USAGE DIRECTION

FOR TYPE SX(CD) ELEVATORS

（VERSION OF 2021-10）

Jiangsu Rutong Petro-Machinery Co., Ltd.

Add：No. 33 Huaihe Road, Economic Development, Jiangsu, Province China.
Tel：+86 0513 84510292/84129120
Fax：+86 0513-84523102 P.C：226400
Http://www.rutong.com E-mail: [email protected]
I、 Description
The SX series side door elevators are hoisting tools for handling casing in oil and gas
fields. They are designed and manufactured according to API Spec 8C－specification
for drilling and production Hoisting Equipment.

1、body 2、link block 3、hinge pin 4、door 5、latch lock 6、latch

STRUCTURAL DIAGRAM

II、TECHNICAL PARAMETERS
Casing Elevator

Casing O.D. Dia. of Bore Rated load

Type
in mm in mm tons kN
SX95/8/-□ 95/8 244.48 9.781 248.44
SX97/8-□ 97/8 250.83 10.031 254.79 350 3114
SX103/4-□ 103/4 273.05 10.938 277.83 500 4448

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 SX113/4-□ 113/4 298.45 11.938 303.07
SX127/8-□ 127/8 327.03 13.063 331.67
SX133/8-□ 133/8 339.73 13.563 344.53
SX135/8-□ 135/8 346.08 13.813 350.96
SX14-□ 14 355.60 14.203 360.61
SX163/4-□ 163/4 425.45 16.981 431.33
SX185/8-□ 185/8 473.08 18.875 479.55
SX20-□ 20 508 28.281 514.91
SX22-□ 22 558.8 22.281 566.29
SX24-□ 24 609.6 24.313 617.60
SX241/2-□ 241/2 622.3 24.813 630.42
SX26-□ 26 660.40 26.344 668.90
SX27-□ 27 685.80 27.344 694.56
SX28-□ 28 711.20 28.359 720.21
SX30-□ 30 762 30.375 771.52
SX36-□ 36 914.40 36.438 925.44 350 3114
NOTE：□= Max. load
III、INSTALLATION
1.Remove the link retainer nut from the link retainer bolt
2.Hook the small end of the link through the link retainer opening
3.Replace the link retainer bolt and link bolt nut.
4.Repeat this procedure on the other link arm.
5.To remove, simply reverse the installation process.

IV、OPERATION
Operation of the elevator is straight forward. The door is opened by gripping the latch lock and
pulling outward. This automatically releases the latch and latch lock assembly so the elevator can be
positioned on the pipe. When the elevator is properly closed around the pipe, the latch and latch lock
locks automatically (see "caution")

CAUTION:
. As the design standard GB/T 19190 and API Spec 8C, the normal working temperature of the
elevator should be not less than -20℃. If the working temperature is below -20℃, it must be noted in
the contract and executed in accordance with API Spec 8C Appendix A Low Temperature
Supplementary Requirements.
Please check the low temperature testing report along with elevators to see if the temperature in
report is accordant with the temperature for usage required in purchase order.

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. "SX "series elevators should only be used with tubular having square shoulder connections or lifting
plugs.
. Be sure to use the door handle provided for operating the elevator. Keep hands and fingers clear of
the elevator bore when installing the elevator on the pipe.
．Check the latch lock for full engagement when closed around the pipe.
. Be sure that the elevator's bore coincides with the type tubing, casing, wash pipe, or drill collar you
are lifting and that there is a proper fit between the two.
. Oversize pipe could cause difficulties in latching or possibly result in the elevator latching partially
or not at all.
. Inspect the bore, latch, latch pin and hinge pin regularly for wear, proper bore codes and
dimensions are given in current catalogs.
. Elevators are manufactured to operate at rated capacity in a vertical direction. When used to pick up
or lay down a single joint of pipe in a non-vertical position, the operator must ensure that the latch,
safety latch ＆ latch springs are in good working order and that the elevator is fully latched. Prior to
hoisting with the elevator from any position, it is necessary to ensure that the elevator is completely
installed around the pipe and that the latches are properly engaged. Failure to do this could result in
serious injury.

V、MAINTENANCE
The elevators can be maintained and inspected in accordance with API RP 8B, Recommended
Practice for Procedures for Inspections, Maintenance, Repair and Remanufacture of Hoisting
Equipment”.
5.1 INSPECTION
To insure optimum performance from the SX series elevators, the following checks should be
performed once a week:
. Check for worn hinge pin and latch pin and their mating parts. these, If worn, may hinder proper
opening and closing of the door and latch and latch lock engagement.
. Check for proper latch and latch lock spring performance
. Check for proper operation of latch stop mechanism.
. Check spring for damage, deformation and lack of tension
The elevator should be opened and checked at least 5 times a day before use. Make sure all the parts
are locked reliably to prevent falling anything caused by looseness.

5.2 LUBRICANTS
Lubricate the elevator regularly during the 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 elevator is in use, Lubricate the elevator to the following schedule:
DAILY
1. GREASE HINGE PIN.
2. LUBRICATE LATCH PIN AND LATCH LOCK PIN.
3. GREASE UNDERSIDE OF LIFTING EYES.
4. GREASE BORE AND SEATING SURFACE.

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 WEEKLY
1. BRUSH GREASE ON SPRINGS.
2. GREASE LINK RETAINER FASTNERS.
5.3 SHOP REPAIRS
ELEVATOR DISASSEMBLING
The "SX" series elevator requires minimum attention. When it becomes necessary to replace part.
Use the following disassembling procedure.
1. The hinge pin is retained by a lock bar. Drive out hinge pin from the bottom of the elevator while
shearing the lock bar.
2. To remove the latch lock and latch lock spring to disassemble latch and
latch lock assembly . Grind off upset of the latch lock pin and drive out the pin from the opposite
side.
3. To remove the latch pin, grind off the upset of the latch pin and drive out from opposite end.

CAUTION:
Do not use any elevator if the latch and latch lock not function properly.
. Use only parts manufactured and sold by JIANGSU RUTONG PETRO-MACHINERY CO.,LTD.
. Re-machining and reheat-treating should be performed at JIANGSU RUTONG PETRO-MACHINERY
CO.,LTD manufacturing facility, or in accordance with API RP 8B.
. Improper machining could result in increased stress (decreased load carrying capability) of
improper alignment of component parts. Either condition could be hazardous to personnel and
equipment.
. Due to the complex metallurgy found in JIANGSU RUTONG PETRO-MACHINERY CO.,LTD. materials,
welding should be performed at JIANGSU RUTONG PETRO-MACHINERY CO.,LTD manufacturing
facility, or in accordance with API RP 8B
. Bodies and doors are specifically matched by our trained. For this reason, a body or door from one
elevator should never be changed with a body or door from another elevator.
. Pins retained by riveting or penning must be well secured by upsetting a substantial amount of
material on the pin or mating parts
. Always wear gloves and eye protection when grinding, striking or handling parts.
. Practices 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.

VI、TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE

1. Crash is forbidden when in transportation of the elevator. It must be prevented from rain.
2. The products must be stored in the dry and well-ventilated place and prevented from in the sun or
in the rain. It is forbidden to let the products contact acids, alkalis、salts and some other corrosion
substance.