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SNL078.00.000RE

User Manual

Downhole Spectral Acoustic Logging Tool

Chorus 9
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Contents

1 Introduction 2
1.1 User Manual Scope 2
1.2 Requirements to personnel 2
2 Description and operation 3
2.1 Designation 3
2.2 Function 3
2.3 Area of application 3
2.4 Operating conditions 3
2.5 Technical specifications 4
2.6 Design and operation 6
2.7 Accessories and consumables 10
2.8 Markings 10
2.9 Package and contents 10
2.10 Description and operation of the tool main
components 12
3 Preparing the tool for operation 15
3.1 Operating restrictions 15
3.2 Safety measures 15
3.3 Visual inspection 15
3.4 Tool activation 15
3.5 Initial startup of the tool 16
3.6 Tool startup prior to operation 16
3.7 Working with the tool after logging operations 20
3.8 Connecting the tool to other downhole tools 21
4 List of typical malfunctions and troubleshooting 23
5 Preventive Maintenance, storage, transportation
and disposal procedures 26
5.1 General guidelines 26
5.2 Preventive Maintenance procedure 28
5.3 Storage 30
5.4 Transportation 30
5.5 Disposal 30
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1 Introduction

1.1 User Manual Scope

This User Manual contains description of the design and provides instructions for
deployment, operation and maintenance of Chorus 9 Downhole Acoustic Logging Tool.

1.2 Requirements to personnel

The operating personnel must meet the following qualifications:

- Oilfield experience;
- Logging tool operation experience;
- Knowledge of electrical and occupational safety at oil wells;
- Bench tool skills;
- PC and Windows OS skills at an advanced user’s level.

The list of used acronyms is given in Table 1.

Table 1

Acronym Full name

HF High frequency
UM User Manual
ED Engineering Documentation
MC Microcontroller
LF Low frequency
PC Personal computer
SW Software
PM Preventive Maintenance
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2 Description and operation

2.1 Designation

Chorus 9 downhole spectral acoustic logging tool engineering documentation code is

SNL078.00.000.

2.2 Function

Chorus 9 (‘Tool’, further on in the text) is designed to measure acoustic emissions

generated by fluid and/or gas flows during logging operations conducted in oil and gas
wells.

2.3 Area of application

Logging surveys in oil and gas wells.

2.4 Operating conditions

The tool will remain functional under the following operating conditions:
- Ambient temperature: -20...+150 (C (-4…+302 (F);

- In formation fluids, mineral and semi-synthetic oils at H 2S concentrations up to 30%

(provided that TFE/P (Aflas) Black Duro 90 O-Rings are installed);

- Under ambient pressures up to 60 MPa (8,702, psi).

The tool can be supplied in two modifications:

- SNL078.00.000 (‘INDIGO version’, further on in the text);

- SNL078.00.000-01 (‘Memory version’, further on in the text).
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2.5 Technical specifications

Table 2

Description Parameter value

With Raycom Genuine Viton A -20 – 150 °С
Operating temperature 90 Shore (1) rings installed (-4 – 302 °F)
range With Raycom Aflas FERM A 0 – 150 °С
90H (1) rings installed (32 – 302 °F)
Maximum ambient operating pressure (2) 60 MPa (8,702 psi)
With Raycom Genuine Viton A
Up to 5%
90 Shore (1) rings installed
H2S and CO2 resistance
With Raycom Aflas FERM A
From 5 % to 30%
90H (1) rings installed
HF channel dynamic range, typical value 100 dB
LF channel dynamic range, typical value 110 dB
Signal sampling rate 1 sec
LF channel 8–5,000 Hz
Frequency band
HF channel 3,000–58,600 Hz
LF channel 10 Hz
Frequency resolution
HF channel 115 Hz
LF channel 5 mV/Pa
Sensitivity, min
HF channel 25 mV/Pa
IDLE mode 16 mA
Mode 1x 20 mA
Average consumption
current for memory type Mode 2x 24 mA
tool at Т=25°С
Full-Time mode 50 mA

