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Blohm + Voss Pipe Handling Equipment

VES-CL 150-1000 Center Latch Elevator,

Manual Operated c/w Bushing

Technical Documentation

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The tool must only be used for the designated purpose. When using the tool, the rated load must never be exceeded.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Intended use of this manual

This manual is intended for use by field service, engineering, installation, operation, and repair personnel. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained herein. Blohm + Voss Oil Tools, will not be held liable for errors in this material, or for consequences arising from misuse of this material.Anyone using service procedures or tools, whether or not recommended by Blohm + Voss Oil Tools, must be thoroughly satisfied that neither personal safety nor equipment safety will be jeopardized.

Intellectual property

All rights retained. No part of this document may be reproduced in any form (print, photocopy, microfilm or any other procedure) or be processed using an electronic system without written approval of Blohm + Voss Oil Tools.All information contained in this manual is based upon the latest product information available at any time of printing. Dependent on ongoing technical improvements (ISO 9001) “Blohm + Voss Oil Tools” reserves the right to change the design and specifications without announcement. The values specified in this manual represent the nominal values of a unit produced in series. Slight deviations in the case of the individual devices are possible.

NOTE: In the event of problems that cannot be solved with the aid of this manual, please contact one of the addresses listed below.

Warnings and Note

WARNING: A “WARNING” INdIcAtes A defINIte RIsk of equIpmeNt dAmAGe oR dANGeR to peRsoNNel. fAIluRe to obseRve ANd folloW pRopeR pRoceduRes could Result IN seRIous oR fAtAl INjuRy to peRsoNNel, sIGNIfIcANt pRopeRty loss, oR sIGNIfIcANt equIpmeNt dAmAGe.

NOTE: A “note” indicates that additional information is provided about the current topics.

WARNING: thIs techNIcAl documeNtAtIoN coNtAINs INstRuctIoNs oN sAfety, INstAllAtIoN, opeRAtIoN ANd mAINteNANce foR the blohm + voss oIl tools tool . It must be studIed befoRe WoRkING WIth the tool.

CE Marking

The tool complies with the Machinery Directive 98/37/EC and 2006/42/EC

For machines containing any hydraulic or pneumatic powered parts, the Directive 94/9/EC “Equipment and protective systems in potentially explosive atmospheres” applies.The marking is as follows:CE Ex II 2G T5 (hydraulic tools) or CE Ex II 2G T6 (pneumatic tools).

Manufacturer & Agents World wide

Limited Warranty

The warranty provided will be void if the tool is either:1. Repaired or serviced by

a service facility which was not authorised by Blohm + Voss Oil Tools.

2. Replacement parts not manufactured by Blohm + Voss Oil Tools are used.

3. Modifications were made to the tool which were not approved by Blohm + Voss Oil Tools.

Blohm + Voss Oil ToolsHermann-Blohm-Straße 220457 HamburgGermany

Phone: +49 40/3119-1826/1162 Fax: +49 40/[email protected]

Premier Sea & Land Pte. Ltd.1, Scotts Road #19-12 Shaw CentreSingapore 228208Republic of Singapore

Phone: +65-6734-7177Fax: [email protected]

Blohm + Voss Oil Tools, LLC7670 Woodway, Suite 266 Houston, Texas 77063United States of America

Phone: +1-713-952 0266Fax: +1-713-952 [email protected]

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General safety issues

WARNING: oNe should AvoId cReAtING IGNItIoN souRces, lIke heAt, As A Result of the use of the tool WIth otheR tools oR equIpmeNt.

WARNING: do Not use the tool foR ANy otheR puRpose thAN GIveN IN thIs documeNt WIthIN It̀ s specIfIcAtIoN.

WARNING: fAIluRe to coNduct RoutINe mAINteNANce could Result IN equIpmeNt dAmAGe oR INjuRy to peRsoNNel.

WARNING: WeAR peRsoNAl pRotectIoN equIpmeNt WhIle WoRkING WIth the equIpmeNt.

WARNING: If ANy sAfety elemeNts (lIke sAfety Ropes, sAfety sheets, plAtes oR WAsheRs) WeRe dIsAssembled due to mAINteNANce WoRk, do Not Re-use them. AlWAys ReplAce them WIth NeW sAfety elemeNts.

WARNING: All WARNING plAtes, sIGNs ANd lAbels AttAched to the equIpmeNt must be obseRved. the WARNING plAtes, sIGNs ANd lAbels must be pReseNt oN the tool. do Not Remove the lAbels. If they ARe mIssING, ReplAcING Is mANdAtoRy.

WARNING: ANy modIfIcAtIoN to the tool cARRIed out WIthout the AppRovAl of blohm + voss oIl tools WIll voId ANy WARRANty.

WARNING: usING the tool WIth dAmAGed oR WoRN pARts cAN cReAte seRIous INcIdeNts.

WARNING: It Is Not AlloWed to use ANy compoNeNts WhIch ARe of "NoN-b+v" oRIGINe, oR use "NoN-oem" pARts WhIch ARe Not AppRoved by b+v. It WIll voId ANy WARRANty ANd mAy effect the coRRect fuNctIoNING of the tool ANd It's sAfety feAtuRes.

WARNING: the compANy opeRAtING the tool Is RespoNsIble foR evAluAtING sAfe ANd pRopeR use of the tool IN A hAzARd ANAlysIs.

