CLEANING SERVICING LUBRICATION PROCEDURE STORAGE & TRANSPORTATION OPERATING CONDITIONS SUB-SEA USAGE SWi5TE TOOL CAPABILITIES TOOL FUNCTION KIT CONTENTS DIMENSIONS TROUBLESHOOTING SWi5TE TROUBLESHOOTING REGULATORY INFORMATION REGISTERED HEAD OFFICE APPLICABLE PATENT NUMBERS PARTS LISTS & SERVICE KITS 22/07/2018 SWi5TE FLANGE SPREADING WEDGE...
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SW i5TE_Rev 02_A5 INTRODUCTION TOOL SAFETY The Equalizer™ SWi5TE has been developed to assist in the spreading of all flange joint types with a minimum access gap of 4.0 mm (0.16”). The tool can be used G E NE RAL SAFETY during pipework construction, commissioning or during routine maintenance.
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Protect hoses from dropped objects; a sharp impact may cause internal damage to hose wire strands. Protect hoses from crush risks, such as heavy objects or vehicles; crush damage can cause hose failure. SWi5TE FLANGE SPREADING WEDGE...
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Determine the flange joint access gap - a minimum access gap of 4 mm (0.16”) is required for the SWi5TE tools. The access gap is the clearance between the surfaces onto which the wedge will apply its spreading force.
Use of the Stepped Blocks also enables the SWi5TE Flange Spreader to be used in a joint with a larger access gap. Wedge protrusion can be minimised by the use of Stepped Blocks, reducing the penetration into the joint.
Remove circlip and handle. Special caution should be exercised when working with a tool in this configuration. Replace the handle immediately following the task. HANDLE CIRCLIP FLANGE SPREADING WEDGE SWi5TE...
S T EP D I M E NS I O NS & SPR EADI NG D ISTANCE S JAW DIMENSIONS (WITHOUT STEPPED BLOCKS ATTACHED) TOOL CLOSED TOOL OPEN JAW DIMENSIONS (WITH STEPPED BLOCKS ATTACHED) TOOL CLOSED TOOL OPEN SAFETY BLOCK DIMENSIONS LARGE SAFETY BLOCK SMALL SAFETY BLOCK FLANGE SPREADING WEDGE SWi5TE...
Ensure that tools are stored in their designated manufacturer’s guidelines packing cases. • rinse the components to remove traces of detergent • dry the components thoroughly Inspect, service and lubricate the tool immediately after the cleaning process. FLANGE SPREADING WEDGE SWi5TE...
Nuts and threads must also be coated with a corrosion inhibitor. Please note that a SWi5TE tool cannot be operated from Once surfaces have been coated, seal individual top-side by use of a down-line. The return springs in the...
SW i5TE_Rev 02_A5 SWi 5 TE TOOL F UNCTION SWi5TE HYDRAULIC TOOL OPERATION The SWi5TE Spreading Wedge uses a hydraulic cylinder to advance the wedge and spread the jaws. The hydraulic HYDRAULIC FLANGE pressure is applied using an external hand pump, enabling SPREADING WEDGE accurate control of the force applied.
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Product Code: SWi5TE-S all air is removed from the system. The tool should now reach full working pressure. 1 x SWi5TE Flange Spreader Wedgehead 1 x 700 bar (10 000 psi) Hydraulic Cylinder Disconnect the hand pump from the hydraulic hose,...
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O P E RATO R I NS TR UC T I ON M AN UAL SW i5TE_Rev 02_A5 TWIN KIT SW i5 TE DI MENSIONS Product Code: SWi5TE-T 2 x SWi5TE Flange Spreader Wedgeheads TOOL DIMENSIONS 2 x 700 bar (10 000 psi) Hydraulic Cylinders - CLOSED 2 x Sets of Standard Safety Blocks 295.5 mm...
P O S S I B L E C A U S E : There is air in the hydraulic system. R E C O M M E N D E D A C T I O N : Follow the Airlock Relief instructions. SWi5TE FLANGE SPREADING WEDGE...
Claymore Drive Aberdeen Scotland AB23 8GD A P P L IC AB L E PA T E NT NU MBE R S The following list of Patents are applicable to EQUALIZER INTERNATIONAL LTD SWi5TE tools: REGISTERED DESIGNS • 002224980-0001 • 002224980-0002 •...
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HYDRAULIC CYLINDER PARTS LIST 1640200-01 REV 01 ITEM NO. Part No DESCRIPTION 1640201-01 CYLINDER BODY 1640202-01 CYLINDER PISTON 1640203-01 CYLINDER ENDCAP 300901-01 COUPLER CYLINDER WIPER SEAL CYLINDER TENSION DIE SPRING CYLINDER SPRING LOCK CYLINDER M5x16 CAP SCREW 1640213-01 CYLINDER M5x12 CAP SCREW CYLINDER O-RING CYLINDER BACKUP RING Page 17...
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SWi5TE FASTENERS SERVICE KIT 1640400-01 REV 02 ITEM NO. Description M5 x 16 CSUNK SCREW M3 x 8 CSUNK SCREW SWi5TE JOINING PLATE EXTERNAL CIRCLIP M5 SCKT SET SCREW 3 mm ALLEN KEY 2.5 mm ALLEN KEY 2 mm ALLEN KEY...
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HYDRAULIC CYLINDER SERVICE KIT 1640213-01 REV 01 ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION CYLINDER WIPER SEAL CYLINDER BACKUP RING CYLINDER O-RING CYLINDER SPRING LOCK CYLINDER M5x12 CAP SCREW CYLINDER TENSION DIE SPRING CYLINDER M5x16 CAP SCREW Page 23...
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E Q U A L I Z E R I N T E R N A T I O N A L L T D . H e a d O f f i c e E q u a l i z e r H o u s e C l a y m o r e D r i v e A b e r d e e n S c o t l a n d...
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