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Tesco Corporation (“Tesco”) has made every effort to ensure that this document contains accurate and
current documentation for the Tesco top drive, however, the document is intended to be used in
conjunction with a complete training program and on-site supervision and Tesco does not warrant
or guarantee that the information contained herein is either complete or accurate in every respect, and
the reader hereby protects, indemnifies and holds harmless Tesco Corporation together with its
directors, officers, employees and agents from and against all liability for personal injury, death or
property damage to any person arising directly or indirectly from the use by the reader of the
information contained in the document.
Contact Information
Corporate Head Office
6204 - 6A St. S.E.
Calgary, AB T2H 2B7
Canada
www.tescocorp.com
Telephone: (403) 233-0757
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Revision Information
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1: About This Document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
List of Figures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
List of Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
You can alter the installation sequence described in this document to accommodate current rig
activity. The procedures described in this document include the following:
• perform a pre-installation assessment and equipment check
• place equipment
• install the service loop and connecting services
• install the torque arrest system
• install the counter-balance system
• install the top drive
• connect the driller's panel and safety interlocks
• perform a system inspection and commission the unit
• rig out
Table 1-1: Where to Find More Information
Ask a qualified Tesco representative to help you complete the rig measurement package. This
will help to ensure that the equipment will fit properly within your rig’s configuration.
• 380 VAC
• 50 Hz
The following figures illustrates the connection considerations to address before the top drive
system arrives on location.
Electrical Considerations
1. Determine a location for the power unit.
Note: If the rig configuration has not been finalized, select two possible locations
for the power unit. The power unit should be placed on the same side of the rig as
the standpipe.
2. Determine the distance from the 480V, 100 amp plug at the motor control centre
(MCC) to the power unit.
Note: The standard power cable length is 250 ft. (76.2 m).
3. Determine if any special equipment is required. Examples: penetration or plug
boards.
Note: This equipment is required if the power cables must pass through walls on
their way from the MCC breaker to the power unit.
4. Determine if a cableway or suitable space is available to accommodate the power
cable that starts at the MCC breaker and goes to the power unit.
Note: If adequate space is not available, determine what materials would be
required to protect the cables from the breaker to the power unit.
Fuel Considerations
1. Determine the location and type of the fuel supply.
Note: The fuel connector line should be 1 in. minimum, and it should be able to
supply enough fuel for the power unit’s maximum consumption.
• For the Caterpillar 460 hp prime mover, maximum consumption is 21 gallons
per hour (79.5 litres per hour)
• For the Detroit Diesel 475 hp prime mover, maximum consumption is 22.8
gallons per hour (86 litres per hour)
2. Determine the required length of the fuel line. Determine the route it will take
from the fuel supply to the power unit.
Note: Avoid routing the fuel line where it might become damaged or pinched.
3. Verify the quality of the fuel supply.
Note: Poor fuel quality might require special treatment. For example, fuel line
heaters might be required in areas where diesel fuel contains high levels of paraf-
fin.
4. Install fuel return lines should be installed to return circulated fuel to the tank.
Air Considerations
1. Determine if the air supply is adequate.
Note: 100 psi minimum with a 1 in. supply line
2. Verify the quality of the air supply.
Note: If you are in an area with high humidity, then a moisture trap might be
required to remove moisture from the starter’s air supply.
3. Determine the required length and route of the air supply line.
Note: Avoid routing the line where it might become damaged or pinched. If you
place the air receiver close to the power unit, this might help it start more easily.
It is important to identify any shipping damage as quickly as possible. This allows you to make
necessary repairs, order equipment replacements, and optimize system readiness.
EQUIPMENT PLACEMENT
Although the location of the power unit depends on the rig configuration, it is important that
you consider the factors discussed above when you place the equipment. If space is very lim-
ited, you can order an optional stacking kit to mount the hydraulic oil storage tank, cooler and
cable reel on top of the prime mover, pump drive, and filter manifold.
Note: If you require a stacking kit, you must specify this requirement well before the
unit is shipped.
5. Connect the auxiliary hydraulic fluid lines from the auxiliary quick-connectors to
the hose reel control.
Note: Auxiliary hydraulic power is required to spool off the service loop when
you install the hose hanging saddle.