WARNING: the opeRAtING compANy Is oblIGAted to Issue WoRkING INstRuctIoNs foR sAfe use ANd supeRvIse obseRvANce of these WoRkING INstRuctIoNs.

WARNING: eveRy employee, WhIch opeRAtes, seRvIces, INspects oR otheRWIse INvolved WIth the use of the tool IN otheR AReAs hAs to eNsuRe, thAt these ActIoNs ARe doNe by tRAINed ANd by AN blohm + voss oIl tools AuthoRIzed peRsoNNel,ANd should complete ReGulAR couRses of tRAINING, to eNsuRe pRopeR use As Well As sAfe opeRAtIoN, coRRect mAINtAINANce ANd INspectIoN.

WARNING: If NecessARy, A ReAsoNAble, AddItIoNAl supeRvIsoR should be AppoINted duRING opeRAtIoN.

WARNING: stAy AWAy fRom the tool duRING opeRAtIoN. IN cAse It Is Remote opeRAted It mAy mAke movemeNts WIthout WARNING.

Safe handling

WARNING hANdles/GRIp poINts ARe mARked by GReeN pAINt. duRING opeRAtIoNs these GRIps ARe the oNly plAces the tool cAN be hANdled sAfely. IN All NoN-GReeN mARked plAces theRe Is A RIsk foR INjuRy. AutomAtIc/ Remote opeRAted tools mAy Not hAve ANy GReeN pAINted GRIp-poINts. IN thIs cAse It Is Not AlloWed to touch the tool WhIle opeRAtING.

Safe gripping points

VES elevators

WARNING: bushING seGmeNts must AlWAys be used WIth the sAme seRIAl NumbeR ANd pIpe sIze. eveN WheN the bushING sIze Is the sAme, bushINGs WIth dIffeReNt seRIAl NumbeRs must NeveR be used. the elevAtoR must NeveR be used WIthout bushINGs.

WARNING: the elevAtoR must NeveR be used WIthout bushINGs (exept 18° boRe elevAtoR).

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Warning Signs

WARNING: the WARNING plAtes, sIGNs ANd lAbels must be pReseNt oN the tool. do Not Remove the lAbels. If they ARe mIssING, ReplAcING Is mANdAtoRy.

Pipe Size

Serialnumber

Sticker „Patent Number“ PN 613921

Serialnumber and Pipe Size

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We,

Blohm + Voss Oil Tools Hermann-Blohm-Strasse 2 20457 Hamburg Phone:+49(0)40 3119-1139Fax:+49(0)40 3119-3305

declare that the product

VES CL 150-1000 Center Latch Elevator, manuell operated

which is the subject of this declaration, is in conformity with the following standard(s) or normative documents 2006/42/EC: Machinery Directive from 31 December 2009.DIN EN ISO 12100 : Safety of machinery, part 1 and 2 DIN EN ISO 14121-1: Safety of machinery, Risk assessment Directive 94/9/EC: Devices and protection systems for intended use in explosive areas DIN EN 13463-1:2009-07: Non-electrical equipment for use in potentially explosive atmospheres

EC-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

ISO 13535:2002/API 8C: Petroleum and natural gas industries-Drilling and production equipment-Hoisting equipment

Marking: II 2G T6

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL INFORMATION 2

Warnings and Note 2Intended use of this manual 2Intellectual property 2Improper / Unsafe Use 2Manufacturer & Agents World wide 2CE Marking 2Limited Warranty 2General safety issues 3Safe handling 3Safety issues elevator 3VES elevators 3WARNING: Bushing segments must always be used with the same serial number and pipe size. Even when the bushing size is the same, bushings with different serial numbers must never be used. The elevator must never be used without bushings. 3Warning Signs 4

EC-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 5

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1. DESCRIPTION 10

General 10Intend of use 10Main assembly 10Assembly VES-CL Elevator 10Bushing system 10Available Pipe Size Range (Bushing System) 11Improper / Unsafe Use 11Identification 11Technical Data 11Elevator Dimensions 12Wear Bushing (optional) 13Intend of Use: 13Function: 13

2. COMMISSIONING 16

Commissioning VES-CL Center Latch Elevator 16Scope of supply 16Check and Lubrication 16Function Test 16

3. INSTALLATION 18

Lifting and transport 18Installation 18Installing and removing the required bushing 18General 18Removal of the bushings 18Installation of the bushing 18Installation Checklist 19Function test 19

4. OPERATIONS 22

Safety 22Operation Running in / Tripping 22Operation Running out / Tripping 22

5. MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION 24

General 24Lubrication 24Locking of screws 24Grease quality 24Bushing Wear Check 25Wear of Equipment 25How to check the bushing the correct way 25Check of results 25Minimum ear dimensions 26Tool Joint Wear Data Drill Pipe 27Inspection categories acc. to API RP 8B 28Frequency 28Periodic inspection 28Non-periodic inspection 28Inspection 28Critical Load Inspection 29Dismantling Inspection 29

Inspection check lists 30

Check Category I (Ongoing observation) 31Check List Category II (Daily) 31Check List Category III (every 6 months) 32Check List Category IV (every year) 32Wear data criteria 33Critical Areas 34Handling, storage and transport 35Storage 35Short term storage after use and less then 3 months 35Long term storage over 3 months 35Handling 35Transport 35Trouble shooting 36

