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Ection Aintenance and Ervice: Revision 05.03
Ection Aintenance and Ervice: Revision 05.03
TOP DRIVE
DRILLING SYSTEM
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Subsection 4D: General Maintenance
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Canrig Top Drive Drilling System
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Canrig Top Drive Drilling System
Maintenance Checklist
Week beginning: ________________________
MAINTENANCE FUNCTION FREQ PERFORMED BY
MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN
GREASE WASHPIPE PACKING A 12 HRS
GREASE UPPER SEAL RING (IF EQUIPPED) B 12 HRS
GREASE MUD SAVER VALVE (IF APPLICABLE) E 12 HRS
GREASE LWCV ACTUATOR (IF APPLICABLE) AA Note 1
GREASE LINK TILT CYLINDER BUSHINGS C DAILY
CHECK INDICATOR ON HYDRAULIC FILTER * M DAILY
CHECK INDICATOR ON LUBE OIL FILTER * N DAILY
CHECK OIL LEVEL ON TOP DRIVE GEARBOX W DAILY
CHECK TOP DRIVE FOR LOOSE OR LEAKING X DAILY
HYDRAULIC FITTINGS OR COMPONENTS
EXAMINE TOP DRIVE FOR LOOSE BOLTS, ETC. Z DAILY
CHECK FLUID LEVEL IN BRAKE ACTUATOR(S) DAILY
GREASE LINK SUPPORT D WEEKLY DAY: M TU W TH F SA SU BY:
GREASE BUW MAIN TUBES G WEEKLY DAY: M TU W TH F SA SU BY:
GREASE BUW GRIPPER CYLINDER H WEEKLY DAY: M TU W TH F SA SU BY:
GREASE BUW GRIPPER HYD. SWIVEL FITTINGS WEEKLY DAY: M TU W TH F SA SU BY:
GREASE ROTARY MANIFOLD LIFT SPRINGS WEEKLY DAY: M TU W TH F SA SU BY:
(MODEL 6027E ONLY)
GREASE HANDLER LOCK J WEEKLY DAY: M TU W TH F SA SU BY:
CHECK & CLEAN LUBE SUCTION Y-STRAINER T WEEKLY DAY: M TU W TH F SA SU BY:
CHECK GEARCASE BREATHER V WEEKLY DAY: M TU W TH F SA SU BY:
EXAMINE BRAKE PADS FOR WEAR Y WEEKLY DAY: M TU W TH F SA SU BY:
GREASE LUBE OIL PUMP F MNTHLY DATE DUE: BY:
CHECK OIL LEVEL IN HANDLER ROTATE P MNTHLY DATE DUE: BY:
GEARBOX
CHECK OIL LEVEL IN TORQUE BOOST Q MNTHLY DATE DUE: BY:
GEARBOX
INSPECT BRUSHES ON DC MOTOR K MNTHLY DATE DUE: BY:
CHECK & CLEAN SPARK ARRESTOR SCREENS L MNTHLY DATE DUE: BY:
CHANGE OIL IN TOP DRIVE GEARBOX U 2 MTHS DATE DUE: BY:
CHANGE OIL IN HANDLER ROTATE GEARBOX R 6 MTHS DATE DUE: BY:
CHANGE OIL IN TOQUE BOOST GEARBOX S 6 MTHS DATE DUE: BY:
This checklist is intended to be a guide ONLY. Please refer to Subsection 4A of this manual for more detailed
instructions and specifications.
NOTE: This checklist is coded to the alphabetical labels found on the
Service and Maintenance Location Drawings.
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Subsection 4A: Maintenance
Gear Oil
*Comparable products are available in the USA from the Exxon Corporation.
Canrig Top Drives are designed to be used with ISO Industrial EP (Extreme Pressure)
Gear Oils. Oils meeting AGMA specifications and grades shown in the above chart could
be used in the Canrig Top Drive. See Lube and Maintenance for further information.
Check bypass indicators daily. If indicator shows RED, change the filter element.
Hydraulic element should be changed every 6 months. Lube element should be changed
at every oil change.
Use multi-purpose lithium complex grease complying with N.L.G.I. classification No.1 or
No.2 at the following:
B Upper Seal Ring (If not equipped 3 Every 12 hours 3 pumps per fitting
with self lubricating seal system)
Refer to Service and Maintenance Location Drawings in the Section for locations of the
grease fittings.
Oil should be changed at planned intervals of 60 days or 1000 drilling hours or less. Oil
should never be permitted to become visibly contaminated with mud or water, which will
cause rapid bearing failure. If there is any doubt about the oil quality, it should be changed
even though the change interval has not expired. Refer to Gearcase Capacity Chart for oil
quantities.
* NOTE: This optimum oil level is approximately to the bottom of the gearcase ‘snout’
as viewed in the sight tube. The oil level should not be high enough to
submerge the gears in the cluster assembly ‘snout’.
When operating a Canrig Top Drive unit in humid climates or when using corrosive drilling
fluids (for example: high brine content) visually check the lubrication oil on a weekly basis
for water contamination. Samples should also be taken for a visual examination.
The gearcase can be drained by removing the drain plug in the bottom of the gearcase.
Magnetic plugs are located on the bottom of the gearcase and in the Y-strainer to catch
small metallic wear particles. An appreciable accumulation of such particles can be a clue
to incipient bearing failure.
Light grease or grease mixed with oil can occasionally be applied to the Torque Guide rails
to improve sliding performance.
The brake fluid reservoir should be visually checked on a daily basis. A sudden drop in oil
level may indicate worn components. Be sure to use only mineral-based oil in the brake
system (i.e. hydraulic oil). Also refer to the Top Drive Disc Brake inspection procedure in
Subsection 4B of this Manual.
Oil should be changed for the first time after 500 working hours. Subsequent changes
should be done after every 2000 to 4000 hours or after 6 months.
