbol of Protection On arrival do a full inspection by checking all packages and crates in the shipment for damage If damage is found sign for the damage or refuse the shipment Contact the carrier immediately and file a shipping damage claim with the carrier Check to ensure all components are contained and no visible damage has occurred during shipping Check List INS PV vent L MFG 1119478 MFG 1119478 Optional Transformer PV 5 MFG 5270462 Optional INS RA MFG 1119476 Optional Transformer RA L MFG 5270463 Important Read all of the safety information in this manual before installing or operating this equipment 3 Find a location to install the INS PV that meets these requirements Access to front and top for maintenance Conveniently located near power requirements 24 Volt AC DC Dimensions for INS PV 7 3 x 6 8 x 7 9 H x W x D Dry clean and well ventilated Ambient temperatures between 4 F 20 C
6. Reserved Reserved Dryness Level for IntelliDry Perfect Purge IntelliDry gle Shot Unused Unused Unused Reserved o B o FR Systems that are 1000 gallons or greater 5 un Wn ON gg Fe FR eg 5 FR o o Es SW 8 8000 ft to 12000 ft 5 For local device DIP switches 4 5 6 7 and 8 on the S2 Switch are in the OFF position Local INS PV Manual INS PV ITITER CORROSION SOLUTIONS The Symbol of Protection B PO 6 DIP switch Address Configuration for Networked INS PVs ee ON Example 4 6 6 7 8 Name DIP swatch Location a NS PV 1 EUR INS PV 2 Slave INS PV 3 Slave INS PV 4 Slave INS PV 5 Slave INS PV 6 Slave pru D m INS PV 7 TTI Seve tf NS PV 8 Sma mmnm mmm NS PV 9 a ENEN sive ennn mm EE es USA NS PV 10 EN E NU E DD INS PV 11 E oj J Care _ _ NS PV 12 SS Es Sma i i mt _ _ L NS PV 13 mM Sma _ n NS PV 14 a a nn ED p cs LLL I CN __ Name DICH Location Ram ae NS PV 15 Tue LLL INS PV 16 Slave INS PV 17 Slave INS PV 18 Slave INS PV 19 Slave INS PV 20 Slave INS PV 21 Slave INS PV 22 Slave INS PV 23 Slave INS PV 24 Slave ft j d m La EEUU ne INS PV 25 Slave ae Se es m e INS PV 26 EN
7. and 122 F 50 C The INS PV should always be installed in an adequately ventilated room Nitrogen is nontoxic and largely inert Rapid release of nitrogen gas into an enclosed space displaces the oxygen and can cause an asphyxiation hazard Inhalation of nitrogen in excessive concentrations can result in unconsciousness without any warning symptoms Find a location to install the INS RA that meets these requirements Conveniently located near power requirements 24 Volt DC INS RA conveniently located for system monitoring Dimensions for INS RA 7 8 x 10 x 1 7 Hx W x D Ambient temperatures between 32 F 0 C and 120 F 49 C All wire connections must be made with 14 22 AWG stranded wire NOTE Solid core wire is not recommended Run a 24 Volt AC DC wire to installation location for INS PV and run a 24 Volt DC wire to location for INS RA NOTE Class 2 Transformers available for 120 V application Wire gage must be considered when running power for long distances to the INS PV Refer to Figure 3 Maximum wire length for network is 6500 ft Maximum number of INS PV devices on network is 27 Maximum number of INS RA devices on network is 4 The Symbol of Protection Manus iN B POTTER 55 5 4 Installation of INS PV 1 Read and understand the instructions provided before proceeding with installation The INS PV shall be installed Figure 4 in accordance with local ordinances and the applicable NFPA 13 NFPA
8. 13D or NFPA 13R standard 2 The Engineer of Record should select the INS PV installation location This is usually located at the end point of the system be sure that location is accessible and is near 24 Volt AC DC wiring connection 3 The unit must be level and arranged in such a manner that water will not become trapped Trapped water could cause the INS PV not to purge 4 Install vent to 1 2 NPT connection off sprinkler system See Figure 4 Vent must be installed in level horizontal position Figure 5 5 Install INS PV to vent using union and position for easy access See Figure 5 Figure 6 6 After installation close ball valve prior to hydrostatic tests See Figure 6 Mianusi NE B POTTER 55 5 The Symbol of Protection 5 Start Up Guide for Non Networked INS PV NOTES 10 11 12 13 14 AILINS PV units are factory set in Perfect Purge mode for sprinkler systems with a volume less than 500 gallons For additional purge configurations see Programming Guide starting on page 17 Wiring of the INS PV unit for both Power and BMS notification should be done before starting the purge process See Wiring Diagram on page 29 Before applying power to the INS PV open the INS Figure 7 PV door and observe the DIP switches located on the printed circuit board On the S2 Switch verify the DIP switches 4 5 6 7 and 8 are in th
9. Enter the passcode 0000 The INS RA will then display a screen with the options Figure 12 of 1 All Devices or 2 Specify Devices Seen in Figure 12 Since there is only one INS PV connected to the INS RA either All Devices or Specify Device options will work For start up with additional INS PVs see Start up Guide for Multiple INS PVs and INS RA on page 13 Select either option and press ENTER The INS RA will display devices found Press ENTER to start purge cycle The INS PV is now purging Return to the Main Menu by pressing ESC Select option 1 System Status on the main menu The System Status should populate Device N Level Figure 13 Days Remaining Purge Mode Purge Status as seen in Figure 13 ss HA CENTER amters Meru N Level will display the last recorded measurement If the N Lvl indicates the INS PV has not completed its initial measurement Readings take 5 minutes to complete Refresh the screen by pressing ESC and then reselecting 1 System Status Concurrently at the INS PV unit the yellow Purge LED indicator will begin to blink The Purge Time display will display days remaining and the N Level display will begin to blink indicating that it is taking an initial nitrogen level reading The INS PV unit takes a nitrogen level reading every two hours This is indicated by the N Level display blinking on the INS PV unit and subsequently displaying the nitrogen level purity in the sprinkler system