IDLE mode 12 mA
Average consumption
current for Indigo type Mode 1x 15 mA
tool at Т=25°С
Rated power supply Memory type tool 7±0.5 V
voltage Indigo type tool 18±1 V
Capsule
Memory type tool
Battery type 2xER26500S (4)
Indigo type tool Indigo BAT module
Maximum recording time 70/35/17.5/15.5/1.2
1 GB memory version
in 1х/2х/4х/SD (5) / hrs
Full-time modes 2 GB memory version 140/70/35/31 /2.4 hrs
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Table 2 (continued)
Description
Parameter value

Operating time on one battery, at least 140 hrs

With Polished Rod crossover 0.245 m (0.80 ft)

Measure point Without Polished Rod
0.127 m (0.42 ft)
crossover
Voltage (RMS), max 600 V
Feedthrough core Amperage (RMS), max 2A
parameters: Insulation resistance
50 MOhm
breakdown test at 1000 V , min

8500/8500 kg
Maximum working compression/tension
(18,800 lbs)

Outside diameter 42 mm (1.65 in)

With Polished Rod crossover 0.938 m (3.07 ft)
Length Without Polished Rod
0.808 m (2.65 ft)
crossover
With Polished Rod crossover 6 kg (13.2 lbs)
Maximum weight Without Polished Rod
5 kg (11.0 lbs)
crossover
Protective housing material Titanium
Average service life 5 (2(3)) years

(1)
: The recommended O-Ring brands and types: Marco Rubber FKM V1090, Raycom
Genuine Viton A 90 Shore, with O-rings made of FKM (Viton) material; Marco Rubber
Aflas L1009, Raycom Aflas FEPM A 90H (FA-100H), with O-rings made of TFE/P Aflas
material;
(2)
: The maximum operating pressure rating is subject to the condition that the
hydrophone housing OD wear does not exceed 0.1 mm;
(3)
: In wells with H 2S concentrations above 5%, provided that Raycom Aflas FERM A
90H O-Rings are installed;
(4)
: Can be replaced with other types of batteries with similar specifications and
capacity minimum 6.0 A/Hr;
(5)
: SD – Sand Detection mode (8x-HP, 1x-LP);

All materials used in the external parts of the tool meet NACE TM 0177-2005 and
NACE TM 0284-2011 requirements.
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2.6 Design and operation

The tool (see Fig. 1) consists of the following main components:

1 – Hydrophone; 2 – Electronics module; 3 – Holder; 4 – Fill plug.

1
4
3

Fig. 1. - Chorus 9 - General View

The product consists of downhole tool, patch cable, and PC software.

The tool records downhole acoustic signals and then matches the recorded data to
the time at which the logging survey was run. The software is programmable and
supports acquisition, processing and storage of the data acquired by the tool, and the
processed data output in graphic or digital form to display and/or printer.

The tool operates under a cyclogram assigned by the user. In the cyclogram, the user
can assign a data-recording mode which is determined by the number of samples
recorded per second. The modes are conventionally designated as “1х”, “2х”, “4х”,
“Sand Detection” and “Full-time".

The analogue signal from piezoelectric cells is transmitted to two pre-amplifier inputs
and then to HF and LF channel filters. After that the signals are digitised by
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appropriate ADC (HF, LF) and the resulting data are saved in memory. The data are
stored in a file in binary code.
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Grip area

Measure point

Fig. 2. Chorus 9 – Dimensional Drawing

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Grip area

Measure point

Fig. 2a. Chorus 9 with Polished Rod crossovers (included into SNL078.00.603
package) - Dimensional Drawing
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2.7 Accessories and consumables

- Multimeter;

- Flat-blade screwdriver (3 mm blade);

- Pipe wrench (42 mm span);

- Torque screwdriver Garant No. 659906 500 with 659920 3 (Heagon 3) bit;

- Socket wrench with T-shaped handle, WihaClassic 336 Zoll 02820 1/4 x 150;

- Calliper gauge SZZ-I-125-0.01 GOST 166-89 with max 2 mm bearing surface

diameter for piston depth measurement;

- Crescent wrench, 36 x 32 mm;

- Molykote 55 O-Ring grease;

- 2-battery capsule ER26500S-LD;

- Desktop PC or a laptop with OS Windows 8 or Windows 10 installed;

- Other accessories and consumables are included in the tool spare parts kit.

2.8 Markings

According to the ED, the following markings should be made on the tool (See Fig. 2):

- Product code and manufacturer’s logotype on the protective housing;

- Product index and serial number on the holder.

