TDS - 11SA Service Manual

TDS-11SA
Service
Manual
SM00856
Motor Cooling
System
Counterbalance
System
Hydraulic Disc
Brakes (2)
Gooseneck
(S-Pipe)
AC Drilling
Motors (2)
Transmission/
Motor Housing
Electrical
System
Hydraulic
System
Rotating Link
Adapter
Guide Beam
and Carriage
PH-50
Pipehandler
Rear
Left Side
Right Side
Front
TDS-11SA
General Information
Specifications
Lubrication
Installation, Commissioning
and Decommissioning
Guide Beams and Carriage
Motor Housing,
Transmission
PH-50 Pipehandler
Hydraulic System
Electrical System
General Information
Specifications
Lubrication
and Decommissioning
Motor Housing,
Transmission
PH-50 Pipehandler
Hydraulic System
Electrical System
Varco Systems
Preface
Manual conventions
This Preface contains the conventions used throughout this manual.
Avoid injury to personnel and/or equipment damage by reading this
manual and related documents before operating, inspecting, or servicing
the equipment.
Notes, cautions, and warnings
The following examples explain the symbols for notes, cautions, and
warnings. Please pay close attention to these important advisories.
Note
Provides additional information on procedures involving little or no risk of

injury to personnel or equipment damage.
Caution
Alerts the reader to procedures involving a risk of equipment damage.
Warning
Warns the reader of procedures involving a definite risk of injury to

rig personnel.
Product Bulletins
The Product Bulletin tab, if included in your manual, defines a section of
the manual in which you can store Product and Safety bulletins that may
be issued by Varco.
Overall equipment safety requirements

Varco drilling equipment is installed and operated in a controlled drilling
rig environment that involves hazardous operations and situations.
To avoid injury to personnel or equipment damage, carefully observe the

following safety requirements.
Personnel training
All personnel installing, operating, repairing, or maintaining equipment,
or those in the vicinity of this equipment, should be trained in rig safety,
tool operation, and maintenance as applicable. This measure helps
ensure the safety of everyone exposed to the equipment for whatever
purpose.
During installation, operation, maintenance, or repair of this equipment,

personnel should wear protective equipment.
Contact the Varco Service Department to arrange for training for
equipment operation and maintenance.
Systems safety practices

The equipment covered by this manual may require or contain one or
more utilities such as electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and cooling water.
Before installing or performing maintenance or repairs on the equipment,

read the following instructions to avoid endangering exposed persons or
damaging equipment.
Isolate all energy sources before beginning work.
Avoid performing maintenance and repairs while the equipment is in
operation.
Wear proper protective equipment during the installation,
maintenance, or repair of this equipment.
Electrical systems and components
All electrical wiring, junction boxes, sensors, glands, and related

equipment are designed for the specific application, environment and
particular zone where the equipment is intended to be used.
Before beginning work on this equipment, familiarize yourself with
the electrical schematics, as well as the equipment power and
voltage requirements.
When performing installation, maintenance, or repairs on the
equipment, isolate all power. Lock out switches and tag them to
prevent injury.
Prior to disconnecting wires, verify that all wires and terminals are
properly labeled to ensure proper reconnection.
Hydraulic systems and components
Hydraulic systems and components are designed for specific use in the
drilling industry. The hydraulic pressure for this equipment can be as high
as 3,000 psi.
Before beginning work on any portion of the hydraulic system,
familiarize yourself with the hydraulic and electrical schematics.
Isolate, lock out, and tag the hydraulic and electrical power and
controls.
Take precautions when bleeding down residual system pressure,
using bleed valves or equivalent techniques.
Hydraulic fluids can be extremely hot and under high pressure.

Properly discharge all system accumulators.
Collect all residual hydraulic fluid in a container to prevent rig or
environmental contamination.
Take precautions to prevent hydraulic oil from leaking into other open
electrical or mechanical components, such as junction boxes.
Pneumatic systems and components
Pneumatic systems and components are designed for specific use in the
drilling industry. The pneumatic pressure for this equipment can be as
high as 150 psi.
Prior to beginning work on any portion of the pneumatic system,
familiarize yourself with the pneumatic and electrical schematics.
Isolate, lock out, and tag the pneumatic and electrical power and
controls.
Take precautions when bleeding down residual system pressure
Properly discharge all system accumulators.
Water cooling systems and components
Water cooling systems and components are designed for specific use in
the drilling industry. The water can reach temperatures high enough to
cause scalding.
Prior to beginning work on any portion of the cooling system
familiarize yourself with the plumbing and electrical schematics.
Isolate, lock out, and tag the cooling water and electrical power and
controls.
Take precautions when bleeding down residual system pressure
Collect all residual cooling water in a container to prevent rig or
environmental contamination if necessary.
Take precautions to prevent cooling water from leaking into other
open electrical or mechanical components such as junction boxes.
General safety
Equipment motion hazards
Some of the Varco equipment travels either horizontally, vertically on

rails, or both.
Avoid placing objects in or near the path of motion for this equipment.
Such interference could cause personnel to be trapped or crushed by
equipment.
Keep the working envelope/zone of the equipment free from personnel.
When replacing components
During disassembly and reassembly of any equipment, verify all

components such as cables, hoses, etc. are tagged and labeled to
ensure reinstalling the components correctly.
Replace failed or damaged components with Varco certified parts.
Failure to do so could result in a hazard, equipment damage, or
personal injury.
During routine maintenance
Equipment must be maintained on a regular basis. See the body of the

service manual for maintenance recommendations.
Failure to conduct regular maintenance can result in a hazard,

equipment damage, or injury to personnel.
Visibility of equipment operation
Clear, unobstructed visibility of all equipment functions is critical to safe

operation. Do not block or impair the equipment operators field of view.
In cases where this is not possible, the customer must install video
cameras to ensure adequate visibility.
Proper use of equipment
Varco equipment is designed for specific functions and applications and

should be used only for the intended purpose.
Do not hoist personnel using this equipment.

Contact the Varco service center for questions regarding equipment
operation, maintenance, hazards, and designed function.
Varco Service Centers

If you need technical assistance, see the back cover of this manual for a
complete list of Varcos Worldwide Service Centers.
General Information
How to use this manual ...................................... 1-2

Identification numbers ....................................... 1-3
Lifting points ....................................................... 1-4

Safety wiring ....................................................... 1-5
Torque values ..................................................... 1-6
Basic useage ...................................................... 1-7

Drilling ahead with singles ............................................. 1-7
Drilling ahead with triples............................................... 1-8
Backreaming ................................................................. 1-9
TDS-11SA consumables ..................................... 1-10
TDS-11SA
General Information
How to use this manual

1
This manual is divided into 9 sections. The first page of each section is marked with a black tab that lines up
with the thumb index tabs for each section and the back cover. You can quickly find each section without looking
through a full table of contents. Use the symbols printed at the top corner of each page as a quick reference system.
Each section uses a different symbol.
Where applicable, each section includes:
1. A table of contents, or an illustrated view index showing:
Major assemblies, systems or operations
Page references to descriptions in text
2. Disassembly / assembly information and tools
3. Inspection information
4. Testing / troubleshooting information
5. Repair information
6. Adjustment information
7. Torque values
Notes, Cautions and Warnings
i
!
(Note)
Gives helpful information.
(Caution)
Indicates a possibility of personal injury or equipment damage if instructions

are not followed.
(Warning) Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or loss of life if

instructions are not followed.
Special Information
Detailed descriptions of standard workshop procedures, safety principles and service operations are not included.
Please note that this may manual contain warnings about proceedures which could damage equipment, make it
unsafe, or cause PERSONAL INJURY. Please understand that these warnings cannot cover all conceivable ways in
which service (whether or not recommended by Varco Systems) might be done, or the possible hazardous
consequences of each conceivable way. Nor could Varco Systems investigate all such ways. Anyone using service
procedures or tools, whether or not recommended by Varco Systems, must be thoroughly satisfied that neither
personal safety nor equipment safety will be jeopardized.
All information contained in this manual is based upon the latest product information available at the time of printing. We reserve the right to make
changes at any time without notice. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in retrieval systems, or transmitted in any form by any
means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Varco Systems. This includes text,
figures and tables.
1-2
Varco Systems
General Information
Identification numbers
1
Encoder
Instruction Label
Located on the side
of the brake housing
AC Motor
Identification Label
Located on the side
of each AC motor
Warning Labels
Located on the side
of each AC motor
Trace code identifies the

configuration of your equipment
SALES ORDER NO.

ASSY NO.
TRACE CODE
DATE OF MANUFACTURE
REV
Top Drive
Identification Plate
Located on the front
of the motor housing
Warning Label
Located on the
side of the bonnet
TDS-11SA
1-3
General Information
Lifting points
27,000 lb
(12300 kg)
TDS-11SA
Lifting Point
For lowering/hoisting the
Top Drive to/from the skid
!
Bail Lock
Must be installed before
lowering/hoisting the
Top Drive to/from the skid
Lifting Points
For the skid with
Top Drive attached
i
For information on
Center of gravity
see pages 2-2 and 2-3
30,000 lb
(13600 kg)
TDS-11SA on the skid
Lifting Points
For the skid with
Top Drive attached
1-4
Locking pins
Must be in place
prior to moving the skid
with Top Drive attached
Locking pins
Must be in place
prior to moving the skid
with Top Drive attached
Varco Systems
General Information
Safety wiring
1
TDS-11SA
1-5
General Information
Torque values
(Unless otherwise specified)
1
Diameter
Threads
per inch
Bolts Lubricated with

Light Machine Oil
Bolts Lubricated with

Anti-seize Compound
Grade 5
Grade 5
Min.
Torque
(ft lb)
Max.
Torque
(ft lb)
Clamp
Force
(lb)
Min.
Torque
(ft lb)
Max.
Torque
(ft lb)
Clamp
Force
(lb)
Coarse Thread Series, UNC

1/4
20
7.6
8.4
2020
5.7
6.3
2020
5/16
18
16
18
3340
12.1
13.4
3340
3/8
16
29
32
4940
21.4
23.6
4490
7/16
14
48
53
6800
36
39
6800
1/2
13
71
79
9050
53
59
9050
9/16
12
105
116
11600
78
87
11600
5/8
11
143
158
14400
107
118
14400
3/4
10
247
273
21300
185
205
21300
7/8
409
452
29400
306
339
29400
608
672
38600
456
504
38600
1 1/8
760
840
42300
570
630
42300
1 1/4
1064
1176
53800
798
882
53800
1 3/8
1387
1533
64100
1040
1150
64100
1 1/2
1843
2037
78000
1382
1528
78000
Fine Thread Series, UNF

1/4
28
9.5
10.5
2320
7.1
7.9
2320
5/16
24
18
20
3700
13.5
15.0
3700
3/8
24
33
37
5600
25
28
5600
7/16
20
52
58
7550
39
43
7550
1/2
20
86
95
10700
64
71
10700
9/16
18
114
126
12950
86
95
12950
5/8
18
162
179
16300
121
134
16300
3/4
16
285
315
23800
214
236
23800
7/8
14
447
494
32400
335
370
32400
14
665
735
42200
499
551
42200
1 1/8
12
836
924
47500
627
693
47500
1 1/4
12
1178
1302
59600
884
977
59600
1 3/8
12
1596
1764
73000
1197
1323
73000
1 1/2
12
2090
2310
87700
1568
1733
87700
T.S. = 120,000 psi to 1" dia. Proof Strength = 85,000 psi

T.S. = 105,000 psi 1 1/8" to 1 1/2" dia. Proof Strength = 74,000 psi
1-6
Varco Systems
General Information
Basic useage
Drilling ahead with singles
1
Step 1
Set slips on string
Stop circulation
Close IBOP
Breakout connection
using pipehandler
and drilling motor
(in reverse)
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Tilt links to
mousehole
Pickup single
with elevator
Latch drill pipe

elevator around
single
Release link tilt

Stab bottom of
single onto string
Step 5
Lower block to
stab motor into
top of single
Pull slips
Spin in motor
and single
Start circulation
Makeup both
connections
with motor in
torque mode
Open IBOP
Begin drilling
Makeup
Open
IBOP
Link Tilt
Close IBOP
Stab
TDS-11SA
Makeup
1-7
General Information
Basic useage
Drilling ahead with triples
1
Step 1
Step 2
Set slips on string
Raise block
Stop circulation
Tilt link tilt to

derrickman
Breakout connection
using pipehandler
and drilling motor
(in reverse)
Step 3
Pickup stand
with elevator
Stab bottom of
stand onto string
Step 4
Step 5
Lower block to
stab motor into
top of stand
Pull slips
Spin in motor
and stand
Begin drilling
Start circulation
Makeup both
connections
with motor
Makeup
Link Tilt
Start
Circulation
Stop
Circulation
Stab
1-8
Makeup
Varco Systems
General Information
Basic useage
Backreaming
Step 1
Hoist while
circulating and
rotating
When 3-rd
connection
surfaces, stop
rotation and
circulation
Step 2
Set slips on string
Breakout
connection using
pipehandler and
drilling motor
(reverse)
Step 3
Hoist free stand
with elevator
Step 4
Setback stand
using link tilt
Lower block, stab

motor into string
Spin in motor
and makeup
connection with
motor
Breakout and
spinout stand
at floor
Breakout
Step 5
Start circulation,
pull slips, hoist
and rotate
Hoist
Setback
Hoist and
Rotate
Breakout
TDS-11SA
1-9
General Information
TDS-11SA consumables
1
Consumables
Quantity
Part Number
Page Ref.
Tong Dies
16781
See page 7-14
Stabilizer, Front
118368
See page 7-15
Stabilizer, Rear
118367
See page 7-15
Flippers, Stabbing Guide
76442
See page 7-15
Wash Pipe
123289
See page 6-11
Wash Pipe (Tungsten Coated)
123289-TC
See page 6-11
Wash Pipe Packing Kit, 3" Standard

(Use with Wash Pipe 123289 or 123289-TC)
123290-PK
See page 6-11
Wash Pipe Packing Kit, 3" High Pressure

(Use with Wash Pipe 123289-TC only)
123290-PK-1
See page 6-11
Hydraulic Oil Filter
114416-1
See page 4-30
Gear Oil Filter
111013-1
See page 4-32
Wash Pipe
Gear Oil Filter
Stabilizers
Tong Dies
Stabbing Guide
1-10
Varco Systems
Specifications
Specifications
Size specifications ............................................. 2-2

1
General specifications ....................................... 2-4

Typical mast interface ....................................... 2-5
22
TDS-11SA
TDS-11SA
2-1
Specifications
Size specifications
Bail
120 in.
(3.05 m)
18.5 in. (.47 m)
Bail
88 in.
(2.24 m)
214.0 in.
(5.43 m)
233.0 in.
(5.82 m)
To Center
of Gravity
112 in.
(2.85 m)
To Center
of Gravity
28 in.
(.71 m)
56 in.
(1.42 m)
62 in.
(1.58 m)
2-2
To Center
of Gravity
37 in.
(.94 m)
72 in. (1.83 m)
= 30,000 lb
= 13600 kg
Varco Systems
Specifications
Size specifications
Rear
33.7 in. (856 mm)
33.8 in.
(859 mm)
30.0 in.
(762 mm)
Setback
(Standard)
22.8 in.
(579 mm)
C
L
Well
21.1 in.
(53 mm)
22.1 in.
(561 mm)
31.0 in. (787 mm)

32.6 in. (828 mm)
26.0 in. (660 mm)
36.9 in. (937 mm)
C
L
Well
Front
TDS-11SA
2-3
Specifications
General specifications
Components
Items
Description
Top Drive
Weight
Stack-up Height
Power Requirements
Horsepower
Output torque (continuous)
Tool torque (intermittent @ stall)
Maximum Speed @ full power
Hoisting capacity
Load Path
27,000 lb
17.8 ft
700 KVA @ 575-600 VAC, 50/60 Hz
800 hp
37,500 ft lb (800 hp)
55,000 ft lb
228 rpm
500 ton
Single
Sizes
3-1/2 in. to 5 in. (4 in. to 6-5/8 in. OD tool joint)
Type
PH-50 (55,000 ft lb torque)
Type
Reliance AC-575 VAC (2 x 400 hp)
Type
IDM Yaskowa Drive (800 hp, 575 VAC) or

Siemens (800 hp, 600 VAC)
Type
Hydraulic caliper disc brakes
Type
Power
Speed
Local intake pressure blower