Oil should be changed for the first time after 500 working hours. Subsequent changes
should be done after every 2000 to 4000 hours or after 6 months.
Viscosity Equivalents
Figure 4.4
Canrig All-Season Gear Oil is a synthetic-based multipurpose, extreme pressure, API GL-5
gear lubricant. It is compounded to meet the severe lubrication requirements of equipment.
It may also be used anywhere the manufacturer specifies API GL-5 gear oil. Canrig All-
Season Oil provides outstanding service over a wide temperature range and has excellent
durability at elevated temperatures. It meets the requirements of API GL-5 and MT-1, as
well as MIL-PRF-2105E and MIL-L-2105D.
Description
Canrig All-Season Gear Oil is formulated with synthetic polyalphaolefin (PAO) base oils
and selected additives that provide extreme pressure properties, oxidation resistance, rust
and corrosion protection, and foam resistance. The synthetic base oils have excellent
thermal stability at elevated temperatures and outstanding low temperature properties.
These features provide for extended drain service and superior year-round performance
exceeding that of conventional hypoid gear lubricants.
Canrig All-Season Gear Oil provides excellent performance in transmissions operating
under varying conditions of speed, load, temperature, and torque. It is inhibited to minimize
deposits and viscosity increase due to oxidation at high temperatures. It protects metal
parts against rust and corrosion and is non-corrosive to steel or bronze under normal
operating conditions. A foam inhibitor prevents excessive foam buildup that can interfere
with proper lubrication.
Typical Applications
● Conventional and limited-slip differentials in passenger cars, light trucks, and heavy-
duty trucks.
● Differentials, final drives, and transfer cases of heavy equipment.
● Conventional manual transmissions for which the manufacturer specifies an API GL-
5 gear oil.
● Hypoid gear sets.
● All parts normally lubricated by automotive gear oil, such as manual steering gears,
universal joints, and rear wheel bearings.
● Industrial reduction gears where extreme pressure gear oils are specified.
Outstanding Features
Note: For optimum performance, the mineral oil lubricant should be drained
before using Canrig All-Season Gear Oil. Mixing products may reduce
the effectiveness and advantages normally gained by using Canrig All-
Season Gear Oil.
Stacking
Enough beams should be provided to give normal support to the Top Drive/Torque Guide
and TDSU and be high enough to avoid having accumulated or run off water reach the
equipment. A drained location is preferable so that water will not remain under the
equipment and cause abnormal dampness.
Cleaning
Mud, adhering dirt, and other foreign matter of a type that will hold moisture should be
removed. If cleaning is done with steam or with mineral spirits, care should be taken to
avoid washing lubricating oil or grease from unpainted surfaces unless it is to be replaced
or a preservative compound applied. If, in cleaning, the lubricant is removed from close
fitting elements, they should be rotated after new lubricant or a preservative has been
applied so that it will work into the fits. Apply touch-up paint to all areas where paint has
been removed. Loose paint and rust should be wire brushed away, the surface cleaned
and the paint (primer) applied to a dry surface.
Sealing Openings
In general all openings that allow moisture to enter an area and be trapped should be
sealed. Adhesive waterproof tape is convenient to use and effective. (Use Kendall No. 231
or equivalent. Do not use duct tape; it will only seal for a short length of time). It should be
applied over a cleaned surface. Small openings can be covered by tape alone, or by tape
and a plastic sheet, unsupported. Large openings may require support such as plywood cut
to opening size, covered by plastic and/or tape.
The most troublesome problem encountered during storage is rust and corrosion. Humid
conditions associated with a top-drive system sitting idle can create considerable
maintenance problems.
Space heaters are provided in the traction motor. Space heaters should be on at all times,
if practical. They offer the best method of stopping rust in electrical equipment and metal
parts that cannot be coated.
A film of lubricant can best protect gearing and other rotating components. The film can be
maintained by manually coating the parts and by periodic operation. All gears and drives
ride on roller or ball bearings that need regular greasing to drive out moisture and keep the
rollers and races grease coated. Condensation in the gearboxes will need to be drained
periodically.
Finally, operation (or rotating) of the equipment for a short time helps to distribute oil and
grease and re-coat all gearing for improved rust protection.
All the above are covered in further detail. These measures are neither expensive nor time
consuming and offer the best method of preventing problems during and after a re-start.
Please contact Canrig Drilling Technology Ltd. if you have any questions or need further
information.
WARNING: Cleaning solvents may be toxic and/or flammable. They can cause
serious or fatal injury if used without proper precautions. For safety:
General
1. For long term storage, use oil with strong adhesion properties (Esso Sebis K – 68 or
equivalent).
2. Fill to ½ inch below the top of the gearcase sight glass with the proper oil, and run for 10
to 15 min before laying down the Top Drive.
3. If stored outside, rotate every month; if inside every three months.
1. After the top drive is rigged down, completely fill (through their breather ports) both
gearboxes with gear oil containing a rust inhibitor additive.
Link Support
1. Bleed the pressure off while the top drive is still standing so the link support will settle to
its lowest possible point.
2. Coat the upper section of the outer sleeve with rust inhibitor.
1. Preferably store the top drive with the handler in the unlocked position.
Pins
Junction Boxes
1. Ensure that the door and strain reliefs are secured tightly.
2. Seal any other openings to provide a watertight enclosure.
3. Add moisture-absorbing pads inside each junction box.
Local Blower
1. Cover blower intake and outlet (where it mates to the drilling motor) as well as all drain
holes with plastic and a wide adhesive waterproof tape.
Quill
2. The tool joint should be cleaned, re-doped, and thread protector installed.
Indoor storage of the drilling motor is preferred. A dry ambient temperature of 60ºF is ideal
if possible. In a high humidity environment an ambient of 70ºF is recommended. Every
attempt should be made to avoid widely varying temperatures and high humidity.
