User Manual
Turnaround Sheave
108-3108-HV0
108-3108-HV1
OPS-3108 Rev E
10
4 Operation
All operations to be carried out by suitably qualified and competent
personnel
4.1 Pre Job
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Confirm identification information plate is fitted and correct
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Check maintenance record sheet and ensure the equipment has been
maintained by competent personnel
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Check all certification is in date
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Ensure equipment is suitable for the maximum working pressures and
services involved
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Ensure threads are clean
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Inspect for signs of damage
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Fill turnaround Sheave with clean grease
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If using the Phuel Detection System Insert a length of wire and confirm
that the wheel is moving freely. (See Section 6).
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Pressure test to the maximum operating pressure
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Ensure all connections are tight
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Ensure correct Pulley Wheel for the wire being used is fitted
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To avoid tilting during lifts it is recommended that 2 lifting points are
used to lift the equipment into place
4.2 During Job
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Using suitable pump fill TAS with clean grease
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Secure the TAS to the mast to prevent excessive movement
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Use the sensor to show that the wheel is turning as expected. If not
using Detection System rotation is indicated by the difference in the
Up/Down weights while spooling wire
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Ensure that grease is always being pumped from the inside of the
bearings outwards to the well adjust so that pump maintains a stroke of
1 – 2 strokes per minute.
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Bleed off any build up of gas at the top of the wheel if required
4.3 Post Job
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Inspect for signs of damage and report any findings
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Ensure threads are cleaned and the re-greased
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Pump through with clean grease ensuring that there is no pressure lock
and check that the wheel turns freely
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If debris is found in the system a full strip and rebuild is required
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Fit protectors to retain the grease fit sensor protector