(2) 5 hp AC motors
3,600 rpm
Type
Single speed, double reduction helical gear

system
10.5:1 (4.38:1 optional)
Drill Pipe
Pipe Handler
Drilling Motor
Variable Frequency Drive
Motor Braking
Motor Cooling System
Gearcase
Gear ratio
Gearcase Lubrication
Type
Reservoir capacity
Full internal flow
Oil Type
Pressure feed
15 gal
Power
Flow
Reservoir capacity
Oil Type
10 hp, AC motor
(1) 6 gpm, (1) 4 gpm
25 gal
Mineral based hydraulic oil
Size
Type
Weight
Input requirement
125.4 in. x 84.0 in., 91.2 in. height (Siemens)

140.0 in. x 90.0 in., 91.0 in. height (IDM)
9,500 lb
600 VAC(50/60 Hz), or 750 VDC,
or 690 VDC(50/60 Hz)
EP Grade
Hydraulic System
Electrical House
2-4
Varco Systems
Specifications
Typical mast interface

Existing
Traveling Equipment
500-ton Hook/Block Combo-Typ.
* Dimensions are Subject

to Verification
** Standard TDS ConfigurationTwo IBOPs with 108 in.
Elevator Links
TDS-11SA
Varco Portable
Top Drive System
Crown
Clearance
13.5 ft. (4.1 m)**
Block Top
Stroked-Typ.
13.5 ft. (4.1 m)*
Bail Rest
Sectional Guide Beam
TDS Work Height

18.0 ft. (5.4 m)**
Tool Joint
Derrick Termination
at ~73 ft. (24.4 m) Level*
Mud Hose
75 ft. (22.9 m)*
Connected to Standpipe
at 73 ft. (22.3 m) Level
Drill Stand
Made-up at
4 ft. (1,2 m)
Level
93 ft. (28.3 m)
Service Loop
Varco Drillers Control
Control Cable with Connectors

150 ft. (45.7 m)
Unitized Variable Frequency

Inverter & Varco Control Panel
Local Power Supply
Diesel/Alternator Set/AC Buss
AC Cables
TDS-11SA
7.0 ft. (2.1 m)-Minimum
2 Custom Spanners
On A-Frames or Mast Side Panels (by Customer)
10.0 ft. (3 m)-Minimum*
Portable Torque Reaction Beam

U- Bolted to Spanners - (by Customer)
Clear
Working
Height
142 ft.
(43.3 m)
C
L
Beam
Service Loop
Tool Joint
4.0 ft. (1.2 m)
Drill Floor
AC Power and
Control Cables
2-5
Specifications
2-6
Varco Systems
Lubrication and
Maintenance
Transmission ...................................................... 3-2

Selecting the proper gearbox oil .................................... 3-2
Lubrication schedule ..................................................... 3-2

Recommended gear oils ............................................... 3-3
Gearbox lubrication ............................................ 3-4
Hydraulic system ................................................ 3-5
Precautions ................................................................... 3-5

Recommended hydraulic fluid ....................................... 3-6
Hydraulic lubrication ...................................................... 3-7
Motors ................................................................. 3-8

Recommended motor grease ........................................ 3-8
Motor lubrication ............................................................ 3-9
General purpose lubrication ............................... 3-10

Recommended lubricants .............................................. 3-11
General lubrication ........................................................ 3-12
TDS-11SA
Lubrication
Transmission
Selecting the proper gearbox oil
TDS transmissions operate under a combination of heavy and
shock loads. Under these conditions oil tends to extrude out of the
gear mesh. Keeping an effective film of oil on the gear mesh
requires oil with an AGMA extra pressure rating (EP), and a
minimum viscosity of 100 SUS at internal operating temperature.
Varco Top Drives also operate under a wide variety of ambient
temperatures. Select lubrication for the TDS based on the minimum
ambient temperature (surrounding air) to be expected before the
next oil change. Under all but the most severe operating
conditions, Varco recommends changing the oil every six months.
Introducing an oil viscosity greater than required by the ambient
temperature can:
Damage the gearbox due to reduced oil flow

Damage the oil pump because of excessive load
Lubrication schedule
Description
Replace the Gearbox Oil Following Intial Break-in
Frequency
Following first month of operation
Replace the Gearbox Oil and Perform an Oil Analysis

Oil viscosity should be adjusted based on expected ambient conditions for next six months
1 x every 6 Months
Replace the Gearbox Oil Filter (P/N 111013)
1 x every 3 Months
Remove, clean and replace the Magnetic Drain Plug
1 x every Year
The first oil change should be performed after the first month of
operation since new units often contain metal contaminates and
contaminates caused by initial break-in.
3-2
Varco Systems
Lubrication
Transmission
Recommended gear oils
Ambient Temperature Range
-6 to 16 C
7 to 30 C
Above 21 C
(20 to 60 F)
(45 to 85 F)
(Above 70 F)
Alpha LS-68
Alpha LS-150
Alpha LS-320
Manufacturer
Castrol
NL Gear 68
NL Gear 150
NL Gear 320
Exxon
Spartan EP68
Spartan EP150
Spartan EP320
Gulf
EP Lube HD68
EP Lube HD150
EP Lube HD320
Mobil
MobilGear 626
MobilGear 629
MobilGear 632
Chevron
Omala 68
Omala 150
Omala 320
Statoil
Loadway EP68
Loadway EP150
Loadway EP320
Texaco
Meropa 68
Meropa 150
Meropa 320
Total
Carter EP 68
Carter EP 150
Carter EP 320
Union
Extra Duty NL2EP
Extra Duty NL4EP
Extra Duty NL6EP
2EP
4EP
6EP
68
150
320
Shell
Viscosity Index
AGMA
ISO Viscosity Grade
Oils of insufficient viscosity can damage gears by allowing

metal to metal contact.
For minimum temperatures below 20F, the TDS must be warmed

up by rotating at a very light load (less than 200 Amps) and at very
slow speeds (less than 50 rpm) until the oil temperature climbs
above 20F. If drilling conditions dictate oil temperatures below 20F,
consult Varco service center.
If the oil temperature rises above 200F, Varco recommends shutting
down or reducing drilling loads to stabilize the oil temperature below
200F If drilling conditions dictate oil temperatures above 200F,
consult Varco service center.
TDS-11SA
3-3
Lubrication
Gearbox lubrication
Gearbox Oil
Drain
3
Cork Ball
(Level
Indicator)
Sight
Glass
i
Gear Oil
Sight Gauge
Check with Top Drive
OFF
i
Gearbox Oil Fill
Clean area before removing plug,
then use a 1 3/8 inch, 12 point
socket to remove plug
Pop-up
Dirt Alarm
Procedure
Gear Oil Filter
Yearly
Magnetic Drain Plug
Remove and clean contamination
3-4
Check oil level, prior to adding oil

(do not mistake the tan colored
foam for the dark brown oil)
Ensure that the unit is turned OFF
The area must be wiped clean
prior to adding gearbox oil
Recheck oil level and replace the
plug after adding oil
Run the unit and recheck the oil
level (not foam level), after the unit
has been running and the
transmission oil is warm
Varco Systems
Lubrication
Hydraulic system
Precautions
Release all hydraulic oil pressure by bleeding
accumulators before disconnecting hydraulic lines.
Turn the counterbalance valve to shutdown mode to
bleed the hydraulic system. Hydraulic oil under
pressure can penetrate skin and cause serious injury.
Before opening the hydraulic system, thoroughly clean

work area, and maintain system cleanliness by
promptly capping all disconnected lines. Dirt is
extremely harmful to hydraulic system components
and can cause equipment failure and subsequent injury
to personnel.
Use care when handling components to prevent nicking close

tolerance finishes.
Use care to prevent contamination from entering the hydraulic

system during maintenance activities.
Description
Perform Hydraulic System Oil Analysis
Replace the Hydraulic Fluid
Replace the Hydraulic System Filter (P/N 114416-1)
TDS-11SA
Frequency
1 x every 6 Months
1 x Year, or Earlier Based on Oil Analysis
1 x every 3 Months
3-5
Lubrication
Hydraulic system
Recommended hydraulic fluid
Oil Temperature Range
-15 to 75 C
-10 to 85 C
(5 to 167 F)
(14 to 185 F)
Hyspin AWS-32
Hyspin AWS-46
AW Hyd oil 32
AW Hyd oil 46
Nuto H32
Nuto H46
Manufacturer
Castrol
Chevron
Exxon
Harmony 32AW
Harmony 46AW
Mobil
DTE 24
DTE 25
Shell
Tellus 32
Tellus 46
Statoil
Hydraway HMA 32
Hydraway HMA 46
Texaco
Gulf
Rando oil HD32
Rando oil HD46
Total
Azolla ZS 32
Azolla ZS 46
Union
Unax AW32
Unax AW46
32
46
Viscosity Index
ISO Viscosity Grade
3-6
Varco Systems
Lubrication
Hydraulic system
Hydraulic lubrication
Procedure
The area must be clean prior to adding hydraulic fluid
Remove dust plug from the male quick disconnect at
the TDS-11SA hydraulic oil fill
Remove dust plug from the female quick disconnect
on the lubrication kit and connect it to the male fitting
Pump fluid until the level reaches the middle of the
sight glass as shown
After adding fluid, replace the dust plugs
Cork Ball
(Level Indicator)
3
Red
Pop-up
Dirt Alarm
Sight
Glass
Hydraulic
Oil Sight
Gauge
Hydraulic
Oil Filter
Hydraulic Oil Fill

Male Quick Disconnect
Dust Plug
Hydraulic
Oil Fill
Female
Quick
Disconnect
Hydraulic
Lubrication Kit
55 gal Drum
Varco P/N 92643
Hydraulic
Oil Drain
TDS-11SA
3-7
Lubrication
Motors
Varco recommends that lubrication of all AC motors
should be done by the rig electrician.
Description
No. of Points
Frequency
Type
Lubricate the AC Drilling Motor
1 x every 3 Months
Motor Grease
Lubricate the Blower Motor
1 x every 3 Months
Motor Grease
Lubricate the Hydraulic Pump Motor
1 x every 3 Months
Motor Grease
Recommended motor grease

Motor Grease
Manufacturer
Chevron
3-8
Black Pearl EP2 (Do Not Substitute)
Varco Systems
Lubrication
Motors
Motor lubrication
i
Apply motor grease
to designated
grease fittings
with hand grease gun
3 Months
AC Blower
Motor (2)
3 pumps
(2 grease fittings
each motor)
Grease Fittings
Grease
Fitting
1/8 inch
Varco P/N
53201
!
Pipe Plug
1/8 inch
(remove and
reinstall after
lubricating)
As Viewed From Below
3 Months
AC Drilling
Motor (2)
5 pumps
(2 grease fittings
each motor)
3 Months
Hydraulic Pump AC Motor
3 pumps
(2 grease fittings)
Procedure
Remove the lubrication point plug
Install a grease fitting
Grease with a hand pump only
Re-install the plug
TDS-11SA
3-9
Lubrication
General purpose lubrication
The lubrication intervals described in this manual are based

on lubricant supplier recommendations. Severe conditions
such as extreme loads or temperature, corrosive atmosphere,
etc., may require more frequent lubrication.
Worn bushings, binding parts, rust accumulations, and other

abnormal conditions indicate more frequent lubrication is
necessary. Be careful not to over lubricate parts. For example,
too much grease forced into a fitting can pop out a bearing
seal. Over lubrication can also affect safety since over
lubricated parts can drip, creating a potential slipping hazard
for personnel.
Description
No. of Points
Frequency
Type
Washpipe Assembly
Daily
General Purpose Grease
Upper Bonnet Seal
Weekly
Bail Pins
Weekly
Rotating Link Adapter Gear
Weekly
Rotating Link Adapter
Weekly
IBOP Actuator Yoke, Cylinder Pins
Daily
IBOP Actuator Cranks
Daily
Upper IBOP Valve
Weekly
Stabilizer Bushing
Daily
Clamp Cylinder Gate
Daily
Carriage Assembly
Weekly
Torque Arrestor at Clamp Cylinder
Weekly
Wireline Adapter
Weekly
Elevator Link Eyes
Weekly
Pipe Dope
3-10
Varco Systems
Lubrication

Recommended lubricants
Ambient Temperature Range
Below -20 C
Above -20 C
(Below -4 F)
(Above -4 F)
N/R
MP Grease
Avi-Motive W
Avi-Motive
Manufacturer
Castrol
Chevron
Lidok EP1
Lidok EP2
Gulf Crown EP31
Gulf Crown EP32
Mobil
Mobilux EP1
Mobilux EP2
Shell
Alvania EP1
Alvania EP2
Statoil
Uniway EP1N
Uniway EP2N
Texaco
Multifak EP1
Multifak EP2
Total
Multis EP1
Multis EP2
Union
Unoba EP1
Unoba EP2
Exxon
Gulf
Viscosity Index
NGLI
TDS-11SA
3-11
Lubrication

General lubrication
i
Apply general purpose
grease to designated
grease fittings with
grease gun. Use a brush
when greasing other parts.
Daily
Wash Pipe
Assembly
Apply one pump
at beginning of tour
Weekly
Weekly
Bail Pins (2)

Two pumps each side
Upper Bonnet Seal

One pump
Use Hand Pump Only
Weekly
Rotating Link
Adapter Gear
3-12
Weekly
Three pumps each
Varco Systems
Lubrication

General lubrication
i
Apply general purpose grease
to designated grease fittings
with grease gun. Use a brush
when greasing other parts.
Daily
IBOP
Actuator
Cylinder Pins
One pump each (if equipped)
Daily
IBOP Actuator Yoke
One pump (if equipped)
Daily
IBOP Actuator Yoke
One pump each side
Daily
Weekly
IBOP Actuator Cranks

One pump each side
Upper IBOP Valve

Remove 1/4" NPT plug,
install grease fitting
Apply ten pumps
Weekly
Torque
Arrestor Tubes
Replace
plug before
operating
Daily
Clamp Cylinder Gate
One pump each side
Daily
Stabilizer Bushing
One pump each
Weekly
Elevator Link Eyes
(4)
Pipe Dope
Daily
Stabilizer Bushing
One pump each side
TDS-11SA
3-13
Lubrication

General lubrication
i
with grease gun
Weekly
Rollers
One pump each
(if equipped)
Weekly
Rollers
One pump each
(if equipped)
3-14
Varco Systems
Lubrication

General lubrication
i
with grease gun
Weekly
Wireline Adapter
One pump each
TDS-11SA
3-15
Lubrication
3-16
Varco Systems
and Decommissioning
Illustrated index ................................................. 4-3
Preinstallation .................................................... 4-4
Preparation .................................................................... 4-4
Installing the crown padeye and hang-off link ............... 4-5

Locating the control house ............................................ 4-6
Installing power cables .................................................. 4-7
Earthing the control house (land rigs) ............................ 4-8
Checklist ........................................................................ 4-9

Installation .......................................................... 4-10
Moving the TDS-11SA to the drill floor .......................... 4-10
Removing the TDS-11SA from the skid ......................... 4-11

Disengaging the lower carriage latch ............................ 4-12
Moving guide beam sections ......................................... 4-13
Present and hook the first guide beam section ............. 4-14
Hoist the first guide beam section ................................. 4-15

Stab and pin the first guide beam section ..................... 4-16
Completing guide beam installation............................... 4-17
Hanging the guide beam ............................................... 4-18
Installing the main tieback ............................................. 4-19

Installing the intermediate restraints .............................. 4-20
Disengaging the upper carriage latch ............................ 4-21
Installing derrick termination .......................................... 4-22
Installing the service loop to the derrick ........................ 4-23

Installing the drillers console......................................... 4-24
Installing the drillers console cabling ............................ 4-25
Motor rotation checkout procedure ................................ 4-26
Installing the pipe elevator and links.............................. 4-27

Installing the counterbalance ......................................... 4-28
Commissioning ................................................... 4-29
Checkout procedure ...................................................... 4-29
Hydraulic system checkout procedure........................... 4-30

Electrical system checkout procedure ........................... 4-31
Mechanical checkout procedure .................................... 4-32
Adjusting the link tilt ....................................................... 4-33
Removing and installing the saver sub .......................... 4-34
TDS-11SA
and Decommissioning
and Decommissioning
Decommissioning ............................................... 4-35

Securing the TDS-11SA for rig-down ............................ 4-35
Removing and storing the electrical cables

and service loops .......................................................... 4-36
Setting the latches and locking the bail ......................... 4-37
Disconnecting the guide beam ...................................... 4-38
Unpinning each guide beam section ............................. 4-39

Lowering each guide beam section ............................... 4-40
Returning the TDS-11SA to the skid ............................. 4-41
Removing the TDS-11SA from the drill floor ................. 4-42
Long term storage procedures ...................................... 4-43
44
4-2
Varco
Varco Systems
Systems
and Decommissioning
Illustrated index
Crown Padeye and
Hang-off Link
Page 4-5
Counterbalance
Page 4-27
Guide Beam
Page 4-13
Rotary Hose
Derrick
Termination
Page 4-22
Intermediate
Restraints
Page 4-20
Service Loop
Page 4-23
Varco
Drillers Console
(VDC)
Page 4-24
Control Cable
with Connectors
Page 4-25
Main Tieback
Page 4-19
Unitized Variable
Frequency Inverter and
Varco Control Panel (House)
Page 4-6
Local Power Supply
Diesel/Alternator Set/AC Bus
AC Cables
Page 4-7
AC Power and
Control Cables
Page 4-7
TDS-11SA
4-3
and Decommissioning
Preinstallation
Preparation
The TDS-11SA interfaces with the rigs hoisting system and
electrical power system. Derrick and electrical system modifications
are required when installing the TDS-11SA on existing rigs.
For derricks that handle triples, the required top drive travel is
about 100 ft. compared to about 75 ft. when using a Kelly. It is
generally necessary to replace the regular rotary hose (which is
normally 60 ft. long) with a 75 ft. hose, and extend the standpipe
height to approximately 73 ft.
Although many rig floor layouts are possible, installing the guide
beam on the drawworks side of the derrick, or mast, and opposite
the V-door is an ideal arrangement for handling tubulars from the Vdoor.
The location of the electrical loop and mud hose is an important
installation consideration for pipe setback purposes, to ensure
proper clearance and to help prevent wear to the service loop and
mud hose. Other important installation considerations include the
location of:
The casing stabbing board

Floor and derrick accessories
Drawworks fastline
Guide beam hang-off bracket
Torque reaction beam
Mud stand pipe extension
Varco drillers console location
Variable frequency inverter/Varco control panel location
Derrick height is a critical interface requirement. Handling a
93 ft. stand typically requires 97 ft., resulting in an overall height
from the floor to the top of the traveling block of at least 126 ft.
Derrick Clear Working Height
Derrick Crown Clearance
152 ft.
25 ft.
147 ft.
20 ft.
142 ft.
15 ft.
136 ft.
9 ft.
Each rig has different crown clearance for efficient tripping.

