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Oil Tool Division

SINGLE JOINT ELEVATOR

Blohm + Voss

SINGLE JOINT ELEVATOR

SJS 4/1 tons P/N 660400

SJS 4/2 tons P/N 660420
SJS 5/3 tons P/N 660500
SJS 5/4 tons P/N 660520
SJS 5/5 tons P/N 660540
SJS 6/6 tons P/N 660600
SJS 6/8 tons P/N 660640
SJS 6/9 tons P/N 660660
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© Blohm + Voss Repair GmbH

Oil Tool Division • Postfach 10 05 26
20004 Hamburg • Germany
Telephone ++49 (0)40/3119-8142 • Fax ++49 (0)40/3119-8194

Revision date 2005-08-02

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 Repair GmbH

Dependent on ongoing technical improvements (ISO 9001) “B+V Repair GmbH“ reserves the right to be able to change the design
and specifications without previous announcement. The values specified represent the nominal values of a unit produced in series
production. Slight deviations in the case of the individual devices are possible.

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Content
1. Technical Data......................................................................................................... 4
2. Maintenance Manual............................................................................................... 5
2.1. Foreword.........................................................................................5
2.2. General...........................................................................................5
2.3. Manufacturer...................................................................................5
2.4. Deterioration of Equipment.............................................................5
2.4.1. Square Shoulder Elevators........................................5
2.5. Inspection........................................................................................6
2.5.1. Frequency of Inspection............................................6
2.5.1.1. Routine – Daily Field Inspection......6
2.5.1.2. Semi – Annual Field Inspection.......6
2.5.1.3. Critical Load Inspection...................6
2.5.1.4. Dismantling Inspection....................6
2.5.2. Methods of Inspection................................................6
2.5.2.1. Routine Daily Field Inspection
Procedure....................................... 6
2.5.3. Semi – Annual Field Inspection................................. 7
2.5.3.1. Cleaning..........................................7
2.5.3.2. Dismantling and Inspection.............7
2.5.4. Dismantling Inspection...............................................7
2.5.4.1. Cleaning..........................................7
2.5.4.2. Measuring of Wear..........................7
2.6. Maintenance of Repair....................................................................8
2.6.1. Preventive Maintenance............................................ 8
2.6.2. Proper Repair............................................................ 8
2.6.3. Beyond Repair...........................................................8
2.6.4. Maintenance.............................................................. 9
3. Spare Parts List................................................................................................10
4. Critical Area.......................................................................................................12
5. Adress List........................................................................................................13

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1. Technical Data

Dimensions in Inches:
Type Size A B C
SJS-4/1 1,66” – 4” 169 mm 223 mm 316 mm
SJS-4/2 4” – 6.5/8” 169 mm 290 mm 356 mm
SJS-5/3 6.3/4” – 9.5/8” 169 mm 380 mm 430 mm
SJS-5/4 9.5/8” – 12.3/4” 169 mm 465 mm 520 mm
SJS-5/5 13” – 16” 169 mm 549 mm 610 mm
SJS-6/6 16.3/4” – 20” 187 mm 660 mm 720 mm
SJS-6/8 22” – 30” 187 mm 932 mm 972 mm
SJS-6/9 30” – 36” 130 mm 1100 mm 1180 mm
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2. Maintenance Manual

2.1. Foreword.

The „Inspection and Maintenance Procedure“ described is based on API -

recommended practice and Blohm + Voss Repair GmbH experience of elevators.

This recommended practice outlines a procedure for methods of inspection and

maintenance of elevators to help prevent injury to personnel and irreparable
damage to equipment.

2.2. General.

Covered in this manual are methods to be employed for the inspection and
maintenance of the equipment covered on an item-by-item basis.

2.3. Manufacturer.

For complete information contact:

Blohm + Voss Repair GmbH

Oil Tool Division
Herrmann-Blohm-Straße 2
20457 Hamburg
Germany

Phone: ++49-40-3119-8142
Fax: ++49-40-3119-3400

2.4. Deterioration of Equipment.

Normal wear in course of use will eventually reduce the capability of the elevators.
The existence of cracks or the appearance of defects can indicate several
deterioration, even impending failure, and prompt attention is required either to
remove the elevator from service immediately or to undertake appropriate repair as
required.