Standpipe Hose
Power Unit:
Located on standpipe side
Although the arrangement shown here is considered optimal, placement of the cable roller sad-
dle is determined by several factors:
• mast height
• racking platform height
• length of traveling equipment (drill string, compensator, blocks, and swivel)
• saddle hanging mechanism and configuration
• available hose length (standard hose length is 225 ft.(76.2 m) unless otherwise
requested)
• power unit location
The hose saddle includes a clamp that holds the service loop cable and hoses in place at the
racking platform. The hoses and cable are clamped into the saddle at ground level, then the
saddle is hoisted into position.
Before you begin this procedure, you must calculate the length of service loop that will travel
with the top drive.
1. Ensure that the auxiliary hydraulic fluid lines are connected to the hose reel con-
trol.
Note: Hydraulic power is required to un-spool the service loop for connection to
the hose saddle.
2. Use a soft sling to bundle the end of the service loop.
3. Attach the bundled end to the cable of the floor tugger or loader.
4. Use the hose reel and tugger to lay out the length the of service loop that will
travel with the top drive.
Note: Measure the length of the service loop, starting at the hammer union
hydraulic connectors. Keep the service loop tidy, and ensure the ends of all
hydraulic hoses are as even with each other as possible.
5. When the correct length has been spooled off the reel, insert the hoses and cable in
the hose saddle capture clamp.
Table 3-1: HMIS - Cable and Hoses for 460 and 475 HP Prime Movers
Quantity Description
2 1-1/2 in. high pressure closed loop hoses (1 supply, 1 return)
1 3/4 in. auxiliary hydraulic supply hose
1 1-1/4 in. auxiliary and case drain return line
1 37 multi-conductor cable for robotic functions
6. Connect the hose saddle to the cable of the floor tugger or crane.
7. Hoist the saddle and hoses into position below the racking platform.
Note: Hoist the saddle slightly higher than its final position.
Figure 3-4: Hoisting the Hose Saddle
8. Install the hanging sling for the hose saddle at the racking platform.
Note: Attach the hanging sling to the pad eye with a shackle, or wrap it around a
suitable beam.
9. Use a shackle to attach the hose saddle to the hanging sling.
Note: The hose saddle sling must be strong enough to hold loads of more than
2,000 lbs (907.2 kg).
10. Use the floor tugger or crane to lower the saddle until the weight transfers to the
hanging sling.
The pad eye is typically placed 18 in. (45.72 cm) back from the crown cluster centre. It is eas-
iest to install the pad eye when the mast is down. Discuss installation procedures with a Tesco
representative as part of pre-installation activities.
A variety of stabilization devices are used to hold the torque arrest system in place during
operations. It is easiest to install the stabilization systems before raising the mast.
The total length of the torque track sections is 91 ft. (27.7m). Obtain additional length by
lengthening the top section hanging sling. Purchase additional torque track sections to accom-
modate larger masts.
One 1.3 ft. (.4m) deflector section (bull nose) of torque track is included.
The deflector section is always mounted at the bottom. Its tapered design assists in mounting
the torque bushing onto the torque track.
Sketch and calculate the following on paper before you connect sections of torque track.
1. Place the bottom of the deflector section 7 ft.-8 ft. (2.1m-2.4m) above the drill
floor (C).
2. Place the bottom bolted section of torque track above the deflector section.
Note: Ensure that a suitable strongback for mounting the torque beam and T-bar is
available somewhere along the length of the bolted section of torque track.
Remember that the bolted section is reversible.
3. Stack the track sections (18.5 ft., 5 ft. and 10 ft. sections) until you reach 5 ft.-15
ft. (1.5 m-4.6 m) from the pad eye.
4. Determine the length of hanging assembly required.
Note: Ensure that the length of hanging assembly is incorporated into the calcula-
tion.
5. Calculate the height of the torque bushing to ensure that it will not come off the
top end of the torque track when it is in the uppermost position.
3. Use a tugger to move the torque beam onto the drill floor and up to the lowest,
most practical strongback beam.
Note: Install the torque beam low in the mast. Attach it to a large beam anywhere
between 10 ft. and 16 ft. above the drill floor. If you install it any higher, you
might require additional stabilization below the torque beam. Tesco can supply
additional stabilization, if required.