Installing the TDS-11SA with existing traveling equipment may
require an adapterfurther reducing crown clearance.
4-4
Varco Systems
and Decommissioning
Preinstallation
Installing the crown padeye and hang-off link
Recommended installations
Dimension
Description
36.8 inches
Standard height configuration (adjustable)
33.8 inches
Varcos IDS Top Drive requirements
30.0 inches
Original setback for TDS-9S/11S
Crown
Crown Padeye
Weld according
to table above
4
Shackle
See Table
Hang-off Link
C
L
Well
TDS-11SA
4-5
and Decommissioning
Preinstallation
Locating the control house
Drawworks
Recommended Area for

Control House Location
C
L
Well
V-Door
Ramp
TDS-11SA
Varco
Drillers
Console
9,500 lb
(4300 kg)
Control House
C
L
Well
Control
House
Recommendations
91 in.
(2310 mm)
Position the control house off-drillers side or

behind the drawworks
Position as close to derrick plate as possible
to minimize cable lengths
Ensure a safe distance from direct sources of
heat (i.e. diesel engines, general exhausts)
140 in.
(3560 mm)
90 in.
(2290 mm)
Location of the control house must ensure

accessibility from all sides
Do not expose the control house to H2S
4-6
Varco Systems
and Decommissioning
Preinstallation
Installing power cables
COM
POS
ITE
CON
NEC
TOR
AUX
. PO
WE
RC
ON
NEC
TOR
Ground Lug
to Top Drive
SER
IAL
CON
NEC
TOR
Plug Panel
UI
NC
OM
ING
575
VA
C
V IN
CO
MIN
G5
75V
AC
WI
NC
OM
ING
575
VA
C
Incoming Power Cables

575VAC to main circuit breaker
(3 Places)
UO
UT
GO
ING
575
VA
C
VO
UT
GO
ING
575
VA
C
WO
UT
GO
ING
575
VA
C
Outgoing Power Cables

to Top Drive
(3 or 6 Places)
Varco
Control House
Rain Cover
Plug Panel
Procedure
Clean all connector contacts
Connect the power cables with the isolation
circuit breaker turned OFF
Connect cables in accordance with the
electrical schematic provided in the Technical
Drawings book
Lockwire all connector nuts
Earth the control house with the Varco
Ground Rod Kit (See page 4-8)
TDS-11SA
4-7
and Decommissioning
Preinstallation
Earthing the control house (land rigs)
Copper Plated
Steel Rod
Cable Clamp
Cable Lug
Copper Wire
10 ft
The control house must

be properly grounded to
prevent injury to personnel
Procedure
Insert the grounding rod into the soil (the rod
must be in contact with ground water)
Connect the rod to the control house
(connection must be clean)
Ground Rod Kit

P/N 116004
Grounding Points
Located at opposite
corners of the house floor
For offshore installations the control house

must be grounded to the ground point on the
rig structure
4-8
Varco Systems
and Decommissioning
Preinstallation
Checklist
The following assumes that all pre-installation planning and rig-up
is complete prior to installation of the guide beam assembly and
TDS-11SA. This includes:
Make sure the derrick/mast is vertical, with the block over the
center of the rotary table.
Derrick/mast modifications are completed (if required) and the
guide bean support bracket and torque reaction beam are
installed and inspected to conform to Varco specifications as
detailed in FIP00003.
The service loop bracket is installed in the derrick/mast.
The control panel and frequency drive are installed.
Rigging of tong lines, etc. is inspected to ensure that they will
not foul with the TDS-11SA.
The hook or adaptor becket is installed. The hook should open

toward the drawworks.
TDS-11SA
4-9
and Decommissioning
Installation
Moving the TDS-11SA to the drill floor
Procedure
Ensure the safety of all personnel
Locate the Top Drive at the bottom of the
V-Door ramp
Ensure that the bail lock assembly is installed
Attach a lifting sling to the bail
Attach backup lines to the skid
Hoist the Top Drive and skid to the drill floor
!
The Bail Lock Assembly
must be installed
Tube (P/N 113498)
U-Bolt (P/N 113497)
2x 3/4" nuts
4
TDS-11SA
on Skid
Lifting
Block
Hoist using
the drawwork
Lifting Sling
Attached to bail
for hoisting
Lifting
Sling
!
Be sure that the Top Drive
is pinned to the skid prior
to hoisting it to the drill floor
3
TDS-11SA
In position
prior to lifting
from skid
Drill
Floor
30,000 lb
(13600 kg)
TDS-11SA on Skid
Backup Line
V-Door Ramp
4-10
Varco Systems
and Decommissioning
Installation
Removing the TDS-11SA from the skid
!
The Bail Lock Assembly
must be installed. Remove only
after installation is complete.
27,000 lb
(12300 kg)
TDS-11SA
View of
Carriage
from Rear
4
Pin
1
Latches
Both sides
engaged
for hoisting
TDS-11SA
Pin
Hoist the
TDS-11SA
from the skid
using the drawwork
Drill
Floor
Procedure
Ensure the Top Drive
does not contact the rig
TDS-11SA
Lock Pin
Remove prior to
hoisting from skid
Ensure that both carriage latches are

engaged for hoisting from the skid
Engage the hook with the bail
Remove the lock pin
Hoist the Top Drive from the skid
4-11
and Decommissioning
Installation
Disengaging the lower carriage latch
Guide Beam
Top Section
Carriage
Guide Beam
Wings
TDS-11SA
Lifted from
the skid
27,000 lb
(12300 kg)
!
After hoisting the TDS-11SA
from the skid, disengage the
Lower Carriage Latch
and pin it as shown.
Pin
1
Upper
Latch
Engaged
Lower
Latch
Disengaged
As viewed from
rear of Carriage
TDS-11SA
In position
to disengage
lower latch
Pin
3
Drill
Floor
Skid
Remove from drill floor
after hoisting the TDS-11SA
3,000 lb (1360 kg)
Procedure
Ensure that the lower carriage latch is disengaged
Ensure that the upper carriage latch is engaged
Hoist the Top Drive
Ensure the Top Drive or the guide beam
does not contact the rig
Remove the skid from the drill floor
4-12
Varco Systems
and Decommissioning
Installation
Moving guide beam sections
Procedure
Locate the guide beam sections near the
V-Door
Attach lifting slings to the lifting eyes of the
first guide beam section to be hoisted
Hoist the guide beam section to the drill floor
2,100 lb
(950 kg)
20 ft. Guide Beam Section
Sling
Ensure the
Top Drive does
not contact
the rig
TDS-11SA
Guide Beam
Section
Guide Beam Section

Hoist to the drill floor
Lifting Eyes
Attach slings
for hoisting
Drill
Floor
1
Guide Beam Sections
Prior to Installation
TDS-11SA
4-13
and Decommissioning
Installation
Present and hook the first guide beam section
Guide Beam
Top Section
Present
Match
Grease
the bores on
both joint halves
Guide
Surface
Radius locks joint
from unhooking
at 8 rotation
Hook Pin
Grease
the bores on
both joint halves
4
3
Engage
Hook
Ensure the
Top Drive does
not contact
the rig
Present
and Hook
the first guide
beam section
Guide Beam
Section
Hooked
Drill
Floor
4-14
Hook Pin
In fully engaged
position
Hook Pin
Saddle
Procedure
Locate the guide beam to be hooked
under the top guide beam section
Grease the bores on both joint halves
Align the guide surface with the hook pin as
shown
Lower the top guide beam to match and
engage the hook pin to the hook pin saddle
Hoist the top guide beam to fully engage the
hook pin
Manually stabilize the back end of
the guide beam
Varco Systems
and Decommissioning
Installation
Hoist the first guide beam section
Guide Beam
Top Section
Hoist
Hook Pin
First Guide
Beam Section
Initially hoisted
by the hook pin
Bar and Radius

Locates pin bores for
easy insertion of pins
Hoist
Using the
drawwork
Ensure the
Top Drive does
not contact
the rig
Drill
Floor
TDS-11SA
4-15
and Decommissioning
Installation
Stab and pin the first guide beam section
Guide Beam
Top Section
1
Stab
the guide beam
joints together
Lynch Pin
2
Joint Pin
Install after stabbing
Secure
with the
lynch pin
Retainer Pin
Apply grease
and insert
Stab
and Pin
the guide
beam joint
Block as
Required
Drill
Floor
4-16
Ensure the
Top Drive does
not contact
the rig
Procedure
Lower the guide beam to drill floor and stab
the guide beam joints together
Block the guide beam in a vertical position if
required
Install the joint pin
Grease and install the retainer pin
Secure the retainer pin with the lynch pin as
shown
Varco Systems
and Decommissioning
Installation
Completing guide beam installation
Ensure the
Top Drive does
not contact
the rig
Repeat previous steps until

Guide Beam Installation
is complete
Procedure
Drill
Floor
TDS-11SA
Move the next guide beam section to the drill floor

Present the end of the guide beam to be hooked
Ensure that the bores on both joint halves have
been greased
Engage the hook pin saddle around the hook pin
Hoist the guide beam with the drawwork
Lower the guide beam to the drill floor and stab
the guide beam joints together
Install the joint pin
Install the retainer pin
Secure the pins with the lynch pin
4-17
and Decommissioning
Installation
Hanging the guide beam
Crown
Pin the
Guide Beam
to the hang-off
link
Ensure the
Top Drive
does not
contact
the rig
Note:
Use these pin positions if
crown padeye installation
is based on:
36.8 in.
(935 mm)
Standard adjustable
height configuration
Crown Padeye
33.8 in.
(859 mm)
Varcos IDS Top Drive
requirements
!
Ensure that
the Shackle is
pinned and the
cotter pin is in place
30.0 in.
(762 mm)
Original TDS-9S/11S or
if plate extension (36.8 in.)
needs to be cut off due
to interference.
Hang-off Link
4
Pin
Safety Pin
Guide Beam
Top Section
C
L
C
L
Guide Beam
Top Section
Well
Procedure
Drill
Floor
Floor Clearance
+.5 ft
7 ft. -0 ft
+150 mm
(2100 mm -0 mm
)
4-18
Using the drawwork, hoist the top guide beam

to the hang-off link
Ensure that the shackle is pinned and its
cotter pin is in place
Pin the guide beam to the hang-off link in the
appropriate position
Check for 7 ft clearance from bottom of guide
beam to the drill floor
Secure the pin to the hang-off link with the nut
and safety pin
Varco Systems
and Decommissioning
Installation
Installing the main tieback
Procedure
Guide Beam
Bottom Section
Check for Top Drive mainshaft alignment over

well center
Install the main spreader beam at the
appropriate distance from well center
Install the tieback plate and tieback link
Check for Top Drive mainshaft alignment over
well center
Torque and lock wire all bolts
Tieback Link
Guide
Beam
Assembled
Tieback
Plate
4
Main
Spreader
Beam
Apply Anti-seize
Compound
Typical
Auxiliary
Spreader Beam
Main Tieback and

Spreader Beam
Install after guide
beam is assembled
Mast Leg
Drill
Floor
Recommended Installations
See Table
TDS-11SA
Dimension
Description
36.8 inches
Standard height configuration (adjustable)
C
L
33.8 inches
Varcos IDS Top Drive requirements
Well
30.0 inches
Original setback for TDS-9S/11S
4-19
and Decommissioning
Installation
Installing the intermediate restraints
Apply Anti-seize
Compound
Typical
Intermediate
Tieback Plate
2 Places
Girt
Padeye
2 places if greater than
3 inches from girt
3 inches
4
105
Feet
i
Padeye
1 place if less than
3 inches from girt
Double nut
Space between girt
and guide beam
Pin and
Cotter Pin
Guide Beam
Assembled
55
Feet
Procedure
Drill
Floor
4-20
Intermediate tiebacks are installed on girts

closest to 55 feet and 105 feet above the drill
floor
Weld two padeyes to the guide beam if the
space between the girt and the guide beam is
greater than 3 inches
Weld a single centered padeye if the space
between the girt and the guide beam is less
than 3 inches
Install intermediate tieback plates as required
Torque and lock wire all bolts
Secure all pins with cotter pins
Varco Systems
and Decommissioning
Installation
Disengaging the upper carriage latch
Guide Beam
Top Section
Carriage
Remove the
Bail Lock
Assembly
Guide Beam
Wings
Slowly
lower the
TDS-11SA
After hanging the guide beam,

installing the tiebacks, and prior
to lowering the Top Drive,
disengage the Upper Carriage
Latch and pin it as shown.
Pin
1
Upper
Latch
Disengaged
Lower
Latch
Disengaged
As viewed from
rear of Carriage
Pin
Procedure
Drill
Floor
Bail Lock Assembly