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P/N 613902-BC Bushing 38DP-Size 18° 38Bore Code 38P/N Bushing 38DP-Size 90° 38For Drill Collar with Zip Groove 38Bore Code 38P/N Bushing 38For Drill Collar without Zip Groove 39Tubing 39Casing 40

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P/N 611900-Y VES-CL 150 Center Latch Elevator 42Parts list 611900-Y 43P/N 612900-Y VES-CL 250 Center Latch Elevator 44Parts list 612900-Y 45Spare Parts for VES-CL 350 Center Latch Elevator 46Parts list 613000-Y 47615900-Y VES-CL 500 Center Latch Elevator 48Parts list 615900-Y 49P/N 617500-Y VES-CL 750 Center Latch Elevator 50Parts list 617500-Y 51P/N 611000-Y VES-CL 1000 Center Latch Elevator 52Parts list 611000-Y 53Wear Bushing 54Parts list 615985-BC 54Spare Parts 55Parts list 611900-Y-RSP 55Parts list 612900-Y-RSP 56Parts list 613000-Y-RSP 57Parts list 615900-Y-RSP 58Parts list 617500-Y-RSP 59Parts list 611000-Y-RSP 60

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1. DESCRIPTION

General

The Blohm + Voss VES-CL Elevator is designed with strength and safety factors in accordance with API Section 8C - Regulations and will be used for handling long, heavy strings drill pipe.

The design of the bushing segments allows the tool to lift tubular, ensuring a safe hold while minimizing the possibility of damage to the pipe. This model is available for hydraulic power operation.

Intend of use

The elevator is designed to be installed into Elevator links and handle vertical pipes.

WARNINGthe lIftING of veRtIcAl pIpes Is to be peRfoRmed cARefully ANd must be moNItoRed. the pIckING up of hoRIzoNtAl oR tIlted pIpes Is dANGeRous ANd Not peRmItted by the mANufActuReR.

WARNINGIf the opeRAtoR coNsIdeRs to use the elevAtoR foR otheR opeRAtIoNs thAN the INteNded use (foR exAmple hANdlING of hoRIzoNtAl pIpes), It Is mANdAtoRy to mAke AN AddItIoNAl RIsk ANAlysIs.

Main assembly

Assembly VES-CL Elevator

The Elevator consist of the following main assemblies:1. Elevator body with latch 2. Bushing system3. Wear Bushing (optional-not shown-see page 13)

Bushing system

Exchangeable bushings allow to run the elevator for different tubular and sizes, see chapter „Size Components“.

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The VES-CL Elevator must only be used for the designated purpose. When using the VES-CL Elevator, the specificated load must never be exceeded (depending on the rating).

Identification

The identification area clearly identifies the Elevator area (manufacturer, type, material, part number, serial number, date of manufacture). It is important to keep this information ready for the purpose of servicing and repair work.

Technical DataVES-CL 150 VES-CL 250 VES-CL 350 VES-CL 500 VES-CL 750 VES-CL 1000

Temperature working range ambient

- 20° C to + 80° C* - 4° F to 176° F*

Load Capacity 150 sh tons 250 sh tons 350 sh tons 500 sh tons 750 sh tons 1000 sh tons

Part number 611900-Y 612900-Y 613000-Y 615900-Y 617500-Y 611000-Y

API test load 360 sh tons 558 sh tons 525 sh tons 1000 sh tons 1500 sh tons 2000 sh tons

Weight 148 kg 225 kg 425 kg 597 kg 1.831 kg 2095 kg

Size O.D. 2.3/8“-5.1/2“ 2.3/8“-5.1/4“ 2.3/8“-7“ 2.3/8“-7“ 3.1/2“-7“ 3.1/2“-7“

Bushings 612900-BC 612900-BC 613902-BC 613902-BC 617510-BC 611030-BC

Links 1.3/4“-2.3/4“ 150t-350t

2.1/4“-2.3/4“ 250t-500t

2.1/4“-3.1/2“ 250t-500t

3.1/2“-4.3/4“ 500t-750t

3.1/2“-4.3/4“ 750t

5.1/2“ 1000t

* If not otherwise stated in the databook.

Available Pipe Size Range (Bushing System)

VES-CL 150 VES-CL 250 VES-CL 350 VES-CL 500 VES-CL 750 VES-CL 1000

Drill Pipe 2.7/8“- 5“ 2.3/8“- 6.5/8“ 3.1/2“- 6.5/8“

Drill Collars 3.1/2“- 5.1/4“ 3.1/2“- 6.3/4“ -

Casing 3.1/2“- 5“ 3.1/2“- 7“ -

Tubing 2.3/8“- 4.1/2“ 2.3/8“- 5.1/2“ -

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Elevator Dimensions

VES-CL 150 VES-CL 250 VES-CL 350 VES-CL 500 VES-CL 750 VES-CL 1000

Length [mm] A 674 749 885 1022 1348 1348

Width [mm] B 600 684 774 1042 1317 1317

Height [mm] C 283 328 378 485 595 667

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Intend of Use:

B+V Wear Bushing for VES-CL-Bushing Elevators are designed for reducing the Wear of the Elevator and onlydesigned for being used with B+V VES-CL Bushing Elevators.

Function:

The B+V Wear Bushing for Bushing Elevators have to be choosen according to the size of the Bushing and the bore code according to the list below.Before assembling the B+V Wear Bushing to the Elevator check if it is the right one. The P/N on the B+V Wear Bushing has to be checked with the P/N in this manual.For assembling the B+V Wear Bushing, you have to make sure that all parts have to be assembled in the correct order and the screws have to be tightened properly.