2.9 Package and contents

Packaging requirements:

- The product is packed as per GOST 12997–84-1700 into a case of PELI PELI 1700
type according to Packing Drawing SNL078.00.000-Т10 UC;

- Outer threaded connection should be protected with a safety cap;

- Spare O-rings, lock washers, and safety rings are to be packed into Zip-Lock bags
separately for each type and size;

- Service documents are to be packed into a Zip-Lock bag.

A packing sheet containing the following info is attached to the tool:

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- Packing list number;

- Product index and serial number;

- Inspector's and packer's signatures;

- Packing date.

To avoid any possible damage, the tools should be transported in a shipping box only.

The tool package items are listed in Table 3 and spare parts kit in Table 4.

Table 3 – Tool package

Description Designation Quantity, ea Comments

Chorus 9 Acoustic SNL078.00.000-

1
Logging Tool ____
Software package
- 1

Certificate SNL078.00.000PS 1 copy

User Manual
SNL078.00.000RE 1 copy

Patch cable SNL078.10.000 1 ea.

Included in Spare
X-over SNL075.00.002 1 ea.
Part Kit
X-over SNL075.00.003 1 ea.
SNL078.00.603
Safety cap TEYAN037.00.037 1 ea.
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Table 4. - Spare parts kit

Supply
Description Designation Qty Comments
option
Safety ring KZ 324-380 HT 3 ea. Included in
No. 1 – Basic Lock washer TEYAN037.00.020 3 ea. Spare Part Kit
(at H 2S and O-Ring 2-211 SNL078.00.00.
- 6 ea. 600
CO2 up to 5 FKM Viton 90 A
%) O-Ring 3.6 х 32
6 ea.
FKM Viton 90 A
No. 2 - At H2S Safety ring KZ 324-380 HT 3 ea.
Lock washer TEYAN037.00.020 3 ea. Included in
and CO2 from
Spare Part Kit
5 % to 30 %; O-Ring 2-211
H2O;
Supplied Aflas FEPM A
6 ea. SNL078.00.60
under a 90H
1.
separate
Supplied
order instead O-Ring 3.6 x 32 under a
of Supply
Aflas FEPM A 6 ea. separate order
Option 1 90H

2.10 Description and operation of the tool main components

2.10.1 The hydrophone consists of two piezoelectric cells connected to the

electronics module via electrical feed-throughs. The hydrophone internal cavities are
filled with silicon fluid (Fig. 3).

Hydrophone

Piezoelectric cells

Fig. 3. Hydrophone

2.10.2 Electronics module consists of electronics module board and SNL AMI HT
modem board which are fastened, respectively, to frame and battery pack chassis.
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Both devices are electrically interconnected with wires and ensure tool operation in
INDIGO mode (Fig. 4) or memory mode (Fig. 4a).
The electronics module is divided in three functional parts:
- Analogue part which consists of amplifier, filter and ADC;
- Digital part which includes MC and memory chip;
- Power supply unit.
The analogue part amplifies the signal, dividing it into HF and LF bands, and digitises
the signal.
The digital part controls the tool, reads out and stores data in memory.
The power supply unit generates principal voltages: :+5.5 В, -5.5 В, +5 В, -5 В, +3.3
В, +1.8 V.
The AMI modem HT board contains digital circuits which maintain communication
with the tool in INDIGO or EWL mode via single-wire communication line under AMI
protocol.
2.10.3 Memory version of the tool has a battery compartment where 2ER26500S
capsule can be accommodated (Fig. 4а).The battery should have negative
(black/blue) and positive (red) tin-plated wire leads. These contacts should be sealed
with heat-shrink tube of red (positive lead) and blue/black (negative lead) colour.

Electronics
module
compartment

Frame
AMI modem HT

Chassis

Fig. 4 – Electronics module

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Electronics
module
compartment
2ER26500S
capsule
compartment
Frame

Chassis

Fig. 4а – Electronics module

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3 Preparing the tool for operation

3.1 Operating restrictions

3.1.1 The tool should be used in wells and operating environment with known limiting
parameters which do not exceed the relevant ratings of the tool (See Table 2).

3.1.2 No torque is allowed to be transferred from the tool via the hydrophone when the
tool is assembled/disassembled (Fig. 3).

