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DESCRIPTION 80-0420-23 5.5 in. Standalone Power Tong McCoy has made an effort ensure that all illustrations are accurate, but please note that some illustrations used in this manual may not exactly visually match your equipment. PATENTED & PATENTS PENDING Manual № TM12012...
Email Sales: dcsales@mccoyglobal.com www.mccoyglobal.com Technical manuals are produced and published by McCoy Global Inc.. McCoy Global has made an effort ensure that all information in this document is accurate, but please note that some illustrations used in this manual may not visually match actual purchased equipment.
DO NOT OPEN TONG DOOR WHEN TONG IS ROTATING OR UNDER LOAD See Section 4 for the correct, safe procedure for testing the door switch on a McCoy Global power tong. Never attempt to clamp to a tubular using incorrectly sized dies. Operators must always use the correct jaw size equipped with the proper dies.
Do not replace protective equipment such as hydraulic switches, circuit breakers, and fuses without first consulting with McCoy Global. Do not replace electrical or control hardware without consulting with McCoy Global. Using non-OEM replacement parts without the approval of McCoy Global may void equipment warranty.
Un-clamp To release the stationary side of a pipe joint with a backup. WINCATT ® Data acquisition and torque/turns management system manufactured by McCoy Global Headstock The tong assembly on a horizontal bucking unit Tailstock The backup assembly on a horizontal bucking unit Manual №...
2.3.2 Gear Fluid 2.3.2 Grease McCoy Global recommends using a high-quality universal gear fl uid in gearbox and torque hub assemblies. If McCoy Global recommends use of a high-quality EP multi-purpose grease with an NLGI consistency grade of required, the gear fl uid should meet VG150/VG220 or AGMA 4EP/5EP specifi cations. However, in more extreme "2"...
Perform a complete functional test of the equipment. Note that rotating the power tong(s) without an applied load does not accurately reflect the performance of the tong. McCoy Global recommends performing a “stump test” in order to determine full functionality of the equipment under load before releasing to an operational environment, including successfully reaching the specified torque of the equipment.
• Special Service - as recommended by a qualified person McCoy recommends that all users of lifting or load-bearing assemblies establish inspection criteria, or adopt a relevant inspection standard assigned to a competent inspection body. McCoy recommends an inspection schedule similar to that listed in the following table.
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• Special Service - as recommended by a qualified person McCoy recommends that all users of lifting or load-bearing assemblies establish inspection criteria, or adopt a relevant inspection standard assigned to a competent inspection body. McCoy recommends an inspection schedule similar to that listed in the following table.
Once the outside surfaces have been de-greased, wipe all external surfaces with clean water to remove residual solvent. • McCoy recommends that an anti-corrosive agent such as Tectyl ® 506 be applied to all external surfaces. Refer to manufacturer data sheets for proper application and safety information. Allow the anti-corrosive coating ample time to dry - refer to manufacturer data sheets for drying times at room temperature.
A CLEARLY IDENTIFIED REMOTE POWER PACK EMERGENCY STOP MUST BE INSTALLED IN THE IMMEDIATE VICINITY OF THE TONG OPERATOR. McCoy Global recommends following an industry-accepted standard such as OSHA, ASME B30.9-2006, or manufacturer’s guidelines when performing any rigging and overhead lifting. Use by untrained persons is hazardous.
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McCoy Global recommends inspection of the lift cylinders at the beginning of each shift prior to hoisting to ensure that the integrity of the rod ends has not been compromised. Lift cylinders found to have fractures or deformations must immediately be quarantined until repaired and recertified (see illustration 3.2.3).
(two male, two female) for damage or debris. If the connectors cannot be cleaned or easily repaired, McCoy recommends replacement of the leaking connector. Note that damage to one of the connectors may have caused damage to its mate.
3.4.1 Jaw Availability The following table lists all jaw die kits that are available as standard stocked sizes for this model of tong. McCoy Global offers a good selection of standard jaw sizes. However, please note that we can custom-engineer and manufacture any size of jaw within the range of the tong.
Tong jaws often require removal to change jaw size or replace worn jaw die inserts. Follow these instructions to remove tong jaws: Remove hydraulic power from the tool. Although opening the tong door inhibits rotation, McCoy recommends completely isolating the tool from hydraulic power in order to prevent accidental rotation in the event of component failure.
When using a dead line arrangement it is necessary to use a McCoy spring hanger assembly (see specification page for recommended spring hanger). This spring hanger compensates for the downward movement of the casing as the thread is made-up, and imparts additional force to the suspension cable: •...
