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Operation and Maintenance Manual SWi12/14TMEX/ SWi20/25TEEX/ SWi20/25TIEX Flange Spreading Wedge Document Number: IM_SWi_EX Document Revision: 14 Document Revision Date: 15-OCT-2021 Document Language: ENGLISH EN To reduce the risk of injury, users must read and understand this document before use.
1. Safety 1.1 Safety Precautions Read all instructions carefully. Follow all recommended safety precautions to avoid personal injury as well WARNING as damage to the product and / or damage to other property. Equalizer cannot be responsible for any Failure to observe and comply with the following damage or injury from unsafe use, lack of maintenance, precautions could result in death or serious personal or incorrect operation.
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• Never leave the system unattended when under • Keep hydraulic equipment away from flames and pressure. When the system is under pressure DO heat. Excessive heat will soften packings and NOT STAND IN LINE with the direction of force of seals, resulting in fluid leaks.
Copies of the EU Declaration as well as the UK Self- Declaration are enclosed with each shipment. 2.2 ATEX Compliance Statement In addition to the CE mark, the Equalizer SWi12/14TMEX, SWi20/25TIEX, and SWi20/25TEEX tools carry the ATEX mark and classification: •SWi12/14TMEX...
3. Features & Components 3.1 SWi12/14TMEX Mechanical Spreading Wedge Feature Diagram SWi12/14TMEX Jaw Wedge Cover Plate Body Mechanical Cylinder Handle Assembly Anchor Point Figure 1: 3.2 SWi12/14TMEX Mechanical 3.2.2 SWi12/14TMEX Tool Function Spreading Wedge - Feature Explana- Mechanical Tool Operation tion The SWi12/14TMEX Spreading Wedge uses mechanical torque to advance the wedge and spread the jaws.
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Retracting The SWi12/14TMEX Retract the tool by manually applying force to the torque wrench in the anti-clockwise direction. When using multiple tools, work around all wrenches to keep the spreading force balanced as the gap is closed. 3.2.3 Operating Conditions Grease Limitations: Figure 3: Minimum Temperature:...
3.3 SWi20/25TIEX Integral Hydraulic Spreading Wedge Feature Diagram SWi20/25TEEX Jaw Wedge Cover Plate Body Integral Pump Cylinder Handle Assembly Anchor Point Integral Pump Handle Integral Pump Air-Vent Figure 5: 3.4 SWi20/25TIEX Integral Hydraulic 3.4.2 SWi20/25TIEX Tool Function Spreading Wedge - Feature Explanation Hydraulic Tool Operation Prior to operation, ensure the air-vent in the integral The SWi20/25TIEX Spreading Wedge uses an integral...
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Actuating The SWi20/25TIEX Air Relief Instructions Follow the SWi Tool Operation instructions, using the In the event of air build-up within the cylinder-pump sub- following instructions to actuate the SWi20/25TIEX tool assembly, the following procedure should be executed: in particular: Select advance (+), and pump the handle to extend When advance (+) is selected, pumping the handle of the piston around 30 mm [1.2"].
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3.4.3 Operating Conditions Grease Limitations: Minimum Temperature: -5 °C [23 °F] Maximum Temperature: 40°C [104 °F] Hydraulic Tools: Minimum Jaw Contact Temperature: -30 °C [-22 °F] Maximum Jaw Contact Temperature: 70 °C [158 °F] 3.4.4 SWi20/25TIEX Kit Contents SWi20/25TIEX Standard Kit 1 x SWi20/25TEEXA Spreading Wedge Wedgehead 1 x 700 bar [10 000 psi] Integral Hydraulic Pump/Cylinder 1 x Set of Safety Blocks 1 x Pair of Stepped Blocks...
3.5 SWi20/25TEEX External Hydraulic Spreading Wedge Feature Diagram SWi20/25TEEX Jaw Wedge Cover Plate Body Integral Pump Cylinder Handle Assembly Anchor Point Figure 9: 3.6 SWi20/25TEEX External Hydraulic 3.6.2 SWi20/25TEEX Tool Function Spreading Wedge - Feature Explanation Hydraulic Tool Operation The SWi20/25TEEX Spreading Wedge uses a hydraulic The SWi20/25TEEX Spreading Wedge uses an external cylinder to advance the wedge and spread the jaws.
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Air Relief Instructions SWi20/25TEEXTSEX Twin Kit - ATEX Support Equipment If full pressure is not achieved an air-lock may be present in the hydraulic system. Refer to the hand pump manual 2 x SWi20/25TEEXA Spreading Wedge Wedgeheads for instructions for corrective actions. 2 x 700 bar [10 000 psi] Hydraulic Cylinders 2 x 700 ...