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Item 1: Elevator Body machined for Wear Bushing P/N XXXXXX-Y-WBfor example: P/N 613000-Y-WB (VES-CL 350 Elevator for use with Wear Bushing, Wear Bushing is not included)

Item 2:Wear Bushing AssemblyP/N 615985-BC

Bore code Pipe Size WB outside dia. B

Wear bushing

BC 103 2.7/8“ - -

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BC 109 4.1/2“-5“ 131 615985-109

BC 111 5.1/2“ 146 615985-111

BC 1136.5/8“ 176

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BC 114 615985-114

BC 115 5.7/8“ 155 615985-115

other sizes on request

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Commissioning VES-CL Center Latch Elevator

Blohm + Voss strongly recommends to accomplish the Elevator commissioning with the Blohm + Voss Commissioning.

Read manual before first use !

OK o Check crew is aware of all danger regarding handling the B + V tool.

OK o Go through manual with crew.

Prior to use of the Blohm + Voss Elevator following checks must be carried out :

Scope of supply

OK o Cross check all delivered parts.

Check and Lubrication

OK o Check elevator is in closed position.

OK o Apply grease to all greasing points until grease is visibly coming out of the bores.

OK o Check if elevator is installed as outlined in manual.

Function Test

OK o Check elevator opens.

OK o Check required bushings are installed before first use.

OK o Check all bushing segments are of same size and serial number.

OK o Check if bushings are fixed correctly.

OK o Check all safety / lock wire is present.

OK o Check elevator closes.

OK o Pick up a pipe.

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Lifting and transport

WARNING: lIft the ves-cl elevAtoR oN the lIftING eARs oNly.

WARNING: WeAR youR peRsoNAl pRotectIoN equIpmeNt At All tImes.

Installation

1. Remove the link block bolts, and allow the link block assembly to swing open.

2. Place the links in the now open elevator ears, and secure the link block by replacing the removed bolts and safety springs.

3. Close and secure the link blocks.4. Make sure that the size of the bushing compares to the

size of the Drill Pipe.

Installing and removing the required bushing

General

A bushing consists of two segments in the elevator body . The body and the latch must be open in order to equip the elevator with the required bushing.

Make sure that both bushing segments have the same size and serial number.

Removal of the bushings

• The elevator body must be open.• Remove the screws on the top of the elevator.• Screw the handles into the bushing segment.• Turn the segments for removal.

Installation of the bushing

• Before installing a new bushing, the seating area in the elevator must be cleaned and lubricated.

• Screw the handles into the bushing segment.• Turn the segment into the body.• Fixate the segments with the screws on top of the

elevator.• Install new lock wire to secure the screws.

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Basically the elevator has to be installed as shown in the manual.

OK o Make sure the required bushings are installed before first use.

OK o Make sure the bushings are fixated with the screws & lock wired.

Function test

OK o Close elevator.

OK o Open elevator.

OK o Check loose service tools are removed from the elevator.

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WARNING: NeveR opeN the elevAtoR WheN the pIpe loAd Is stIll suspeNded by the elevAtoR.

WARNING: obseRve the elevAtoR coNtINuously WhIle closING to check If the elevAtoR Is pRopeRly closed.

WARNING: All WARNING plAtes, sIGNs ANd lAbels AttAched to the equIpmeNt must be obseRved.

WARNING: do NeveR uNlAtch/opeN the elevAtoR WhIle A pIpe Is suspeNded IN the elevAtoR; the pIpe WIll be lost!

WARNING: usING the elevAtoR WIth dAmAGed oR WoRN pARts cAN cReAte seRIous INcIdeNts.

WARNING: the pIckING up of hoRIzoNtAl oR tIlted pIpes Is dANGeRous. thIs use Is Not peRmItted. due to the dANGeR It should Not be peRfoRmed by opeRAtING peRsoNNel. the lIftING of veRtIcAl pIpes Is to be peRfoRmed cARefully ANd must be moNItoRed.

WARNING: ANy modIfIcAtIoN to the elevAtoR cARRIed out WIthout the AppRovAl of blohm + voss WIll voId ANy WARRANty.

Safety

• It is recommended to have the VES-CL Elevator operated by the driller. • The driller (and or the floor man) must coordinate operation of the elevator and slips/spider so

one tool is engaged around the tubular before the other is disengaged. Thus, one or both tools continuously suspend the tubular during all stages of pipe handling operations.

Operation Running in / Tripping

1. The VES-CL elevator is lowered around the tooljoint and elevator is closed.2. A signal is given to the driller when the VES-CL elevator is closed. 3. The pipe is made up.4. The driller lifts the VES-CL elevator in order to pick up the load. 5. The slips/spider is commanded to “open”, simultaneously, the driller picks up the elevator while

the driller raises the spider/slips.6. The driller lowers the string into the hole.7. The driller sets the spider/slips. 8. Open the VES-CL elevator and pick up a new section of pipe.

Operation Running out / Tripping

1. The VES-CL elevator is lowered around the tooljoint and the elevator is closed.2. Raise the spider/slips. 3. Pull out the string.4. Close the spider/slips.5. Release the stringweight from the VES-CL Elevator by lowering it slightly.6. Now run out the stand or joint. 7. When the pipe is running out, pick up the stand and set it back.8. Open the VES-CL Elevator and guide pipe out.9. Lower VES-CL Elevator and pick up the string at rigfloor.

