Operation Maintenance Manual
Safety Spinning Wrench
PN 9GV73109-D - Revision: 02 2018-05
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6.3
Inspections
FORUM Handling Tools recommends performing
inspections in compliance with API RP 8B at specified
intervals and in inspection categories. Otherwise the
frequency of required inspections depends on the
conditions of use of the SSW-40 Before inspection,
remove all foreign material such as dirt, paint, lubricants,
oil, abrasion, etc. from the affected parts. Use suitable
methods such as stripping off paint, steam cleaning or
sand blasting. After an inspection the scope and results
of the tests performed has to be documented. Periodic
inspections and inspections following critical assignments
should be accomplished at the operating location by
the operators under the supervision of a supervisor.
In the event of cracks, excessive wear, etc. contact
FORUM Handling Tools or an authorized service company.
INFO
The specified maintenance intervals are
recommended for the SSW-40 during its service
life. The necessity of inspections depends
primarily on the following conditions:
- Ambient conditions
- Regulatory requirements
- Period of use
- Tests
- Repairs
- Overhauls
Inspection Intervals
Category Interval
Preparatory measures
I
Daily
- SSW-40 installed to
operation area.
II
Weekly
- SSW-40 installed to
operation area.
III
Semi-annually
- SSW-40 removed from
operation area.
- SSW-40 partly
dismantled.
IV
Every 1 year
- SSW-40 removed from
operation area.
- SSW-40 completely
dismantled.
INFO
The above-mentioned inspection intervals refer to
a 100% use of the SSW-40 on each day of a
week (24 / 7). Personal inspection intervals may
vary according to the type and extent of use and
may need to be adjusted. All inspection categories
are in accordance with the latest API RP 8B.
Ensure that only sufficiently qualified
and trained personnel accomplish
maintenance work.
6.3.1
Inspection of Pneumatic Equipment
Check the Pneumatic equipment daily for leaks. If
unacceptably high leakage occurs internally or externally
contact FORUM Handling Tools or an authorized service
company.
6.3.2
Inspection Following Removal
Generally, the SSW-40 should be inspected immediately
before it is taken out of service temporarily or stored.
Moreover, it should be inspected before putting back into
service.
- It is necessary to disassemble the SSW-40 in an
appropriately equipped workshop to check for excessive
wear, deformation, cracks and other damage.
- Perform repair work only in compliance with the
manufacturer’s recommendations. These are available
from FORUM Handling Tools.
- Ensure that welding work on cast parts is accomplished
only by FORUM Handling Tools or an authorized service
company in compliance with the welding specifications
issued by FORUM Handling Tools.
- If the field inspection indicates that further inspection
work is required, remove the SSW-40 and have it
inspected in an appropriately equipped workshop.
- Check carefully for visible wear and material fatigue.