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- Page 1 PPS71 Geothermal Memory Gauge with GRD User Manual (Rev. 01) Pioneer Petrotech Services Inc. #1, 1431 - 40th Ave. NE Calgary, AB T2E 8N6, Canada Phone: 1-888-PP-GAUGE (774-2843) E-mail: infopps@pioneerps.com Website: www.pioneerps.com...
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Page 2: Revision History
PPS71 Geothermal Memory Gauge with GRD Pioneer Petrotech Services Inc. User Manual infopps@pioneerps.com 1-888-PP-GAUGE (774-2843) www.pioneerps.com REVISION HISTORY 2011-12-13 Initial release Revision Date Comments 2012-07-06 Updated information about the spacer Page 1... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
PPS71 Geothermal Memory Gauge with GRD Pioneer Petrotech Services Inc. User Manual infopps@pioneerps.com 1-888-PP-GAUGE (774-2843) www.pioneerps.com REVISION HISTORY ........................1 Scope ............................3 1. Objective ..........................3 2. Responsibilities ........................3 2.1 Implementation ........................... 3 2.2 Supervision ........................... 3 2.3 Verification ........................... 3 2.4 Verification Method ........................ -
Page 4: Scope
1-888-PP-GAUGE (774-2843) www.pioneerps.com Scope This manual will apply to all operations that work with PPS71 GRD memory gauges. This manual includes important information about operation of PPS71 gauges. Please read it carefully before operating the gauges. FRAGILE! This tool includes a flask tube - PLEASE HANDLE WITH CARE! 1. -
Page 5: Introduction
The PPS71 GRD (Gamma Ray Detector) Geothermal Memory Gauge measures pressure, RTD 3.1 Overview temperature, CCL (casing collar locator), Gamma Ray and flow rate. The electronics of PPS71 are packed in a flask (Heat Shield Inner Tube), which is suitable for extreme high temperature (up to ) downhole application. - Page 6 PPS71 Geothermal Memory Gauge with GRD Pioneer Petrotech Services Inc. User Manual infopps@pioneerps.com 1-888-PP-GAUGE (774-2843) www.pioneerps.com Environmental Gauge temperature rating Max. 350°C (with a flask) Electronics rating 177°C Max. downhole time 4 hours at 350°C; 6 hours at 300°C; 8 hours at 250°C;...
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Page 7: Getting Started
PPS71 Geothermal Memory Gauge with GRD Pioneer Petrotech Services Inc. User Manual infopps@pioneerps.com 1-888-PP-GAUGE (774-2843) www.pioneerps.com 4. Getting Started 4.1 Inspecting the flask (Heat Shield Inner Tube) To ensure heat shield performance of the flask, a regular inspection is necessary for the flask before each operation. -
Page 8: Testing And Programming The Gauge
For more information about the software, please refer to SmartView Software Manual. (1) Test the Gauge Connect the PPS USB Download cable (7.2Vdc) to the gauge and a computer (Fig. 5, 6) Fig. 5 Fig. 6 Run SmartView and use “Diagnostics” in Options Tab to test the gauge (Fig. 7) Fig. - Page 9 PPS71 Geothermal Memory Gauge with GRD Pioneer Petrotech Services Inc. User Manual infopps@pioneerps.com 1-888-PP-GAUGE (774-2843) www.pioneerps.com (2) Pressure and RTD temperature check Click “Start” Button (Fig.8) (3) CCL check Fig. 8 Use a metal tube to test CCL function (Fig. 9, 10) Fig.
- Page 10 PPS71 Geothermal Memory Gauge with GRD Pioneer Petrotech Services Inc. User Manual infopps@pioneerps.com 1-888-PP-GAUGE (774-2843) www.pioneerps.com (4) Spinner check Blow the spinner to see if the Flow Rate is greater than zero (Fig. 11,12) Fig. 11 Fig. 12 (5) Gamma Ray check ...
- Page 11 PPS71 Geothermal Memory Gauge with GRD Pioneer Petrotech Services Inc. User Manual infopps@pioneerps.com 1-888-PP-GAUGE (774-2843) www.pioneerps.com (6) Program the Gauge Program the gauge in Program Tab (Fig. 17) Fig. 17 We recommend using 1s sampling rate for the first 30minutes, BUT if CCL, Gamma Ray or/and Spinner data information are necessary, 0.1s sampling rate must be used.
