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E.H. Wachs
600 Knightsbridge Parkway
Lincolnshire, IL 60069
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External-Internal Casing Cutter
E.H. Wachs Part No. 60-MAN-05
Rev. A, April 2013
Revision History:
Original
March 2009
Rev. 1
August 2011
Copyright © 2013 E.H. Wachs. All rights reserved.
This manual may not be reproduced in whole or in part
User's Manual
without the written consent of E.H. Wachs.
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  • Page 1 E.H. Wachs Part No. 60-MAN-05 Rev. A, April 2013 Revision History: Original March 2009 Rev. 1 August 2011 Copyright © 2013 E.H. Wachs. All rights reserved. This manual may not be reproduced in whole or in part without the written consent of E.H. Wachs.
  • Page 2 External-Internal Casing Cutter Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A E.H. Wachs...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 1: About the EICC ........
  • Page 4 Mounting the Internal EICC Attachment ........

  • Page 5: Chapter 1: About The Eicc

    EVISION RACKING QUIPMENT ESCRIPTION Before operating the EICC, you should read through this manual and become familiar with all instructions. OW TO ANUAL This manual is organized to help you quickly find the infor- Throughout this manual, refer to this column for warnings, mation you need.

  • Page 6: Symbols And Warnings

    IMPORTANT An IMPORTANT alert with the damage alert symbol indi- cates a situation that may result in damage to the equipment. Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A E.H. Wachs...

  • Page 7: Manual Updates And Revision Tracking

    August 2011—Rev. 1. QUIPMENT ESCRIPTION The EICC is an accessory kit to the Low Clearance Split Frame (LCSF) machine used to cut off and chamfer produc- tion pipe below a wellhead. The EICC internal attachment mounts on the LCSF with a bridge adapter. A graduated...
  • Page 8 Extended Tool Slides Counter Clamp Leg Sets Figure 1-1. The EICC internal attachment kit is shown disassembled above. Note that the chuck head assembly is normally attached to the drive tube. This kit shows both the standard and extended slides.
  • Page 9 Cam Counter Bridge Collar Figure 1-4. The EICC bridge mounts on the LCSF rotating ring and secures the EICC drive tube in the bridge collar. Custom bridge sizes are available. E.H. Wachs Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A...
  • Page 10 External-Internal Casing Cutter Slide mounting screws Clamp legs Trip Figure 1-5. The clamp legs and tool slides mount on the EICC chuck head, shown above. Extended Slide Set Standard Slide Set Figure 1-6. The tool slides secure the tooling used to cut the internal pipe.
  • Page 11 Figure 1-7. The counter mounts to the trip location on the LCSF and is used to track revolutions of the chuck head. Figure 1-8. The EICC internal attachment comes in a durable carrying case. E.H. Wachs Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A...
  • Page 12 External-Internal Casing Cutter Figure 1-9. The wellhead adapter holds the LCSF in the proper vertical position while the EICC is cen- tered inside the production casing. Figure 1-10. The EICC clamp leg sets are shown. Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A...
  • Page 13 About the EICC: Equipment Description Figure 1-11. The table and figure show the size ranges for the standard range chuck legs. Table 1: Standard Range Chuck Leg Casing O.D. Part Number DIM A 7” .150” 60-1066-00 (175 mm) (3.8 mm) 7 5/8”...

  • Page 14: Hand Tools

    60-1066-05 (294 mm) (63.8 mm) 13 3/8” 3.320” 60-1066-06 (334 mm) (84.3 mm) OOLS Table 3: EICC Kit Hand Tools Description Part Number 1/8” T handle hex wrench 90-800-39 Hex wrench cluster 90-800-40 1/2” drive ratchet 90-800-63 7/16” bolt-through wrench...

  • Page 15: Operating Dimensions

    About the EICC: Operating Envelope Operating Dimensions E.H. Wachs Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A...

  • Page 16: Clamp Head Envelope

    External-Internal Casing Cutter Clamp Head Envelope Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A E.H. Wachs...

  • Page 17: Standard Slide Operating Envelope

    About the EICC: Operating Envelope Standard Slide Operating Envelope E.H. Wachs Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A...

  • Page 18: Extended Slide Operating Envelope

    External-Internal Casing Cutter Extended Slide Operating Envelope Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A E.H. Wachs...

  • Page 19: Chapter 2: Safety

    Introduction to the Equipment Chapter 2 Safety In This Chapter E.H. Wachs takes great pride in designing and manufactur- PERATING UIDELINES ing safe, high-quality products. We make user safety a top priority in the design of all our products. EICC...

  • Page 20: Safe Operating Environment

    • Tooling on any cutting equipment—including lathe tools, saw blades, milling tools, etc.—may get very hot. Do not touch tooling until you have made sure it is cool enough to handle. Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A E.H. Wachs...