10. INS PV Potter IntelliPurge Nitrogen Purge Valve amp INS RA Remote Annunciator Installation Operation amp Service Manual PO ERR ISSRROSION ERISSRR NS TT Symbol of Protection Potter Electric Signal Company LLC St Louis MO Customer Service 866 240 1870 Technical Support 866 956 1211 Fax 314 595 6999 www pottersignal com corrosion Manual 5401532 Rev A Manusi iS B POTTER 55 5 The Symbol of Protection Table of Contents SEI A dca bo iei LEET EIER RED E VY L FE EROR E ieae i UD PEDE BOUE O OE O RE OIE 4 Syst m OV ELVICW Pee 5 Before Gone to the Jo Site eeeieerxdd riens kai vk dabis ec hon GE epk niit rV E cives ex ire P RO PS 7 Installation Of INS PY 8 Start Up Guide for Non Networked INS PY seccsisisssscessssenecsessstsccussseeacnsonncsvesseyscsusssvensoiedssesenstederusenansentaesaes 9 Start Up Guide for One INS PV with INS RA e ssssssoesssessseessoossoossosssssessseessoossoosssosssoesssesssosesosssosssssesssese 11 Start Up Guide for Multiple INS PVs with INS RA ccccsccscssssscssscccsccccscccccncccessccsescccsescessescessesceees 13 Programming Usine DIP Switches sissacsssseacesessssssessesesssesssassonsssasesssobasenesesssnosdsscensssenssnesnssenesioaasarserseanssaesees 17 Programme Using INS BRA Wee 21 Error Codes amp Tr
11. S notification should be done before starting the purge process See Wiring Diagram on page 29 When connecting multiple INS PVs in a networked configuration each INS PV unit must have a defined address Each network can handle up to 27 INS PV units and 4 INS RA units Networked INS PV units work on a master and slave type addressing system One and only one INS PV can be defined as the Master INS PV All other INS PV units must be addressed as different units using DIP switches on the printed circuit board If you have more than one INS PV on the same address communication problems will occur The first INS PV device in the network must be programmed as INS PV 1 The final INS PV device in the network must be programmed as INS PV 27 This device should only have wiring from the previous device and no outgoing wiring from PLink 2 For additional functionality such as setting date and time viewing history etc see page 26 Before powering ON any of the INS PV units each unit must be assigned a specific unique address Open the door of the first INS PV unit in the network This will be the INS PV unit wired to the INS RA Before applying power to the INS PV open the INS Figure 14 PV door and observe the DIP switches located on the gt printed circuit board On the S2 switch move DIP switch 8 to the ON position as seen in Figure 14 If the INS PV unit is installed at an elevation higher than 3 000 FT above sea level please review
12. TER The Master INS PV will begin searching for all INS PV units on the PLink or INS network The INS RA will display 1 PLink Found and 2 PLink Figure 20 Removed See Figure 20 Select 1 PLink Found and scroll through the list of new INS PV units found by moving up and down on the directional pad Check to ensure all INS PV units on the DIP switch Address Configuration Table page 19 match up with all new INS PV units added to the network Select 2 PLink Removed If there is a missing unfound or removed INS PV unit return to the location of the unfound INS PV unit and recheck S2 switch DIP switch addresses Press ESC Press 1 to accept changes Press ENTER to confirm changes INS RA and INS PV will reset The INS RA will re initialize to the Title Menu Press ENTER Select 3 Start Purge and enter pass code 0000 The INS RA will then display a screen with the options of Figure 21 1 All Devices or 2 Specify Device See Figure 21 To purge all INS PV units connected to the network select All Devices option and press ENTER To purge individual fire sprinkler systems select Specify Device When Specify Device is selected select which INS PV unit to purge by scrolling through the list of INS PV units by pressing up or down on the directional pad The INS RA will display a confirm screen The INS Pu PV units selected are now purging See Figure 22 Purse Cwole Started Return to the Main Menu by pressing ESC 15 M
13. The purge process may need to be repeated Ensure the Nitrogen Generator is in Nitrogen Generating Mode This can be checked by using a portable nitrogen analyzer The N level leaving the membrane should be 98 or greater Note the nitrogen generator needs to be running for accurate nitrogen reading Call technical support if nitrogen leaving membrane is not 98 or greater The INS PV measured nitrogen level below 98 LowN nieas red after Check to ensure that ball valve between INS PV and sprinkler system is open Single Shot purge cycle Ensure the Nitrogen Generator is in Nitrogen Generating Mode This can be checked by using a portable completed successfully nitrogen analyzer The N level leaving the membrane should be 98 or greater Note the nitrogen generator needs to be running for accurate nitrogen reading Call technical support if nitrogen leaving membrane is not 98 or greater 22 Menane P POTTER 55 5 The Symbol of Protection Check the N level at the INS PV or INS RA If the N level is below 82 Check to ensure that ball valve is open to INS PV unit If ball valve is closed INS PV cannot sense the nitrogen in the system Open ball valve and press Refresh N on the INS PV Ensure the Nitrogen Generator is in Nitrogen Generating Mode This can be checked by using a portable nitrogen analyzer The N level leaving the membrane should be 98 or greater Note the nitrogen Low N measured upon genera