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General

Lubrication

The elevator needs to be lubricated daily on the following points. Use a grease gun:

Grease points:1. The hinge pin.2. The latch pin.3. Springs.

Locking of screws

All screws are normally secured by mechanical bolt lock or with a lock wire. Check daily.

Grease quality

In order to achieve efficient greasing even at different environmental temperatures, we recommend the following grease types should be used (obtainable from Blohm + Voss Oil Tools): • Low-Viscosity grease• Type AVIATICON Grease XRF

Alternatively; Use EP1 gear lubricating grease for greasing ”non-oil tight gear trains” when temp. < 0°C/32°F.Use EP2 when temp. > 0°C/32°F.

Grease Fitting

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Wear of Equipment

Normal wear of bushings and elevator ears caused by usage will eventually reduce the load capacity of elevators. The existence of cracks or the appearance of defects can indicate severe deterioration and even failures. Prompt attention is required either to remove the elevator from service immediately or to undertake appropriate repair.A wear condition in its early stages is common. Frequently, it results in a tool joint sticking to the elevator.Elevators showing hammer marks around the top of the bore should be closely examined to determine whether it is the elevator, the tool joint or both are faulty. To indentify the conditions of the 18° Elevator taper gauges are available for all B + V Elevators (P/N 600018). A set of gauges consists of an 18° gauge (GOOD) and a 15° gauge (BAD).

How to check the bushing the correct way

1. Fit the gauge to the inner bore of the bushing.2. Push the gauge against the bushing and start to move the gauge downwards

until the chamfer touched the 18° shoulder.3. Check the result as follows:

Check of results

1. Using the GOOD gauge: If the gauge sits directly on the bushing without showing any clearance between gauge and bushing, the bushing is OK.

2. If the gauge shows space between the gauge and the bushing, you have to check with the second gauge.

3. Using the BAD 15° gauge: If the gauge shows any clearance between gauge and bushing, the bushing is OK.

4. If the gauge sits directly on the bushing without showing any space between gauge and bushing, take the elevator out of service.

WARNING: If the tApeR Is less thAN 15° tAke the elevAtoR out of seRvIce oR exchANGe the bushING.If the tApeR Is betWeeN 18° ANd 15°, Reduce the elevAtoRs loAd cApAcIty to 90%. NeveR use the elevAtoR WIthout A bushING.

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Elevator Type dimension A Partnumber Minimum [mm]

VES-CL 150 611900 84,1

VES-CL 250 612900 101,1

VES-CL 350 613900 120,8

VES-CL 500 615900 148,8

VES-CL 750 617500 218

VES-CL 1000 611000 218

WARNING: mINImum eAR dImeNsIoNs ARe oNly vAlId WheN the elevAtoR Is IN otheRWIse Good coNdItIoN, does Not hAve excessIve WeAR, cRAcks oR otheR defects, oR pRevIous Weld RepAIR ANd hAs Not beeN mIsused. thIs INspectIoN cRIteRIA cAN Not oN theIR oWN deteRmINe the oveRAll coNdItIoN of the elevAtoR ANd Its suItAbIlIty foR coNtINued use.

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Tool Joint Wear Data Drill Pipe

Check for wear of the Bushing/Elevator by measuring the Center Bore diameter. The maximum wear on the Center Bore is: Nominal size + 0,25 inch. The following table shows the minimum required Tool Joint diameter, depending on the Center Bore and rating of the Elevator. As soon as the Tool Joint diameter falls below the rating line, the Bushing/Elevator or the pipe has to be changed (Contact B + V or a B + V Authorized Repair Center).

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Category IThis category involves observing the equipment during operation for indications of inadequate performance.When in use, equipment shall be visually inspected on a daily basis for cracks, loose fits or connections, elongation of part, and other signs of wear, corrosion or overloading. Any parts found to show cracks, excessive wear, etc., shall be removed from service for further examination.The equipment shall be visually inspected by a person knowledgeable in that equipment and its function.

Category IIThis is Category I inspection plus further inspection for corrosion, deformation, loose or missing components, deterioration, proper lubrication, visible external cracks, and adjustment. Category II may involve some disassembly to access specific components and to identify wear that exceeds the allowable tolerances.

Category IIIThis is Category II inspection plus further inspection, which should include NDT of critical areas and may involve some disassembly to access specific components and to identify wear that exceeds the allowable tolerances.Prior to inspection, all foreign material such as dirt, paint, grease, oil, scale, etc. shall be removed from the concerned parts by a suitable method (e.g. paint-stripping, steam-cleaning, grit-blasting).

Category IVThis is Category III inspection plus further inspection for which the equipment is disassembled to the extent necessary to conduct NDT of all primary-load-carrying components.

Equipment shall be:• disassembled in a suitable-

equipped facility to the extent necessary to permit full inspection of all primary-load-carrying components and other components that are critical to the equipment.

• inspected for excessive wear, cracks, flaws and deformation.

Procedure:• Corrections shall be made

in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations.

• Prior to inspection, all foreign material such as dirt, paint, grease, oil, scale, etc. shall be removed from the concerned parts by a suitable method (e.g. paint-stripping, steam-cleaning, grit-blasting)

Frequency

Periodic inspection

The recommended schedule for inspection of all kind of Elevators is as follows: Ongoing: IDaily: II6 Monthly: III1 Year: IV

The recommended frequencies apply for equipment in use during the specified period.