The drilling motor is equipped with an AC space heater (120VAC, 210W). These heaters
should be energized to keep the internal machine temperature above ambient temperature,
preventing condensation and sweating.
All exposed machined steel parts and surfaces should be examined for rust. Rust should
be removed using fine abrasive paper. Methanol should be used to remove all residues.
Extreme care should be taken not to damage critical machined surfaces such as the
tapered shaft surface while removing rust. The surfaces should be coated with a rust
inhibitor.
Brushes should be removed from their holders and clamped under the spring clips to
prevent corrosion of the commutator surface as a result of moisture absorption by the
carbon.
Do not completely seal the motor, but cover major vent areas including the blower inlet
opening with waterproof tape. Leave enough opening so the machine can breathe – i.e.,
moist air is not trapped. The intention is to prevent entrance of water, dust, small animals,
but not to seal airtight. We do not recommend use of silica gel or dehydrating agents.
Since the lubricant drains from the top half of bearings during storage, this area is subject
to corrosion. The shaft should be rotated periodically to redistribute a protective film. If
stored inside, rotate every three months. If outside, every month. Before placing the
machine back into service after prolonged storage (1 year or more), bearings should be
inspected and repacked with new grease meeting the recommended GE lubrication
specification.
The machine should be meggered when placed into storage and periodically while in
storage (3-month intervals). Keep a record of the megger readings as a rapid decrease in
insulation resistance indicates the machine condition is deteriorating and the storage
conditions inadequate.
General
1. The Torque Guide should be washed and racked in a level position, properly supported
with timbers high enough to avoid having accumulated or run off water reach the
cylinders and cables. Ensure that it is protected from adverse conditions, e.g. salt water
spray, sand, shot blast operations, etc.
2. Visually inspect all around the exterior of the torque guide. Apply touch up paint to all
areas where the paint has worn off. Any places that show signs of rust forming should
be cleaned, painted or have a rust inhibitor applied. Recoat with rust inhibiting oil when
necessary.
Pins
Tensioning Cables
1. Unpin the tensioning cables from the cylinders and spray the thimbles with rust inhibitor.
2. Ensure that the cables are not kinked, pinched or under tension in any way.
Tensioning Cylinders
1. Retract the tensioning cylinders fully. Coat cylinder rod eye with rust inhibitor.
Harpoon
Junction Boxes
1. Ensure that all doors and strain reliefs are secured tightly, and holes left from the
grasshopper leads (444 cables) are sealed.
2. Add moisture-absorbing pads inside each junction box.
1. Cables should be free and clear of pinch points and kinks. All plugs should be tightly
assembled and capped.
2. Any damaged or worn areas of the electric service loop should be repaired or covered
to prevent water from entering through the outer skin.
Remote Blower
1. Cover both the intake and discharge ducts, as well as all drain holes.
Crown Hanger
1. Coat all pins, bolts, and exposed metal areas with rust inhibitor.
Rails
Building
1. Wash and store the building in a level position on timbers high enough to avoid having
accumulated or run off water reach the floor of the skid and potentially enter the SCR
room and/or parts storage area. Apply touch-up paint as required. The building should
be protected from adverse conditions, e.g. salt water spray, sand, shot blast operations,
etc. Ensure that all hydraulic and air quick-couplers, electrical plugs and receptacles are
capped and securely covered.
SCR/CIP Panels
Air Conditioners
1. Cover the intake side to prevent dust and debris from clogging the fins.
Grasshopper
1. Wrap all lugged leads. Ensure that all plugs capped tightly.
Hydraulic System
1. Remove the breather from the HPU tank and replace it with a 1.5 in NPT plug.
2. Remove the drain plug from the catch tray to prevent water buildup.
1. Before laying down the Top Drive, break off the lower well control valve and drill pipe kit
if installed.
2. Thoroughly clean and re-grease the lower well control valve actuator and all manual
control valves. Cycle the valves a few times to work the grease into them.
3. Thoroughly clean all tool joints. Re-dope and install thread protectors.
4. Remove the tool joint clamps, grease the bolts, and reassemble them.
5. Relocate the Top Drive control panel to the SCR room for safe storage. Clean-out any
foreign debris inside the panel and put bags of desiccant inside the panel to help absorb
moisture.
6. All spare parts subject to corrosion and/or damage should be wrapped for protection.
Use a corrosion inhibitor paper for rust sensitive parts.
7. Thoroughly clean and apply touch-up paint as required to wireline sheave assembly,
floor stabilizer, and all other components. When possible store inside the TDSU
building.
Diesel Engine
1. Clean the outside of the engine and cover with good quality paint.
2. Remove any dirt from the air cleaner; check all seals and gaskets.
3. Put lubricant on all joints shown in the lubrication chart of the Caterpillar Engine
Operations and Maintenance Guide.
4. If the cooling system is protected with clean, ethylene glycol antifreeze, make sure that
it has a 50/50 mixture of ethylene glycol antifreeze and water. Be sure to completely fill
the radiator up to the radiator cap with coolant mixture. Do not leave an air space.
If the stored engine will never be subjected to below-freezing temperatures, completely
drain the fresh water system; remove the drain plugs from the engine block, oil cooler,
heat exchanger body and radiator, if so equipped. If freezing temperatures are
possible, follow procedures given in item 4 above.
5. Oil filter elements do not need to be changed. If the lube oil has been used 50 hours or
less, leave it in the sump and add VCI-10 at the rate of 3 to 4% by volume. If the lube
oil has been used more than 50 hours, change it and add VCI-10 oil at the rate of 3 to
4%.
NOTE: If the engine crankcase is full, drain enough lubricant to add the
mixture.