14. V In this mode the INS PV will continuously purge the oxygenated air out of the fire sprinkler system for a defined number of days The defined number of days will be displayed on the Purge Time display When the Purge Time expires to 0 the INS PV will close and take a N level reading If the nitrogen sensor reads 98 or greater the unit will indicate a successful purge and the yellow Purge LED will remain solid If the nitrogen sensor reads below 98 the INS PV will indicate a trouble condition and the red Trouble LED indicator will go solid This indicates the fire sprinkler system did not reach 98 in the allotted amount of time Functions Cancel Purge When the INS PV is in a purge process the Cancel Purge switch will cancel the command and close the INS PV purge valve The yellow Purge LED indicator will turn off When the INS PV unit is networked to an INS RA the local Cancel Purge switch will be disabled In order to cancel the purge process the Cancel Purge must be selected at the INS RA Clear History The Clear History function on the INS RA allows the user to clear any history from the memory Learn Network The Learn Network function is used to detect new INS PV units connected to the network as well as INS PV units removed from the network On initial set up of a network it is necessary to Learn Network for the INS RA to detect INS PV units added Manual Purge This switch allows the user to manually open the solenoid v
15. alves in the INS PV for a duration of 2 minutes Once two minutes has expired the INS PV unit closes the solenoid valves This is mainly used for troubleshooting the unit or getting a secondary reading using a portable nitrogen analyzer 26 Manus EV B POTTER 55 9 The Symbol of Protection Purge Scheduling Purge scheduling is a purge option that allows the user to define how many INS PV units are allowed to purge be open at one time By using the INS RA the user can select the number of INS PVs in the network that can be in a purge pro cess Once the initial INS PV units have cycled through the purge process the next maximum allowable INS PV units remaining begin to operate This continues until all INS PV units have completed the purge process Using this feature it is possible to purge many INS PV units without overstressing the compressor It is important to note that the INS PV units keep their defined purge mode IntelliDry Perfect Purge or Single Shot Refresh N Level This switch allows the user to manually take a nitrogen reading of the fire sprinkler system The N Level Display will start blinking After 5 minutes the current N level will be displayed on the INS PV unit If the INS PV unit is connected to an INS RA this can also be selected under the Settings Menu Refresh N The INS PV gives the user the ability to refresh all INS PV units or individual INS PV units Start Purge The Start Purge switch starts th
16. anual INS PV POTTER SOLUTIONS e The Symbol of Protection 41 Select option 1 System Status on the Main Menu 42 The System Status should populate Device N Level Figure 23 Days Remaining Purge Mode Purge Status as seen in Figure 23 43 N Level will display the last recorded measurement If the N Lvl indicates the INS PV has not completed its initial measurement Readings take 5 minutes to complete Refresh the screen by pressing ESC and then reselecting 1 System Status 44 Scroll through the INS PV units by using the up and down arrows on the directional pad of INS RA All INS PV units on the network should be displayed in system status 45 The INS PV units that were selected to purge will continue purging until their nitrogen sensors read greater than 98 N Level for multiple consecutive readings Those INS PVs will then stop purging NOTE Purging times vary depending on system size and configuration When multiple INS PV units are networked in Perfect Purge mode individual systems could reach 98 N Level at different times This is normal 46 After the INS PV unit has stopped purging the unit will continue to take nitrogen purity samples from the fire sprinkler system This is to ensure that the entire fire sprinkler system has equilibrated to 98 N Level throughout the piping 47 When the INS PV unit has confirmed that the fire sprinkler system is greater than 98 N level the purge process will be
17. ault setting e Single Shot In this mode a Purge Time is selected and the valve automatically shuts off after that time expires IntelliDry This mode is designed for freezers or ice plug applications After the system reaches 98 purity it will cyclically open and close This allows any excess trapped moisture to be periodically purged while still lowering the duty cycle at the compressor For additional information on Purge Modes see page 26 In the event of a system activation the INS PV has a built in high pressure water shut off valve that automatically closes when the water reaches the vent A ball valve allows for isolation of the assembly maintenance of strainer screen replacement of air vent or maintenance of the purge orifice See Figure 1 for INS PV System Diagram Figure 1 INS PV System Diagram rr 20 1 2 INTELLIPURGE ORIFICE UNION PIPE FROM SPRINKLER SYSTEM a 7 1 8 VENT i 3 INS PV OG 71 4 1 2 NPT TEE CONNECTION AND CLOSED NIPPLE a 1 SUPPLIED BY SPRINKLER CONTRACTOR UNION POSITION VENT ORIFICE INS PV APPROPRIATELY PURGE BALL VALVE SHOWN IN NORMALLY CLOSED NON PURGE POSITION INSPECTORS TEST VALVE The Symbol of Protection Mianusidi NS B POTTER 55 5 Figure 2 Typical INS PV External View Slotted Cam Latch N Level