3.1.3 No shocks or other force impacts on the hydrophone are allowed (Fig. 3).

3.1.4 Chorus 9 with standard O-rings is not allowed to be run in H 2S wells.

3.2 Safety measures

During the operations, follow the regulatory requirements effective in the Company.

3.3 Visual inspection

3.3.1 After unpacking, the tool needs to be visually inspected for damages.

3.3.2 The surfaces should be free of dents.

3.3.3 Remove plastic protective caps from the tool. Make sure that O-rings and safety
rings are installed in field positions and visually inspect their condition.

3.3.4 Rubber rings should have no shears, burrs, cuts, or swells. If necessary, replace
O-rings with new ones.

3.3.5 There should be no penetration holes, fractures, or oil stains on tool parts.
Retainer rings should be staked.

IMPORTANT: In case any defects have been found, the

manufacturer will decide if further operation is feasible.
Deformation of body parts and threaded connections precludes
any further use of the tool.

3.4 Tool activation

3.4.1 MAXIM software installation

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The MAXIM software is used for programming the tool and downloading data from it.
Chorus 9 has one programming interface which operates under USB 2.0 protocol.

Install MAXIM programme as described in MAXIM User Manual. Use TGT Updater to
download the latest version of the programme.

3.4.2 Driver installation

If your PC has access to Internet, the driver will be installed automatically when the
tool is connected for the first time. If automatic driver installation fails, install the driver
manually from MAXIM working folder. To do so, open Device Manager and select TGT
WinUSB SNL Device, then right click on the icon and select Update Driver. In the
appeared window select Manual Search and Installation, and specify the driver search
path: C:\ Program Files\ TGT\ MAXIM\ Plugins\ INDIGO Suite\ Tools\ SNL. Click
Continue and wait until the driver is updated.

3.5 Initial startup of the tool

3.5.1 Prior to commencing logging operations at well site, inspect the tool visually as
per P. 3.3.

3.5.2 Test the tool in SNLMT-2 Mobile Tester as per User Manual LE006.12.000RE.

3.5.3 Check battery capsule status. The capsule should be new and undamaged.

IMPORTANT: While working with a lithium battery, avoid wire

short-circuiting in order to prevent battery combustion or
explosion.

3.5.4 Trim capsule wires as follows: Cut wires 60...70 mm from tool body, remove 5…8
mm of insulation from wire ends, and, if necessary, tinplate the ends with HMP
soldering alloy.

3.5.5 Make sure that patch cable SNL078.10.000 is available and check its condition.

3.6 Tool startup prior to operation

3.6.1 Put the tool in SNMLT-2 mobile tester case and test the tool HF cannel for
background noises. Use 4x recording mode, with the recording session duration of
300 sec. Check noise level in the resulting data using SNLTime software: go to Tools
menu and select Tool background check. After the test, Deviation field should turn
green.
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3.6.2 Connecting the memory type tool

3.6.2.1 Install battery capsule into electronics module chassis (Fig. 5).

Cover

Battery capsule

Power terminal

Chassis

Fig. 5. – Battery capsule installation

3.6.2.2 Put cover in place and fasten with three standard-issue screws.

3.6.2.3 Connect wires to power terminal. Push back internal spring inside terminal and
insert battery capsule leads into terminal using 3.5 mm screwdriver or similar tool (Fig.
6).
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Screwdriver

Battery
capsule lead

Fig. 6. Connecting battery capsule to terminal

IMPORTANT: Observe polarity marks on the battery capsule and

power terminal. First connect positive (red) wire and then negative
(black/blue) wire.

IMPORTANT: Do not use excessive force when pushing back

connector internal spring, to prevent its breaking.

3.6.2.4 Check voltage on power terminal with voltage meter. The voltage should be
within the range of 6.5 V – 7.2 V.
3.6.2.5 Connect tool to PC via patch cable SNL078.10.000 (Fig. 7).

Cable
Connection
connector
marks
Fig. 7 Connecting patch cable to logging tool
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IMPORTANT: Follow the marks on the frame and cable connector

to make sure that the cable is connected correctly (See Fig. 7).

3.6.2.6 Tool connection will be confirmed by a sound signal from the PC and TGT
WinUSB SNL Device will be displayed.

3.6.2.7 Tool operability check, cyclogram preparation and tool startup for cyclogram
execution is performed using MAXIM programme.