Remove
TDS-11SA
Ensure that the lower carriage latch is

disengaged
Ensure that the upper carriage latch is
disengaged
Remove the bail lock assembly
Ensure the mast is clear of all obstructions and
slowly run the Top Drive down the guide beam
4-21
and Decommissioning
Installation
Installing derrick termination
Hoist Line
Attachment Point
Derrick/
Mast Leg
Derrick
Leg Plate
Hoist Line
Attachment
Points
Service Loop
Brackets
4
Mount the
Derrick
Termination
Plate
as recommended
83 ft
from drill floor
Recommendations
Mount on the side of the derrick adjacent to the
service loop brackets on the TDS-11SA
Mount as far as practical from well center, to
maintain a 36 inch minimum bend radius
Drill
Floor
Maintaining a larger radius increases loop life and

reduces damage due to pinching
Location must ensure that the loops do not
catch under the guide beam during operations
and provide clearance for tong lines, the
stabbing board, tugger lines, etc
4-22
Varco Systems
and Decommissioning
Installation
Installing the service loop to the derrick
Hoist
Derrick
Termination Plate
1,000 lb
(450 kg)
Each
Service Loop
Sling
!
Avoid damage to
the service loops
by using care when
dragging it near
sharp edges and
allow room for
passing under the
V-door
TDS
Service Loop
Lifting Eyes
Do not remove
Derrick
Service Loop
Recommendations
Avoid damage to the

service loops by maintaining a
36 inch minimum
bend radius
Service Loop
and Storage Tub
3,600 lb
(1600 kg)
TDS-11SA
Do not unpack the service loops until they are

ready to hang
Use a sling attached to the lifting eyes to hoist
each service loop
Use the swivel at the tugger line attachment to
allow each service loop to uncoil without
twisting
4-23
and Decommissioning
Installation
Drawworks
Installing the drillers console
TDS-11SA
V-Door
Ramp
Recommended Area
for Varco Drillers
Console Location
UE
RQ
TO
P
IBO
Customers who choose to use control

systems that are not manufactured by Varco
should be aware that Varco systems are
specifically designed with operational
interlocks and safety devices to prevent
possible injury to personnel and damage to
the system. Other control systems must
meet Varco requirements outlined in the QA
00098 document. Varco highly recommends
the use of its system, as it is specifically
made for use with the TDS-11SA.
E
AK
BR
Y
NC
GE
ER OP
EM ST
ER
DL
AN
EH
PIP
Recommendations
Pigtail Cable
Connect to
control house
4-24
Mount within easy reach and in plain view of the

driller while the drawworks brake and clutches
are being operated
Location must ensure that the gauges are easily
seen by the driller during drilling operations
Location must be visible and readable at night
Varco Systems
and Decommissioning
Installation
Installing the drillers console cabling
COM
POS
ITE
CON
NEC
TOR
AUX
. PO
WE
RC
ON
NEC
TOR
SER
IAL
CON
NEC
TOR
Profibus Serial Link

to Drillers Console
UI
NC
OM
ING
575
VA
C
V IN
CO
MIN
G5
75V
AC
Plug Panel
WI
NC
OM
ING
575
VA
C
UO
UT
GO
ING
575
VA
C
VO
UT
GO
ING
575
VA
C
WO
UT
GO
ING
575
VA
C
Varco
Control House
Rain Cover
Plug Panel
Recommendations
Ensure that the Varco Drillers Console is
properly located
Connect the power cables with the isolation
circuit breaker turned OFF
Connect cables in accordance with the
electrical schematic provided in the Technical
Drawings book
Tighten connector nuts
Lockwire connector nuts to prevent loosening
TDS-11SA
4-25
and Decommissioning
Installation
Motor rotation checkout procedure
Direction
of Rotation
Counterclockwise
Procedure
Direction
of Rotation
Clockwise
Assign the Top Drive and inverter by selecting

FORWARD or REVERSE on the drillers console
Check the rotation direction of the cooling and oil
pump motors
Rotate the drill stem using the THROTTLE on the
drillers console and observe proper operation
Cooling Motors
2 Places
4
TO
RQ
UE
RQ
TO
X
MA
OP
IB P
IBOSED
O
CL
Y
NC
GE
ER OP
M
T
E S
UE
RQ
ILL
TO
DR
D
SE
P LO
IBO C
OF
N
PE
IVE
DRULT
FA
AR
RW
FO
MA
SE
VE
RE
Throttle
Direction
of Rotation
Counterclockwise
Forward/Reverse
Control
Varco
Drillers
Console
TO
IB
BR
PIP
EH
AN
DL
AK
RQ
UE
Oil Pump
Motor
OP
Y
NC
GE
ER OP
EM ST
ER
Drill Stem
Direction
of Rotation
Reverse
Forward
4-26
Varco Systems
and Decommissioning
Installation
Installing the pipe elevator and links
Catch
Link Bolt
Rear
Motor
Guard
Catch Link
Pin
600-2,400 lb
(270-1100 kg)
Elevator Link
AT
LO
ER T F
DLK TIL
ANLIN
EH
PIAPTE IGHT
T
RO
Catch
Link
FT
LE
ILT
KT
LT
LINOFF TI
H
NC
LL
RELD DRI
E WHO
QUH &
R
TOPUS
Front
Pipehandler
Rotate Switch
Link Tilt
Varco
Drillers
Console
Link
UE
RQ
TO
OP
IB
E
AK
BR
Y
NC
GE
ER OP
EM ST
ER
DL
AN
EH
PIP
Clevis
Pin
Procedure
Using the Varco Drillers Console, rotate the
pipehandler 90 (positioning the catch link under
the front of the motor guard)
Lubricate the elevator link eyes with pipe dope
Hoist the elevator link onto the rotating link adapter
(the small link eye at the bottom)
Secure the catch link with the pin and bolt
Secure the elevator link to the link tilt
Rotate the pipehandler 180 and install the other
elevator link
Install the pipe elevator in accordance with the pipe
elevator manual
TDS-11SA
4-27
and Decommissioning
Installation
Installing the counterbalance
Procedure
Refer to Setting up the circuits in the
Hydraulic section of this manual for initial
system set up
Install the pear links to the ears on the hook
Turn on the Top Drive power
Rotate the counterbalance mode valve from
the RUN position to the RIG-UP position
When the cylinders reach the end of stroke,
slide the cylinder clevis over the pear link
and install the cylinder clevis pin
After securing the counterbalance cylinder to
the pear link, rotate the counterbalance
mode valve to the RUN position
Adjust PCC clockwise to raise the pressure
at test port CB until the bail just begins to lift
off of the block
Reduce the pressure slowly (25 psi) to allow
pressure to stabilize
Hook
Pear Link
2 Places
Cylinder
Clevis
2 Places
Cylinder
Clevis Pin
2 Places
Counterbalance
Cylinder
2 Places
(8.5 inch stroke)
Rig-up/Run/
Shutdown Valve
Shown in RIG-UP
position (switch to RUN
after the counterbalance
is installed)
Bail
RIG-UP
SHUTDOWN
RUN
CO
UN
NC
EM
ALA
-U
RB
IG
TE
4-28
COUNTERBALANCE MODE
OD
Hydraulic
Manifold
Varco Systems
and Decommissioning
Commissioning
Checkout procedure
Initial Rig-Up
Pre-charge all accumulators (See the
Hydraulics System section of this manual)
Adjust the hydraulic system
Bleed the air from the hydraulic system
Constantly monitor the hydraulic fluid level, and
never allow the level to fall below the middle of
the sight glass (system power OFF)
Cork Ball
(Level Indicator)
Checkout Procedure
Lubricate all grease points (See Lubrication)
Check for loose or missing connectors
Lockwire all connector nuts
Check for interference along entire mast
Remove exhaust covers from AC drilling motors
Check blower inlets and outlets for blockage
Set the air conditioner to 75F (27C)
Turn on the main breaker
Sight
Glass
Hydraulic
Oil Sight
Gauge
Air Inlet
Between motor
and brake housing,
2 Places
TOP DRIVE
INS
T
WH ALL
UN EN
ST IT IS
OR
ED
VARCO
Exhaust Cover
4 Places
Exhaust Outlet
Through louvers at
bottom of AC drilling motors,
6 Places
TDS-11SA
4-29
and Decommissioning
Commissioning
Hydraulic system checkout procedure
Checking hydraulic fluid level
Cork Ball
(Level Indicator)
Red
Pop-up
Dirt Alarm
Sight
Glass
Hydraulic
Oil Sight
Gauge
Hydraulic
Oil Filter
Procedure
Ensure that the pipehandler clamp cylinder is
unclamped, the counterbalance cylinders are
connected to the hook, the bail is resting in the
hook, and the system power is OFF
Check to see that the hydrulic fluid level is at
the middle of the sight glass
If the fluid is low, add hydraulic fluid (see the
Lubrication and Maintenance section of this
manual
Check the red pop-up alarm on the hydraulic
filter for contamination
Replace the filter (P/N 114416-1) if the
indicator has popped up
Use care to prevent contamination from
entering the hydraulic system during
maintenance activities
4-30
Varco Systems
and Decommissioning
Commissioning
Electrical system checkout procedure
Emergency Stop
Latch
9 Places
RP
TO
RQ
UE
UE
RQ
TO
MA
P
IBOOP
Y
NC
GE
ER OP
EM ST
IB SED
O
CL
E
AK
BRRAKE
B N
O
ER
DL
AN
H
IPE
P
RO
PR
S
OILLOS
S
ES
P
-U IT
KE LIM
MAENT
RR
CU
OR
OT P
L M EM
X RIL RT
MA DOVE
LE
TE RIG
KT
ILT
FL
OA
P LO
IBO C
E
E
AK
AK
BR TO BRON
AU
FT
ILT
KT
LINOFF
ILT
DR
SE
OF
N
PE
IVE
DRULT
FA
RE
VE
RS
FO
RW
AR
ILL
TO
RQ
UE
Torque Meter
D
MA
F
OF
CH
EN
ILL
WR LD DR
UE HO
RQ H &
TOPUS
R
YD
MP H
LA ECK U TO
A
M CH
AR
AL NCE
ILE
AU
LIC
R
WE
PO N
O
SP
DR
TA
LIN
HT
RPM Meter
IN
TO
RQ
BL
UE
OW
O
RL
SS
ILL
Procedure
All personnel must stand clear
All personnel operating the Top Drive should be
trained in rig safety and tool operation
Operate each control on the Varco drillers console
(See Varco FIP00003)
Check for alarm conditions and resolve any alarms
at this time (See Varco FIP00003)
Check all connectors for tightness and lockwire
Check operation of meters
Check operation of emergency stop
Check the latches on the drillers console for
tightness
Pigtail Cable
Connected to
control house
TDS-11SA
4-31
and Decommissioning
Commissioning
Mechanical checkout procedure
Checking gearbox oil level
Procedure
With the drive motors and hydraulic
system off, check to see that the oil level
(identified by a floating cork ball) is at the
middle of the glass located on the lube
pump adapter plate mounted on the side
of the gearbox
Always check the oil level, not foam level
(oil is dark brown, foam is tan) after the
unit has been running and the
transmission oil is warm
If the oil level is low, add gear oil (see the
Lubrication and Maintenance section of
this manual
Check the red pop-up alarm on the gear
oil filter for contamination
Replace the filter (P/N 111013-1) if the
indicator has popped up
4
Cork Ball
(Level
Indicator)
Sight
Glass
Gear Oil
Sight Gauge
Check with Top Drive
OFF
Gearbox Oil Fill

Clean area before removing plug,
then use a 1 3/8 inch, 12 point
socket to remove plug
Pop-up
Dirt Alarm
Gear Oil Filter
4-32
Varco Systems
and Decommissioning
Commissioning
Adjusting the link tilt
See the PH-50 Pipehandler

section of this manual for
inspection and disassembly/
assembly details
Jam Nut
Adjust the derrickman position
with the adjusting screw and
lock in position with the jam nut
Link Tilt
Crank
Assembly
Pin
4
26 inches
(660 mm)
Typical
Clamp
i
Mousehole
Position Cable
Pull up or down
to set mousehole
position
3-4 inches
(76-102 mm)
i
Link
Mousehole
Position
Derrickmans Position
Link clamps should be adjusted
so that the elevator does not
hit the diving board in this position
TDS-11SA
Drill Down
Position
Bottom of elevator
should be above
the bottom of the
stabbing guide
Elevator
Well Center
Float Position
4-33
and Decommissioning
Commissioning
Removing and installing the saver sub
Torque values for drill stem components
Component
I.D.
Connection
O. D.
Torque
Mainshaft to Upper IBOP Valve
3 in.
6 5/8 API Reg.
7 3/4 in.
52,000 ft-lb
Upper IBOP Valve to Lower IBOP Valve
3 in.
6 5/8 API Reg.
7 3/8 in.
48,000 ft-lb
Lower IBOP Valve to Saver Sub
3 in.
6 5/8 API Reg.
7 3/8 in.
46,000 ft-lb
Crossover Sub to Lower IBOP Valve
3 in.
6 5/8 API Reg.
7 3/8 in.
46,000 ft-lb
Crossover Sub
Tugger
Line
Cylinder Pins
Remove
Torque
Arrestor
V
A
R
C
O
P
H
5
Upper IBOP
i
See the Technical
Drawing Package for
configuration details
IBOP Crank
and Shell
Remove
CO
R
VA
Lower IBOP
Swing
Clear
Short Saver Sub

For use with
lower IBOP
4-34
Long Saver Sub

For use without
lower IBOP
Gate Pin
Remove one
i
Use Tongs for torquing
the components together
Varco Systems
and Decommissioning
Decommissioning
Securing the TDS-11SA for rig-down
Procedure
Lower the Top Drive to the drill floor
Remove the mud hose, drill pipe elevator
and links
Power may be needed to turn rotating head
into position for removing the links
Locate the RIG-UP/RUN/SHUTDOWN valve
on the hydraulic manifold
With the hydraulic power ON select the
RIG-UP position and remove the extended
counterbalance cylinders from the hook ears
Select the SHUTDOWN position and turn
off the Top Drive
Isolate and lock out ALL power to the Varco
control house
Hydraulic
Manifold
RU
-U
IG
R
P
E
C
N
LA
BA
R
TE
N
U
O
C
E
D
O
M
TDS-11SA
Lower to the
drill floor
Rig-up/Run/
Shutdown Valve
Rotate from RIG-UP to
SHUTDOWN for Top Drive rig-down
RIG-UP
SHUTDOWN
RUN
Drill
Floor
COUNTERBALANCE MODE
TDS-11SA
4-35
and Decommissioning
Decommissioning
Removing and storing the electrical cables
and service loops
Lower
Derrick
Termination Plate
1,000 lb
(450 kg)
Each
Service Loop
Sling
!
Avoid damage to
the service loops
by using care when
dragging it near
sharp edges and
allow room for
passing under the
V-door
Derrick
Service Loop
TDS
Service Loop
Lifting Eyes
Do not remove
Procedure
!
Avoid damage to the
service loops by maintaining a
36 inch minimum
bend radius
Service Loop
and Storage Tub
3,600 lb
(1600 kg)
4-36
Position the service loop tubs for convenient

loading of the service loops
Disconnect the derrick service loop from the
derrick termination plate and the control house
Disconnect jumper cables (if installed)
Cap all connectors and lower the derrick service
loop into a service loop tub
Use a sling attached to the lifting eyes to lower
each service loop and a swivel at the tugger line
attachment to allow each service loop to coil
without twisting
Disconnect the Top Drive service loop and repeat
the above procedure
Remove the service loop tubs from the area
Remove the derrick termination plate if necessary
Varco Systems
and Decommissioning
Decommissioning
Setting the latches and locking the bail
TDS-11SA
Hoist to
the crown
View of
Carriage
from Rear
Counterbalance
Cylinders
Disconnect
from the hook
2 Places
Exhaust
Cover
4 Places
VARCO
TOP DRIVE
INS
TA
WH LL
UN EN
ST IT IS
OR
ED
The Bail Lock

Assembly
must be installed
Pin
Latches
Both sides
engaged
Pin
Procedure
Drill
Floor
TDS-11SA
Install the bail lock assembly

It is NOT necessary to drain gear oil or
hydraulic fluid for rig down
Disconnect the counterbalance cylinders
from the hook
Install exhaust covers
Hoist the Top Drive to the crown
Engage the upper and lower carriage
latches as shown
4-37
and Decommissioning
Decommissioning
Disconnecting the guide beam
Crown
TDS-11SA
Disconnect
from the
hang-off link
Crown Padeye
Do not remove
Shackle
Intermediate
Tiebacks
Disconnect
from the
guide beam
Hang-off Link
4
Bolt
Pin
Safety Pin
Guide Beam
Top Section
Procedure
Drill
Floor
4-38
Main Tieback
Disconnect
from the
guide beam

and that both carriage latches are engaged
(See page 4-37, Setting the latches and locking
the bail)
Disconnect the guide beam from the main
tieback and intermediate tiebacks
Hoist the Top Drive and guide beam to take the
load off the hang-off link
Remove the guide beam from the hang-off link
Replace the pin, bolt and safety pin on the
guide beam top section as shown
Remove the hang-off link if necessary
Varco Systems
and Decommissioning
Decommissioning
Unpinning each guide beam section
Ensure the
Top Drive
does not
contact
the rig
3
Guide
Beam
Hoist
Lynch Pin
Remove
2
Hook Pin
Retainer Pin
Remove
Joint Pin
Remove
1
Guide Beam
Lower to
the drill floor
Drill
Floor
TDS-11SA
Block as
Required
Procedure
Lower the guide beam to drill floor
Block the guide beam in a vertical position if
required
Slightly compress the guide beam
Remove the retainer pin, lynch pin and joint
pin at the joint between the two lower guide
beam sections
Hoist the guide beam to open the joint
4-39
and Decommissioning
Decommissioning
Lowering each guide beam section
Procedure
Ensure the
Top Drive
does not
contact
the rig
2
Guide
Beam
Lower to
the drill floor
Using a tugger or crane, pull the lower guide

beam section to a horizontal position
Do not allow the angle at the guide beam
joint to become less than 90 degrees
Lower the guide beam to the drill floor
Attach lifting slings to the lifting eyes of the
lower guide beam section to be removed
Unhook the lower guide beam section and
remove from the drill floor
Repeat the previous steps for each of the
remaining guide beam sections until only the
upper section remains
2,100 lb
(950 kg)
Guide Beam
Section
Sling
Guide Beam
Section
3
Lifting Eyes
Attach slings,
and unhook the
guide beam section
Lower Guide
Beam Section
Horizontal position
must remain
greater than 90
1
Drill
Floor
Tugger
4-40
Varco Systems
and Decommissioning
Decommissioning
Returning the TDS-11SA to the skid
Pin
Hook onto the
top of the skid
27,000 lb
(12300 kg)
TDS-11SA
2
TDS-11SA
Lowered
onto skid
Ensure the
Top Drive
does not
contact
the rig
3
Lock Pin
Install after lowering
TDS-11SA onto the skid
Skid
Procedure
Drill
Floor
1
3,000 lb
(1360 kg)
Skid
TDS-11SA
Ensure that the bail lock is installed