The inspection frequencies are only recommendations. The schedule of inspection heavily depends on the following factors:• environment• load cycles• regulatory requirements• operating time• testing

• repairs• re manufacture

Non-periodic inspection

A complete, on-job, shut-down inspection equivalent to the periodical Category III or Category IV should be made before (if anticipated) and after critical jobs (e.g., running heavy casing / drill strings, jarring, pulling on stuck pipes and/or operating at extreme low temperatures) <-20° C (<-4° F).

Inspection

A thorough inspection should be carried out periodically (every 3 months) or as special circumstances may require. Before starting an inspection disconnect hydraulic/pneumatic system and remove all foreign materials (dirt, paint, grease Oil, scale, etc.) from surface by a suitable method. After a field inspection, it is advisable to record the extent of testing and testing results. Conduct the periodic or critical load inspection in the field by the crew with the supervisor. If cracks, excessive wear etc. is recognized, contact Blohm + Voss Oil Tools or an authorized service company.

Inspection categories acc. to API RP 8B

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Critical Load Inspection

Critical loads may occur. For example: impact loads such as jarring, pulling on stuck pipe, etc. If critical loads occurred unexpectedly, conduct the inspection immediately.

Dismantling Inspection

Generally, when the equipment returns to base, warehouse, etc. Carry out the Tool inspection, immediately. Furthermore, control it prior to its being sent on the next job. • The Tool should be dismantled and

inspected in a suitably equipped facility for excessive wear, cracks, flaws or deformations.

• Corrections should be made in accordance with recommendations which can be obtained from Blohm + Voss Oil Tools.

• Weldings at the castings should be done only by Blohm + Voss Oil Tools or an authorized service company in according to Blohm + Voss welding procedure.

• When need is shown in a field inspection, dismantle the Tool and arrange an inspection in a suitably equipped facility.

• Springs should be carefully visually inspected for excessive wear and obvious weakness.

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Inspection check lists

CHECK LIST FRONT PAGE

TYPE OF EQUIPMENT

SERIAL NUMBER

PART NUMBER

SUPERVISOR

DATE OF INSPECTION

INSPECTION CATEGORY

PLACE OF INSPECTION

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Check Category I (Ongoing observation)

Observe during operation for inadequate performance

Check List Category II (Daily)

CHECK FOR THE FOLLOWING GENERAL ISSUES (but not limited to):

DESCRIPTION CHECKED SIGNATURE

1 Complete front page of check list for the records. OK

2 Check for correct size of elevator bushings. OK

3 Check state of lubrication. OK

4 Check functioning of elevator as a whole. OK

Remarks

CHECK FOR LOOSE ITEMS, ESPECIALLY FOR (but not limited to):


1 Hinge pins, bolts and retainers. OK

2 Fixation of bushing segments. OK

3 Screws, bolts, nuts, washers, retainers, springs and lock wire. OK

4 Link blocks. OK

5 Check presence and condition of warning plates and labels. OK

Remarks

CHECK FOR CRACKS, ELONGATION, DAMAGE AND CORROSION, ESPECIALLY FOR (but not limited to):


1 Elevator Body and Door. OK

2 Hing pins, bolts, nuts. OK

3 Bushing Segments. OK

4 Latch and Lug. OK

Remarks

_________________________________ _______________________________SUPERVISOR DATE

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GENERAL


1 Carry out an Category II inspection. OK

2 NDT (MPI) critical areas. Some disassembly may be needed to do so. OK

3 Check parts for wear according to allowable tolerances. OK

Remarks

Check List Category IV (every year)

GENERAL


1 Carry out an Category III inspection. OK

2NDT (MPI) critical areas and load bearing components. Strip elevator to do so.

OK

Remarks

_________________________________ ________________________SUPERVISOR DATE

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Wear data criteria

Body Hinge Pin

(all data in mm) VES-CL 150 VES-CL 250 VES-CL 350 VES-CL 500 VES-CL 750 VES-CL 1000

Dimension dia. new: 54,85 64,85 79,85 89,85 99,85 119,85

Bore dia. new max: 55,08 65,07 80,07 90,07 100,09 120,09Bore dia. worn max: 55,53 65,52 80,65 90,65 100,67 120,67

Latch Hinge Pin

(all data in mm) VES-CL 150 VES-CL 250 VES-CL 350 VES-CL 500 VES-CL 750 VES-CL 1000

Dimension dia. new: 37,85 44,85 54,85 79,85 89,85 119,85

Bore dia. new max: 38,06 45,06 55,07 80,07 90,09 120,09Bore dia. worn max: 38,51 45,54 55,52 80,65 90,67 120,67

Wear Bushing(all data in mm)

VES-CL 150 / VES-CL 1000

Bore code Dimension dia.new a

Bore dia. worn max a

615985-105-BF BC 105 98,4 99,99

615985-109-BF BC 109 131 132,58

615985-111-BF BC 111 146 147,58

615985-113-BF BC 113 176 177,58

615985-114-BF BC 114 176 177,58

615985-115-BF BC 115 155 156,58 a

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Latch area

Critical Areas

Critical fields throught hatching marked

Latch

Latch ear and nose

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Handling, storage and transport

Storage

Storage of the tool requires the following measures to be taken:• Ensure the tool is protected from

water ingress• Ensure the tool is stored in such

a way, that personnel cannot be wounded

• by moving parts or sharp edges. If needed, secure the tool with ropes or otherwise in order to protect it from sliding due to ship movements.