4. Use four clamps to mount the torque beam to the selected supporting beam.
5. Slide the T-bar to the most rearward position.
6. Use the calculation method described in “How to Determine the Torque Track
Configuration” on page 15 to calculate the required torque track section configu-
ration.
Note: When the torque track is suspended, the bottom of the deflector section
should be 7 ft.-8 ft. off the floor.
7. When the torque track section rig-up is determined, set and secure the calculated
hanging sling length.
Caution: Torque sling bolt clamps to 230 ft·lbs.
Note: When you tighten the sling clamp bolts, ensure that the sling is compressed
evenly along its length. It will take several repetitions to ensure that the clamping
force is distributed evenly across all of the cable clamps.
8. Fasten the hanging sling plate to the top section of torque track.
Note: Use a soft sling to hold the sling in place so that it will be easily accessible
when the torque track is lifted to the hanging pad eye.
9. Bolt the top section of torque track to the second section of torque track.
Note: On most rigs, two full-length sections of torque track can be assembled on
the ground before being lifted to the rig floor. If the rig is very small, consult with
a Tesco representative before installation.
10. Use the rig floor tuggers to hoist the first track section up to the floor.
Note: As the first section is installed, make up additional sections on the ground.
11. Lower the first track section through the rotary table or mousehole.
12. Lower the blocks and install two handling slings on the torque track.
Note: Thread the slings through the block becket and attach them to the top track
using the handling assembly for the torque track.
Caution: Attach the top section of track such that the top portion of
track extends above the blocks. This allows the hanging assembly
to reach the pad eye without crowning out the blocks.
13. Place a ratchet strap around the top of the blocks and thread it around the torque
track.
14. Use the ratchet strap to pull the blocks and track together.
Note: This immobilizes the track section and keeps it hanging vertically as it trav-
els up the mast.
15. Hoist the blocks until they support the weight of the torque track.
16. Remove the floor tugger.
17. Hoist the blocks until the bottom of the first section is 8 ft. above the drill floor.
18. Connect the floor tugger to the second section of torque track and hoist it to the rig
floor.
19. Lower the second section of track through the rotary table or into the mousehole
until it reaches the appropriate level for connecting to the upper section (which is
currently suspended from the blocks).
Note: If the rotary table is too small to permit the torque track to pass through, use
an alternate location on the rig floor. If no alternate location exists, mate the sec-
tions above the rig floor.
20. Use chains to secure the second section in place, or place a strong bar through the
back strap of the torque track.
21. Lower the blocks and upper section of track and connect the two sections. Bolt the
sections together, ensuring a flush connection.
Note: Coat all bolts with an anti-seize compound before installation.
22. Torque the bolts to 350 ft·lbs.
23. Repeat steps 18.–22. until all sections are connected and supported by the blocks.
Note: The last section that is installed is typically composed of the reversible
bolted section, the deflector section and, if required, the two-foot track section.
24. Use a ratchet strap to secure the extend arms of the torque bushing in place.
25. Attach a tugger to the torque bushing and move the bushing onto the drill floor.
Note: Ensure that the extend frame is down.
26. Position the torque bushing over hole centre.
27. Use the blocks to lower the assembled torque track and stab it through the torque
bushing.
28. When the torque bushing is in position, pin it in place.
Note: Ensure that the top drive pin ends are at least 8 ft. above the drill floor. If the
torque bushing is too tight to move freely along the torque track, adjust the torque
bushing by adding additional shim packs. To ensure a proper fit, periodically
check the bushing during the first few days of operation.
29. After the torque bushing is installed, raise the blocks to the crown.
30. Connect the hanging assembly of the torque track to the pad eye.
31. When the hanging assembly is connected to the pad eye, lower the blocks until the
weight of the track is transferred to the pad eye.
Note: Do not remove the handling assembly yet. Use the blocks to raise and lower
the torque track while you make the fine adjustments required to connect the T-bar
to the bolted section.
32. Connect the T-bar to the bolted section of the torque track.
Caution: When you connect the bolted section of the torque track,
ensure you suspend the full weight of the torque track from the pad
eye.
Note: If the T-bar and bolted sections are not vertically aligned, then use the
blocks to hoist the track. While the track weight is suspended from the blocks,
adjust the hanging swivel as required.