6. Remove the air filter elements. Turn the engine at cranking speed with throttle control
in fuel OFF position, and use a sprayer to add a mixture of 50% VCI-10 oil and 50%
engine oil into the air intake or turbocharger inlet. Re-install the air filter elements.
Completely enclose the elements with dark plastic bags and seal them with tape.
Replace the air filter covers. Put tape over all openings to seal VCL vapors in the
engine.
7. Use a sprayer to put a mixture of 50% VCI-10 oil and 50% engine oil into the exhaust
openings. Minimum application rate is 5.5 ml per liter (3 oz. Per 1000 cubic inches) of
engine displacement. Seal exhaust pipe, including any drain holes in the muffler.
8. Remove the fuel from the secondary fuel filter housing or empty and re-install the fuel
filter element to remove any dirt and water. Drain the fuel injection pump (sleeve
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metering only). Clean the primary fuel filter; fill with calibration oil or kerosene and
operate the primary pump. This will get clean oil to the secondary fuel filter and any
water or dirt from the inside of the fuel tank. Use a spray of 30 ml (1 oz.) of VCI-10 oil
per each 30 L (7.50 gal) of tank capacity to prevent rust in the fuel tank. Add 15 ml (per
liter of fuel) of commercial biocide (biobor JF) to the fuel. Seal all openings to the tank
to prevent evaporation of the fuel and preservative.
9. Remove the fuel nozzles and put 30 ml (1 oz.) of 50% VCI-10 oil and 50% engine oil in
each cylinder. Install fuel nozzles or spark plugs and tighten all fittings to the correct
torque. Use a bar (or turning tool) to run the engine over slowly to put the oil on the
cylinder walls.
10. Spray a thin amount of 50% VCI-10 oil and 50% engine oil on the flywheel, ring gear
teeth and starter pinion. Install the covers to keep in the VCI-10 vapors.
11. Put a heavy amount of multipurpose grease on all outside parts that move, such as rod
threads, ball joints, linkage, etc.
Note: Install all covers and make sure that tape has been installed over all
openings, air intake, exhaust openings, flywheel housing, crankcase
breathers, dipstick tubes, etc. Make sure all covers are air tight and
weatherproof.
12. Under most conditions, it is best to remove the batteries and use them in another
application, or put them in storage where they can be checked and electrically charged
again when needed. If the batteries are not removed, wash the tops of the batteries
until they are clean. Disconnect the battery terminals. Secure the cover over the
batteries.
13. Loosen all fan, alternator belts, etc.
14. Attach a tag to the engine with a notation of the date that the unit was preserved.
If the engine shows signs of corrosion at the check intervals repeat the protection
procedure. It is not necessary to remove the preservative oil mixture before operating the
engine. If a compartment under protection of VDL vapors is opened put more VCL mixture
in to make up for the vapor loss.
Generators
To remove moisture caused by high humidity or dampness, use one of the following
methods to dry the generator.
• Put the generator in an oven at a temperature of not more than 185ºF (85ºC) for four
hours.
Note: If an oven is used for drying, use a forced air-type rather than a radiant-
type. Radiant ovens can cause localized overheating.
• Space heaters of the type used in the Top Drive drilling motor can be installed in the
generator. These heaters heat the windings to remove moisture and should be
connected at all times in high humidity conditions.
• Use a canvas enclosure around the generator and heating lamps to increase the
ambient temperature. Make an opening in the top of the canvas to release the
moisture.
• Send a low voltage current through the windings to increase the temperature of the
windings to 85ºF.
Top Drive
1. Drain stacking oil from gearbox and fill to normal operating level with Canrig specified
gear oil. Run Top Drive for 10–15 min, drain and refill to normal operating level.
2. Drain and fill the torque boost and handler rotate gear boxes to appropriate level with
Canrig specified gear oil.
3. Uncover intake and drain holes on local or remote blower. Test run in the down position
to blow out any dust and debris before commencing with drilling activities.
4. Check all terminal blocks in junction boxes for tightness.
Drilling Motor
1. Blow dust and dirt accumulation out of windings with clean, dry air.
2. (For DC motor applications only) Re-set the brushes. Visually inspect for spring
corrosion, sticking brushes in brush holders, and general defects.
3. Check winding insulation continuity to ground with a 500 volt megger. If the megger
reading is less than 2 megohms, the windings should be baked or dried until the
moisture content is sufficiently reduced to raise the megger reading to 2 megohms.
4. An electrical source of heat is best for drying as it can be easily regulated and is clean.
Proceed as follows:
• Remove the armature from the frame and remove bearings from the armature shaft.
Heat the frame and armature until dried sufficiently to obtain the 2 megohm reading.
• Pack bearings with new grease. Refer to LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE
RECOMMENDATIONS for the proper type and amount of grease.
• Reassemble the motor.
• If facilities are available, give the reassembled machine a running test to check
bearings.
1. Check that the harpoon latching mechanism is functioning correctly and freely.
2. Check all junction box terminal blocks for tightness.
These instructions do not purport to cover all details or variations in equipment nor to
provide for every possible contingency to be met in connection with installation, operation
or maintenance. Should further information be desired or should particular problems arise
which are not covered sufficiently in this text, the matter should be referred to Canrig
Drilling Technology Ltd.
When placing Canrig Top Drive Drilling Motors into storage, the following preparations
should be undertaken to prevent damage to the equipment as a result of storage:
1. Machines should be placed on a pallet and stored indoors if possible. A clean, dry ambient
temperature of 60°F is preferred. In a high humidity environment, an ambient temperature of
70°F is recommended. Every attempt should be made to avoid widely varying temperatures
and high humidity.
A protective cover acting as an umbrella should be used to prevent entrance of rain, dust, etc.
2. The drilling motors are equipped with AC space heaters (120VAC, 210W). These heaters
should be energized to keep the internal machine temperature above ambient, preventing
condensation and sweating.