Hoist the storage skid to the drill floor
Using the drawwork, lower the TDS-11SA onto
the skid
Ensure that all carriage latches remain engaged
Hook the TDS-11SA at the top of the skid and
pin it at the bottom of the skid
Install pin retainers
4-41
and Decommissioning
Decommissioning
Removing the TDS-11SA from the drill floor
Procedure
Using the drawwork, lower the TDS-11SA and
skid down the V-door ramp or from the drill floor
using a crane
Sling
!
The Bail Lock
Assembly
must be installed
4
Lifting
Block
Lower using
the drawwork
Lifting
Sling
Drill
Floor
TDS-11SA
with Skid
30,000 lb
(13600 kg)
Lower the
TDS-11SA on the Skid
from the drill floor
Backup Line
4-42
Varco Systems
and Decommissioning
Decommissioning
Long term storage procedures
TDS-11SA Long Term Storage Procedures
For indoor storage, cover the TDS-11SA in its shipping and handling skid. A cargo
container is appropriate for outdoor storage.
Avoid wide variations in temperature and high humidity. The preferred environment is
clean and dry at 60-80F ambient.
All exposed unpainted metal surfaces are coated with a rust preventive prior to
shipment; however, check these surfaces periodically to be sure that no corrosion is
taking place. The recommended rust preventive (slushing compound) for bare metal
surfaces is Kendall Grade 5 (GE-D6C6A1) or equivalent.
Cover all openings to prevent water or dust from entering. Leave enough space
around the drilling motors for ventilation. Do not use silica gel or a dehydrating agent.
During storage, rotate the motors and gear train periodically to distribute lubricant.
Perform this at three month intervals if stored indoors, and at one month intervals if
stored outdoors.
For long term storage recommendations dealing with the AC drilling motors, see the
motor manufacturers manual.
Returning the TDS-11SA to Service After Storage
Remove all rust preventive and any corrosion that may have taken place, taking
special care with load carrying components.
Repaint the tool if necessary.
Follow the return to service procedures in the AC drilling motor manufacturers manual.
Check for water and remove if any is found.
Change the hydraulic fluid and gearbox oil.
Lubricate the cooling and oil pump motors.
Lubricate the tool with general purpose grease.
Megger all connectors.
TDS-11SA
4-43
and Decommissioning
4-44
Varco Systems
Inspecting the crown padeye and hang-off link 5-2

Inspecting the top section of the guide beam ... 5-3
Inspecting the guide beam joints....................... 5-4

Inspecting the main tieback .............................. 5-5
Inspecting the intermediate restraints .............. 5-6
Inspecting the carriage ...................................... 5-7
TDS-11SA
Guide Beams
and Carriage
Inspecting the crown padeye and hang-off link

Crown
Yearly
Crown Padeye
2.1"
(52 mm)
minimum
Monthly
Crown Padeye
Visually inspect weld for cracks
Monthly
Cotter Pin
Replace if missing
Shackle
2.0"
(50 mm)
minimum
Monthly
Shackle
Inspect and replace if worn
1.5"
(37 mm)
minimum
Monthly
Hang-off Link Bores
Inspect and repair if worn
Hang-off Link Bores
5-2
Varco Systems
Guide Beams
and Carriage
Inspecting the top section of the guide beam

Crown
2.1"
(52 mm)
minimum
1.5"
(37 mm)
minimum
Bolt Assembly
Hang-off Link Bores
Monthly
Safety Pin
Replace if missing
Monthly
Hang-off Link Bores
Inspect and repair if worn
Guide Beam
Top Section
TDS-11SA
5-3
Guide Beams
and Carriage
Inspecting the guide beam joints
!
Verify that the joint pins,
retainer pins and lynch pins are
in place and secure. Replace
any missing or damaged pins.
Secure
Daily
Lynch Pin
Weekly
Joint Pin
Yearly
Typical Guide
Beam Joint
Daily
Retainer Pin
Monthly
Inspect welds
for cracks
5-4
Varco Systems
Guide Beams
and Carriage
Inspecting the main tieback

Guide Beam
Bottom Section
Daily
Check that the tool is aligned
directly over well center
Main
Spreader Beam
Tieback
Link
Tieback Plate
Yearly
Typical all welds
5
Weekly
Typical all welds
and connections
Inspect clamped connections
for tightness and double nuts.
Inspect welds for cracks.
Auxiliary Spreader Beam
Mast Leg
See General Information

for torque values
See Installation
for assembly/disassembly
TDS-11SA
5-5
Guide Beams
and Carriage
Inspecting the intermediate restraints

Daily
Check that the tool
is aligned directly
over well center
Weekly
Check for
tightness of
cotter pins, and double
nuts. If there are signs of
shifting, verify alignment.
Weekly
Pin and Cotter Pin

Verify that all pins are
in place. Replace any
missing or damaged pins.
Mast Girt
Yearly
Typical all welds
Guide Beam

for torque values
See Installation
for assembly/disassembly
5-6
Varco Systems
Guide Beams
and Carriage
Inspecting the carriage
Weekly
Typical
all rollers
Inspect for uneven
wear, damage and
looseness.
Replace
as required.
Daily
Typical all
detent pins
Verify that pins
are in place
and secure

for torque values
TDS-11SA
5-7
Guide Beams
and Carriage
5-8
Varco Systems
Motor Housing,
Transmission

Inspection schedules ......................................... 6-3
Inspecting the internal lubrication flow

(monthly) ............................................................. 6-4
Adjusting the encoder ........................................ 6-5
Gearbox lube pump assembly ............................ 6-7

Disassembly/assembly .................................................. 6-7
Inspection (yearly) ......................................................... 6-8
Gear backlash ..................................................... 6-9
Inspection (yearly) ......................................................... 6-9
Bail and main body ............................................. 6-10

S-pipe .................................................................. 6-11
Upper mainshaft liner ......................................... 6-12
Washpipe assembly ............................................ 6-13

Assembly ....................................................................... 6-13
Inspection ...................................................................... 6-14
Upper bonnet seals (yearly) ............................... 6-16

Mainshaft ............................................................ 6-17
Inspection ...................................................................... 6-17
Inspecting mainshaft end play (yearly) .......................... 6-18
Blower motor assemblies (monthly) .................. 6-19

Motor brakes (monthly) ...................................... 6-20
AC drilling motors (weekly) ................................ 6-21
Transmission disassembly/assembly ................. 6-22

Nondestructive Examination (NDE) ................... 6-23
Visual inspection ........................................................... 6-23
Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI) ................................ 6-24
Ultrasonic Inspection ..................................................... 6-25

Safety valve inspection procedures (IBOP) ................... 6-25
9
TDS-11SA
Motor Housing
and Transmission
Illustrated index
AC Motor
Blower
Assembly (2)
Page 6-19
AC Motor
Brakes (2)
Page 6-20
Bail
Page 6-10
S-Pipe
Page 6-11
AC Drilling
Motors (2)
Page 6-21
Washpipe
Assembly
Page 6-13
Gearbox
Lubrication
Pump Assembly
Page 6-7
Gearbox
Assembly
Page 6-4, 6-7
For AC motor and

transmission lubrication
see Page 3-2 thru 3-12
6-2
Varco Systems
Motor Housing
and Transmission
Inspection schedules
Daily
Page Number
Check for missing lockwire and cotter pins

Check for loose or broken parts and leaks
Check for damaged hoses and fittings
Check the wash pipe assembly for leaks
See page 6-14
Check fluid levels and filter condition
See page 3-4
Weekly
Check the AC motor louvers for damage
See page 6-19
Check the AC motor screens for contamination
See page 6-19
Monthly
Check the flow of oil throughout the main body while the lube pump is running
See page 6-4
Check the S-pipe for pitting, corrosion, or erosion
See page 6-11
Check the upper mainshaft liner for erosion caused by leaking wash pipe packing
See page 6-18
Check the upper bearing retainer o-ring, bearing isolator, and oil seal for wear
See page 6-18
Check the blower motor assemblies for loose bolts
See page 6-19
Check brake pads for wear
See page 6-20
Yearly
Check the gearbox lubrication pump assembly for wear or damage
See page 6-7
Check the gear teeth for pitting and corrosive wear
See page 6-8
Check for primary and secondary gear set backlash
See page 6-9
Check the mainshaft for axial movement
See page 6-18
Check bail, bushings and bail pins for wear
See page 6-10
Check the radial grooves on the stem and the load collar for wear
See page 6-17
Megger motors
5 Years
Magnetic particle inspection (MPI)
TDS-11SA
See page 6-24
6-3
Motor Housing
and Transmission
Inspecting the internal lubrication flow

(monthly)
Procedure
Remove the 3 in. pipe plugs from the main
body and check the flow of oil coming from
the four spray nozzles (two in the body, two in
cover) while the lube pump is operating
Check that oil is running out of the upper gear
drain holes in each compound gear set
(indicates upper orifice is not blocked) and
that oil is running through the spillway running
from the thrust bearing (indicates orifice is not
blocked)
Pipe Plug
Pipe Plugs
Monthly
Upper
Compound
Gear Drain Hole
Check flow
Monthly
Body Spray
Nozzles
Cover spray
nozzles not shown
Monthly
Spillway
Check flow
Pipe Plug
Remove using a
2 inch, 12 point socket
Main Body
6-4
Varco Systems
Motor Housing
and Transmission
Adjusting the encoder

Use the following procedure to adjust the encoder belt tension:
1. Remove the access covers
2. Disconnect all of the electrical connectors from the encoder.
3. Remove the lockwire and loosen the four sled hold-down
screws.
4. Let the sled to move freely, allowing the belt tension spring to
apply the proper tension to the belt.
Do not tension the belt by hand.
5. Carefully tighten the sled hold-down screws and torque them to

7 ft lb.
6. Lockwire the sled hold-down screws.
7. Reconnect the encoder electrical connections.
8. Replace both access covers and tighten the access cover
screws to 15 ft lb and lockwire them.
TDS-11SA
6-5
Motor Housing
and Transmission
Adjusting the encoder
Belt Tension
Spring
Sled
Hold-down
Screws
4 Places
View from Side
Encoder Belt
Sled
View from Top

(Blower Motor
removed for clarity)
Electrical
Connector
Sled
Encoder Belt
Encoder
Belt Tension
Spring
6-6
Sled
Hold-down
Screws
4 Places
Varco Systems
Motor Housing
and Transmission
Gearbox lube pump assembly

Disassembly/assembly
Disassemble the gearbox lubrication pump assembly and inspect
the pump assembly components yearly for wear and damage as
follows:
1. Drain the gearbox oil and disconnect the hydraulic lines from
the pump assembly
2. Remove the pump assembly by removing the eight lockwired
capscrews that attach the pump adapter plate to the main
body
3. Disassemble the spline adapter, pump, and housing using the
pump vendor service instruction HS15 (located in the Vendor
Documentation Package)
4. Inspect the pump assembly components, replacing any parts
that are worn or damaged. Pay particular attention to the
spline between the pump and motor, the gears, and the motor
and pump sideplates.
5. Assemble the lubrication pump assembly in the reverse order
of disassembly
Follow the pump vendor service instruction HS15 (located in the

Vendor Documentation Package) when assembling the lubrication
pump components, and torque all fasteners in accordance with
DS00008, located in the Supplemental Materials book.
When reinstalling the pump assembly into the main body, inspect
the O-ring for damage and replace the O-ring if any flat spots,
nicks, or other damage is found.
6. Install the pump assembly into the main body. Torque the
fasteners in accordance with DS00008, and reconnect the
hydraulic and electrical connections.
TDS-11SA
6-7
Motor Housing
and Transmission
Gearbox lube pump assembly

Inspection (yearly)
End Cover
Thrust Plate
2 Places
Yearly
Gearbox Lubrication
Pump Assembly
Check parts for wear or damage
Ring Seal
Body Seal
2 Places
Gear
Housing
Roller Bearing
4 Places
Gear Set
Pump
Adapter Plate
Capscrew
10 Places
6
Hydraulic Motor
Low-Speed/High-Torque
O-ring
Main Body
Procedure
Drain the gearbox oil and disconnect the
hydraulic lines from the pump assembly
Remove the pump assembly by removing the
ten lockwired capscrews that attach the pump
adapter plate to the main body
Disassemble using the drawings in the
Technical Drawing Package as well as the
pump vender service instruction
Inspect and relace any parts that are worn or
damaged
6-8
Varco Systems
Motor Housing
and Transmission
Gear backlash
Inspection (yearly)
6 Months
Gear Teeth
Check for wear, pitting,
and gear set backlash
Solid Wire Solder
Dim. A + Dim. B = Backlash
Procedure
Inspect the pump adapter plate at the same

time the gear backlash is checked
6
Drain the gearbox oil
Remove the access cover and the pump
adapter plate to check primary and secondary
gear set backlash
Run a piece of solid wire solder through the
primary and secondary gear meshes and
measure the thickness of the two flat spots
made by the gear teeth surfaces with a
micrometer. If the primary gear mesh backlash
exceeds .030 in. or the secondary gear mesh
backlash exceeds .040 in., excessive gear
wear or bearing failure is indicated.
TDS-11SA
Check the gear teeth for pitting or corrosive

wear at the same time the gear set backlash
is checked
6-9
Motor Housing
and Transmission
Bail and main body

Inspection
Wear allowances
Component
Replace when
Bushing
Inner diameter is less than 4.450 in.
Bail Pin
Outer diameter is less than 4.125 in.
Bail
Yearly
Bushing
2 Places
Yearly
Main Body Cover
5 Years
Main Body
5 Years
Bail Pin
2 Places
Yearly
6-10
Varco Systems
Motor Housing
and Transmission
S-pipe
Inspection
Procedure
Unscrew the two nuts that hold the S-pipe in
place along with the six bolts that secure the
clamp to remove and inspect the S-pipe
Clean the bore of the S-pipe and inspect for
visible signs of pitting, corrosion, or erosion
Wing Nut
Seal Ring
Plug
Use a flashlight and mirror to visually inspect the

bore of the S-pipe. A Bore-o-Scope is best for
inspection, if available.
Monthly
Pressure test to
rated working pressure
Remove and perform an ultrasonic inspection

on the S-pipe if visual inspection indicates
erosion or corrosion
Check condition of the seals
Apply pipe dope to the threads before
re-installing
Monthly
S-Pipe
Check for
visible signs of pitting,
corrosion, or erosion
(pitting or corrosion
should be no deeper
than 0.125 inch)
Clamp
Bolts
Seal Ring
Right-hand (inside of guard)

configuration shown. Your S-pipe
configuration may vary.
TDS-11SA
Wing Nut
6-11
Motor Housing
and Transmission
Upper mainshaft liner

