Operation Maintenance Manual
Safety Spinning Wrench
PN 9GV73109 - Revision: 02 2018-05
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General
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Basic Information
This operation maintenance manual (hereinafter-called
OMM) refers to the Safety Spinning Wrench (hereinafter-
called SSW-40) from Forum Handling Tools for use on
oil drilling platforms and rigs. The permissible range of
application is specified in the technical data.
When installed in potentially explosive atmospheres, the
instructions that follow the Ex symbol must be followed.
Personal injury and/or equipment damage may occur if
these instructions are not followed. This OMM is intended
for the operator of the SSW-40. It is intended to ensure
safe operation and must be read carefully and kept where
it is accessible for SSW-40 users at all times. This OMM
contains all information on safe and proper operation
of the SSW-40. Observance of these instructions is the
prerequisite for safe operation. In addition, it is necessary
to observe all applicable national and local regulations,
e.g. accident prevention and environmental regulations
as well as the company’s own internal safety regulations.
For installation, maintenance and repair work and proper
training of the operating personnel Forum Handling Tools
recommends requesting service from Forum Handling Tools
itself.
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Intended Use
The Safety Spinning Wrench is specially designed for
drilling operations. The intended use is the rotation of drill
pipes and collars forward and backward direction while
vertically in defined attached. The SSW-40 will swing
consequently in either directions during rotation and must
be equipped with two backup lines (attached to derrick
legs or a comparable structure).
The SSW-40 can be operated easily by one man. The
design of the SSW-40 allows the user to grip and spin
pipes of different sizes, ensuring a safe hold and spin while
minimizing the possibility of damage to the pipe.
The SSW-40 is available for pneumatic power operation
only. Additionally the intended use covers the compliance
and observance of all procedures and safety notes of this
manual as well as performing all necessary maintenance
work in the given intervals.
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Improper Use
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Improper use of the machine releases
Forum Handling Tools from any liability for
personal injury or property damage resulting
therefrom.
The SSW-40 is intended exclusively for spinning. Always
observe the specifications in chapter „1.3 Technical Data“,
on page 20.
The following is specifically prohibited:
- Spinning pipe with diameter for which use is not
specified.
- Working without backup lines.
- Any use of the SSW-40, which is not intended.
Moreover, operation of the SSW-40 is prohibited under the
following conditions:
- When the SSW-40 is used for applications other than
intended.
- When the pneumatic equipment is not installed
properly.
- When the SSW-40 or parts thereof are damaged or
when additional equipment is not installed properly.
- When protective or safety equipment is damaged,
unusable, improperly installed or not present.
- When the SSW-40 is not operating properly.
- When conversions or modifications have been
performed without previous, written approval by
Forum Handling Tools.
- When equipment not approved by
Forum Handling Tools is used.
- When the prescribed maintenance intervals have been
exceeded.
- When replacement parts not approved by
Forum Handling Tools are used.
- When repair or service work have been performed
on the SSW-40 by companies not authorized by
Forum Handling Tools.
Observe also the chapter „Warranty and Liability“.