18. connected to at least one INS RA It has the capability of communicating with slave INS PVs and INS RAs Networked Device A networked device is any master or slave INS PV Addresses 1 27 can be networked devices N Level Display The N Level display indicates the current nitrogen purity in the fire sprinkler system Every two hours the INS PV unit takes a nitrogen sample from the fire sprinkler system When the INS PV units takes a sample the N Level Dis play will blink indicating the nitrogen sensor is taking a reading The reading takes 5 minutes As the system purges the N level should rise The target N Level for fire sprinkler systems is 98 or greater Power LED The Power LED indicator is a green LED that indicates if the INS PV has power If the green LED indicator is solid green the unit is powered on If the LED indicator is off the unit is not powered Purge Exhaust Port The port at which the supervisory gas in the sprinkler system escapes This is also the port where a por table nitrogen analyzer can take a reading of the gas leaving the sprinkler system Purge LED The Purge LED indicator displays if the INS PV unit is not purging in a purge process or has successfully com pleted a purge process If the LED indicator is not on the INS PV unit is not in a purge process If the LED indicator is blink ing the INS PV unit is in a purge process When the LED indicator is solid the INS PV unit has successful
19. considered successful and the INS PV valve will remain closed 48 The INS RA will display the Purge Status under System Status Menu If the system has successfully purged it will indicate Success and the remaining Days will go blank 49 At the INS PV the yellow Purge LED indicator will turn solid and the Purge Time display will go blank After all INS PV units have completed the purging process the systems are now protected 16 ManusiciNS EV B POTTER 55 5 The Symbol of Protection 8 Programming Using DIP switches 1 DIP switches are located at the bottom left corner of the circuit board when the cabinet is open See Figure 24 Figure 24 On u uae 3 259 2 53 47 Me te tee e 2 DIP switches 1 and 2 on the SI Switch will control the Mode of the INS PV 17 The Symbol of Protection Manus iN B POTTER 55 5 3 DIP switches 3 4 5 and 6 on the S1 Switch will control the way in which the INS PV behaves within the parameters of the selected mode Purge Cycle Settings Perfect Purge IntelliDry Single Shot 500 gallos systems and smaller 500 gallon systems and Purge for 14 days then turn off smaller indefinitely Systems ranging from 500 Purge for 21 days then turn off Systems ranging from 500 to 1000 gallons to 1000 gallons indefinitely Systems that are 1000 Purge for 30 days then turn off gallons or greater indefinitely
20. continue to retest Check the DIP switch configuration to ensure the elevation setting is correct for your elevation Check to ensure the sensor cable is plugged in correctly See Graphic epe Subsequent N Sensor Test Failed Oo o PSV GND IN IN 02 SENSOR Check to ensure the INS PV is not currently connected to a fire sprinkler system that is already above ambient conditions Isolate the INS PV unit using the ball valve Wait 2 hours and return to see if error code has cleared Contact Potter technical support if error code remains Check the N level at the INS PV or INS RA If the N level is below 82 Check to ensure that ball valve is open to the INS PV unit If ball valve is closed the INS PV cannot sense the nitrogen in the system Open the ball valve and press Refresh N on the INS PV Ensure the Nitrogen Generator is in Nitrogen Generating Mode This can be checked by using a portable nitrogen analyzer The N level leaving the membrane should be 98 or greater Low N measured Upon Note The nitrogen generator needs to be running for accurate nitrogen reading Call technical support if nitrogen completion of Single Shot leaving membrane is not 98 or greater l purge cycle If the N level is above 90 Check the DIP switch configuration for the sprinkler system Ensure the correct size sprinkler system setting was selected for unit See Programming Guide for configuration
21. crews located at the top and bottom of the Cover Figure 16 19 Confirm that the INS RA DIP switches are configured with 1 and 2 in the OFF position and 3 4 and 5 in the ON position See Figure 16 20 Apply power to the INS RA NOTE Once the INS RA is powered ON and connected to an INS PV the INS RA maintains the purge mode established by the DIP switches on the INS PV 2 The INS RA should display the Title Screen See Figure 17 Figure 17 NOTE If Trouble No Communication is displayed INS PV and INS RA are not wired correctly See Troubleshooting Guide on page 22 Fress ENTER For Hain Menu 22 Press ENTER on the INS RA keypad 23 There will be 5 menu options displayed on the INS Figure 18 RA 1 System Status 2 View History 3 Start Purge 4 Cancel Purge and 5 Settings See Figure 18 14 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 3l 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 Manus EV B POTTER 55 5 The Symbol of Protection Select Settings by either selecting it using the number on the keypad 5 or moving the cursor to the number 5 using the directional pad and pressing enter on the INS RA The INS RA will prompt you with a password Enter the password 0000 The INS RA Menu will display 1 Learn Network 2 Figure 19 Purge Settings 3 Manual Purge 4 Refresh N 96 5 Clear History 6 Set Date Time See Figure 19 Settinss Select Learn Network and press EN