2.4.1. Square Shoulder Elevators.

Square shoulder elevators in heavy use will wear under the repeated loads of the
tool joints or collars.During drilling operation, the square shoulders gradually
become rounded and offer less supporting area. If this peening of the elevator load -
bearing surface is allowed to continue unchecked long enough, the bore will be
reduced by the gradual flow of metal until the elevator is difficult to close and lock
around pipe.

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At the same time the worn surface of both, the tool joint and the elevator may
contact on a slight taper which could cause extreme opening forces within the
elevator. That this condition could exist is admittedly rare, but indifference to wear
could allow it to happen, and the result could be a bad accident. Worn or damaged
square shoulder surfaces of elevators are easily corrected by properly machining
these surfaces.

2.5. Inspection

2.5.1. Frequency of Inspection

2.5.1.1. Routine - Daily Field Inspection

Field inspection of the elevators in an operating condition should be made by the

crew or the supervisor on an regular daily basis.

2.5.1.2. Semi - Annual Field Inspection

A thorough on-the job shutdown inspection should be made on a periodic basis,

typically at 6 month intervals, or as special circumstances may require.

2.5.1.3. Critical Load Inspection

Critical loads may be experienced, for example, severe loads, impact loads, etc. If
in the judgement of the supervisor a critical load has occured, or may occur, an on-
the-job-shutdown inspection equivalent to the semi-annual field inspection should
be carried out. If critical loads are anticipated, the inspection should be conducted
prior to and after the occurrence of such loading. If critical loads are unexpectedly
encountered, the inspection should be conducted immediately after such an
occurrence.

2.5.1.4. Dismantling Inspection

When need is shown in a field inspection, dismantling of the elevator should be

made and an inspection in a suitable equipped facility should be carried out.

2.5.2. Methods of Inspection

2.5.2.1. Routine Daily Field Inspection Procedure

Elevators should be inspected on a regular daily basis for cracks, elongations, and
other signs of wear, corrosion, or overloading. If any elevator found to show cracks,
excessive wear etc., the elevator should be removed from service.

All elevators should be examined to determine if the latch and the latchlock
mechanism are functioning properly. Hinge pins, latch lug surfaces and swivel
suspension contact surfaces should be checked.
It should be ensured that all safety devices are installed (including the securing
rings).

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2.5.3. Semi - Annual Field Inspection

The periodic or critical load inspection in the field should be conducted by the crew
with the supervisor.

2.5.3.1. Cleaning

For the periodic or critical load inspection, all foreign matter should be removed
from the surface to be inspected.

2.5.3.2. Dismantling and inspection

Dismantling of the elevator is required if a detailed inspection is necessary.

Square Shoulder Elevators:

Inspect the collars for squareness, and uniformity and depth of wear.
Uneven wear or worn recesses of 1/16 inch (1,6 mm)
or more requires refacing of collar surface. Hinge Pins and springs
should be carefully inspected visually for excess wear and
obvious weakness.

2.5.4. Dismantling Inspection

Generally the elevators inspection should be carried out immediately when the
equipment is returned to the base, warehouse etc. and is to be carried out prior to
its being sent on the next job.

The elevator (including Latch, Hinge and Latch Pin and Swivel Suspension) should
be dismantled and inspected in a suitable equipped facility for excessive wear,
cracks, flaws or deformations.
Corrections should be made in accordance with recommendations, which can be
obtained from Blohm + Voss Repair GmbH.

2.5.4.1. Cleaning

Before inspection, all foreign material such as dirt, paint, grease oil, scale, etc.
should be removed from the areas to be inspected by a suitable method.

2.5.4.2. Measuring of Wear

Hinge pins, latch pins and socket holes are not normally measured for wear in the
field. When it becomes apparent that the hinge or latch pins are loosing the elevator
should be dismantled for general engineering check up.

For square shoulder elevators a rule marked in sixteenth of an inch as adequate.

The straight edge of a rule is used to check the squareness of the top bore and the
end of a rule is inserted into the worn pockets and ridges. Wear of 1/16 inch
(1,6 mm) or more should require refacing of collar surface.

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2.6. Maintenance of Repair

2.6.1. Preventive Maintenance

A regular preventative maintenance program should be established for all elevators.

Written maintenance should be given to the crew or maintenance personnel. Care
should be taken that instruction plates, and warning labels are not missing,
damaged or illegible.