Inspection
Procedure
Remove the wash pipe assembly
Check the upper mainshaft liner for erosion
caused by leaking wash pipe packing and
replace the liner if erosion is found
The 3.875 in. OD polypack seal must also be

replaced whenever the upper stem liner is
replaced
Grease the polypack seal and clean the
mainshaft bore before re-installing
Make sure the O-ring of the seal is facing
down when the seal is installed on the liner
Wash Pipe
Assembly
Monthly
Upper
Mainshaft Liner
Replace if erosion
is found during
inspection
Polypack
Seal
6
Polypack Seal
Replace OD polypack
seal when the upper
mainshaft liner is replaced
Main
Shaft
Upper
Mainshaft Liner
6-12
Varco Systems
Motor Housing
and Transmission
Washpipe assembly
Assembly
1. With the packing box upside down, assemble the packing
seals and spacers into the packing box using care to line up
the upper spacer slot with the dowel pin.
2. Hand pack all seals with multipurpose lithium-based or high
temperature moly-based grease using care not to grease the
outside diameter of the spacers.
3. Install the socket head dog nose screw, ensuring that the
screw nose is fully engaged in the groove of the lower spacer.
4. Install the grease fitting and turn the packing box upright.
5. Install the wash pipe into the packing box assembly (slotted
end up).
6. Install the wash pipe nut onto the wash pipe.
7. Grease the packing seal and install into the holding ring using
care not to grease the outside diameter of the holding ring.
8. Install the packing seal and holding ring over the slotted end
of the wash pipe.
9. Install the snap ring.
10. Install the upper and lower o-rings using grease to hold them
in place.
11. Compress the assembly to the length of the wash pipe.
Disassemble the washpipe packing in the reverse order of the

above procedure. Refer to the Washpipe Assembly Guide, P/N
128844.
TDS-11SA
6-13
Motor Housing
and Transmission
Washpipe assembly
Inspection
!
The wash pipe nut and
the packing box have
left-handed threads
Slide the
wash pipe nut
and the packing box
together for installation
Dowel
Pin
Hand pack all seals

with multipurpose
lithium-based or
high temperature
moly-based grease
completely filling
the void
6
Ensure that the nose of the
socket head dog nose screw
is fully engaged in the groove of
the lower spacer
Special Tools
3" Bore
Wash Pipe Wrench
30150084
Recommended for proper

tightening of the wash pipe
nut and packing box
6-14
Varco Systems
Motor Housing
and Transmission
Washpipe assembly
Inspection
O-Ring
Snap Ring
Holding Ring
Daily
Packing Seal
5 per set
Wash Pipe
Assembly
Inspect for leaks
Wash Pipe
Nut
Upper Spacer
Middle Spacer
Wash Pipe
Middle Spacer
Packing
Assembly Box
Straight Ext.
Grease Fitting
Lower Spacer
Socket Head
Dog Nose Screw
O-Ring
Procedure
Visually inspect the wash pipe assembly for leaks
Replace any worn or damaged parts
Apply pipe dope to the threads before installing in
the Top Drive
TDS-11SA
6-15
Motor Housing
and Transmission
Upper bonnet seals (yearly)

Inspection
Procedure
Remove the bearing shield, the bearing retainer
cap screws, and the bearing retainer
Inspect the bearing isolator, the oil seal, and the
retainer o-ring for wear
Replace any worn or damaged parts
Align the shims so that the bearing lube

tube bore is not blocked
Bearing
Retainer
Cap Screw
6 Places
Bearing
Shield
Bearing
Retainer
Lube Tube
Oil
Seal
Bearing
Shield
Bearing
Isolator
Bearing
Retainer
Cap Screw
6 Places
Bearing
Retainer
Retainer
O-Ring
Lube Tube O-Ring

2 Places
Yearly
Retainer O-Ring
Yearly
Bearing Isolator
6
Yearly
Oil Seal
Lube Tube
Shims
Hand pack the
void with grease
6-16
Varco Systems
Motor Housing
and Transmission
Mainshaft
Inspection
Wear allowances
Component
Replace when
Stem Grooves
Groove width exceeds 0.650 in.
Load Collar
Grooves
Groove width exceeds 0.620 in.
Stem
5 Years
Radial Grooves
Inspect for groove wear
and pitting
0.650
max
Yearly
Split Load Collar
5 Years
Radial Grooves
Inspect for groove wear
and pitting
Yearly
0.620
max
Retainer Ring
TDS-11SA
6-17
Motor Housing
and Transmission
Mainshaft
Inspecting mainshaft end play (yearly)
Dial
Indicator
Bearing Retainer
Cap Screw
6 Places
Mainshaft
Check for
axial movement
Yearly
Shims
Bearing
Retainer
Procedure
Remove the washpipe packing

Check the mainshaft axial movement by
applying an upward force to the mainshaft and
measuring the amount of axial movement with a
dial indicator
If axial shaft movement is not .001 in. to .002 in.,
remove the bearing retainer and adjust the
number of shims under the bearing retainer as
required to allow .001 in. to .002 in. of axial
shaft movement (end play) with the bearing
retainer capscrews tightened to 250-270 ft lb
6-18
Varco Systems
Motor Housing
and Transmission
Blower motor assemblies (monthly)

Inspection
Drip Shield
Bolts
4 Places,
lock wire
in pairs
Motor
Fan Cover
Motor Fan
Bolts
4 Places,
lock wire
in pairs
Bolts
6 Places
Top Bearing
Housing
Monthly
Check for
loose bolts
6
Procedure
Check bolts for tightness
Tighten as needed
Check motor cables for damage
Megger motors yearly
TDS-11SA
6-19
Motor Housing
and Transmission
Motor brakes (monthly)

Inspection
Procedure
Remove the brake housing covers to access
the drilling motor brakes
Inspect the brake pads for wear, and replace
the pads if worn below the allowable lining wear
limit given by the manufacturer
If the brake pads are wearing unevenly,
adjust the pads by adjusting the bolts on the
brake calipers
Inspect the brake hydraulic lines for leaks
Never check for hydraulic leaks

with your hands. Oil under
pressure escaping from a hole
can be nearly invisible and can
penetrate skin causing serious
injury. Always check for leaks
with a piece of wood or
cardboard.
Caliper
Mounting
Bolts
Calipers and Pads

Check pads for wear
Monthly
Brake Disc
Steel
Plate
0.09 in.
Min.
Adjust
Caliper
Mounting
Bracket
6-20
Brake
Pads
Equal
Gap
Varco Systems
Motor Housing
and Transmission
AC drilling motors (weekly)

Inspection
Procedure
Check for missing or damaged louvers
Check screens for contamination
Check motor leads for damage
Check for missing lockwire
Megger motors yearly
Weekly
Motor Leads
Check for damage
6
Weekly
Louvers
Check for damage
Weekly
Screen
Check for contamination
TDS-11SA
6-21
Motor Housing
and Transmission
Transmission disassembly/assembly
Stem Sleeve
Taper Roller
Bearing
Main Body Cover

Cap Screw
Upper Spray Nozzles
Dowel
Pin
Upper Compound
Roller Bearing
Lock
Washer
Dowel Pin
Bull Gear
Internal
Retaining Ring
Upper Stem
Liner
Compound Gear
Internal
Retaining Ring
Spacer Ring
Poly Pack
Seal
Oil
Gallery
O-Ring
Lower Compound
Roller Bearing
Bearing Lock Washer
Main Shaft
Stem
Internal
Locknut Retainer
Main Body O-Ring
Tapered Roller
Thrust Bearing
6
Main Body
Main Shaft
Sleeve
Lower Main
Bearing
Main Lower
Roller Bearing
Wear Sleeve
Lube Plate
Oil Assembly
Lock Washer
Bearing
Retainer
Cap Screw
6-22
Varco Systems
Motor Housing
and Transmission
Nondestructive Examination (NDE)

Yearly (or after approximately 3,000 operating hours), perform a
Nondestructive Examination (NDE) of all critical load path items.
NDE inspection includes visual examination, dye penetrant

examination, magnetic particle inspection, ultrasonic inspection, xray examination, and other methods of nondestructive testing for
metallurgical integrity.
Visual inspection
Use calipers on a regular basis to measure the amount of wear on
the elevator link eyes. Compare the measurements with the Wear
Chart to determine the current strength of the elevator links. The
capacity of the links equals the capacity of the weakest link.
TDS-11SA
6-23
Motor Housing
and Transmission

Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI)
Once a year, or every 3,000 operating hours, Varco recommends
performing a Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI) of the exposed
surfaces of all load carrying components to reveal any fatigue or
crack indications. Any indications found are a potential cause for
replacing the suspect component. Round bottom pits and erosion
are acceptable as long as the defect is less than 1/16 in. deep.
Larger defects or any crack indications are cause for replacing the
suspect component.
After approximately five years, or 15,000 operating hours,
depending on the severity of operating conditions, Varco
recommends performing a MPI of all load carrying components over
their entire surface (including internal bores) to reveal any fatigue or
suspect component. The load carrying components are:
Mainshaft (lower portion)
Bail
Landing collar (yearly)
Upper and lower IBOP
Link adapter
Saver, crossover, and spacer subs
Power subs
Power swivels
Elevator links
Details on MPI procedures are in the following publications:
6-24
I.A.D.C.
Drilling Manual, 9th Edition
ASTM A-275
Std. Method for Magnetic Particle Inspection of

Steel Forgings
ASTM E-709
Std. Recommended Practice for Magnetic Particle

Inspection
Varco Systems
Motor Housing
and Transmission

Ultrasonic Inspection
In addition to the MPI, Varco also recommends performing an
Ultrasonic Inspection of the above components to detect any
erosion of the inside diameter. Any erosion reduces the loadcarrying capability of the part. Any subsurface irregularity can also
compromise a components integrity.
Details on Ultrasonic Inspection procedures are in the

publication:
ASTM A-388 Std. Practice for Ultrasonic Examination of Heavy
Steel Forgings.
Safety valve inspection procedures (IBOP)

Upper and lower IBOP valves, because of their internal grooves and
shoulders, are particularly susceptible to corrosion fatigue cracking.
These internal diameter changes act as stress risers for bending
and tensile loads. It is especially important to properly inspect the
IBOP valves on a frequent basis. Read and use the IBOP valve
inspection procedures described in the IBOP Service Manual
(SM00611).
TDS-11SA
6-25
Motor Housing
and Transmission
6-26
Varco Systems
PH-50 Pipehandler
PH-50 Pipehandler
PH-50 Pipehandler illustrated index .................. 7-2

Inspection schedule ........................................... 7-3
Precautions ......................................................... 7-4

Elevator links ...................................................... 7-5
Inspection ...................................................................... 7-6
Link tilt ................................................................ 7-8

Inspection ...................................................................... 7-9
3
Torque wrench assembly ................................... 7-10

Clamp cylinder body disassembly/assembly ................. 7-10
Inspecting the clamp cylinder body ............................... 7-14
Inspecting the stabilizer ................................................. 7-15
Inspecting the IBOP actuator cylinder and yoke ............ 7-17

Well control system ............................................ 7-19
Tool joint locks disassembly/assembly .......................... 7-19
Inspecting the tool joint locks......................................... 7-20
Inspecting the IBOP valves and saver subs .................. 7-21

Shot pin assembly .............................................. 7-22
Inspection ...................................................................... 7-23
Rotating link adapter/load stem ......................... 7-24

Removing the pipehandler and link tilt from the top drive
(while in mast) ............................................................... 7-24
Disassembling the link tilt assembly .............................. 7-24
77
Assembling the link adapter .......................................... 7-26

Assembling the link adapter to the top drive
(while in mast) ............................................................... 7-27
Wireline adapter ................................................. 7-28
Inspection ...................................................................... 7-28
Nondestructive Examination (NDE) ................... 7-29

Visual inspection ........................................................... 7-29
Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI) ................................ 7-30
Ultrasonic Inspection ..................................................... 7-31

Safety valve inspection procedures (IBOP) ................... 7-31
TDS-11SA
TDS-11SA
7-1
PH-50 Pipehandler
PH-50 Pipehandler illustrated index
Rotating Link
Adapter
Page 7-25
Link Tilt
Page 7-9
IBOP Actuator
Yoke and Cylinder
Page 7-19
Stabilizer
Page 7-16
Well Control System
Page 7-20
Clamp Cylinder
Body
Page 7-11
7
Stabbing Guide
Page 7-14
For pipehandler lubrication

see Page 3-13
7-2
Drill Pipe Elevator

and Elevator Links
Page 7-6
Varco Systems
PH-50 Pipehandler
Inspection schedule
Each Use
Page Reference
Check wireline adapter sheaves for excessive wear or damage
See page 7-30
Daily
Check for missing lockwire and cotter pins
Check for loose or broken parts and leaks
Check for damaged hoses and fittings
Check clamp cylinder gate pins and retainer bolts
See page 7-11
Check tong dies for wear
See page 7-14
Check upper and lower IBOP valves for proper operation
See page 7-21
Weekly
Check link tilt clamps for position and tightness
See page 7-9
Check stabbing guide and flippers for damage and wear
See page 7-11
Check front and rear stabilizers for wear
See page 7-16
Check IBOP actuator cylinder for leaks, tighten fittings
See page 7-17
Check IBOP actuator rollers for wear or excessive play
See page 7-19
Check tool joint locks for loose bolts
See page 7-20
Check upper and lower (if equipped) IBOPs for damage
See page 7-22
Monthly
Check elevator link eyes for wear
See page 7-8
Check link tilt bushings for wear
See page 7-9
Check link tilt actuator cylinder clevis pins for wear
See page 7-19
Check IBOP actuator yoke for wear or excessive play
See page 7-19
Check shot pin assembly for wear or damage
See page 7-23
7
Yearly
Check piston ring for pitting and chipping
See page 7-25
Check stem for pitting, grooves and chipping
See page 7-25
Replace GLYD rings, o-rings and bushings on rotating link adapter
See page 7-25
5 Years
MPI Inspection
TDS-11SA
See page 7-31
7-3
PH-50 Pipehandler
Precautions
To avoid serious injury or death, read and understand the following
warnings before performing inspection and maintenance
procedures:
Properly lockout the main power source before

performing lubrication, inspection, or replacement
procedures, unless specifically noted in this manual.
Wear protective glasses to prevent eye injuries from

fluids under pressure, as well as other hazards.
Do not attempt any adjustments while the machine is

moving.
Use caution when draining lubricant. It can be hot.
Never check for hydraulic leaks with your hands. Oil

under pressure escaping from a hole can be nearly
invisible and can penetrate skin causing serious injury.
Always check for leaks with a piece of wood or
cardboard and always wear protective eyewear when
working on hydraulic components.
Always discharge the three hydro pneumatic

accumulators before performing repairs on the
hydraulic system.
7
Do not attempt repairs you do not understand.
Read and understand all safety precautions and

warnings before performing maintenance procedures.
7-4
Varco Systems
PH-50 Pipehandler
Elevator links
1. Disconnect and remove the drill pipe elevator from the
elevator links.
2. Using the Varco Drillers Console (VDC), rotate the
pipehandler 90 to position one of the elevator links directly
below the front of the motor guard.
3. Remove the catch link bolt from the catch link.
4. Remove the clevis pin from the link, which connects the link tilt
to the elevator link.
5. Using the sling, hoist the elevator link away from the
pipehandler.
6. Rotate the pipehandler 180, repeat the procedure to remove
the other elevator link.
TDS-11SA
7-5
PH-50 Pipehandler
Elevator links
Inspection
Recess in
Motor Guard
Rear
2
Lift and
remove
Link Tilt
Upper
Catch Link
Catch Link Pin
950 lb
(431 kg)
Elevator Link
Front
26"
(635mm)
Typical
LE RO IPE
FT T
AT HA
ND
E
RIG LI ER
HT NK
TIL
TF
LO
AT
Link
TO
RQ
PU UE
SH WR
& H EN
OL CH
D
DR LINK
ILL O TI
FF LT
TIL
T
Pipehandler
Rotate Switch
Weekly
Link Clamps
Inspect for position
and tightness
Clevis
Pin
Rotate
PIP
EH
AN
DL
ER
BR
AK
E
IBO
P
EM
ER
G
ST EN
OP CY
TO
Varco
Drillers Console
RQ
UE
Monthly
TO
RQ
UE
RP
7-6
Elevator Link Eyes

Inspect for wear (see table)
Varco Systems
PH-50 Pipehandler
Elevator links
Inspection (Varco links only)
Wear Chart - Forged Links
Upper Eye
Dimension (C)
Lower Eye
Dimension (A)
Capacity (per set)

in Tons
5 inches
2 3/4 inches
350
4 13/16 inches
2 9/16 inches
300
4 5/8 inches
2 3/8 inches
225
7 7/16 inches
2 3/16 inches
175
Upper
Eye
(Hook)
B = 3 1/2 in., 350-Ton
B = 4 1/2 in., 500-Ton