22. d INS PV cannot sense the nitrogen in the system Open ball valve and press Refresh N2 on the INS PV Ensure the Nitrogen Generator is in Nitrogen Generating Mode This can be checked by using a portable nitrogen analyzer The N2 level leaving the membrane should be 98 or greater Note the nitrogen Low N measured upon generator needs to be running for accurate nitrogen reading Call technical support if nitrogen leaving completion of initial Perfect membrane is not 98 or greater Purge purge cycle Ifthe N level is above 90 Check the DIP switch configuration for the sprinkler system Ensure the correct size sprinkler system setting was selected for unit See Programming Guide for configuration The purge process may need to be repeated Ensure the Nitrogen Generator is in Nitrogen Generating Mode This can be checked by using a portable nitrogen analyzer The N level leaving the membrane should be 98 or greater Note the nitrogen generator needs to be running for accurate nitrogen reading Call technical support if nitrogen leaving membrane is not 98 or greater The INS PV measured nitrogen level below 98 Low N measured ein Check to ensure that ball valve between INS PV and sprinkler system is open initial Perfect Purge purge Ensure the Nitrogen Generator is in Nitrogen Generating Mode This can be checked by using a portable cycle completed nitrogen analyzer The N level leaving the membrane should be 98 or greater N
23. d the location of the INS PV on the DIP switch Address Configuration Table on page 19 After confirming that the DIP switches are configured correctly close the INS PV door 12 Apply power to the INS PV unit The Power LED indicator should display a solid green LED If not the INS PV is not powered ON Check wiring of INS PV unit 13 If the INS PV is powered on for the first time there will be a 5 minute delay when the nitrogen sensor is calibrating During this time the Start Purge Button can be pressed and the device will appear to start a purge cycle but it will not cause the device to begin purging until after calibration If the trouble LED indicator blinks red and Er then 01 blinks on the Purge Time display there was an error during calibration Go to Troubleshooting Guide on page 22 14 After a successful calibration the INS PV unit is ready for operation 15 Repeat steps 9 to 14 making sure to change each address until all INS PV units have been uniquely addressed 16 Record each INS PV unit its address and its location on the DIP switch Address Configuration Table on page 19 This will help locate which unit is signaling a trouble in the case of a fault 17 Double check to ensure that none of the INS PV units have the same address This will cause communication errors NOTE Your last INS PV unit must be addressed as INS PV 27 18 Goto the INS RA unit and open the door Detach the front panel by removing the two s
24. damage to equipment or property Important Notice to Users The Installation and Owner s Manual supplied with each unit must be read thoroughly and completely understood before installation and operation of the Potter 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 fittings 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 specified 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 qualified and approved by Potter Electric Signal Company LLC 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 elect
25. e OFF position as seen in Figure 7 If the INS PV unit is installed at an elevation higher than 3 000 FT above sea level please review the Programming Guide on page 18 for Elevation Settings After confirming the DIP switches are configured correctly close the INS PV door Apply power to the INS PV unit The Power LED indicator should display a solid green LED If not the INS PV is not powered ON Check wiring of INS PV unit If the INS PV is powered on for the first time there will be a 5 minute delay when the nitrogen sensor is calibrating During this time the Start Purge Button can be pressed and the device will appear to start a purge cycle but it will not cause the device to begin purging until after calibration If the trouble LED indicator blinks red and Er then 01 blinks on the Purge Time display there was an error during calibration Go to Troubleshooting Guide on page 22 After a successful calibration the INS PV unit is ready for operation To start the purging process toggle the S1 switch into the Start Purge mode Once the purge process has started the yellow Purge LED indicator will begin blinking 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 The N Level display will blink indicating that it is taking an initial nitrogen level reading After five minutes the N Level display should read ambie
