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Tomsk Scientific Industrial Introduction Company "SIAM" LLC
WELL SOUNDERS
«DU-1».
OPERATING MANUAL
Explosion-proof design,
type of explosion protection – intrinsically safe circuit
1Ex ib IIB T3 Gb Х explosion proof mark
Russia

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  • Page 1 Tomsk Scientific Industrial Introduction Company “SIAM” LLC WELL SOUNDERS «DU-1». OPERATING MANUAL Explosion-proof design, type of explosion protection – intrinsically safe circuit 1Ex ib IIB T3 Gb Х explosion proof mark Russia...
  • Page 2 Well sounders «DU-1»...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    7.2. Well sounder Installation ..................16 7.3. Well sounder Removal ..................17 8. BATTERY CHARGE .................... 18 9. DEVICE OPERATION IN THE “DB SIAM” SOFTWARE ........ 19 10. ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES ................. 27 11. MAINTENANCE ......................29 11.1. Order of Well sounder Maintenance ..............29 11.2.
  • Page 4 Well sounders «DU-1» 11.2.4. Performance Monitoring ................32 11.2.5. Pressure Testing ..................... 32 11.2.6. Replacement of the Valve Sealing Ring ............33 12. DEVICE STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION ............. 34 APPENDIX 1. Control of Well Fluid Level in Complicated Conditions ......35 APPENDIX 2.
  • Page 5 Well sounders «DU-1» The certificate applies to “DU-1” well sounders (hereinafter referred to as the device) designed for operation at the wellhead in oil and gas fields. The device is explosion-proof designed (intrinsically safe circuit type of protection) in accordance with the requirements of GOST 31610.0- 2014 (IEC 60079-0:2011), GOST 31610.11-2014 (IEC 60079-11.), GOST...
  • Page 6: General Product Information

    31610.0-2014 (IEC 60079-0:2011), GOST 31610.11-2014 (IEC 60079- 11.), GOST 31610:2011), and have 1Ex ib IIB T3 Gb Х explosion proof mark. “DU-1” well sounder is designed for indoor and outdoor installation in hazardous areas where atmospheric explosives of IIA, IIB categories and T1, T2, T3 groups can form according to GOST R IEC 60079-20-1- 2011 in the operating temperature range from -40 ºC to +50 ºC.
  • Page 7: Designation

    Well sounders «DU-1» 2. DESIGNATION The well sounder is designed for generating acoustic impulses in the annular space, as well as receiving, converting and analyzing acoustic responses (echo-signals), defining fluid level and controlling pressure at the wellhead. The well sounder consists of: 1 - the case;...
  • Page 8: Basic Specifications

    Well sounders «DU-1» 3. BASIC SPECIFICATIONS 2.1 The device is designed for operation at the wellhead in oil and gas fields and provides: 2.1.1 Fluid level measurement in annular space in the range of (20 – 3000) m, excess pressure measurement in the range of (0 – 100) kgf/sm 2.1.2 Measured data record and saving in a non-volatile storage...
  • Page 9: Delivery Set

    Title Q-ty 1. Well sounder «DU-1» 2. Certificate 3. Operating manual 4. “DB Siam 2.5” software user’s guide 5. CD with the software 6. Package 7. Conformity certificate (copy) 8. Ball-type nozzle 9. Handle for installing Well sounder on a well 10.
  • Page 10: Ball-Type Nozzle

    Well sounders «DU-1» 4.1. Ball-type Nozzle The ball-type nozzle (the rubber sphere) is designed for generating an acoustic impulse when there is no excessive gas pressure in the annular space of the well. The ball-type nozzle is made up of the rubber sphere and the coupling. The ball- type nozzle is actuated by a violent blow of the hand on the sphere.
  • Page 11: Safe Operation Guidelines

    Well sounders «DU-1» 5. SAFE OPERATION GUIDELINES 5.1. General Provisions (regulatory framework)  The design of the wellhead equipment is to be approved by the Russian Technical Surveillance Agency (RTSA).  Preparation of the well for tests should be conducted in accordance...
  • Page 12 Well sounders «DU-1»  While controlling level, a tested well is to be equipped with an offset with a valve and an elbow for connecting an echometry device. Fluid level can be determined only in the space of a well (tubular, intertubular, annular, borehole annulus) which is connected with an elbow.
  • Page 13: Ensuring Explosion-Proofness Of The Product