Short term storage after use and less then 3 months

Preserve the tool: Grease all blank surfaces with grease: CylindersPreserve all other blank surfaces with Amber/Tectyl 846 Spray or equivalentStorage: Store in a dry environment with humidity max 80%.Commissioning: Not needed

Long term storage over 3 months

Preserve the tool: Grease all blank surfaces with grease: CylindersPreserve all other blank surfaces with Amber/Tectyl 846 Spray or equivalentStorage: Store in a dry environment with humidity max 80%Commissioning: As per procedure in the User Manual

Handling

Lift the tool by its lifting ears only.

Transport

When the tool is in it’s original crate, use a fork lift for lifting the crate only.The weight of the tool is indicated on the identification area of the tool, and also on its original transporting crate.

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Trouble shooting

In all event where the elevator doesn't function as expected, carry out the following checks to identify the cause of the problem.1. Check if the correct size

components are installed.2. Check if the elevator is well

lubricated.

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P/N 613902-BC Bushing

DP-Size 18° Bore Code P/N Bushing2.3/8 EU 101 613902-101

2.7/8” IU 102 613902-102

2.7/8” EU 103 613902-103

3.1/2” IU 104 613902-104

3.1/2” EU 105 613902-105

4” IU 106 613902-106

4” EU 107 613902-107

4.1/2” IU+IEU 107

4.1/2” EU 109 613902-109

5” IEU 109

6.7/8“ 110

5.1/2“ IEU 111

5.7/8“ 115 613902-115

6.1/2“ 113

6.5/8“ IEU 114

6.5/8“ IEU 119 613902-119

DP-Size 90°2.7/8” IU 153 613902-153

2.7/8” EU 154 613902-154

3.1/2” IU 155 613902-155

3.1/2” EU 156 613902-156

4” IU 157 613902-157

4.1/2” IU+IEU 158 613902-158

5” IEU 159 613902-159

5.1/2“ IEU 160 613902-160

6.5/8“ IEU 161 613902-161

147 mm 167 613902-167

For Drill Collar with Zip Groove Bore Code P/N Bushing4.1/8” 181 613902-181

4.1/4” 210

4.1/2“ 211

4.3/4” 182 613902-182

5.1/4” 183 613902-183

5.1/2“ 184 613902-184

5.3/4“ 185 613902-185

6“ 186 613902-186

6.1/4“ 187 613902-187

6.1/2“ 188 613902-188

6.3/4“ 189 613902-189

7“ 190 613902-190

7.1/4“ 191

7.1/2“ 192

7.3/4“ 193

8“ 194 613902-194

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3.1/4” 271

3.3/8” 309

3.1/2” 272 613902-272

4” 273

4.1/8” 274

4.1/2” 275

4.3/4” 276 613902-276

5” 277

5.1/8” 278

5.1/4” 279

5.1/2“ 280

5.3/4“ 281

6“ 282

6.1/8“ 283

6.1/4“ 284

6.3/8“ 285

6.1/2“ 286 613902-286

6.3/4“ 287

7“ 288

Tubing2.3/8” P 129 613902-129

2.3/8” U 130 613902-130

2.7/8” P 131 613902-131

2.7/8” U 132 613902-132

3.1/2” P 133 613902-133

3.1/2” U 134 613902-134

4” P 135 613902-135

4” U 136 -

4.1/2” P 137 613902-137

4.1/2” U 138 613902-138

5“ P 139 613902-139

5“ U 140 613902-140

5.1/2“ P 141 613902-141

5.1/2“ U 142 613902-142

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5” 223 613902-223

5.1/2“ 224 613902-224

5.3/4“ 225 613902-225

6.1/4“ 227 613902-227

6.5/8“ 228 613902-228

7“ 229 613902-229

7.1/4“ 230 613902-230

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P/N 611900-Y VES-CL 150 Center Latch Elevator

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Parts list 611900-Y

Item Qty. Part No. Description

1 1 611900-Y-BF B+V Type VES-CL-150 Center Latch Elevator

2 1 611503 Latch

3 1 611043* Latch Lock Assy.

4 1 611504 Latch Pin

5 1 611005* Latch Lock Pin

6 1 611506* Latch Spring

7 1 611007* Latch Lock Spring

8 1 611508* Retaining Ring

9 1 611009* Cotter Pin

10 1 611510-1 Hinge Pin


12 2 611512 Link Block

13 4 621430-11 Screw

14 4 755137 Nut

15 4 752339* Cotter Pin

16 3 612515* Grease Nipple

17 3 612518* Protection Cap

18 1 611505* Rivet Pin

19 2 671642* Warning sign "GREASE DAILY"

20 1 671638* Warning sign Blohm + Voss

21 1 671641* Warning sign "squeeze danger"

22 1 613129* Sticker Hotline

23 4 612554* Screw

24 1 612556* Fitting Key

25 1 612557* Screw

26 1 612558* Securing Plate

27 1 613921* Label: Patent Number

28 2 613903* Bowl Fitting Handle

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Parts list 612900-Y


1+2 1 612900-BF VES- CL-250

3 1 612542 Latch

4 1 612543* Latch Lock Assy.