26. e purge process for the INS PV The yellow Purge LED indicator on the INS PV will begin blinking indicating the purge process has started It is important to note that when the Start Purge switch is toggled the INS PV unit will begin purging based on the selected DIP switch configuration If the INS PV is networked to an INS RA the local Start Purge switch will be disabled In order to begin the purge process Start Purge must be activated at the INS RA View History The View History function on the INS RA allows the user to scroll through a list of events for the INS PV units that are networked together Such events include troubles nitrogen level readings purge process starts and cancels as well as other events Set Date amp Time The Set Date and Time function should be set up when putting the INS RA into operation This allows the events seen in View History to have a date stamp available for the user Definitions Error Code The Error code is the number used to identify the trouble indication On the INS PV this will be displayed on the Purge Time display It will first blink an Er and then display the number For Error Code number identification see Page 22 If an INS RA is connected the Error code will have an identification description as well Local Device A local device is an INS PV that has an address of 0 and is a stand alone non networked device Master INS PV The master INS PV always has Address 1 and must be
27. ge Time display there was an error during calibration Go to Troubleshooting Guide on page 22 After a successful calibration the INS PV unit is ready for operation Go to the INS RA unit and open the door Detach the front panel by removing the two screws located at the top and bottom of the cover Confirm that the INS RA DIP switches are configured Figure 9 with 1 and 2 in the OFF position and 3 4 and 5 in the ON position See Figure 9 Apply power to the INS RA NOTE Once the INS RA is powered ON and connected to an INS PV the INS RA maintains the purge mode established by the DIP switches on the INS PV Wait for the INS RA to display the Title Screen See Figure 10 Figure 10 NOTE If Trouble No Communication is displayed INS PV and INS RA are not wired correctly See Troubleshooting Guide on page 22 Fress CENTER For Hain Meru Press ENTER on the INS RA keypad Figure 11 There will be 5 menu options displayed on the INS RA 1 System Status 2 View History 3 Start Purge 4 Cancel Purge and 5 Settings See Figure 11 11 Mianusi NS EV B POTTER 55 5 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 2 28 29 The Symbol of Protection Select Start Purge by either selecting it using the number on the keypad 3 or moving the cursor to the number 3 using the directional pad and pressing ENTER on the INS RA The INS RA will prompt you with a passcode
28. he 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 30
29. in 372 21mm 6 85in PURGE ORIFICE SLOTTED CAM LATCH 173 95mm UL LISTED PURGE VALVE FOR FIRE SPRINKLER BRANCH LINE APPLICATIONS D ag UNION POSITION VENT ORIFICE APPROPRIATELY 1 15in fee 29 08mm 1 4 BARBED HOSE CONNECTION EXHAUST CONDENSATION OUTLET 1 2 Y TYPE 40 MESH STRAINER 6 88in 4 2 BALL VALVE 174 70mm SYSTEM ISOLATION VALVE FOR INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE Side View Back View 875in 22 23mm 7 86in ELECTRICAL KNOCKOUTS 199 64mm FOR 1 2 CONDUIT CONNECTION La er 3PLCS 26 92mm 2 57in I i 65 21mm 1 57in l EM 39 81mm 7 45in 7 98in 189 17mm 202 58mm 9 83in 249 59mm 11 82in 300 34mm 1 33in H 33 84mm E 2 18in 55 38mm 4 80in 3 43in 121 922mm 87 13mm 7 36in 186 94mm 7 24 CORROSION Manua spy POTTER stv The Symbol of Protection 12 INS RA Technical Specifications and Drawings INS RA Specifications Power Requirements 24 Volt DC 25 mA Operating Temperature 32 F 120 F 0 C 49 C 10 93 86 F 30 C non condensing humidity Maximum INS RAs Networked 4 Size WxHxD 10 x 7 875 x 1 625 Wire Gauge 14 AWG 22 AWG Figure 27 INS RA Dimensions Front View Back View 4 98in
30. lve for a set number of days This set ON time will be displayed on the Purge Time display When the ON time has expired to 0 days remaining the INS PV will close A new timer will start and be displayed on the Purge Time display blinking a D and then the number of days OFF When the number of OFF days expires to zero the INS PV unit will begin purging again This continues indefinitely Note the yellow Purge LED indicator will blink continuously in this purge mode Perfect Purge Perfect Purge is a selectable Purge Mode for the INS PV In this mode the INS PV will continuously purge oxy genated air out of the fire sprinkler system until the nitrogen sensor reads 98 N and holds this purity for a defined period This mode is set by selecting the size of the largest sprinkler system in gallons the nitrogen generator is protecting It is important to note that the unit does not stop purging after the first successful 98 N level reading The INS PV must read multiple readings before establishing a successful purge When the unit has established a successful purge the yellow Purge LED indicator will stop blinking and remain solid During the Perfect Purge mode a preset amount of days will display on the Purge Time display this is the Fault Timer for the Perfect Purge process If the unit takes longer than the preset maximum allowable days the unit will indicate Er 07 error Single Shot Single Shot is a selectable Purge Mode for the INS P
31. ly completed a purge 27 Manual INS PV POTTER SOLUTIONS e The Symbol of Protection process Purge Mode The Purge Mode is defined as the way in which the INS PV operates the purge cycle There are three defined Purge Modes for the INS PV Perfect Purge IntelliDry and Single Shot Purge Process The active state of the INS PV unit removing the oxygenated air in the fire sprinkler system and replacing it with high purity nitrogen from the nitrogen generator Purge Time Days Remaining Display The Purge Time display indicates the number of days left in the particular purge pro cess of the INS PV The Purge Time display counts down indicating the days left until an action is taken Based on the different Purge Modes the Purge Time display can indicate different actions The Purge Time display also indicates the Error Code if the trouble LED indicator is blinking The Purge Time display will blink Er then the Error Code number For Error Code number identification see page 22 Sensor Status The Sensor Status is used to indicate the status of the N sensor in the INS PV Slave INS PV Slave INS PVs are Addresses 2 27 and receive commands from the master INS PV S1 Toggle Switch The S1 Toggle is located on the front of the INS PV unit It allows the users to select Start Purge or Cancel Purge S2 Toggle Switch The S2 Toggle is located on the front of the INS PV unit It allows the users to select Refresh N Level