    Well sounders «DU-1» ENSURING EXPLOSION-PROOFNESS PRODUCT. 6.1. Explosion-proofness of the device is provided by the type of protection "intrinsically safe electric circuit" “ib” level, according to the requirements of GOST 31610.11-2014 (IEC 60079-11:2011), which is achieved by the following: ...
  • Page 14 Well sounders «DU-1» of the device, the identification plate of the device is marked with an "X" sign indicating special conditions of safe operation.  The "X" symbol in the explosion proof marking indicates special conditions for safe operation: 1) Do not open the instrument cover and therefore the battery compartment cover in hazardous areas;...
  • Page 15 Well sounders «DU-1» - the fuses are checked against the short-circuit current limit; - Materials used for casting the protective component “Fib” are subjected to an acceptance test according to the certificates presented. 6.2.2. Measures to ensure explosion-proofness during production: - The protective component “Fib”...
  • Page 16: Equipment Installation And Deinstallation Order

    Well sounders «DU-1» 7. EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION AND DEINSTALLATION ORDER 7.1. Preparation of Test Objects for Echometry  Make sure that the valve of the offset and the control manometer function properly.  Check if the pressure in the tested space corresponds to the maximum admissible pressure value for the device.
  • Page 17: Well Sounder Removal

    Well sounders «DU-1»  Gradually, avoiding a pneumatic or hydraulic shock open the valve until the gas starts entering the gage. Stop opening the valve until the pressure in the well and in the work volume of the gage levels off;...
  • Page 18: Battery Charge

    Well sounders «DU-1» 8. BATTERY CHARGE The well sounder has the same type of built-in Li-Ion - battery. The battery is charged at a temperature not lower than 0 ° C. Charging is allowed at temperatures down to -20°C. To charge the battery, connect the device via an appropriate cable to a network or car adapter or USB port of your computer.
  • Page 19: Device Operation In The "Db Siam" Software

    The sensor must be turned on and ready for connection. The sign of readiness is the green color of the LED "Power". As a result of the connection, a COM port is created through which the SIAM Database software establishes a connection to the device.
  • Page 20 Well sounders «DU-1»  point the mouse cursor over the Bluetooth icon in the right part of the taskbar, click the right mouse button;  in the appeared context menu select item "Open parameters" (see Figure 1);  in the appeared Bluetooth Options window on the COM Ports tab, see which outgoing port is assigned to the connected device (see Figure 2).
  • Page 21 Well sounders «DU-1» Working with devices in “DB SIAM” To work with devices in the “DB SIAM” software:  start the program;  switch to the “Settings” tab;  press the “Sensors” button (see Fig.3);  the “Sensors” dialog box will appear (see Fig.4):...
  • Page 22 Well sounders «DU-1» If no devices is listed or if for some reason the connection port of this device does not correspond to the one assigned in "Bluetooth parameters" (see above), then register the sensor in the program. In this window you have to select the corresponding sensor COM port.
  • Page 23 Well sounders «DU-1» If the connection is successful, the sensor control panel appears: For each sensor type, the control panel will have a different look.
  • Page 24 Well sounders «DU-1» Well sounder Panel 1: The name and sensor number, the current battery voltage, temperature, load and acceleration readings are displayed here; Panel 2: the well details (field, cluster, well, shop floor) are displayed (if specified) here; after pressing the "..." button it is possible to specify or change the details of the well where the measurement is made.
  • Page 25 Well sounders «DU-1» framing the desired area, after releasing your finger the selected area will be enlarged - stretched over the entire area of the chart. In this case, scroll bars will be available to access the areas of the echogram that are outside the chart zone.
  • Page 26 Well sounders «DU-1» Panel 9: controls the echogram output mode on the screen. Switching the modes in combination with the echogram section enlargement can make it easier to find the mark from the level on the echogram manually. Study procedure: 1.
  • Page 27: Additional Accessories

    10.2. Multi-purpose Valve The multi-purpose valve is supplied separately and is to be used in SUDOS well sounders and SIAM-manufactured well sounders for generating an acoustic impulse by injecting gas into the well or bleeding the well down.
  • Page 28 10.3. GBO-2 Conversion Kit GBO-2 conversion kit is supplied separately and is to be used in SUDOS well sounders and SIAM-manufactured well sounders for controlling the level when there is no or low excessive pressure in the annular space of the well.
  • Page 29: Maintenance