• Checks and inspections 4.0.2 Operator Safety McCoy recommends that a hazard assessment of the work area be performed by a designated safety representative before commencing operations. A designated safety representative is responsible for verifying that all operators have adequate equipment and safety training.
4.0.6 Pre-operational Checks McCoy recommends that the following pre-operating tests be performed prior to releasing the tong assembly to a operational environment: Connect the tong to a hydraulic power source in a controlled environment. Ensure the power unit’s operating parameters are within the specifications as identified on Page 2.7, and the hydraulic connections from the...
In addition, McCoy recommends the following lubrication procedure at the completion of each job prior to storage. McCoy recommends that a liberal coating of grease be applied to the cam surface of the rotary drive gear prior to jaw installation. Also, the clutch inspection plate should periodically be removed, and a liberal coating of grease applied to the clutch, drive gears and shifting shaft.
ASSEMBLY PRACTICES Although the assembly of McCoy hydraulic power tongs is straightforward and can be accomplished without the use of special tools, the instructions in this subsection are presented as a guide only and are similar to the assembly sequence our technician would use while assembling the tong in our plant.
DAILY INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST McCoy recommends that the following inspection and maintenance procedures be performed before each use, and at least once per day when the tong is in steady use, in the order in which they are listed.
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Report and correct any hydraulic leaks from the hydraulic valve bank, or from any hydraulic cylinders that are used. McCoy recommends that an anti-corrosive agent such as Tectyl® 506 be applied to all external unpainted surfaces (and chain slings) EXCEPT cylinder rods, jaw rollers, and rotary gear camming surfaces. Refer to manufacturer data sheets for proper application and safety information.
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Do not perform any further actions or maintenance while the tong is connected to any hydraulic power supply. McCoy Global recommends that all hydraulic lines are fully disconnected, and residual hydraulic pressure is bled off. Ensure adequate containment is in place to prevent environmental contamination from residual hydraulic fluid.
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Prepare areas to be painted to ensure they are free of grease, dirt, or solvent. Touch up using a solvent-based acrylic paint - “McCoy Grey” is paint color number RAL7015, “McCoy Yellow” (hazard areas) is RAL1007, and McCoy Green is RAL6029 (contact McCoy sales for paint number for custom paint applications).
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If possible, store in a sealed, climate controlled environment. If isolated storage is not available, McCoy recommends storing your wrapped equipment in a secure, out-of-the-way location, using silica gel desiccant to reduce the humidity within the wrapping. As a guideline, use 125 g.
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1 mil polyethylene wrap. Use the wrap to conform the plastic cover to the general shape of the equipment, but do not wrap so tight that sharp edges on the equipment perforate the cover. McCoy recommends enclosing the equipment in a sturdy shipping crate which is securely fastened to the pallet. Manual № TM12012...
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These procedures are essential for ensuring proper equipment preparation and operation. The following procedures also assume that the decommissioning and storage procedures recommended by McCoy have been strictly observed. Remove all protective plastic wrapping. Exhausted desiccant packs within the wrapping may be disposed of with the regular garbage.
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Ensure hydraulic fluid being used is the viscosity recommended by McCoy Global. Power unit pump may not prime if fluid is too heavy, and the hydraulic system will overheat if fluid is too light. Replace with proper Fluid viscosity is not appropriate (too high or...
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Shifter has malfunctioned and the tong is not Inspect and repair shift mechanism as necessary shifting to high gear Ensure hydraulic fluid meets McCoy specifications Hydraulic fluid viscosity too high Ensure hydraulic fluid is appropriate for climatic conditions, especially dur-...
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If your hydraulic troubleshooting procedures involve flow and pressure tests at the power unit, McCoy Global recommends construction of a test rig that can easily be connected to the main suction and discharge ports of the power unit.
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UNCONTAINED SPILLAGE OF THE HYDRAULIC FLUID IN THIS SYSTEM MAY CONTRAVENE GOVERNMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATIONS, OR THE ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATIONS AND POLICIES OF YOUR COMPANY. MCCOY GLOBAL HIGHLY RECOMMENDS PLACING YOUR LOAD CELL IN A CONTAINMENT BASIN BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THE BLEEDING & REFILLING PROCESS.
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The manufacturer information contained in this section has been obtained from publicly available web sites and has been provided for information purposes only. McCoy Global does not guarantee the accuracy of the information contained in this section. All original copyrights claimed by the manufacturer(s) apply.
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