32. nt nitrogen levels between 78 81 The INS PV is now purging The oxygenated air 1s escaping out of the Purge Exhaust Port The INS PV unit will take a nitrogen level reading every two hours This will be indicated by the N Level display blinking the last reading and subsequently displaying the nitrogen level purity in the sprinkler system When the INS PV reads greater than 98 N level for multiple consecutive readings the INS PV will close the solenoid valves and stop purging After the INS PV unit has closed the solenoid valves and stopped purging the unit will continue to take nitrogen purity samples from the fire sprinkler system This is to ensure that the entire fire sprinkler system has equilibrated to 98 throughout the piping The Symbol of Protection Mianusi NS EV B POTTER 55 5 15 When the INS PV unit has confirmed that the fire sprinkler system is greater than 98 N level the purge process will be considered successful and the INS PV valve will remain closed 16 The yellow Purge LED indicator will turn solid The Purge Time display will go blank 18 The INS PV will continue to monitor the nitrogen purity level of the fire sprinkler system If the N level drops below 98 for any one reading the INS PV will go into trouble illuminate the red Trouble LED indicator and blink Er 08 Error Code on the Purge Time display For troubleshooting and Error Code definitions see Troubleshooting Guide on page 22
33. or Manual Purge Trouble LED The Trouble LED indicator displays if the INS PV is in a trouble condition When the trouble LED indicator is not on the unit is not in a trouble condition When the red LED indicator is blinking the INS PV is in a trouble condition When the unit is in a trouble condition the error code will be displayed on the Purge Time Display blinking between Er and the number indicating the error code For a list of error codes see Page 22 Trouble Status The Trouble Status indicates the trouble code of the INS PV unit 28 CORROSION 14 Wiring Diagram Normally Closed for Remote BMS Monitoring Master INS PV Terminal Block T ro KD He e KICI To Al Next e Device o a o lt gt N INS RA 24V DC 29 P POTTER se 15 Warranty GENERAL PROVISIONS amp 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 Any product which has been repaired or altered in such a way in the Companies judgment as to affect the product adversely Any product which has in the Companies judgment been subjected to negligence accident improper storage improper installation or application Any product
34. 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 officer 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 t
35. ote the nitrogen generator needs to be running for accurate nitrogen reading Call technical support if nitrogen leaving membrane is not 98 or greater This error indicates the unit has measured a nitrogen level below 98 while not being in or having completed a Low N measured before a successful purge cycle and the fire sprinkler system is not at 9896 Nitrogen purge cycle has been started Start a purge process by pressing the Start Purge switch on the INS PV or by using the INS RA Device Fault Check for short circuits on wires connected to connectors E2 and E3 on the Printed Circuit Board The INS PV Master is not communicating to one or more of it s slave devices 11 Communication Error e View System Status look for missing INS PV devices Once identified verify that device has power and the communication lines are connected appropriately 23 ManusidiNS EV B POTTER 55 5 The Symbol of Protection 11 INS PV Technical Specifications and Drawings INS PV Specifications Power Requirements 24 Volt AC DC 1 5 A Operating Temperature Range 4 F 122 F 20 C 50 C 1096 9395 86 F 30 C non condensing humidity Operating Pressure Maximum air pressure entering INS PV must not exceed 100 PSI Maximum INS PVs Networked 27 Maximum Wire Length Network 6500 ft Size WxHxD 7 3 x 6 8 x 7 9 Wire Gauge 14 AWG 22AWG Figure 26 INS PV Dimensions Front View 14 65
36. ouble IDA 22 INS PV Technical Specifications amp Drawings xsasescccwssesnssodsnsssseneeseacsssvonssvennssiavunwsbinvoseaninvdurasatateranaivsenssanents 24 INS RA Technical Specifications amp Drawings sesssesssecssooesoosssosssoesssoessosesosssoossssessseessoosssosssossssesssesssossso 25 Purge Modes Functions amd Definitions aeos iori near Pe bou a PESE E ENeEp MPa ku PES YN REDO KE ME UUPEF ERR EFE RE EDI ERR VO FFH EE Pret OR d USE 26 higgr ucm T 29 borigr uinduggiegter E n 30 Manual INS PV POTTER SOLUTIONS e The Symbol of Protection 1 Safety 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 1f 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 Notice indicates important information that if not followed may cause