3.6.3 Start MAXIM. Select INDIGO Suite and open Memory Mode tab. If the tool has
not been found automatically, check if it is selected as identifiable in Auto Scan list
and, if not, put the relevant switch in ON position. Then click Scan button and the
working cyclogram earlier uploaded into the tool will be downloaded and visualised,
and a message that the tool has been found correctly will be displayed in the log
window. If a tool detection and availability error message appears, unplug and
reconnect power source and patch cable.

3.6.3.1 Before starting operations, it is recommended to test the tool memory. To do

so, click TEST button. Once the test has been completed, a log window containing the
test results will appear. The log window will display the number of bad memory sectors,
the information about tool calibration availability/unavailability, and the microcontroller
programme version.

3.6.4 Preparing and writing a cyclogram into the tool

If a pre-loaded cyclogram does not need to be changed, you can skip the programming
phase and start the tool.

The cyclogram may consist of several intervals.

To prepare and write a cyclogram, go through the following steps:

- Specify the required number of working intervals;

- Set each interval’s duration in days, hours, and minutes;

- Select tool operation mode: 1х, 2х, Sand detection, or Full-time (continuous
recording);

- Select tool status within each interval. The tool status determines if data are going to
be recorded into tool memory during the selected time interval.
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To write a new cyclogram into the tool, click Program button in the bottom part of the
window and wait until the operation is over (progress bar 100%). If the writing
operation is successful, the log window should display this message: ‘SNL is ready’.

3.6.5 Tool startup for cyclogram execution

Click Start button to put the tool into operating mode under the cyclogram.

A successful start will be confirmed by the corresponding message and the tool status
will change to WORK. Chorus 9 is identified as SNL9a with appropriate serial number.
If the need arises to change the cyclogram when the tool is in operating mode, click
Stop button to stop the operation. If Stop command has been successfully executed,
the tool status will change from WORK to IDLE. After that you can change the
cyclogram and restart the tool.

Once the work is completed, disconnect all patch cables from the tool and screw on
protective housing. Now the preparatory stage is over and the tool is ready for
operation.

3.7 Working with the tool after logging operations

3.7.1 After completion of logging operations, dismantle tool from toolstring and clean
(flush) it from dirt. The tool can be cleaned up without disassembling the toolstring.
Visually inspect tool for any defects.

3.7.2 Downloading data from the tool

3.7.2.1 Back out the protective housing from the tool. Measure supply voltage on the
battery terminals using a multimeter. Write down the measurement result into the
report.

3.7.2.2 Connect the tool to PC using a patch cable SNL078.10.000 and launch MAXIM
programme.

If the cyclogram has been finished before the beginning of downloading process, the
tool status will change from WORK to IDLE. If the tool is still operating under a
cyclogram (the status is WORK), you will not be able to download the data. When
required, the tool can be stopped by clicking Stop button.

3.7.2.3 Click Download button to download data and select a directory in the dialog
box where the data are to be saved.

Data downloading and saving process might take some time (max 30 min) and then
the integral noise power graph will be visualised in MAXIM (Fig. 8). This graph is used
for visual data quality control: straight horizontal high-amplitude bars means that the
tool is in motion and vertical low-amplitude bars indicate that the measurements are
taken at stations. The data saved into the specified directory in binary format are
afterwards handed over for further processing.
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Fig. 8. Integral noise power graph – A Sample

3.7.2.4 Servicing the tool after logging operations

After the data have been downloaded, disconnect tool from PC and perform technical
maintenance as per Section 5.

3.8 Connecting the tool to other downhole tools

Two crossovers are included into the supply package in order to be able to connect
the tool to other tools with different threaded joints. Their general, with indication of
typical samples, are similar to Figures 9 and 10.
The crossover can be installed either on the front or the rear end of the tool.

1 3/16”-12- UN Sucker-rod thread

Inverted GO 15/16-10”

Fig. 9 – X-Over SNL075.00.002

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Sucker-rod thread

1 3/16”-12- UN 15/16-10”

Inverted GO

Fig. 10. X-Over SNL075.00.003.

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4 List of typical malfunctions and

troubleshooting

It is expected that before the test all tool hardware and software interfaces would have
been installed and configured, with battery checked and ready for operation.

