CMS CASING SLIPS

OPERATING PROCEDURE MANUAL

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section Page

1 - Introduction 2
1.1 Purpose
1.2 Description

2 - Operation 3
2.1 Preperation
2.2 Operation

3 - Maintenance 4
3.1 Inspection
3.2 Lubricants

4 - Shop Repairs 5
4.1 Changing Inserts
4.1 Slip Disassembly

Certificate of Warranty and Guarantee to Quality 6

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1 - INTRODUCTION

1.1 PURPOSE

This technical manual contains operation and maintenance Instructions for AOT "CMSXL" &
"CMS-3" casing slips with complete parts breakdown. It provides a guide for proper field use,
disassembly and repair.

1.2 DESCRIPTION

The "CMS" series consist of two models of casing slips. The "CMSXL" which has a 4" taper
per ft. And the "cms-3" which has a 3" taper per ft. Both slips have a 13 1/2" gripping length,
and can handle a wide range of casing & conductor pipe with the proper number of segments
and inserts.

MODEL RANGE
CMSXL 6 5/8" - 30"
CMS-3 9 5/8" - 30"
CPS 24” - 36”
CPS-3 24” -36”

Any overloading of the recommended rating or misuse of this equipment can

cause serious injury or death.

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2 - OPERATION

2.1 PREPARATION

In order for the "CMS" series of casing slips to operate properly, it is necessary to install the
proper number of segments and size of inserts corresponding to the size of the O.D. It is to
catch. Follow the procedures in section 4 – Shop repairs.

2.2 OPERATION

• After installation of the proper size of inserts in the casing slip, the slip is ready for
service. The back of the slips and ID

• The bowl should be cleaned and greased before use, and daily during use.

• To set the slips, move the drill string to the desired location and allow it to come to a
complete stop. Place the slips into the tapered bowl or spider, gently lower the pipe,
which will allow the slips to wedge into the bowl or spider and hold the pipe from
moving.

• When lifting slips out of the bowl firmly grip and apply inward pressure to the front
handles of the slip as the pipe is lifted. Then, let the upward movement of the pipe lift
the slip out of the bowl. Once the slip is clear of the bowl pull on rear handles of slip to
clear the bowl.

CAUTION:
• Be sure to use the handles provided on the slip assemblies for raising the slip
assembly in and out of the bowl.

• Be sure drill string is at a complete stop before setting the slips into the bowl. This will
cause the slips to be overloaded and can cause damage to the slips. Do not use slips
as a backup.

• Make sure the slips are used with the proper size of inserts and slip backs are cleaned
and greased daily. Also be sure that the taper on the slip matches the taper on the
bowl.

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3 - MAINTENANCE

Practice safety at all times when servicing the equipment and use approved
safety methods, material and tools. Always wear protective gear for eyes,
head and hands.

3.1 INSPECTION

To insure optimum performance from the "CMS" series of casing slips, the following checks
should be made once a week.

• Check for worn hinge pins and handle pins and replace as necessary.

• Check inserts for wear and replace as necessary.

• Slips should undergo a magnetic particle inspection a minimum of once a month, when
in use and after every job.

• Slip backs should be checked with a straight edge weekly.

3.2 LUBRICATIONS

Lubricate the slip regularly during usage and storage to prevent corrosion. Use an extreme
pressure, multi-purpose, lithium base grease of no. 1 or no. 2 consistency and multi-weight
motor oil. When the tool is in use, lubricate the slip according to the following schedule or
annually while in storage.

Daily: Clean and grease slip backs and bowl ID.

Weekly:
• Grease hinge pins.
• Remove inserts and Grease insert slots.

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4 - SHOP REPAIRS

4.1 CHANGING INSERTS.

To replace worn inserts or change sizes:

1. Remove cotter keys holding in inserts.

Always wear eye protection when removing or replacing inserts to protect

against chip fragments.

2. Using a brass punch and hammer, drive out the inserts.

Always install the proper size inserts for the tubular to be used on.

3. Clean and grease the insert slots before installing new inserts.

4. Install insert retainer cotter keys.

4.2 SLIP DISASSEMBLY:

1. Remove hinge pin cotters and hinge pins.

2. Remove inserts (See Section 4 Changing Inserts.)

3. After inspecting all parts for cracks and wear, replace defective parts and reassemble
in reverse order.

Due to the complex metallurgy in AOT "CMS" casing slips welding should be
performed only by AOT or an authorized repair agent.

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 CERTIFICATE OF WARRANTY AND GUARANTEE TO QUALITY

Seller warrants all materials, products and supplies manufactured or furnished by it to be free
from defects in material and workmanship, under normal use and service, when installed,
used and serviced in the manner provided and intended by seller for a period of twelve (12)
months after installation or delivery, whichever shall occur first. Seller’s obligations under this
warranty are expressly limited to repair or replacement, at its option, of any materials,
products or supplies returned to seller’s plant, New Iberia, Louisiana, and which are
determined by seller to be defective. All freight charges for return and reshipment shall be
paid by customer. A new warranty period shall not be established for repaired or replaced
materials, products or supplies; such items shall remain under warranty only for the
remainder of the warranty period on the original materials, products or supplies. This is the
sole warranty of seller and no other warranty is applicable, either expresses or implied, in fact
or by law, including any warranty as to merchantability or fitness for a particular use or
purpose.

In case of goods or parts not wholly of seller’s manufacture, seller shall make available to the
customer whatever warranty or guaranty is extended to seller for such goods or parts by the
supplier or manufacturer thereof.

Seller will not assume responsibility or liability for any repairs, rebuilding, welding or heat
treating done to its material, products or supplies outside of seller’s plants, such work shall
void any all warranties. All parts used in the manufacture and/or final assembly of seller’s
materials, products and supplies are necessary for both safety and operational performance.
Omission of any part or failure to replace any part may result in a malfunction and a
consequent safety hazard for which seller disclaims any responsibility or liability for injuries or
damage as a result thereof.

Buyer’s sole and only remedy in regard to any defective materials, products or supplies shall
be the repair or replacement thereof as herein provided, and seller shall not be liable for any
consequential, special, incidental or punitive damages resulting from or caused by any
defective materials, products or supplies.

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