  • Page 21: Safety Alerts In This Manual

    Protective Equipment Requirements Protective Clothing Wear safety shoes when operating or servicing the equip- ment. Serious injury could result from dropping the machine or its components. E.H. Wachs Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A...

  • Page 22: Eye Protection

    Low Clearance Split Frame User’s Manual for full safety guidelines and instructions. Intended Uses The EICC is an accessory kit to the low clearance split frame (LCSF) machine used to cut off and chamfer produc- tion pipe below a wellhead. The EICC internal attachment mounts on the LCSF with a bridge adapter.

  • Page 23: Proper Use Of The Eicc

    Misuse • Do not attempt to mount or operate the LCSF and EICC on non-cylindrical workpieces. • Do not attempt to mount or operate the LCSF and EICC on any workpiece to which the equipment cannot be securely mounted.

  • Page 24: Potential Hazards

    Machines or assemblies over 40 lb (18 kg) must be lifted by two people or a lifting device. Depending on size, some EICC models may weigh more than 40 lb. • It is the responsibility of the end user to determine whether a machine or assembly can be lifted by two or more people.

  • Page 25: Chapter 3: Operating Instructions

    Introduction to the Equipment Chapter 3 Operating Instructions In This Chapter The EICC is an accessory to the Low Clearance Split XTERNAL UTTING OF THE Frame (LCSF) that allows the operator to cut and bevel URFACE ASING pipe that is inside an external casing.
  • Page 26 Move to the other two clamp pads and snug them. At this point the machine should be fairly centered. Measure the distance between the LCSF ring and cas- ing at each clamp position using the provided square. Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A E.H. Wachs...

  • Page 27: Installing The Tooling

    Once the machine is centered to the casing, tighten the four clamp pad locking screws completely. Installing the Tooling Insert the parting blade through the parting tool slide. The cutting edge must face clockwise. E.H. Wachs Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A...
  • Page 28 Turn the starwheel clockwise three complete revolu- tions to retract the tool slide. Repeat steps 1 - 4 for the second parting or beveling tool in the beveling tool slide. Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A E.H. Wachs...

  • Page 29: Time The Starwheels

    Air motors can be installed in properly. several different positions. Mount it in the most conve- Tighten the two screws to secure the drive motor. nient position for operation. E.H. Wachs Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A...

  • Page 30: Cutting The Surface Casing

    (older model LCSFs) or pulling the trip lever out (newer models). The LCSF can also use an electric or hydraulic drive. Connect appropriate power to the drive motor.. Figure 3-5. Begin the cut by engaging the starwheel trip. Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A E.H. Wachs...

  • Page 31: After The Cut

    Preparing the Wellhead The casing should be cleared of mud and debris before inserting the EICC internal attachment into the wellhead. CAUTION Submerging the EICC internal attachment in mud can dam- Operating the age the machine. EICC without clearing the...

  • Page 32: Mounting The Internal Eicc Attachment

    External-Internal Casing Cutter Mounting the Internal EICC Attachment Install the supplied wellhead adapter over the well- NOTE head and secure to the wellhead with four 1-½” (38 mm) threaded rods and eight 1-½” (38 mm) nuts and The standard internal part / washers.
  • Page 33 Insert the top of the drive tube up through the bottom of the bridge collar. Align the bridge collar at the desired depth mark. Figure 3-8. Use the depth marks on the drive tube to align the internal cutting attachment. E.H. Wachs Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A...
  • Page 34 Reinstall the safety screw into the top of the drive tube. This screw prevents the module from falling into the casing. Figure 3-10. Reinstall the safety screw on the end of the drive tube. Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A E.H. Wachs...

  • Page 35: Install The Tool Slides And Trip

    (right). Figure 3-12. The standard tool slide mounting loca- tions are shown above. Insert the mounting dowel pins into the holes corresponding to the production casing size (in inches) you are cutting. E.H. Wachs Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A...
  • Page 36 Insert tool slides onto the rotating head tool slide dowel pins. Figure 3-14. Mount the tool slides to the rotating head as shown. Tighten the three captivated screws for each tool slide to secure them to the rotating head. Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A E.H. Wachs...
  • Page 37 To move the trip, loosen and remove the trip position screw. To set the trip position, insert the trip position screw in the appropriate location hole, and align the trip so that you can insert the screw. Tighten the screw securely. E.H. Wachs Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A...

  • Page 38: Installing Chuck Legs

    Tighten the screws to secure the trip. Installing Chuck Legs Select the appropriate set of 3 chuck legs for the size of the casing you are cutting. Insert the chuck legs in the chuck body housing. Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A E.H. Wachs...