2.6.2. Proper Repair

If repairs are not performed by Blohm + Voss Repair GmbH, such repairs should
be made in accordance with methods or procedure approved by
Blohm + Voss Repair GmbH.

Minor cracks or defects, which may be removed without reducing safety or

operation of the elevator, can be removed by grinding. Following the repair, the part
should again be inspected by an appropriate method to insure that the defect has
been completely removed.

Welding is not recommended without consulting Blohm + Voss Repair GmbH.

2.6.3. Beyond Repair

If the elevator is defective beyond repair, it should be destroyed immediately.

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2.6.4 Maintenance

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Maintenance:

1. Keep clean.
2. Grease swivel suspension contact surfaces, latch and
bore seat surface.
3. Lubricate hinge pin.
4. Remove any rust and weather protect as required.
5. Check and secure pins and fasteners.

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3. Spare Parts List

Type: SJS - 4/1 SJS – 4/2 SJS – 5/3 SJS – 5/4 SJS – 5/5

Drawing Part List

No. No * Part Name
1 1 Frame Part 1 660401 660421 660501 660521 660541
3 1 Latch 660442 660442 660442 660442 660442
4 1 1 Latch Lock 660414 660414 660414 660414 660414
5 1 1 Latch Pin 660404 660404 660404 660404 660404
6 1 1 Latch Lock Pin --------- --------- --------- --------- ---------
7 1 1 Latch Spring 660413 660413 660413 660413 660413
8 1 2 Latch Lock Spring
9 1 2 Latch Pin Sec. Ring 612509 612509 612509 612509 612509
10 1 2 Latch Lock Cotter. Pin
11 1 1 Hinge Pin 660410 660410 660510 660510 660510
12 1 1 Hinge Pin Sec. Ring 620608 620608 641011 641011 641011
13 1 1 Rivet Pin
14 1 1 Grease Nipple 612515 612515 612515 612515 612515
15 1 1 Protection Cap 612518 612518 612518 612518 612518
1 Swivel Suspension
Assy. 1,7 m (optional) 660412 660412 660512 660512 660512
1 Swivel Suspension
Assy. 3,0 m (optional) 660415 660415 660513 660513 660513

Type: SJS – 6/6 SJS – 6/8 SJS – 6/9

Drawing Part List

No. No * Part Name
1(-2) 1 Frame Part 1(-2) 660601 660641 660661
3 1 Latch 660442 660602 660602
4 1 1 Latch Lock 660414 660603 660603
5 1 1 Latch Pin 660404 660404 660404
6 1 1 Latch Lock Pin --------- 660405 660405
7 1 1 Latch Spring 660413 660413 660413
8 1 2 Latch Lock Spring 660407 660407
9 1 2 Latch Pin Sec. Ring 612509 612509 612509
10 1 2 Latch Lock Cotter Pin 620609 620609
11 1 1 Hinge Pin 660610 660610 660610
12 1 1 Hinge Pin Sec.Ring 641511 641511 641511
13 1 1 Rivet Pin 660613 660613
14 1 1 Grease Nipple 612515 612515 612515
15 1 1 Protection Cap 612518 612518 612518
16 1 1 Safety Pin Assembly for 660660- 660660-02
SJS 6/8 & 6/9 02
1 Swivel Suspension
Assy. 1,7 m (optional) 660612 660612 660612
1 Swivel Suspension
Assy. 3,0 m (optional) 660614 660614 660614

*recommended replacement parts for one year`s operation

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Safety Pin Assembly for SJS - 6/8 & SJS - 6/9

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4. Critical Area

Critical fields through hatching marked !

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5. Address List

Blohm+Voss Repair GmbH

Hermann-Blohm-Straße 2
D-20457 Hamburg

Germany
Phone: ++49-40-3119-8142
Fax: ++49-40-3119-8194
E-Mail: [email protected]

Gray EOT, Inc.

P.O. Box 79485
Houston, Texas
77279-9485

United States of America

Phone: +1-713-95 20 266

Fax: +1-713-95 22 807
Email: [email protected]
Contact: Curt Fletcher

Premier Sea & Land Pte Ltd

1, Scotts Road #19-12
Shaw Center
Singapore 228208

Republic of Singapore

Phone: +65-6734-71 77
Fax: +65-6734-91 15
Email: [email protected]
Contact : Richard Ironside

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