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Page 12: Activating And Testing Battery
4.3 Activating and Testing Battery (1) Using a PPS Battery Tester(full scale 10VDC) to activate the battery (Fig. 18) Plug-in the battery, the battery’s LED will turn on Press the black button to apply load to the battery The voltage of battery MUST be greater than 6.5V. -
Page 13: Assembling Flask Housing
PPS71 Geothermal Memory Gauge with GRD Pioneer Petrotech Services Inc. User Manual infopps@pioneerps.com 1-888-PP-GAUGE (774-2843) www.pioneerps.com 4.4 Assembling Flask Housing Parts Battery PPS 180°C or 200°C C size battery pack Item Part Name Description QTY. C-Ring PARKER Seal, ECE-001385-07-14-6-SPC O-Ring KALRAZ 2-123... - Page 14 PPS71 Geothermal Memory Gauge with GRD Pioneer Petrotech Services Inc. User Manual infopps@pioneerps.com 1-888-PP-GAUGE (774-2843) www.pioneerps.com Step 3 Install a metal C-Ring (Fig. 22) Fig. 22 Step 4 Install two O-Rings (Fig. 23) Apply o-ring grease on the O-Rings ...
- Page 15 PPS71 Geothermal Memory Gauge with GRD Pioneer Petrotech Services Inc. User Manual infopps@pioneerps.com 1-888-PP-GAUGE (774-2843) www.pioneerps.com Step 6 Place the Spring (Fig. 25) Fig. 25 Step 7 Install the Flask Housing (Fig. 26) Fig. 26 Step 8 Install the Flask Housing (Fig.
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Page 16: Filling The Spinner Up With Hydraulic Oil
PPS71 Geothermal Memory Gauge with GRD Pioneer Petrotech Services Inc. User Manual infopps@pioneerps.com 1-888-PP-GAUGE (774-2843) www.pioneerps.com 4.5 Filling the spinner up with hydraulic oil If a spinner is available, filling it up with oil is necessary. Step 1 Remove one of the plugs (Fig. 28) using an Alan key (size 5/32”... -
Page 17: Maintenance And Troubleshooting
Pioneer Petrotech Services Inc. User Manual infopps@pioneerps.com 1-888-PP-GAUGE (774-2843) www.pioneerps.com 5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting The PPS71 GRD gauges must be well maintained in order to ensure successful operations. There are two levels of maintenance should be implemented: Field maintenance Manufacturer’s maintenance ... - Page 18 PPS71 Geothermal Memory Gauge with GRD Pioneer Petrotech Services Inc. User Manual infopps@pioneerps.com 1-888-PP-GAUGE (774-2843) www.pioneerps.com (2) Flowmeter Maintenance After each operation, please clean the spinner Fig. 32 Spinner • Step1 - Disassembly 1- Remove bullnose (#10) using the bullnose remover (#20) and two open wrenches (1-5/16”, 1-1/4”).
- Page 19 PPS71 Geothermal Memory Gauge with GRD Pioneer Petrotech Services Inc. User Manual infopps@pioneerps.com 1-888-PP-GAUGE (774-2843) www.pioneerps.com • Step 2 - Assembly 1- Before you put back the bearings make sure they are functional and there is no damage to the housing.
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Page 20: Manufacturer's Maintenance
Failed components and parts replacement Calibration and verification. Failure analysis and report It is recommended that PPS71 GRD gauges should be recalibrated at least once a year to keep its normal operating condition and performance. Page 19... -
Page 21: Troubleshooting
Sample rate is not 0.1 Set sample rate to 0.1 second/sample Gamma ray reading is zero second/sample For more information, please contact PPS for supports. Thank You! Pioneer Petrotech Services Inc. #1, 1431 - 40th Ave. N.E. Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2E 8N6... -
Page 22: Appendix A: Gauge Accessories
PPS71 Geothermal Memory Gauge with GRD Pioneer Petrotech Services Inc. User Manual infopps@pioneerps.com 1-888-PP-GAUGE (774-2843) www.pioneerps.com Appendix A: Gauge Accessories 01-AC-0015-B6 Battery PPS 180°C 2× C size battery pack (7.2V) Item Part Name Description QTY. 01-AC-1047-A C-Ring Metal C-ring 01-AC-0073-A1...
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