4.2 Spreading Wedge Specifications Table (See Fig 27 location of dimensions A) Flange Model Type Maximum Spreading Dimensions Number Spreading Distance Jaw Width Tool Weight Force Maximum Minimum Per Tool Access Gap [kN] [mm] [mm] [mm] [kg] 140.0 103.5 60.0 SWi12/14TMEX Mechanical [4.07"]...
5. Operation 5.1 Initial Setup and Inspection Before attaching the tool ensure at least two flange bolts remain in place. These should be 180 degrees apart with their nuts loosened sufficiently to enable flange work to be carried out. Leaving these bolts in place will help to MINIMUM ACCESS GAP reduce unwanted lateral flange movement during flange...
Ensure the full width of the selected Safety Block step is As the flange approaches its fully closed position, fully inserted before gradually retracting the tool until the support the tool to avoid it dropping out of the joint. flange load has been applied to the Safety Block. Ensure that care is taken to prevent objects being dropped.
5.8 Lanyard To remove the Stepped Blocks unscrew the M6 counter- sunk screw. Do not force the screw out of the Stepped SWi tools are supplied with a secure anchor point and Block, it is deliberately retained to prevent it becoming a lanyard.
5.9 Sub-Sea Usage 5.9.3 SWi20/25TEEX SWi20/25TEEX tools require a hydraulic hand pump that 5.9.1 SWi20/25TIEX is fitted with a sealed-bladder type reservoir system to allows for sub-sea operation. SWi20/25TIEX tools are actuated by means of single- acting spring-return hydraulic cylinder and can be used The SWi20/25TEEX is actuated by means of single- sub-sea providing the following actions are taken: acting spring-return hydraulic cylinder and can be used...
7. Maintenance 7.1 Inspection 7.3 Servicing A thorough inspection should be carried out prior Missing, worn or damaged parts must be replaced. Use to usage, storage or transportation to ensure the only genuine Equalizer parts from approved distributors completeness and condition of the tool. or service centres.
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8.10 Table of Parts - SWi20/25TEEX Hydraulic Cylinder Item Description Part Numbers Cylinder Base 830301-01 Piston 830302-01 Cylinder End Cap 830303-01 3/8" NPT Coupler 10kpsi 300901-01 Wiper Seal ✢ Tension Die Spring ✢ Spring Lock ✢ M6 Capscrew ✢ O-Ring ✢...
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8.12 Table of Parts - SWi20/25TIEX Item Description Part Numbers Wedge Wedge Tip 830202-01 Integral Pump Cylinder Assembly 840300-01 Handle 830400-01 Captive Fastener 830500-01 Lugs 830600-1 Anchor Point 830800-01 Spiral Retaining Spring 830313-01 SWi Jaw (pair) 830100-01 Retainer Washer ...
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8.13 Exploded Views - SWi20/25TIEX Integral Pump Cylinder Note: Items marked supplied in Clevis Kit 840160-01. Items marked supplied in Cylinder Service Kit 840110-01. Items marked supplied in Integral Bladder Kit 840120-01. ...
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8.16 Exploded Views - SWi20/25TIEX Internal Manifold Service Kit 8.17 Exploded Views - SWi20/25TIEX Integral Bladder Service Kit IM_SWi_EX_Rev14...
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8.18 Table of Parts - SWi20/25TIEX Integral Pump Cylinder Item Description Part Numbers Cylinder Body 830301-01 Cylinder Vent Plug 830310-01 Piston 830302-01 840100-01 Cylinder Base 840301-01 Pump Piston Housing 376901-01 Bladder Housing 840302-01 Piston Housing Cap 372401-01 Swivel Clevis 372501-01 Clevis Screw 373201-01 Anti-Loosen Nut...
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Item Description Part Numbers O-Ring Relief Valve Screw Relief Valve Knob Fixing Screw Oil Fill Screw Overload Cover Screw O-Ring Washer O-Ring Back Up Ring Reservoir Bladder O-Ring ...
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8.19 Exploded Views - Safety Block 8.20 Exploded Views -Safety Block Small Service Kit Large Service Kit Exploded View 8.21 Exploded Views - Step Block Service Kit 8.22 Exploded Views - Fastener Service Kit IM_SWi_EX_Rev14...
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8.23 Table of Parts - Safety Block Small Service Kit Item Description Part Numbers Safety Block Small Safety Block Handle 830021-01 Cap Screw M6x35 8.24 Table of Parts - Safety Block Small Service Kit Item Description Part Numbers Safety Block Large Safety Block Handle 830020-01 Cap Screw M6x35...
9. Troubleshooting 9.1 SWi20/25TIEX Troubleshooting Fault Possible Cause Corrective Action The wedge advances some of the The air-vent is obstructed by dirt or Carefully unblock the air-vent using way and then stops progressing debris. a small blunt object. The wedge doesn’t move There is an air-lock within the Select Retract (-) and prime pump hydraulic system.
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