    Well sounders «DU-1» 11. MAINTENANCE 11.1. Order of Well sounder Maintenance Maintenance Maintenance Maintenance Maintenance Type of works 1 (every week) (every (every 6 (every 12 month) months) months) Cleaning of the tapered connecting thread, the acoustic sensor, the well sounder...
  • Page 30 Well sounders «DU-1» Arrangement of the elements inside the threaded coupling cavity is given in the figure of the level indicator: 1 - acoustic sensor; 2 - pressure sensor; 3 - fitting. Cleaning is done using pure gasoline, a brush and a cleaning rag. It is allowed to pour a small amount (50…100ml) of gasoline inside the...
  • Page 31: Exhaust Valve Maintenance

    Well sounders «DU-1» The outer surfaces of pressure sensor are wiped with a clean rag, wetted in a small amount of gasoline, and then wiped dry. 11.2.2. Exhaust Valve Maintenance Exhaust valve components are given in the Figure: 1 - guide bush;...
  • Page 32: Cleaning Of Accumulator Charging Socket

    SIAM certified specialists, according to design documentation under the testing program. 11.2.5. Pressure Testing Well sounder pressure testing is done at the SIAM service center or by SIAM certified specialists on the Hydraulic testing bench SGI-1 IZM...
  • Page 33: Replacement Of The Valve Sealing Ring

    Well sounders «DU-1» 4.137.002, using oil, at the excessive pressure of 150 atm during 10 minutes. Oil leakage from well sounder is not acceptable during testing. 11.2.6. Replacement of the Valve Sealing Ring In order to replace the sealing ring, the latter should be demounted from the well sounder with a sharp tool.
  • Page 34: Device Storage And Transportation

    Well sounders «DU-1» 12. DEVICE STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION The device should be stored in a standard bag in dry heated premises, at the temperatures from -10 to +40 °С and moisture less than 80%. Product transportation is allowed in a standard bag by any type of transport at the temperature from -50 to +50 °С.
  • Page 35: Appendix 1. Control Of Well Fluid Level In Complicated Conditions

    Well sounders «DU-1» APPENDIX 1. Control of Well Fluid Level in Complicated Conditions In some situations a steady identification of echo signal, reflected from fluid level, and, accordingly, an accurate automatic sensing of level is complicated. Some of the causes, recommended methods and modes of measuring, results analysis methods are described in this Appendix.
  • Page 36 Well sounders «DU-1» High level of fluid. It is recommended to generate an acoustic impulse of short length. High interference, high foam level, a significant narrowing of annular clearance, low gas pressure in the annular space. It is recommended to generate an acoustic impulse of increased length.
  • Page 37: Appendix 2. Setting Sound Speed Work Sheet

    Divisions, fields, etc. Numbers of user sheets can be from 3 to 99. Working with a database, including questions on creation and use of user sheets, is described in the document "Database DB SIAM v2.5. User Manual", included in the package.
  • Page 38: Appendix 3. Dependence Of Sound Speed On Annular Pressure

    Well sounders «DU-1» APPENDIX 3. Dependence of Sound Speed on Annular Pressure Sheet 1 - "Langepas" (averaged data for Siberia) Pressure, Sound Pressur Sound Pressure, Sound Pressure, Sound kgf/cm 2 speed, m/s speed, kgf/cm 2 speed, kgf/cm 2 speed, m/s...
  • Page 39 Well sounders «DU-1» Pressure, Sound Pressure, Sound Pressure, Sound Pressure, Sound kgf/cm2 speed, kgf/cm2 speed, kgf/cm2 speed, kgf/cm2 speed, m/s 13,5 14,0 15,0 17,0 20,0 26,0 34,0 48,0 60,0 ≥81,0...
  • Page 40: Claims

    Well sounders «DU-1» CLAIMS If the “DU-1” well sounder malfunctions during the warranty period, the consumer must draw up an act indicating the signs of faults. Act indicating the exact address of the consumer should be sent to the manufacturer.
  • Page 41 Well sounders «DU-1» 4. Service center in Tomsk 3 Belaya Str., Tomsk, 634003, Russian Federation. tel.: (3822) 90-00-08; 20-02.
  • Page 42 Well sounders «DU-1» REVISION RECORD SHEET Total sheets Incoming # Ref # of Numbers of sheets (pages) Signa- Revi- (pages) of of supporting docu- Date sion ture document ment document Revised Replaced Annulled...

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