6 inches
3 1/2 inches
500
5 3/4 inches
3 1/4 inches
420
5 1/2 inches
3 inches
325
5 1/4 inches
2 3/4 inches
250
7 1/2 inches
7 1/2 inches
350
7 1/4 inches
7 1/4 inches
300
7 inches
7 inches
225
6 3/4 inches
7 3/4 inches
175
B = 6 1/4 in., 750-Ton
To determine the strength of worn links, measure (with calipers)

the amount of eye wear and compare the measurements
with the above Wear Chart to find the current capacity.
The capacity of the set of links is determined by the weakest link.
Lower
Eye
(Elevator)
TDS-11SA
7-7
PH-50 Pipehandler
Link tilt
1. Shutdown the power and bleed the system (turn the valve on
the bottom of the gearcase to the SHUT DOWN position).
2. Disconnect the hydraulic lines from the link tilt cylinders and
cap all connections.
3. Unpin and remove the link tilt cylinders.
4. Unpin and remove the link tilt crank.
Use the recommended spanner wrench to remove the rod gland

seal.
7-8
Varco Systems
PH-50 Pipehandler
Link tilt
Inspection
Pins
Inspect for wear
replace as needed
Monthly
Monthly
Bushings
Inspect for wear
replace as needed
Monthly
Link Tilt
Actuator Cylinders
Inspect the hydraulic
connections for leaks
Link Tilt
Monthly
Bushings
Inspect for wear
replace as needed
Wear allowances
Component
Replace when
Pins
Wear exceeds .06 in. on diameter
Bushings
Metal backing is visible through the lining

End cap of the metal backing exceeds .04 in. wear
TDS-11SA
Bushings should be pressed in using the mating pin

as an installation mandrel.
7-9
PH-50 Pipehandler
Torque wrench assembly

Clamp cylinder body disassembly/assembly
1.
Shutdown power and bleed the system (turn the valve on the
bottom of the gearcase to the SHUT DOWN position).
2. Disconnect the hydraulic lines on the clamp cylinder body and

cap all connections.
3. Support the clamp cylinder body.
4. Remove the two hex-head capscrews and lockwashers that
hold the end cap in place.
5. Remove the end cap, spring spacer, spring sleeve, and spring.
6. Slowly lower the clamp cylinder body off the torque wrench
frame and move it to a suitable work area.
7. Remove the 16 hex-head screws and lockwashers that hold
the wear bushings on the clamp cylinder body.
8. Remove the four wear bushings, and replace the wear
bushings as necessary.
9. Remove the two hinge pin retainer hex-head screws.
10. Swing out the two hinge pin retainers.
11. Remove the two hinge pins.
12. Remove the gate, front jaw, front stabilizer, and front stabbing
guide.
13. Remove the two socket-head capscrews and hi-collar washers
from the front jaw.
14. Remove the front jaw from the gate.
15. Repeat steps 11 and 12 for the rear jaw.

16. Push the cylinder head in enough to relieve the load on the
cylinder head ring. Remove the cylinder head ring. Use care in
this operation.
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PH-50 Pipehandler

17. Slowly pull out the cylinder head using the threaded holes.
Remove and discard the piston seal.
18. Carefully push the piston out of the body. Remove and discard
the piston seal.
19. Remove the wiper rod and rod seal from the body. Discard the
seals.
20. Clean the piston, cylinder head, and the body. Clean and lightly
lubricate the new seals and seal surfaces prior to reassembly.
Use recommended spanner wrench to remove the rod gland seal.
Assembly is performed in reverse order of disassembly.
TDS-11SA
7-11
PH-50 Pipehandler
Hydraulic
Manifold
RIG-UP
SHUTDOWN
RUN
COUNTERBALANCE MODE
Rig-up/Run/
Shutdown Valve
Shown in SHUTDOWN
position
(Shown with
link tilt removed)
Torque Arrestor
Spring
Spring Spacer
Spring Shims
Adjust to ensure
the torque wrench
clamps fully onto
the saver sub
Support clamp
cylinder body
before removing
end cap.
End Cap
Clamp Cylinder
Body
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PH-50 Pipehandler

Manifold
Rear Stabilizer
Front Stabilizer
Hinge Pin
Retainer
Spring
Hex Head
Screws
Cylinder Head Ring
Clamp Cylinder
Body
Body Seals
Cylinder Head
Jaw Assembly
Piston Seals
Tong Dies
Piston
Gate
Wear Bushing
Socket Head
Cap Screws
Hinge Pin
Front Stabbing Guide
Rear Stabbing Guide
Stabilizer
Spring
TDS-11SA
Retaining Plate
7-13
PH-50 Pipehandler

Inspecting the clamp cylinder body
Tugger
Line
V
A
R
C
O
P
H
5
Front and Rear

Stabilizers
Inspect for wear
Weekly
Tong Dies
Inspect for
excessive wear
CO
R
VA
Daily
Stabbing Guide
Inspect for damage
Weekly
7
Clamp
Cylinder Gate
(Shown open)
Weekly
Flippers
Inspect for damage
and excessive wear
Swing Clear
Wear allowances
Component
Replace when
Stabilizer
Wear exceeds 1/8 in.
Flippers
Wear exceeds 1/8 in.
7-14
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PH-50 Pipehandler

Inspecting the stabilizer
Remove the two bolts (with slotted nuts and cotter pins) that hold
the front stabilizer. Check the springs for damage and replace if
needed. Pack spring cavities with grease and reassemble. Be sure
all safety wire, cotter pins, and capscrews are tight, and tighten or
replace as necessary.
TDS-11SA
7-15
PH-50 Pipehandler

Inspecting the stabilizer
Stabilizer Springs
Check for damage,
replace as necessary.
Monthly
Monthly
Stabilizers
Inspect for wear.
Replace if wear exceeds
1/8 in.
Cotter Pin
7-16
Varco Systems
PH-50 Pipehandler

Inspecting the IBOP actuator cylinder and yoke
Weekly
IBOP
Actuator Cylinder
Check for leaks,
tighten fittings
Daily
Hoses
Replace if worn
or damaged
Monthly
Pins and Bushings
Check for wear
or excessive play
Monthly
Weekly
IBOP
Actuator Yoke
Check pins and
bushings for wear
or excessive play
IBOP
Actuator Yoke
Check cam followers for wear
or excessive play
For IBOP Actuator Yoke lubrication

see Page 3-13
Wear allowances
Component
Replace when
Pins
Wear exceeds .03 in. on diameter
Bushings
Metal backing is visible through the lining

End cap of the metal backing exceeds .04 in. wear
Bushings should be pressed in using the mating pin

as an installation mandrel.
TDS-11SA
7-17
PH-50 Pipehandler

Inspecting the IBOP actuator cylinder and yoke
Disassembling the IBOP actuator cylinder and
yoke
1. Shutdown the power and bleed the system (turn the valve on the
bottom of the gearcase to the SHUT DOWN position).
2. Remove one gate hinge pin, open the gate, and pull back the
torque wrench assembly.
3. Disconnect the hydraulic lines from the IBOP actuator cylinder
and cap all connections.
4. Unpin and remove the IBOP actuator cylinder and yoke.
5. Replace the hydraulic lines as necessary.
6. Check for cylinder leaks.
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PH-50 Pipehandler
Well control system

Tool joint locks disassembly/assembly
Do not reuse locking screws.
1. Lubricate the locking screw threads, screw head bearing area,

and the tapers of the inner rings with molybdenum disulfide
grease, such as Molykote Gn paste.
2. Make sure the save sub, IBOPs, and main shaft are free of
high spots, such as tong marks. If high spots exist, remove
with file or light grinding.
3. Slide the tool joint lock over the main shaft, IBOP valves, and
saver sub.
4. Clean the IBOP valves, main shaft, and saver sub surfaces
thoroughly. Make sure these surfaces are smooth and free of
grease, oil, and pipe dope.
5. Locate the tool joint lock symmetrically at each joint.
Never tighten locking screws before the tool joint lock is at the
correct location, otherwise it will not slide freely.
6. Take any three or four locking screws equally spaced and

tighten them to establish parallel or perpendicular position of
the tool joint lock collars relative to the main shaft, IBOP
valves, and saver sub respectively. This properly seats the
collars on the taper of the inner ring and aligns the collars.
7. Using a torque wrench, tighten all locking screws gradually in
either a clockwise or counterclockwise sequence (not in a
diametrically opposite sequence). Continue tightening all of
the screws until they reach 1855 ft lb.
8. Make sure no screw turns any more. The gap between the tool
joint collars should be as equal as possible all the way around.
9. Safety wire all screws.
TDS-11SA
7-19
PH-50 Pipehandler
Well control system

Inspecting the tool joint locks
Tool Joint Lock to be Equally
Spaced on Upper IBOP and
Main Stem Joint Connection
1.4"
Tool Joint
Shoulder
1.4"
Remove O-Ring
and Look through
this Space and
Split on Inner Ring
Tapered
Inner Ring
Tool Joint Lock to
be Offset on Upper
and Lower IBOP
Joint Connection
Tool Joint
1.0" Shoulder
I.D. Groove
First Line Up this Point with the
Tool Joint Shoulder. Then Move
Inner Ring Down 3/8" with the
Outer Assembly. Replace O-Ring
Daily
1.4"
Tool Joint
Shoulder
1.4"
Tool Joint
Locks
Inspect for loose bolts.
Repair or replace if necessary.
Torque to 1855 ft lb.
Tool Joint Lock to be Equally

Spaced on Lower IBOP and
Saver Sub Joint Connection
Removing the Tool Joint Locks

Gradually release the locking screws all the way around. Initially release each screw
about a quarter of a turn, avoid tilting and jamming the collars. Do not remove the
screws completely at this time, otherwise the collars may spring off.
Remove any rust formed or dirt collected adjacent to the tool joint lock. Once the screws
are loose, remove the tool joint lock from the saver sub, IBOP valves, and main shaft.
7-20
Varco Systems
PH-50 Pipehandler
Well control system

Inspecting the IBOP valves and saver subs
Wear allowances
Component
Replace when
Saver Sub
Threads have been recut to a minimum

shoulder-to-shoulder length of 5 in.
See the IBOP Service Manual for IBOP

disassembly/assembly and servicing
information.
Weekly
Daily
Upper IBOP
(Remote)
Inspect for damage
Valve
Check for
proper operation
and pressure test
for leaks
Weekly
IBOP Crank
(Remote)
Inspect for damage
Weekly
Daily
Lower IBOP
(Manual)
(Optional)
Inspect for damage
Valve
Check for
proper operation
and pressure test
for leaks
5 Years
Upper and Lower IBOP
TDS-11SA
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PH-50 Pipehandler
Shot pin assembly

1. Disconnect the hydraulic and electrical lines.
2. Remove the capscrews that attach the shot pin assembly to
the main body.
3. Remove the capscrew and lockwasher holding the shot pin
cover in place
4. Remove the shot pin components as shown in the illustration
on Page 7-24 (end cap, o-rings, rod seal assembly, shot pin)
5. Inspect the shot pin bearing and press the bearing out of the
shot pin mounting bracket if the bearing is scored or
damaged.
6. Remove the capscrew and lockwasher that hold the pinion
gear in place, and remove the gear.
7. Remove the capscrews and lockwashers that hold the
hydraulic motor in place and remove the motor.
Inspect the disassemble parts and replace any worn or damaged
parts. Assemble the shot pin in the reverse order of disassembly.
7-22
Varco Systems
PH-50 Pipehandler
Shot pin assembly

Inspection
Shot Pin
Assembly
Shot Pin Base
Dowel Pin
Shot Pin
Remove burrs
Rod Seal
Assembly
Hydraulic
Motor
Rod Seal
Assembly
Dual Port
Manifold
Shot Pin
Sleeve
O-ring
Shot Pin Bushing
Shot Pin Cap
Shot Pin
Cover
Wear allowances
Component
Replace when
Shot Pin
Outer diameter is less than 1.375 in.
Shot Pin Sleeve
Inner diameter is greater than 1.510 in.
Shot Pin Bushing
Inner diameter is greater than 1.475 in.
TDS-11SA
Pinion Gear
7-23
PH-50 Pipehandler
Rotating link adapter/load stem

Removing the pipehandler and link tilt from the top drive
(while in mast)
1. Drain the oil from the gearbox.
2. Disconnect and cap all tubing, remove the shot pin assembly
and the landing collar.
3. Build a support over well center to support the weight of the
link adapter.
4. Lower the top drive to the support built in Step 3.
5. Remove the bolts that attach the load stem to the main body.
6. Raise the top drive slowly to separate the link adapter from
the main body.
7. Move the link adapter assembly to a clean, safe work area.
8. Orient the assembly with the stem flange up and block the
entire assembly so that it is secure in this position.
Disassembling the link tilt assembly

1. Attach a 3-point sling to the stem and pull the stem out of the
link adapter.
2. Turn the stem over and place it on its flange.
Protect the internal surfaces of the rotating link adapter and

the surfaces of the drive stem when separating the two
components. When removing the rotating link adapter from the
stem, carefully tap with a mallet. There can be misalignment
between the two bores when raising the drive stem and gear
assembly.
The piston ring is assembled with a light press fit. Provide a

support under the gear so that it does not drop when it breaks
loose.
3. Remove and discard all rotary seals, O-rings, thrust ring, and
the wear bushings from inside the rotating link adapter and
gear inside dimension.
4. Remove and discard the stem flange O-rings and stem bore
shaft seals.
7-24
Varco Systems
PH-50 Pipehandler

Inspecting the rotating link adapter
Rotary GLYD Ring
Remove, discard and replace
Yearly
Rotary Link Adaptor
O-Ring
Remove, discard
and replace
Yearly
Thrust Ring
Retainer Ring
Yearly
Turcite Bushing
O-Ring
Yearly
Rotary GLYD Ring

Wiper Seal
Yearly
Piston Ring
Inspect for pitting
and chipped plating
(Heat to 175-200 F
to install)
Rotating Link
Adapter Gear
Wear allowances
Component
Replace when
Thrust Ring
Thickness is less than 0.105 in.
Turcite
Bushing
Thickness is less than 0.112 in.
Yearly
Stem
Inspect for pitting,
grooves and chipped plating
Stem O-Ring
Index Mark
Indicates front of stem
Yearly
Level Work Surface
TDS-11SA
7-25
PH-50 Pipehandler

Assembling the link adapter
1. Orient the stem so the drive stem flange is down on a suitably
protected surface.
2. Install the gear with its rotating seal and wiper in place.
3. Install the O-ring for the piston ring.
4. Install the piston ring by tapping on it lightly with a mallet to
press it into place (Heat to 220-250)
5. Install the retainer ring.
6. Install all of the rotary seals on the rotating link adapter, and
an O-ring on the top surface.
7. Install the two wear bushings and the thrust ring in the rotating
link adapter.
8. Rest the rotating link adapter on its bottom surface.
9. Clean and then lubricate (with hydraulic oil) the sealing
surface of the stem and the inside diameter of the rotating link
adapter.
10. Attach three lifting slings symmetrically through the holes on
the top of the stem flange and slowly lower the assembly into
the rotating link adapter body. Hammering with a large plastic
mallet is an aid when assembing the stem to the link adapter.
Make sure the seals do not twist in the grooves.
11. Install the gear onto the link adapter and install the bolts.
12. Pressure test each port at 1,000 psi and inspect for leaks at
the adjacent ports.
13. Grease all lubrication points on the assembly.
14. Inspect the lower gearbox seal (located inside the stem
flange), and replace as necessary.
7-26
Varco Systems
PH-50 Pipehandler

Assembling the link adapter to the top drive (while in
mast)
1. Check the condition of the manshaft wear ring and replace if
there is any evidence of grooving.
2. Place the rotating link adapter assembly back on the support
built over well center, orienting the assembly so that the stem
flange is up, and so that the idex mark faces forward.
3. Carefully lower the top drive to engage the mainshaft in the
stem bore and then the stem flange pilot diameter is in the main
body bore.
4. Install the flange bolts.
5. Install the link tilt cylinders, pin, and secure in place.
6. Install the link tilt crank and pin, and secure in place.
7
Install all hose assemblies.
8. Install tubing.
9. Install the shot pin assembly.
10. Fill the gearcase with gear oil (see Lubrication).
11. Check and fill the hydraulic oil as necessary.
12. Turn on the top drive and perform all pipehandler functions
several times, checking for proper function and any leaks.
13. Re-check the hydraulic oil level and fill as necessary.
Always install a new mainshaft seal and use care not to

damage the seal or the case.
TDS-11SA
A light coating of grease applied to the O-ring helps in installing the

rotating link adapter assembly into the main body.
Always install a new drive stem O-ring and use care not to
damage the O-ring or the case.
7-27
PH-50 Pipehandler
Wireline adapter
Inspection
i
Inspect the condition of the
sheaves before and after each use.
Each Use
Sheaves
Replace or repair damaged
parts as necessary
7-28
Varco Systems
PH-50 Pipehandler