  • Page 39: Installing Tooling

    Combination Part / Bevel Tool Slide matched. Refer to the rotation direction label on the EICC bridge when installing tooling. Figure 3-20. Check the rotation decal to verifiy proper tooling alignment.
  • Page 40 Install the tool blade with the cutting edge facing the direction of rotation. Using the blade mounting clamp, tighten the two screws into the male tool slide to secure the tool blade. Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A E.H. Wachs...

  • Page 41: Parting Tool Slide

    Figure 3-23. Retract the tool slide one complete revo- lution clockwise from its innermost position. Parting Tool Slide Install the parting tool in the parting tool slide. The cutting edge of the tool should face the direction of E.H. Wachs Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A...

  • Page 42: Install The Eicc On The Lcsf

    Figure 3-24. Secure the parting tool as shown. Using the blade mounting clamp, tighten the screws on the male tool slide plate to secure the tool blade. Install the EICC on the LCSF Lift the internal cutting module onto the split frame NOTE...
  • Page 43 Introduction to the Equipment: Severing the Production Casing Figure 3-25. The bridge adapter mounts on the LCSF rotating ring. Figure 3-26. Insert the internal cutting module into the casing. E.H. Wachs Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A...
  • Page 44 Figure 3-28. Tighten the clamp legs as shown. Adjust each clamp leg on the LCSF until it just touches the wellhead adapter. Then tighten each leg to secure the LCSF. Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A E.H. Wachs...

  • Page 45: Install The Counter

    LCSF. Zero the counter by turning the counter knob. One digit on the counter equals .0042” (.105 mm) of radial tool travel. Figure 3-30. Reset the counter before cutting the internal pipe. E.H. Wachs Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A...

  • Page 46: Cutting The Internal Pipe

    The air motor should be mounted in such a way as to allow the operator the easiest and safest access possible. Figure 3-31. Mount the motor as shown. Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A E.H. Wachs...

  • Page 47: Remove The Internal Attachment

    Introduction to the Equipment: Severing the Production Casing Figure 3-32. The EICC ready to cut. To begin the cutting process, set the drive motor to NOTE reverse, and then engage the motor slowly to verify If the counter is correct rotating direction. Refer to the rotation direc- not engaging, see tion label on the bridge adapter.

  • Page 48: Bevel Tooling Installation And Adjustment

    Insert the bevel tool into the tool slide slot so the back end of the tool is flush with the back edge of the male tool slide. Tighten the two tool retaining set screws. Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A E.H. Wachs...
  • Page 49 Housing Tool slide Figure 3-34. The tool slide should be flush with the housing. Bevel tool Tool slide Figure 3-35. The bevel tool should be flush with the back edge of the slide. E.H. Wachs Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A...
  • Page 50 Tighten the chamfer / bevel stop screw in the male tool slide completely. Advance the male tool slide outward by turning the feed screw clockwise approximately 4 complete revo- lutions back to its flush location. Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A E.H. Wachs...

  • Page 51: Cutting The Chamfer / Bevel

    Once the tool begins cutting, apply liberal amounts of coolant for the duration of the machining process. Continue to chamfer / bevel until the tool slide stops feeding. Allow the EICC machine to continue running for 3 to 6 more revolutions to clear burrs or metal chips.

  • Page 52: Remove The Drive Motor Assembly

    Remove the four screws holding the bridge to the LCSF. Lift and remove the internal attachment from the split frame ring. Remove the LCSF from the surface casing. Remove the wellhead adapter. Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A E.H. Wachs...

  • Page 53: Chapter 4: Maintenance

    Check the tension each time you use the EICC, and adjust if neces- sary. Remove the tool slide from the EICC by loosening the tool slide mounting screws.

  • Page 54: Adjusting The Counter

    The edge of the counter wheel should be 0.540” (13.7 mm) from the edge of the counter housing to ensure the counter marks each revolution of the EICC. Refer to the exploded view drawing in Chapter 5. If the counter is not properly functioning, the counter wheel must be adjusted.
  • Page 55 Loos- ening both set screws will misalign the counter. Figure 4-3. The hex screw is accessible through the counter wheel notch. Loosen the hex screw with a 5/64” hex wrench. E.H. Wachs Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A...
  • Page 56 Readjust as needed. It may be necessary to adjust the counter depth to more or less than 0.540” (13.7 mm). Mount the counter on the LCSF stationary ring. Operate the EICC for one rotation to test the counter. Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A E.H. Wachs...

  • Page 57: Chapter 5: Parts List And Ordering Information

    RDERING NFORMATION RAWINGS AND ISTS To place an order, request service, or get more detailed information on any E.H. Wachs products, call us at one of the following numbers: U.S. 800-323-8185 International: 847-537-8800 You can also visit our Web site at: www.ehwachs.com...