3. All exposed machined steel parts and surfaces should be slushed. These areas are slushed
prior to shipment from the factory, but should be examined for rust. Rust should be removed
using fine abrasive paper, after the old slushing compound has been removed with mineral
spirits. Methanol should be used to remove all residues.
4. Extreme care should be exercised not to damage critical machined surfaces such as the
tapered shaft surface while removing rust. The surfaces should be reslushed with slush
compound Kendell Grade 5, or the equivalent.
5. Brushes should be removed from their holders and clamped under the spring clips to prevent
corrosion of the commutator surface as a result of moisture absorption caused by the carbon.
6. Do not completely seal the motor, but cover major vent areas with a waterproof shipping tape.
Leave enough opening so that the machine can breathe – i.e., moist air is not trapped. The
intention is to prevent entrance of water, rust, small animals, but not to seal airtight. We do not
recommend use of silica gel or dehydrating agents.
7. Since the lubricant drains from the top half of bearings during storage, this area is subject to
corrosion. The shaft should be rotated periodically to redistribute a protective film. If stored
inside, rotate every three months; if outside, every month. Before placing the machine back into
service after prolonged storage (1 year or more) bearings should be inspected and repacked
with new grease meeting the recommended GE lubrication specification.
8. The machine should be meggered when placed into storage and periodically while in storage (3
month intervals). Keep a record of the megger readings as a rapid decrease in insulation
resistance indicates the machine condition is deteriorating and the storage conditions are
inadequate.
Before placing a stored motor back into storage, refer to the applicable instructions: REMOVING
TOP DRIVE DRILLING MOTORS FROM STORAGE.
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These instructions do not purport to cover all details or variations in equipment nor to provide for
every possible contingency to be met in connection with installation, operation or maintenance.
Should further information be desired or should particular problems arise which are not sufficiently
for the purchaser’s purposes, the matter should be referred to Canrig.
• All capscrews or fasteners permanently installed must be coated with Loctite 242 Threadlocker
or the equivalent after insuring that the capscrew threads and mating thread are free of all dirt,
oil and grease. This is a medium strength threadlocker that prevents rusting of all threads and
prevents loosening due to vibration. This threadlocker can be sheared using normal hand tools.
• When using capscrews with locknuts, use only Grade C Stover locknuts or equivalent.
These can be identified visually by eight raised dots. These are re-usable, but new nuts
are recommended after repeated removal and installation.
Recommended Tools
FOR SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE OF A CANRIG TOP DRIVE
Testing Procedure
• It should not read zero ohms as this is an indication that the coil windings are
shorted to each other, probably the result of melted insulation.
• If the ohmmeter reads infinity, it means that the coil is open and defective.
Pressure test the circulating path from the Lower Well Control Valve (LWCV) to the Upper
Well Control Valve (UWCV) to 200 psi to detect obvious leaks before testing at rated
pressure. The test intervals may be specified by regulatory authorities, operator policies or
contractor policies.
Monthly Inspection
1. Remove the LWCV and inspect the connections (including the quill pin) using magnetic
particle techniques according to API RP7G.
Inspection After Each Rig Move or Every 3 months (which ever comes first)
• Visually check the complete Torque Guide for any damage (i.e. bending or cracking).
• Visually check the integrity of all of the Torque Guide turnbuckles, pins, spherical
bushings and flange connection bolts. (If applicable.)
• Visually check all the welds on the Torque Guide System including the harpoon for
cracks. If suspicious cracks were found, a full Dry Magnetic Particle inspection must be
• Check the clearance in the main Top Drive bearings and re-shim if necessary according
to the schedule and instructions in this manual.
• Check the gap between the top of the Brake Disk and the caliper. If the Disk is rubbing
against the top of the caliper, this maybe an indication that the Brake Hub had spun off.
The following major inspection is recommended every 1000 working days or at alternate
intervals, which may be specified by regulatory authorities, operator policies, contractor
policies or drilling conditions:
• Perform a thorough visual examination of the Top Drive, looking for any signs of
damage.
• Visually inspect the mud inlet piping.
• Check all wire-locked bolts for damaged or broken wires. If broken wires are detected,
check the affected bolts for tightness and rewire. Refer to the Capscrew Torque Values
information in Subsection 4A of this Manual. Replace damaged wires.
• Check all external bolts that are not wired for tightness.
• Check all guards, vents, and covers for tightness.
• Ensure that all safety cables are properly and securely attached.
• Visually check the welds on the Top Drive Guard and Frame, Blower Frame and Torque
Guide System.
• Visually examine inside the electrical junction boxes for loose components.
• Inspect the motor armature to ensure it has not dropped:
• If the Brake Disk is approximately in the center of the Caliper, then this maybe an
indication that the armature did not drop.
• If the Brake Disk is rubbing on the bottom of the caliper, this maybe an indication
that the armature did drop.
WF MPI
WF MPI
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
WF MPI
WF MPI WF MPI
Procedure:
Perform Wet Fluorescent Magnetic Particle method on areas shown in accordance with ASTM E709.
Acceptance criteria is as defined in API 8C PSL 2. All other areas not indicated shall be visually
examined for damage and signs of fatigue.
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
Procedure:
Perform Wet Fluorescent Magnetic Particle method on areas shown in accordance with ASTM E709.
Acceptance criteria is as defined in API 8C PSL 2. All other areas not indicated shall be visually examined
for damage and signs of fatigue.
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
Procedure:
Perform Wet Fluorescent Magnetic Particle method on areas shown in accordance with ASTM E709.
Acceptance criteria is as defined in API 8C PSL 2. All other areas not indicated shall be visually
examined for damage and signs of fatigue.
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
Procedure:
Perform Wet Fluorescent Magnetic Particle method on areas shown in accordance with ASTM E709.