37. rically isolated before carrying out any of the scheduled maintenance instructions specified in this manual The warnings in this manual cover the most known potential hazards but by definition cannot be all inclusive If the user employs an operating procedure item of equipment or a method of working that is not specifically recommended by Potter Electric Signal Company the user must ensure that the equipment will not be damaged or become hazardous to persons or property ManusidiNS EV B POTTER 55 5 The Symbol of Protection 2 System Overview The Potter IntelliPurge Nitrogen Purge Valve INS PV is designed to work with Potter Nitrogen Generators Systems to effectively purge corrosive oxygen from a fire sprinkler system while maintaining adequate system pressure Potter s IntelliPurge Nitrogen Purge Valve is the easiest way to ensure high purity nitrogen is equally distributed throughout the fire sprinkler system Simply install the INS PV at the end of the sprinkler system near a 24 Volt AC DC electrical connection When the nitrogen generator is in operation the INS PV bleeds out the oxygen using one of three modes that are selectable using DIP switch configuration or by selecting the mode on the optional INS RA Remote Annunciator The three Purge Modes for the INS PV include e Perfect Purge When the INS PV is in Perfect Purge Mode the unit purges the air out of the system until 98 N purity is reached This mode is the unit s def
38. story 6 Set Date amp Time Searching for new INS PV devices amp INS RA devices to Device l Device add them to the network Device Select Purge Mode Maximum number of INS PVs that can Change date and time on all INS PV devices Device 3 Purge Schedule 4 Reset Defaults 1 All Devices 2 Specify purge at one time To view updated N Level wait System Size 5 minutes and return to Main Menu then select System Status Select Purge Mode System Size 21 Manus SEV B POTTER 55 5 The Symbol of Protection 10 Error Codes amp Troubleshooting Corrective Actions If the initial N Sensor Test fails the unit will continue to retest Wait for 10 minutes Press the Start Purge button again to clear the error code If the Er 1 comes back on the display within ten seconds check the DIP switch configuration to ensure the elevation setting is correct for your sea level RED BLK BLK PNK Check to ensure the sensor cable is plugged in correctly See Graphic Initial N Sensor Test Failed IG ole qi GOO r5V GND IN IN 02 SENSOR Check to ensure the INS PV is not currently connected to a fire sprinkler system that is already above ambient conditions Isolate the INS PV unit using the ball valve Wait 2 hours and return to press the Start Purge button Contact Potter technical support if error code returns If the N Sensor Test fails the unit will
39. the Programming Guide for Elevation Settings on page 18 Record the location of the INS PV on the DIP switch Address Configuration Table on page 19 After confirming that the DIP switches are configured correctly close the INS PV door Apply power to the INS PV unit The Power LED indicator should display a solid green LED If not the INS PV is not powered ON Check wiring of INS PV unit If the INS PV is powered on for the first time there will be a 5 minute delay when the nitrogen sensor is calibrating During this time the Start Purge Button can be pressed and the device will appear to start a purge cycle but it will not cause the device to begin purging until after calibration If the trouble LED indicator blinks red and Er then 01 blinks on the Purge Time display there was an error during calibration Go to Troubleshooting Guide on page 22 After a successful calibration the INS PV unit is ready for operation Go to the next INS PV unit in the network Open the INS PV door 13 Mianusi NS EV B POTTER 55 5 The Symbol of Protection 9 Before applying power to the INS PV open the INS Figure 15 PV door and observe the DIP switches located on the printed circuit board On the S2 switch move DIP switch 7 to the ON position as seen in Figure 15 10 If the INS PV unit is installed at an elevation higher than 3 000 FT above sea level please review the Programming Guide for Elevation Setting on page 18 11 Recor
40. tor needs to be running for accurate nitrogen reading Call technical support if nitrogen leaving completion of initial membrane is not 98 or greater IntelliDry purge cycle Ifthe N level is above 90 Check the DIP switch configuration for the sprinkler system Ensure the correct size sprinkler system setting was selected for unit See Programming Guide for configuration The purge process may need to be repeated Ensure the Nitrogen Generator is in Nitrogen Generating Mode This can be checked by using a portable nitrogen analyzer The N level leaving the membrane should be 98 or greater Note the nitrogen generator needs to be running for accurate nitrogen reading Call technical support if nitrogen leaving membrane is not 98 or greater The INS PV measured nitrogen level below 98 Low N measured after Check to ensure that ball valve between INS PV and sprinkler system is open initial IntelliDry purge cycle Ensure the Nitrogen Generator is in Nitrogen Generating Mode This can be checked by using a portable completed successfully nitrogen analyzer The N level leaving the membrane should be 98 or greater Note the nitrogen generator needs to be running for accurate nitrogen reading Call technical support if nitrogen leaving membrane is not 98 or greater Check the N level at the INS PV or INS RA If the N level is below 82 Check to ensure that ball valve is open to INS PV unit If ball valve is close
41. which has not been operated or maintained in accordance with the recommendations of the Company Components or accessories manufactured warranted and serviced by others UA eG B a 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 amp 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
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