  • Page 58: Warranty Information

    Return equipment for repair to the following address. E.H. Wachs 600 Knightsbridge Parkway Lincolnshire, Illinois 60069 USA RAWINGS AND ISTS The drawings on the following pages illustrate the compo- nents of the EICC, and include parts lists with part numbers. Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A E.H. Wachs...

  • Page 59: Standard Slide Configuration (60-4001-Xx)

    31" DRIVE TUBE ASSEMBLY, EICC 60-7000-01 PARTING TOOL (NOT SHOWN) 60-7001-30 30 BEVEL TOOL (NOT SHOWN) 60-MAN-05 MANUAL, EICC FOR LCSF (NOT SHOWN) 90-800-39 WRENCH, 1/8" HEX TEE HANDLE (NOT SHOWN) 90-800-40 WRENCH, 3/16" - 3/8" HEX SET (NOT SHOWN) 90-800-63 WRENCH, 1/2"...

  • Page 60: Extended Slide Configuration (60- 4002-Xx)

    31" DRIVE TUBE ASSEMBLY, EICC 60-7000-01 PARTING TOOL (NOT SHOWN) 60-7001-30 30 BEVEL TOOL (NOT SHOWN) 60-MAN-05 MANUAL, EICC FOR LCSF (NOT SHOWN) 90-800-39 WRENCH,1/8" HEX TEE HANDLE (NOT SHOWN) 90-800-40 WRENCH, 3/16" - 3/8" HEX SET (NOT SHOWN) 90-800-63 WRENCH, 1/2"...

  • Page 61: Trip Assembly (60-4003-00)

    INTERNAL RETAINING RING 60-1074-00 HOUSING COUNTER 60-1075-00 COUNTER HUB 60-1076-00 COUNTER WHEEL 60-1077-00 COUNTER 60-1078-00 EXTERNAL RETAINING RING 90-024-04 SSS, 8-32 X 1/8 90-060-06 SHCS, 5/16-18 X 5/8 90-102-03 BHCS #4-40 x .250 E.H. Wachs Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A...

  • Page 62: Standard Slides (60-4005-01)

    PIN, 3/32 X 1/4 DOWEL 90-046-05 PIN, .1875 x .500; DOWEL 90-050-07 SHCS, 1/4-20 X 3/4 90-050-08 SHCS, 1/4-20 X 7/8 90-054-05 SSS, 1/4-20 X 1/2 90-054-08 SSS, 1/4-20 X 7/8 90-055-04 NUT, 1/4-20 JAM Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A E.H. Wachs...

  • Page 63: Extended Slides (60-4005-02)

    PIN, 3/32 X 1/4 DOWEL 90-046-05 PIN, .1875 x .500; DOWEL 90-050-07 SHCS, 1/4-20 X 3/4 90-050-08 SHCS, 1/4-20 X 7/8 90-054-05 SSS, 1/4-20 X 1/2 90-054-08 SSS, 1/4-20 X 7/8 90-055-04 NUT, 1/4-20 JAM E.H. Wachs Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A...

  • Page 64: Rotating Bridge Assembly (60-4007-Xx)

    External-Internal Casing Cutter Rotating Bridge Assembly (60-4007-XX) Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A E.H. Wachs...

  • Page 65: Chuck Body Assembly (60-4012-00)

    Introduction to the Equipment: Drawings and Part Lists Chuck Body Assembly (60-4012-00) E.H. Wachs Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A...

  • Page 66: 31" Drive Tube Assembly (60-4013-31)

    External-Internal Casing Cutter 31” Drive Tube Assembly (60-4013-31) Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A E.H. Wachs...

  • Page 67: 36" Drive Tube Assembly (60-4013-36)

    Introduction to the Equipment: Drawings and Part Lists 36” Drive Tube Assembly (60-4013-36) E.H. Wachs Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A...

  • Page 68: 42" Drive Tube Assembly (60-4013-42)

    External-Internal Casing Cutter 42” Drive Tube Assembly (60-4013-42) Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A E.H. Wachs...

  • Page 69: 48" Drive Tube Assembly (60-4013-48)

    Introduction to the Equipment: Drawings and Part Lists 48” Drive Tube Assembly (60-4013-48) E.H. Wachs Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A...

  • Page 70: 54" Drive Tube Assembly (60-4013-54)

    External-Internal Casing Cutter 54” Drive Tube Assembly (60-4013-54) Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A E.H. Wachs...

  • Page 71: 56" Drive Tube Assembly (60-4013-56)

    Introduction to the Equipment: Drawings and Part Lists 56” Drive Tube Assembly (60-4013-56) E.H. Wachs Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A...

  • Page 72: 60" Drive Tube Assembly (60-4013-60)

    External-Internal Casing Cutter 60” Drive Tube Assembly (60-4013-60) Part No. 60-MAN-05, Rev. A E.H. Wachs...

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