Acceptance criteria is as defined in API 8C PSL 2. All other areas not indicated shall be visually
examined for damage and signs of fatigue.
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
Fig. 3 Fig. 4
Procedure:
Perform Wet Fluorescent Magnetic Particle method on areas shown in accordance with ASTM E709.
Acceptance criteria is as defined in API 8C PSL 2. All other areas not indicated shall be visually
examined for damage and signs of fatigue.
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
Procedure:
Perform Wet Fluorescent Magnetic Particle method on areas shown in accordance with ASTM E709.
Acceptance criteria is as defined in API 8C PSL 2. All other areas not indicated shall be visually
examined for damage and signs of fatigue.
Fig.1 Fig.2
Procedure:
Perform Wet Fluorescent Magnetic Particle method on areas shown in accordance with ASTM E709.
Acceptance criteria is as defined in API 8C PSL 2. All other areas not indicated shall be visually
examined for damage and signs of fatigue.
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
Procedure:
Perform Wet Fluorescent Magnetic Particle method on areas shown in accordance with ASTM E709.
Acceptance criteria is as defined in API 8C PSL 2. All other areas not indicated shall be visually
examined for damage and signs of fatigue.
Procedure:
Perform Wet Fluorescent Magnetic Particle method on areas shown in accordance with ASTM E709.
Acceptance criteria is as defined in API 8C PSL 2. All other areas not indicated shall be visually
examined for damage and signs of fatigue.
Procedure:
Perform Dry Magnetic Particle Inspection on all welds shown in accordance with ASTM E709.
Acceptance criteria are as defined in E709. All other areas not indicated shall be visually examined
for damage and signs of fatigue.
Procedure:
Perform Dry Magnetic Particle Inspection on all welds shown in accordance with ASTM E709.
Acceptance criteria are as defined in ASTM E709. All other areas not indicated shall be visually
examined for damage and signs of fatigue.
Procedure:
Perform Dry Magnetic Particle Inspection on all welds shown in accordance with ASTM E709.
Acceptance criteria are as defined in ASTM E709. All other areas not indicated shall be visually
examined for damage and signs of fatigue.
Procedure:
Perform Dry Magnetic Particle Inspection on all welds shown in accordance with ASTM E709.
Acceptance criteria are as defined in ASTM E709. All other areas not indicated shall be visually
examined for damage and signs of fatigue.
Procedure:
Perform Dry Magnetic Particle Inspection on all welds shown in accordance with ASTM E709.
Acceptance criteria are as defined in ASTM E709. All other areas not indicated shall be visually
examined for damage and signs of fatigue.
Procedure:
Perform Dry Magnetic Particle Inspection on all welds shown in accordance with ASTM E709.
Acceptance criteria are as defined in ASTM E709. All other areas not indicated shall be visually
examined for damage and signs of fatigue.
Procedure:
Perform Dry Magnetic Particle Inspection on all welds shown in accordance with ASTM E709.
Acceptance criteria are as defined in ASTM E709. All other areas not indicated shall be visually
examined for damage and signs of fatigue.
Procedure:
Perform Die Penetrant Inspection on the entire pin (including the weld) in accordance with ASTM
E165. Acceptance criteria are as defined in ASTM E165.
Procedure:
Perform Dry Magnetic Particle Inspection on all welds shown in accordance with ASTM E709.
Acceptance criteria are as defined in ASTM E709. All other areas not indicated shall be visually
examined for damage and signs of fatigue.
Procedure:
Perform Dry Magnetic Particle Inspection on all welds shown in accordance with ASTM E709.
Acceptance criteria are as defined in ASTM E709. All other areas not indicated shall be visually
examined for damage and signs of fatigue.
Procedure:
Perform Dry Magnetic Particle Inspection on all in accordance with ASTM E709. Acceptance criteria
are as defined in ASTM E709. All other areas not indicated shall be visually examined for damage
and signs of fatigue.
Procedure:
Perform Dry Magnetic Particle Inspection on all welds shown in accordance with ASTM E709.
Acceptance criteria are as defined in ASTM E709. All other areas not indicated shall be visually
examined for damage and signs of fatigue.
Figure 4.5
Recommended Tolerances:
A. Maximum allowable misalignment at gooseneck support bore = 0.008’ TIR
B. Maximum allowable misalignment at gooseneck pilot = 0.010” TIR
C. Maximum allowable washpipe misalignment after complete assembly = 0.010” TIR
A C
B
Figure 4.6
1. Ensure pump is turned on and running at system pressure 2350 psi. (see note)
2. Ensure that there is power at the console.
3. Ensure that hydraulic lines are connected to the Top Drive.
4. Ensure that there is 2350 psi (see note) system pressure on the gauge at the Top Drive.
5. Ensure that there is 0 psi on the return pressure gauge at the Top Drive.
6. Read pressures at all applicable test points.
IS ACTUATOR
SHAFT TURNING
WHEN SWITCH IS
ACTIVATED?
IS SOLENOID
VALVE
SHIFTING WITH
SWITCH?
IS ACTUATOR
FUNCTIONING
BUT SHAFT
NOT TRY MANUAL
TURNING? OVERRIDE,
DOES
ACTUATOR
WORK?
REPAIR MECHANICAL
CONNECTION TO INSERT GAUGES
ACTUATOR SHAFT ON TEST POINTS
A & B, IS THERE
1500PSI ON GAUGE
WHEN VALVE IS
REMOVE COUPLING ACTIVATED?
BETWEEN VALVE
AND ACTUATOR, REPAIR
ELECTRICAL
TURN VALVE BALL
CONNECTION,
MANUALLY, IS VALVE
WIRING / SOLENOID
VALVE SEIZED? PROBLEM
DETACH HOSE
AT ACTUATOR.