33. When all T-bar fastening bolts are tight, move the T-bar to the correct position in
the T-bar seat and tighten the clamp to hold it in position.
Note: Hang the centre of the torque track vertically,18 in. back from the hole cen-
tre.
34. Tighten the lock nut on the hanging assembly.
35. Remove the handling assembly at the crown and lower the blocks.
Caution: Before you move the top drive onto the rig floor, ensure
the following is in place:
· the swivel yoke link (with an integral counter-balance) is installed
in the block becket
· the accumulators are facing the torque track
· the gauge, coupler and valve are facing the driller’s side
TOP DRIVE
6. Remove the pins on the handling frame of the top drive (three or four in total,
depending on the unit type).
7. Lift the top drive until it is clear of the handling frame.
8. Use the floor tugger to remove the handling frame from the rig floor.
9. Use the blocks to position the top drive so that it can be joined to the extend
frame.
Note: Align the ears on the top drive with the arms on the extend frame and pin
them in place.
10. Remove the pin that is holding the torque bushing in place on the torque track.
Note: The weight of the top drive and torque bushing are now suspended from the
blocks.
11. Lower the top drive to the rig floor.
12. Reposition the T-bar so the top drive sits over the hole center, and secure it in
place (if required).
13. Tighten the T-bar connection to secure it in place.
14. Locate the service loop. If the service loop has not been installed, see Figure 3-2
on page 9.
15. Connect the following hoses and cables for the service loop to the top drive:
• supply and return hoses for the closed-loop hydraulic system
• supply hose for the auxiliary hydraulic system
• return hose for the case drain and auxiliary hydraulics system
• 37C control cable, 225 ft.
16. When all service loop hoses and cable are attached, check the loop position.
• The loop should be off the floor.
• There should not be any snagging/interference.
17. Re-check all hose connections.
18. Ensure that all required valves are open.
• four at the top drive: 2 on the hoses, 2 on the top drive
• five at the hose reel: 2 on the reel, 2 on the hoses, 1 on the auxiliary line
19. When the top drive and driller's panel are connected, continue with additional set-
up procedures, or begin commissioning.
COUNTER-BALANCE SYSTEM
1. Accumulators:
N2-Nitrogen and Oil
2. Counter-balance cylinder
3. Needle Valve
4. Auxiliary system quick-
coupler
DRILLER'S PANEL
The location you select for the driller’s panel should be as follows:
• within reach of the driller
• where there is an unobstructed view of the rig floor
• in a safe position
The bottom of the driller's panel is equipped with a four-bolt mounting plate. Use this to attach
the control panel to a custom-built pedestal or existing framework. Some on-site fabrication of
a mounting site might be required.
1. Locate the position for driller's panel.
2. Fabricate a mounting location if required.
3. Drill bolt holes in the mounting location.
Note: A second mounting plate is provided to use as a template.
Caution: To avoid damaging components, avoid mounting the
driller's panel in a location that is exposed to vibration.
1. Shut off the air supply from the compressor to the drum clutch control.
Note: Use an isolator valve if necessary.
2. Disconnect the hose for the drum clutch air supply from the control valve.
3. Connect the air supply hose to an C-cord solenoid valve.
Note: If two air supply hoses are present, connect each hose to an air/electric sole-
noid valve (one for low clutch and one for high clutch).
4. Connect the air supply from the air/electric solenoid valve to the drum clutch air
control valve.
5. Connect an electric cable from the air/electric solenoid valve to the extension cord
at the driller's panel. The cord is labeled “C-Drawworks”.
Note: If two air/electric solenoid valves are required, use a splitter to establish a
connection from both valves to the driller's panel.
6. Ensure the control box for the brake handle is connected to the driller's panel.
Before you attempt to install this safety interlock, discuss equipment requirements and opera-
tional considerations with a qualified Tesco representative.
INSPECTION-GENERAL NOTES
When the installation procedures are complete, perform a visual inspection of the complete
system.
Inspection checklists for the following are included in “Appendix B: Visual Inspection
Checklists”.
• top drive
• power unit
• control cable
• cable/hose reel
• driller’s panel
WARNINGS
• Install a saver sub in the grabber on the top drive before you test for hydraulic leaks or
operate any robotics function.
• Before starting any pumps, ensure that all appropriate valves on tanks and pumps are
open.