11 1 612510-1 Hinge Pin



14 4 613623-1 Screw

15 4 613556-41 Nut

16 4 752339* Cotter Pin


19 1 615021* Dowel Pin

20 4 612554* Screw


22 1 612557* Screw






28 0,01 755127* Safety Rope for Screws




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Parts list 613000-Y


1 1 613001 Body Part 1

2 1 613002 Body Part 2

3 1 613542 Latch



6 1 612543-1* Latch Lock



9 1 613510-1 Hinge Pin


11 1 615021* Dowel Pin

12 2 613902-1* Holding plate

13 4 617520* Safety sheet

14 4 613902-2* Screw


16 2 612558* Washer with TAP

17 2 612557* Screw

18 4 752339* Cotter Pin

19 4 613556-41 Nut


21 4 613623-1 Screw

22 1 612559* Screw


24 1 612552* Nut








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Parts list 615900-Y


1 1 615901-1 VES-CL-500, Frame

3 1 615023 Latch

4 1 615026* Stop Bolt


6 1 641030* Hinge Pin




10 1 615003 Latch Lock

11 1 615004 Latch Pin

12 1 615010 Hinge Pin

13 1 615019* Bush


15 1 615911* Protector

16 2 710541* Screw

17 4 775069 Screw

18 6 775068* Washer

20 1 615016* Dowel Pin

21 2 613902-1* Holding plate

22 4 613902-2* Screw


24 4 613623-11 Screw

25 4 613556-41 Nut

26 4 752339* Cotter Pin



31 1 615913* Protector Ring







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Parts list 617500-Y


1 1 617501-1 VES-CL 750, Part 1

2 1 617501-2 VES-CL 750, Part 2

3 1 617502 Latch

4 1 617503 Hinge Pin

5 1 617504* Latch Lock



8 1 617507* Stop Bolt

9 1 617508* Rivet Pin

10 1 617509* Distance Bushing





15 2 617523 Link Block 1 - CL-750



18 1 617518* Plate

19 2 617519* Screw


21 4 735308* Screw


23 4 617534 Screw


25 4 775015-1 Nut

26 4 752331* Cotter Pin








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Parts list 611000-Y


1 1 611001-1 VES-CL 1000, Part 1

2 1 611001-2 VES-CL 1000, Part 2

3 1 611002 Latch



6 1 611012-1* Latch Lock


8 1 611015* Stop Bolt

9 1 611016* Rivet Pin




13 12 617534 Screw

14 4 775015-1 Nut

15 4 752331* Cotter Pin

16 1 617518* Plate

17 2 617519* Screw







24 1 611040-H* Distance Bushing

25 4 735308* Screw



28 2 611019 Link Block 1






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Parts list 615985-BC

Item Qty. Description

1 1 Wear Bushing

2 6 Washer

3 6 Spring ring

4 6 Screw

Bore code615985-BC

Wear Bushing Washer (6x) Spring Ring (6x) Screw (6x)

BC 103 -

613546 613547

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BC 104 - -

BC 105 615985-105-BF 671117

BC 109 615985-109-BF 775967

BC 111 615985-111-BF 672117

BC 113 615985-113-BF612559

BC 114 615985-114-BF

BC 115 615985-115-BF 672117

other sizes on request

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3 1 611043 Latch Lock Assy.

5 1 611005 Latch Lock Pin

6 1 611506 Latch Spring

7 1 611007 Latch Lock Spring

8 10 611508 Retaining Ring

9 10 611009 Cotter Pin


15 20 752339 Cotter Pin

16 10 612515 Grease Nipple

17 10 612518 Protection Cap

18 3 611505 Rivet Pin

19 6 671642 Warning sign "GREASE DAILY"

20 3 671638 Warning sign Blohm + Voss

21 3 671641 Warning sign "squeeze danger"

22 3 613129 Sticker Hotline

23 4 612554 Screw

24 3 612556 Fitting Key

25 4 612557 Screw

26 10 612558 Securing Plate

27 3 613921 Label: Patent Number

28 2 613903 Bowl Fitting Handle

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16 20 752339 Cotter Pin


19 3 615021 Dowel Pin

20 4 612554 Screw


22 4 612557 Screw






28 1 755127 Safety Rope for Screws




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6 1 612543-1 Latch Lock



11 3 615021 Dowel Pin

12 2 613902-1 Holding plate

13 20 617520 Safety sheet

14 4 613902-2 Screw


16 10 612558 Washer with TAP

17 2 612557 Screw

18 20 752339 Cotter Pin

19 4 613556-41 Nut


21 4 613623-1 Screw

22 1 671056 Screw


24 1 612552 Nut








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13 1 615019 Bush


15 1 615911 Protector

16 2 710541 Screw

18 20 775068 Washer

20 1 615016 Dowel Pin

21 2 613902-1 Holding plate

22 4 613902-2 Screw

26 20 752339 Cotter Pin



31 1 615913 Protector Ring







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9 3 617508 Rivet Pin

10 1 617509 Distance Bushing






18 1 617518 Plate

19 2 617519 Screw


21 4 735308 Screw



26 20 752331 Cotter Pin








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9 3 611016 Rivet Pin



15 20 752331 Cotter Pin

16 1 617518 Plate

17 2 617519 Screw







24 1 611040-H Distance Bushing

25 4 735308 Screw








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