IS THERE FLOW
WHEN VALVE IS ADJUST
ACTIVATED? PRESSURE
RELIEF VALVE SO
PRESSURE IS
1500 PSI WHEN
ACTUATOR IS
CONSULT STOPPED
CANRIG SERVICE
DEPARTMENT
CHECK FOR
CRIMPED LINES,
BLOCKAGE,ETC.
WILL VALVE
ADJUST TO
1500 PSI?
ARE SEALS
LEAKING ON CHANGE
ROTARY VALVE
ACTUATOR?
DOES
ACTUATOR
WORK?
REPAIR
PROBLEM
SEAL
SOLVED
IS THERE A
MECHANICAL
PROBLEM? IS THE FREE PIN
PIN PHYSICALLY
JAMMED?
IS THE
SOLENOID
VALVE SHIFTING
WITH THE
SWITCH?
INSERT GAUGES ON
TEST POINTS A & B
IS THERE 1200 PSI ON
BOTH WHEN IN LOCK
POSITION AND ON B IN
UNLOCK POSITION?
TRY MANUAL
OVERRIDE,
ADJUST PRESSURE
DOES PIN
RELIEF VALVE SO
SHIFT?
PRESSURE IS 1200
PSI WILL VALVE
ADJUST TO 1200
CHECK FOR
CRIMPED DETACH HOSE AT CHANGE OUT
LINES, CYLINDER, IS VALVE SET
BLOCKAGE, THERE FLOW FROM PRESSURE TO
ETC. A & B IN LOCK AND 1200 PSI
UNLOCK POSITION?
DOES
ELECTRICAL LOCK PIN
CONNECTION OR WORK ?
WIRING/ SOLENOID
PROBLEM. IS
THERE POWER AT
VALVE? ARE SEALS
LEAKING ON
CYLINDERS?
PROBLEM
SOLVED
CHECK POWER
AT PANEL, REPLACE
CONSOLE. SEALS
WIRING CONSULT
CONNECTION OR CANRIG SERVICE
SOLENOID PROBLEM DEPARTMENT
Back-up Wrench: Flowchart 102-1 Problem: Back-up wrench will not move up or down.
IS THERE A MECHANICAL
PROBLEM? IS THERE
SOMETHING JAMMED? CORRECT PROBLEM
DID THE CYLINDER COME
UNPINNED?
IS THE SOLENOID
VALVE SHIFTING WIRING
WITH THE CONNECTION OR
SWITCH? SOLENOID
PROBLEM
INSERT GAUGES ON
TEST POINTS A & B, IS
THERE PRESSURE
ALTERNATELY WHEN
THE VALVE IS ELECTRICAL
TRY MANUAL
ACTIVATED CONNECTION OR
OVERRIDE ON
UP/ DOWN? WIRING/ SOLENOID
DIRECTIONAL
PROBLEM. IS
VALVE DOES
THERE POWER AT
CYLINDER MOVE?
VALVE?
TURN UP PRESSURE
ON RELIEF VALVES
OR CHANGE OUT PROBLEM
FAULTY OR JAMMED SOLVED
RELIEF VALVE, DOES
WRENCH MOVE?
CHECK POWER
AT PANEL,
CONSOLE.
INSERT GAUGES ON
TEST POINTS ON
ROTARY MANIFOLD (SEE
SCHEMATIC) IS THERE
PRESSURE WHEN THE
VALVE IS ACTIVATED?
REVERSE HOSES
TO UP/ DOWN
CYLINDER. DOES
CREEP STOP?
POSSIBLE LEAK IN
ROTARY SEAL.
CONSULT CANRIG
TECHNICIAN.
IS
HANDLER UNLOCK HANDLER.
UNLOCKED?
IS THE
SOLENOID
VALVE
CHECK SHIFTING WITH
DIRECTIONAL THE SWITCH?
VALVE OR LINES
TO MANIFOLD.
INSERT GAUGES ON TRY MANUAL
TEST POINTS A & B. OVERRIDE ON
IS THERE SYSTEM DIRECTIONAL
PRESSURE ON VALVE. DOES
GAUGE WHEN VALVE MOTOR ROTATE?
IS ACTIVATED?
WIRING CONNECTION
OR SOLENOID
PROBLEM.
PROBLEM
SOLVED
DOES
RESERVOIR
HAVE OIL?
CHECK POWER
AT PANEL,
CONSOLE.
DOES
BRAKE
SYSTEM
BLEED?
DOES
BRAKE
COME
OUT?
DETACH
CYLINDER, IS CHECK FOR WORN SEALS,
CYLINDER (OIL BYPASSING) LINE
FUNCTIONING BLOCKAGE (FLOW)
WHEN ACTIVATED?
PROBLEM
SOLVED
IS THE SOLENOID
VALVE STAYING CHECK FOR SHORT IN THE WIRING.
ON?
REMOVE
CYLINDER, IS
ACTUATOR REMOVE ACTUATOR AND REPAIR.
PISTON
RETRACTING?
IS THERE
PRESSURE
AT CALIPERS?
INSTALL TEST
GAUGES ON CLUTCH TRY MANUAL
TEST POINTS. DO OVERRIDE ON
YOU HAVE 500 PSI DIRECTIONAL
ON “A” WHEN VALVE VALVE. DOES
OF & 500 PSI ON “B” CLUTCH ENGAGE?
WHEN VALVE ON?
OPEN VIEW
HOLE IN
GEARCASE. CAN
YOU SEE GEAR
TURNING?
WIRING
TRY MANUAL CONNECTION
IS THE ROTATE
OVERRIDE ON OR SOLENOID
SOLENOID
DIRECTIONAL PROBLEM.
GEAR MAY BE VALVE SHIFTING
SLIPPING ON WITH THE VALVE. DOES THE
SHAFT. REMOVE SWITCH? CLUTCH ENGAGE?