SYSTEM START UP
After you have completed all visual inspections, begin the system start up process.This section
provides detailed instructions on how to do the following:
• power up the power unit electrical system
• power up the diesel prime mover
• test the closed-loop hydraulic system
• test the robotics functions and operations of the top drive
3. Ensure that all cables from the following items to the electrical cabinet on the
power unit are in place and correctly connected:
• motor for the fan
• motor for the auxiliary pump
• skid transformer on the power unit
4. Set the breaker labeled TRANSFORMER to ON. This will activate the power
supply.
5. Set the breaker labeled LIGHT to ON (if applicable).
6. Find the breaker labeled 120V FOR 24V POWER SUPPLY. Switch the 24V
breaker to ON.
7. Set the breaker labeled ENGINE HEATER to ON, then check the operation of the
heater.
Note: If ambient temperatures are below 32° Fahrenheit (0° Celsius), run the
engine heater for four hours before you start the prime mover.
10. Check the oil level in the hydraulic oil storage tank.
11. Ensure that any required hydraulic oil valves are in the ‘open’ position.
12. Briefly activate the auxiliary pump (use the AUX PUMP switch).
13. Listen for correct operation.
Note: If the pump does not operate properly, check for correct rotation of the
pump. Monitor the motor-to-pump coupler to confirm the direction of rotation.
14. Ensure that the lines for the auxiliary supply and case drain return are connected
to the top drive.
Note: If you connect the auxiliary supply and return lines to the top drive, you can
test the system by connecting the supply and return jumpers to the hose reel.
15. Set the auxiliary pump 3-position switch to HAND; this will turn the auxiliary
pump ON.
16. Ensure that the flow meter near the cooler is registering flow.
17. When electrical power connection has been confirmed, continue with the proce-
dure for starting the prime mover.
Prime Mover
5. Ensure that the valves on the suction line from the hydraulic oil tank to the charge
pumps are open.
6. Connect the supply and return hoses for the closed-loop system to the top drive.
Caution: Ensure that all isolation valves are open.
7. Use the KILL/E.S.D. (Emergency Shut Down) button at the driller’s panel to test
the operation of the rig savers.
Caution: After you test the rig savers, reset them to the fully open
position.
Caterpillar Engines
1. Engage the air starter for one short burst (approximately three seconds).
Note: Do this to ensure that the unit will turn over easily.
2. Hold the manual shut-off knob in the RUN position.
Note: The knob is located on the left side of the engine above the air starter.
3. Engage the air starter until the fuel charge pressure gage indicates that pressure is
present.
4. With the shut-off knob in the RUN position, press the air starter and hold it until
the engine starts.
Note: If the engine does not start in ten seconds, release the air starter and try
again. If, after three attempts, the engine does not start, refer to the Maintenance
Guide and the Troubleshooting Guide for your unit.
5. When the lights extinguish, press the air starter and hold it until the engine starts.
Note: If the engine does not start in ten seconds, release the air starter and try
again. If, after three attempts, the engine does not start, refer to the Maintenance
Guide and the Troubleshooting Guide for your unit.
When the rig-out procedures are complete, store all equipment in shipping containers. For
more information on long term storage, please consult the Maintenance Guide for your unit
type.
1. Connect the tugger to the torque bushing and extend frame. Take the weight of the
load with the tugger.
Note: The bushing will be pinned near the bottom of the torque track.
2. Remove the pin and carefully lower the torque bushing off the bottom of the
torque track and onto the rig floor.
3. Use the tugger to move the bushing out the V-door.
4. Run two torque track handling slings through the becket of the blocks.
5. Attach the pick-up pin of the torque track to the slings.
6. Raise the blocks to the crown.
7. Connect the torque track to the blocks by placing the pick-up pin of the torque
track through the hole in the torque track. Then, attach the slings to both sides of
the pick-up pin.
8. With the slings and pick-up pin in position, hoist the blocks to transfer the weight
of the torque track from the torque track hanging assembly to the block slings.
9. Unbolt the T-bar from the torque track.
10. Loosen the T-bar clamp.
11. Slide the T-bar to its most rearward position.
Note: This prevents the T-bar from obstructing the torque track during
disassembly.