Required equipment:

- Multimeter and other test instruments.

Table 5
Problem Probable cause
Remedial action

1. No communication Check supply voltage and

with PC make sure that battery
No regular supply voltage
capsule is securely and
is available
correctly connected to power
terminal of the tool
USB drivers are not
Install drivers
installed
Make sure that cable is
Patch cable is connected
connected securely and
insecurely or incorrectly
correctly
Patch cable is damaged Replace cable
Contact service engineer for
Tool failure
help
2. Data cannot be Make sure that cable is
Patch cable is connected
read out connected securely and
insecurely or incorrectly
correctly
Switch off WORK mode.
Tool is still in WORK
Repeat data readout
mode
procedure
Contact service engineer for
Tool failure
help
3. No electrical Connector work surfaces Clean connector contacts
connection between are contaminated
front end and rear
Disassemble connectors
end connectors of the Central wire is broken
tool and repair broken wire
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Table 5 (continued)
Problem Probable cause
Remedial action
4. Low sensitivity of Ingress of gas into hydrophone. Change oil as per
the tool during tests Electronics module failure SNL078.00.000IS.
Sensor element defect Contact service
engineer for help
5. Tool fails
background noise Change oil as per
level test as per P. Ingress of gas into hydrophone. SNL078.00.000IS.
2.5 of Electronics module failure Contact service
SNL078.00.000ISZ engineer for help

6. Tool body parts

are deformed and/or
Sensor element defect Contact service
have penetration
engineer for help
defects (fractures)

7. Increased current Presence of

consumption in IDLE unauthorised
Contact service
mode (more than 30 conductive materials
engineer for help
mA) on electronic
components.
Deterioration of radio elements

8. Decreased current
consumption (less Damaged PCB. Contact service
than 20 mA) or no Deterioration/defect engineer for help
current in IDLE mode of radio elements

9. Threaded
Stop tightening thread
connections cannot
connection and back it
be made up (thread
off. Clean threaded
is jamming).
Thread contamination parts with cloth, purge
DO NOT apply
with compressed air,
excessive force to
and apply Molykote
cope with jamming
55 O-ring grease.
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Table 5 (continued)
Problem Probable cause
Remedial action
If practicable, replace
Mechanically damaged thread damaged parts or
(wrinkling, crushing, etc.) contact service
engineer for help
Stop tightening thread
connection and back it
off. Once the threaded
joint is backed off
clean thread with
wiping rag and inspect
for damage. If
Parts or tools to be connected are
thread is damaged,
not properly aligned
contact service
engineer for help;
otherwise re-grease
thread with Molykote
55 O-Ring Grease
and try to make up
parts once again

IMPORTANT: When in operation, protective housing and bronze

parts will change colour (tarnish) and form a sulphide film.
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5 Preventive Maintenance, storage,

transportation and disposal procedures
5.1 General guidelines

5.1.1 Preventive Maintenance operations are performed to keep the tool in constant
readiness for work.

5.1.2 While performing PM-2 and PM-3 follow the guidelines given in Preventive
Maintenance Manual SNL078.00.00.000IS.

5.1.3 The types of tool maintenance (PM) are listed in Table 6.

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Table 6
Preventive Activity owner/
Type of Brief description Maintenance cycles
Preventive Preventive
and conditions Maintenance
Maintenance
location
PM-1 After each logging  Within 24 hours after Logging
survey logging survey operator /
Logging
company work
shop
PM-2 To be performed in  Once every 12 Service engineer
order to extend the months of operation /
service life or storage Service centre or
 After the tool has Manufacturer’s
been run in six wells: facilities
at ambient
temperatures above
120 °С or pressure
above 90 MPa;
 After operation in a
gassy well;
 After operation in a
well with H2S
content above 5 %.
PM-3 To be performed  Tool malfunction. Service engineer
when complete  Faults have been /
overhaul is identified during PM- Service centre or
required 2. Manufacturer’s
 Tool has been facilities
operating downhole
for 5,000 hours.
 Electronics module
malfunction.

To check tool  Once every 12 Service engineer

Calibration in sensitivity and months. /
SNCS-2 update its  After Service centre or
stand amplitude- repair/replacement Manufacturer’s
frequency of sensitive element facilities
response or electronics
characteristics module
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5.2 Preventive Maintenance procedure

5.2.1 Tool Preventive Maintenance is to be performed in the scope and according to

the procedure specified in Table 7.