TORQUE BOOST
ASSEMBLY AND
REPAIR. ELECTRICAL
CONNECTION OR
WIRING/ SOLENOID
PROBLEM. IS THERE
POWER AT VALVE?
IF CLUTCH
ENGAGES BUT ADJUST PRESSURE
WILL NOT ROTATE, REDUCING /OR RELIEF CHANGE PRESSURE
CHECK HYDRAULIC VALVES TO ACHIEVE RELIEF/ RELIEF
MOTOR/ GEAR REQUIRED PRESSURES. VALVES. CHANGE
REDUCER FOR CAN YOU GET REQUIRED OUT HYDRAULIC CHECK POWER AT
DAMAGE. PRESSURE? (*2) MOTOR. PANEL CONSOLE.
TRY MANUAL
OVERRIDE ON
DIRECTIONAL
VALVE. DOES
GRIPPER CLOSE?
DO YOU HAVE
1000 PSI ON
RETRACT PORT
“A” WITH
SOLENOID NOT
SHIFTED? (*1) CHECK POWER AT
PANEL, CONSOLE.
MAY BE INTERNAL
LEAKAGE IN ROTARY
SEAL. IS THERE ANY
PRESSURE ON
PASSAGES NEXT TO
EXTEND PASSAGE TRY TO INCREASE
WITH PRESSURE WHEN PRESSURE ON
IT SHOULD BE ZERO? PRESSURE RELIEF
VALVE. WILL
PRESSURE
INCREASE?
CHANGE OUT
OVERHAUL
PRESSURE
ROTARY
RELIEF VALVE.
DO YOU HAVE SEAL.
1000 PSI ON
TEST POINTS DOES GRIPPER CLOSE?
ON THE
ROTARY SEAL?
PROBLEM
SOLVED
IS THERE
MECHANICAL TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION.
JAMMING?
IS SOLENOID
VALVE SPRING REMOVE & REPLACE
RETURNING TO SOLENOID VALVE.
REMOVE & REPLACE PISTON
SEALS. PROPER
POSITION?(*1)
IF RETURN SIDE
PRESSURE DOES NOT
EQUAL 0 PSI THERE MAY INSTALL GAUGES ADJUST PRESSURE
BE LEAKAGE ACROSS ON TEST POINTS ON RELIEF VALVE UNTIL
SEALS. DISCONNECT
EXTEND HOSE BETWEEN
ROTARY SEAL. WORKING PRESSURE
ROTARY SEAL & DOES A=2000 PSI, = 2000 PSI. DOES
GRIPPER CYLINDER. IS B=0? (*3) PRESSURE
THERE FLOW THERE
WHILE CYLINDER IS
INCREASE?
STATIONARY?
REMOVE &
REPLACE
PRESSURE
RELIEF
VALVE.
MAY BE A LEAKING ROTARY INSTALL GAUGES
SEAL. REMOVE & REPLACE (*2) ON TEST POINTS A & DOES
B. DOES A=2000 PSI, GRIPPER
B=0? WITH VALVE OPEN?
ACTIVATED, DOES
B=2000 PSI, A=0? (*3)
*1 – Install test points on A & B on manifold. B should read 1800 PSI when valve is actuated, A=0. With valve returned to spring position,
(solenoid OFF) A should read 1800 PSI, B=0.
*2 – A temporary hose can be from valve bank to gripper cylinder to open the cylinder. Be cautious when rotating handler.
*3 – Pressure may vary, consult Hydraulic Schematic in the Drawings and Parts List section for actual pressure settings.
MAY BE LEAKING IN
THE ROTARY
MANIFOLD. REMOVE &
REPLACE.
PROBLEM
SOLVED
TURN UP SETTING
ARE PISTON SEALS ON COUNTER
ON CYLINDERS BALANCE VALVE.
WORN OR LEAKING? DOES LINK TILT
CREEP?
PROBLEM
SOLVED
SEALS IN ROTARY
MANIFOLD MAY BE REPLACE OR REPAIR
LEAKING, CHECK AT DOES LINK TILT
NEXT OVERHAUL. CREEP?
TRY TURNING IN
THE PRESSURE
REDUCING VALVE. PROBLEM
DOES THE SOLVED
PRESSURE
INCREASE?
REPLACE THE
PRESSURE
REDUCING VALVE. PROBLEM
DOES THE SOLVED
PRESSURE
INCREASE?
REPLACE THE
PRESSURE RELIEF
VALVE.
IS THERE
PRESSURE PRESSURE SWITCH MAY
SHOWING ON THE NEED ADJUSTING. ADJUST
LUBE PRESSURE TILL LIGHT GOES OUT.
GAUGE? +30 PSI
IS THERE
IS THE ELECTRIC POWER GOING
MOTOR ON THE TO THE MOTOR?
PUMP TURNING?
CHECK PLUG,
BREAKERS &
WIRING.
REPLACE MOTOR.
CHECK THE
COUPLING
BETWEEN PUMP REPAIR OR REPLACE
MOTOR. IS COUPLING.
COUPLING OK?
IS THERE A VISUAL
OR PHYSICAL AIR PURGE SWITCH MAY
INDICATION OF AIR NEED ADJUSTING OR LINE TO
COMING OUT OF SWITCH MAY BE BLOCKED.
MOTOR?
DOES IT HAPPEN
CHECK OUT PUMP WITH
WITH PUMP 1
LOW PRESSURE.
AND 2?
RECONNECT HPU.
DISCONNECT QC AT HPU.
IS SYSTEM
CHECK HYDRAULIC SERVICE LOOP
PRESSURE 2350
OR LOOK FOR DAMAGED HOSE.
PSI AT THE HPU?
RECONNECT QC ON TD PRESSURE
ONLY. RETURN IS DISCONNECTED.