12. Re-tighten two bolts on the T-bar clamp.
13. Disconnect the hanging assembly from the pad eye in the crown.
14. Use the blocks to lower the torque track through the rotary table until the first
flanged connection is at working height.
15. Use a 4-3/4 ton shackle through the stabilizer attachment bar (on the back of the
torque track) to attach the rig tugger to the bottom section of track. This will hold
it in place while it is unbolted.
Caution: If a wellhead is not installed, ensure that the casing bowl is
covered to prevent objects from falling into the hole.
16. Hoist the remaining track (suspended from the blocks) 10-15 ft. above the rig
floor.
17. Use the rig tugger (already attached) to lift the bottom section of track out of the
rotary table and off the rig floor.
18. Repeat steps 14-17 for each section of torque track.
19. Remove the handling slings from the blocks and hoist the blocks clear of the rig
floor.
20. Connect the tugger line to the T-bar/torque anchor beam.
21. Loosen and remove the anchor beam clamps.
22. Use the tugger to lower the T-bar/torque anchor beam and move it off the rig floor.
11. Disconnect the control cable from the driller’s panel and spool it onto a separate
reel.
12. Disconnect the second control cable from the driller’s panel. This control cable
comes from the power unit.
13. Remove the interlocks from the mud pumps and drawworks (if applicable), and
disconnect the interlock cables from the driller’s panel.
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 2-1: Power, Air and Fuel Connections - Option 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Figure 2-2: Power, Air and Fuel Connections - Option 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Figure 3-1: HMIS Optimal Equipment Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Figure 3-2: HMIS Hose Saddle Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Figure 3-3: HMIS Hose Saddle Capture Clamp Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Figure 3-4: Hoisting the Hose Saddle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Figure 3-5: Positioning the Hose Saddle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Figure 3-6: Torque Arrest System Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Figure 3-7: F-Clamp and Turnbuckle Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Figure 3-8: Counter-Balance System Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Figure 3-9: HMIS Counter-Balance Cushion Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Figure 3-10: Drawworks Override Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Figure 5-1: Service Loop Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
LIST OF TABLES
Table 1-1: Where to Find More Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Table 3-1: HMIS - Cable and Hoses for 460 and 475 HP Prime Movers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Table B-1: Maximum Safe Working Loads (Pounds) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1
Table B-2: Rope Diameter Efficiencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-2
Table C-1: Hand Signals for Boom Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1
INDEX
B P
blocks, 20 power
connection requirements, 3
C power module
counter balance system placement during rig up, 7
installation, 21 power unit
placement procedure, 8
pre-installation
D inspection, 6
damage main power connection requirements, 3
pre-installation inspection, 6 measurement, 3
driller’s panel
installation, 23
R
rig out, 33
E rig up
equipment equipment spotting, 7
hose saddle, 8
inspecting, 6
inspecting for damage, 6 S
placement during rig up, 7 safety air interlocks
placement of power unit, 8 installation, 24
spotting, 7 saver sub, 27
service loop, 33
calculate length, 9
H installation, 9
hose reel, 27 removing, 35
hose saddle
installation, 9
optimal placement, 8 T
placement factors, 9 top drive installation, 20
torque arrest system
before you install, 13
I components, 14
inspecting equipment determine the configuration, 14
pre-installation, 6 installation, 13
inspection removing, 33
general notes, 27 torque track, 16
installation torque bushing, 20
hose hanging saddle, 9 torque track
pre-installation measurement, 3 mounting, 16
rig measurement, 3
service loop, 9
top drive, 20 W
warnings
before start up, 27
M
measurement
rig, 3
mechanical module
placement during rig up, 7
mud pump interlock, 25
Safety Factor = 5
Rope Single Single Single 2-leg Bridle Hitch and Single Basket
Diameter Vertical Choker Basket Hitch with legs included
Hitch Hitch Hitch
(vertical
legs)
If you use a choker hitch, multiply the previous table values by 3/4.
If you use a double basket hitch, multiply the previous table values by 2.
Designate one signalman before operation begins. The boom operator accepts signals only
from the designated signalman.
Raise Load
Lower Load
Raise Boom
Lower Boom
Swing
Extend arm. Use forefinger to indicate direction of
swing.
Stop
Extend forearm and hand in horizontal position.
Make a slicing motion.
Dog Everything
Emergency Stop
Move Carriage In