Table 7
Type of Preventive
Comments
Operation Maintenance
PM-1 PM-2 PM-3
Washing outer surface and cleaning of
+ + +
the tool
Checking for loose screws, nuts,
connectors.
+ + +
Checking retainer rings and sensor
element integrity.
Cleaning and lubricating threaded Molykote 55 O-Ring
+ + +
connections grease
Molykote 55 O-Ring
Replacing O-rings in field connections ◯ + +
grease
Dismantling and cleaning all O-rings,
- + +
refilling with oil
Refilling with oil, O-rings replacement ◯ + +
As per User Manual
Testing in SNLMT-2 mobile tester ◯ + +
LE006.12.00.000RE
As per User Manual
Calibration in SNCS-2 stand - + +
LE006.12.00.000RE

Note: “+” means that the operation marked with this sign is to be performed, “-” mean
that operation is not to be performed, and «◯» that operation is to be performed as
required.

IMPORTANT: Take extreme caution when disassembling the tool.

Excess pressure may still remain inside the tool. Unscrew parts and
assemblies slowly, bleeding off gas accumulated in tool cavities.
During disassembly it is prohibited to:
- Stand in the line of possible expulsion of the part being dismantled;
- Work without safety glasses.
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O-Ring 2-211 FKM

(Viton) A 90 Shore
O-Ring 3,6x32 Field type, 2 ea.
FKM (Viton) A 90
Shore
Lab type, 2 ea.

O-Ring 3,6x32
FKM (Viton) A
90 Shore
Field type, 2 ea

O-Ring 3,6x32
FKM (Viton) A 90 O-Ring 1.9x4 FKM (Viton)
Shore A 90 Shore
Lab type, 2 ea. Lab type, 2 ea.

O-Ring 3,6x32
FKM (Viton) A 90 O-Ring 2.5x10 FKM
Shore (Viton) A 90 Shore
Lab type, 2 ea. Lab type, 2 ea.

O-Ring 1,9x6 FKM

(Viton) A 90 Shore
O-Ring 2-211 FKM
Lab type, 2 ea.
(Viton) A 90 Shore
Field type, 2 ea.

O-Ring 2,5x10
FKM (Viton) A 90
Shore
Lab type, 2 ea.

Fig. 11. Chorus 9 O-Rings (lab and field types) arrangement

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5.3 Storage

The tool must be stored in a shipping box in which it has been delivered or in a
dry and ventilated storage room at temperatures from +1 °С to +40 °С and maximum
relative humidity of 80 % with no acid or alkali vapours and other corrosive mixtures
in the environment (L Group under GOST 15150-69).

While in service, the tool must be kept in the logging unit with other logging
equipment and be securely fixed for transportation, or stored on a special rack in the
storage room.

No additional procedures are required in case the tool is to be mothballed.

5.4 Transportation

The tool should be transported in conformance with the following conditions and
procedures:

Tool transportation conditions are as specified for Group 7 GOST 15150-69 -

Machinery, Tools and other Equipment. Modifications for different climatic regions.

Limiting transportation conditions:

- Ambient temperature: from -20 °С to + 50 °С;

- Relative humidity at 30 oC: max. 95 %;

- Vibration in the range of 4-72 Hz with maximum acceleration of 30 m/sec2;

- Repetition rate of 80-120 percussions per minute with maximum acceleration of 30

m/sec2.

The tool should be transported in the original manufacturer’s package only. The
packaged tool may be transported in any type of vehicle in compliance with the
shipping regulations in effect for the relevant means of conveyance, provided that
mechanical impact on the product will not exceed the requirements specified for this
particular type of tool.

5.5 Disposal

No particular disposal requirements are specified for the tool as it does not
present any hazard to life, health, or environment after expiration of its service life.
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Revision List

Sheet (page) No. Total

Supporting
sheets
doc. ref. No
Rev. (pages) in Doc. No Signature Date
Updated Replaced New Cancelled and date
doc.
.
1 - All - - 39 No. 664 Sharafutdinov 31.10.17

2 - All - - 39 No. 678 Sharafutdinov 28.11.17

3 - All - 9 30 No. 951 Safiullin 30.06.21
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