Yearly (or after approximately 3,000 operating hours), perform a
Nondestructive Examination (NDE) of all critical load path items.
NDE inspection includes visual examination, dye penetrant

examination, magnetic particle inspection, ultrasonic inspection, xray examination, and other methods of nondestructive testing for
metallurgical integrity.
Visual inspection
Use calipers on a regular basis to measure the amount of wear on
the elevator link eyes. Compare the measurements with the Wear
Chart to determine the current strength of the elevator links. The
capacity of the links equals the capacity of the weakest link.
TDS-11SA
7-29
PH-50 Pipehandler

Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI)
Once a year, or every 3,000 operating hours, Varco recommends
performing a Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI) of the exposed
surfaces of all load carrying components to reveal any fatigue or
suspect component.
After approximately five years, or 15,000 operating hours,
depending on the severity of operating conditions, Varco
recommends performing a MPI of all load carrying components over
their entire surface (including internal bores) to reveal any fatigue or
suspect component. The load carrying components are:
Mainshaft (lower portion)
Bail
Landing collar (yearly)
Upper and lower IBOP
Link adapter
Saver, crossover, and spacer subs
Power subs
Power swivels
Elevator links
Details on MPI procedures are in the following publications:
7-30
I.A.D.C.
Drilling Manual, 9th Edition
ASTM A-275
Std. Method for Magnetic Particle Inspection of

Steel Forgings
ASTM E-709
Std. Recommended Practice for Magnetic Particle

Inspection
Varco Systems
PH-50 Pipehandler

Ultrasonic Inspection
In addition to the MPI, Varco also recommends performing an
Ultrasonic Inspection of the above components to detect any
erosion of the inside diameter. Any erosion reduces the loadcarrying capability of the part. Any subsurface irregularity can also
compromise a components integrity.
Details on Ultrasonic Inspection procedures are in the

publication:
ASTM A-388 Std. Practice for Ultrasonic Examination of Heavy
Steel Forgings.
Safety valve inspection procedures (IBOP)

Upper and lower IBOP valves, because of their internal grooves and
shoulders, are particularly susceptible to corrosion fatigue cracking.
These internal diameter changes act as stress risers for bending
and tensile loads. It is especially important to properly inspect the
IBOP valves on a frequent basis. Read and use the IBOP valve
inspection procedures described in the IBOP Service Manual
(SM00611).
TDS-11SA
7-31
PH-50 Pipehandler
7-32
Varco Systems
Hydraulic System
Hydraulic system ................................................ 8-2

Hydraulic system diagram.................................. 8-4

Inspection ...........................................................
Precautions ...................................................................
Maintenance schedule ..................................................
Hydraulic fluid level and filter .........................................
Adding the hydraulic fluid ..............................................
Draining the hydraulic fluid ............................................
Hydraulic reservoir bladder (yearly) ...............................
Heat exchanger .............................................................
Using the hydraulic system test ports ............................
Precharging the accumulators .......................................
IBOP timing circuit .........................................................
IBOP and oil pressure switch ........................................
8-5
8-5
8-7
8-8
8-9
8-10
8-11
8-12
8-13
8-14
8-15
8-16
Setting up the circuits ........................................

Hydraulic pumps and unloading circuit ..........................
Fixed displacement (lube) and variable displacement
pumps ............................................................................
Counterbalance circuit and stand-jump circuit ...............
AC motor brake circuit ...................................................
Shot pin circuit ...............................................................
Link tilt cylinder circuit....................................................
Rotating link adapter hydraulic motor relief circuit .........
8-17
8-17
5
8-18
8-22
8-26
8-27
8-29
8-30
Troubleshooting .................................................. 8-31

HPU and reservoir bladder ............................................ 8-31
Counterbalance and stand jump.................................... 8-33
Stand jump testing ......................................................... 8-34
Counterbalance and stand jump schematic diagram .... 8-36
Troubleshooting the brakes ........................................... 8-37
Shot pin cylinder and clamp cylinder ............................. 8-39
Link tilt cylinders ............................................................ 8-41
Gearbox lubrication hydraulic system ............................ 8-43
Rotating link adapter motor schematic diagram ............ 8-46
IBOP actuator schematic diagram ................................. 8-47
Hydraulic schematic symbols ............................ 8-48
TDS-11SA
Hydraulic System
Hydraulic system
The hydraulic control system is a completely self-contained,
onboard system. A 10-horse power, 1800 rpm, AC motor, drives
two hydraulic pumps and powers the hydraulic system. A fixed
displacement pump drives the lube oil system motor. A variable
displacement pump provides hydraulic power for the AC motor
brakes, powered rotating head, remote actuated IBOP, pipe backup
clamp cylinder, link tilt, and counterbalance system. Three hydropneumatic accumulators are located on the main body.
The hydraulic manifold attaches to the main body and contains
solenoid, pressure and flow control valves.
A sealed stainless steel reservoir supplies hydraulic oil, eliminating
the need for draining and refilling during normal rig moves. The
reservoir is mounted between the AC drilling motors and is
equipped with strainers and an oil level sight gauge.
8-2
Varco Systems
Hydraulic System
Illustrated index
Specifications

Page 8-8
Pump Motor
10 hp, 1,800 rpm, AC motor
Reservoir Capacity
25 gal
Counterbalance
Manifold
Page 8-22
Counterbalance
Accumulator
Page 8-14
Main Hydraulic
Manifold
Page 8-13
Upper IBOP TimeDelay Accumulator

Page 8-15
Hydraulic Oil Fill
Page 8-9
Link Tilt
Manifold
Page 8-29
Oil Pressure
Switch
Page 8-16
Link Tilt
Cylinders
Page 8-29
System
Accumulator
Page 8-14
IBOP Pressure
Switch
Page 8-16
Upper IBOP
Actuator Cylinder
Page 8-15
Front
Counterbalance
Cylinders
Page 8-22
Hydraulic Oil
Reservoir
Page 8-11
Rotating Head
Motor and
Shot Pin
Assembly
Page 8-27
Rear
Front
10 HP AC
Motor and
Pump Assembly
Page 8-17
Rear
TDS-11SA
8-3
Hydraulic System
Hydraulic system diagram

Drilling
Motor Brake
Upper IBOP
Actuator Cylinder
Link Tilt
Cylinders
Pipehandler
Clamp Cylinder
Link Tilt
Manifold
Counterbalance
Accumulator
Rotating Head
(Elevator Positioner)
Shot Pin
Cylinder
Counterbalance
Cylinders
Rotating
Link Adapter
Lift
Rotating
Head
Motor
Gearbox Lube
Oil Distribution
Counterbalance
Manifold
Main Hydraulic Manifold
Low Speed
Hydraulic
Motor
Upper IBOP
Time-Delay
Accumulator
System
Accumulator
Lube Oil
Pump
Gearbox Sump
M
10 HP A.C.
Motor
8-4
Variable
Displacement
Pump
Fixed
Displacement
Pump (Mtr. Lube)
Hydraulic
Reservoir
Varco Systems
Hydraulic System
Inspection
Precautions
To avoid serious injury or death, read and understand the following
warnings before performing inspection and maintenance
procedures:
Properly lockout the main power source before

performing lubrication, inspection, or replacement
procedures, unless specifically noted in this manual.
Wear protective glasses to prevent eye injuries from

fluids under pressure, as well as other hazards.
Do not attempt any adjustments while the machine is

moving.
Use caution when draining lubricant. It can be hot.
Never check for hydraulic leaks with your hands. Oil

under pressure escaping from a hole can be nearly
invisible and can penetrate skin causing serious injury.
Always check for leaks with a piece of wood or
cardboard and always wear protective eyewear when
working on hydraulic components.
Always discharge the three hydro pneumatic

accumulators before performing repairs on the
hydraulic system.
Do not attempt repairs you do not understand.
8
Read and understand all safety precautions and
warnings before performing maintenance procedures.
TDS-11SA
8-5
Hydraulic System
Inspection
Release all hydraulic oil pressure by bleeding
accumulators before disconnecting hydraulic lines.
Turn the counterbalance valve to shutdown mode to
bleed the hydraulic system. Hydraulic oil under
pressure can penetrate skin and cause serious injury.
Before opening the hydraulic system, thoroughly clean

work area, and maintain system cleanliness by
promptly capping all disconnected lines. Dirt is
extremely harmful to hydraulic system components
and can cause equipment failure and subsequent
injury to personnel.
Use care when handling components to prevent nicking close

tolerance finishes.
Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate

the skin causing serious injury. Avoid injury by
discharging the three accumulators and relieving
pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines. Always
search for hydraulic leaks with a piece of cardboard
or wood-not with your bare hands. Get immediate
medical attention for hydraulic fluid injuries. Fluid
injected into the skin must be surgically removed
within a few hours or gangrene may result. Do not
tighten hydraulic fittings while they are under
pressure.
Inspect the hydraulic system daily for leaks at fittings, damaged
hose covers, kinked or crushed hoses, hard or stiff hoses, and
damaged or corroded fittings. In addition, during the inspection,
tighten or replace any leaking port connections, and clean any dirt
buildup from hydraulic components.
8
Replace worn or damaged hydraulic system
components immediately.
Inspect the hydraulic fluid level in the hydraulic reservoir located
between the AC drilling motors daily. Inspect the hydraulic filter
located on the upper left AC drilling motor daily.
8-6
Varco Systems
Hydraulic System
Inspection
Maintenance schedule
Hydraulic system oil lubrication schedule
Description
Frequency
Replace hydraulic system filter (P/N 114416-1)
1 x every 3 months
Perform hydraulic system oil analysis
1 x every 6 months
Replace hydraulic fluid
1 x every year, or earlier based on oil analysis
Inspect hydraulic reservior bladder
1 x every year
Replace hydraulic reservior bladder
1 x every 2 years
Daily inspections
Description
Check the condition of the hydraulic filter indicator
Check hydraulic fluid levels
Check for hydraulic fluid leaks
Check the condition of hydraulic hoses
Recommended hydraulic lubricants

Oil Temperature Range
-15 to 75 C
-10 to 85 C
(5 to 167 F)
(14 to 185 F)
Hyspin AWS-32
Hyspin AWS-46
AW Hyd oil 32
AW Hyd oil 46
Nuto H32
Nuto H46
Harmony 32AW
Harmony 46AW
Manufacturer
Castrol
Chevron
Exxon
Gulf
Mobil
DTE 24
DTE 25
Shell
Tellus 32
Tellus 46
Statoil
Hydraway HMA 32
Hydraway HMA 46
Texaco
Rando oil HD32
Rando oil HD46
Total
Azolla ZS 32
Azolla ZS 46
Union
Unax AW32
Unax AW46
8
Viscosity Index
ISO Viscosity Grade
TDS-11SA
32
46
8-7
Hydraulic System
Inspection
Hydraulic fluid level and filter
Cork Ball
(Level Indicator)
Daily
Red
Pop-up
Dirt Alarm
Sight
Glass
Hydraulic
Oil Sight
Gauge
Hydraulic
Oil Filter
Procedure
Check the red pop-up alarm on the hydraulic

filter daily
Replace the filter (Varco P/N 114416)if the
indicator has popped up or as recommended
Use care to prevent contamination from
entering the hydraulic system during
maintenance activities
8-8
Varco Systems
Hydraulic System
Inspection
Adding the hydraulic fluid
Specifications
Reservoir Capacity
25 gal
Procedure
Turn the TDS-11SA off
Ensure that the area is clean prior to adding
hydraulic fluid
Remove dust plug from the male quick
disconnect at the TDS-11SA hydraulic oil fill
Remove dust plug from the female quick
disconnect on the lubrication kit
Connect the two fittings and pump fluid until
the level reaches the middle of the sight
glass as showm
See Lube Schedule for specifications
After adding fluid, replace the dust plugs
Cork Ball
(Level Indicator)
Sight
Glass
Hydraulic
Oil Sight
Gauge
Hydraulic Oil Fill

Male Quick Disconnect
Hydraulic
Oil Fill
Female
Quick
Disconnect
Hydraulic
Lubrication Kit
55 gal Drum
Varco P/N 92643
TDS-11SA
8-9
Hydraulic System
Inspection
Draining the hydraulic fluid
Precautions
Hydraulic fluid may be hot
Use care when opening the valve
Avoid spills
Holds 25 gallons
Valve
Handle
Pump
Inlet/Drain
Adapter
10 HP AC
Pump Motor
Procedure
Isolate power to the pump motor

Ensure that the valve is closed
Remove the plug and attach a hose
Open the valve and drain the fluid
Close the valve and remove the hose
Replace the plug
8-10
Fixed
Displacement
Pump
Variable
Displacement
Pump
Varco Systems
Hydraulic System
Inspection
Hydraulic reservoir bladder (yearly)
Reservoir
Breather
Hydraulic Oil
Reservoir
Between AC
Drilling Motors
Reservoir
Cover
Apply gasket sealing

compound to prevent leaks
Yearly
Reservoir Bladder
Varco P/N 110191-501
Check for wear and damage
Gasket
Varco P/N 110132
Front
Apply gasket sealing
compound to prevent leaks
Rear
Hydraulic Oil
Reservoir
Procedure
Drain hydraulic fluid and clean area before
inspecting the reservoir bladder
Remove the 10 cap screws and lock
washers from the cover
Remove cover with bladder attached
Check yearly for wear or damage
Replace the bladder every two years
Replace the bladder if fluid escapes the
reservoir breather when the Top Drive is on
its back
TDS-11SA
8-11
Hydraulic System
Inspection
Heat exchanger
Blower and
Brake Covers
Monthly
Oil Heat
Exchanger
Remove any dirt
and inspect for leaks,
corrosion, and cleanliness
Drill Motor
Assembly
Left side
8-12
Varco Systems
Hydraulic System
Inspection
Using the hydraulic system test ports
Stand Jump
SV9
L4
PV
Brake
SV1
Clamp/
Shot Pin
SV5
P1
IBOP
SV4
PF
Float
Link
SV8 Tilt
SV6
* B8
G5
A4
CB
* SA
* P
* T1
C4
SV2
Rotating
Link
Adapter
Z1
B9
B1
A6
C5
B5
B6
* These test ports are on sides

or bottom of manifold.
As Viewed From Below
TDS-11SA
8-13
Hydraulic System
Inspection
Precharging the accumulators
Port
Accumulator
Setting
System Accumulator
(125-cubic inch displacement) 800 psi precharge
SA
Counterbalance Accumulator
CB
Time-Delay Accumulator
C4
Bleed the accumulator if the pressure is higher, or add

nitrogen if the pressure is lower than specified above.
Procedure
Disconnect the hydraulic lines to the
accumulators and drain them of all hydraulic
fluid.
With the hydraulic system shut down, and
the counterbalance mode valve in the shut
down position, test the hydraulic pressure at
CB, SA and C4 on the hydraulic manifold,
mounted to the transmission housing. Verify
that all three points measure 0 psi.
Note that there is a time delay in pressure

decay on port C4.
Counterbalance
Accumulator
Upper IBOP
Time- Delay
Accumulator
Test the precharge pressure on the following

three nitrogen filled accumulators, using part
number 114446-1.
Varco Part Number

114446-1
Hydraulic
Manifold
(Reference)
System
Accumulator
Front
Rear
8-14
Varco Systems
Hydraulic System
Inspection
IBOP timing circuit
IBOP Actuator Cylinder
2.500" Dia. Bore X 4.00" Stroke
1.750" Dia. Rod
Open
Test Point Typical
Close
Hydraulic Cylinder
CR
LODC
30 PSI
CXCD
Time-Delay
Accumulator
T-13A
Logic Cartridge
30 Cubic Inches
800 PSI Precharge
3
50 PSI
CP
VR
T-11A
Gas Charged
Accumulator
A4
B4
A4
B4
-6
-6
IBOP Close Solenoid

(Solenoid Valve 4)
Double Solenoid Valve
-6
-6
(Small)
IBOP Close
Cable ID
Number
SV4
A4
B4
-6
-6
-6
C04
C4
Manifold Assembly
.055
D03
500 PSI
CV4
Flow Control
Valve
D4
1
T-11A
3
T-11A
.010
2
PC4
System
Pressure
TDS-11SA
Tank
8-15
Hydraulic System
Inspection
IBOP and oil pressure switch
Hoses
Inspect for wear
or damage.
Replace yearly
or as required.
Yearly
IBOP Pressure Switch

Configuration
Oil Pressure Switch

Configuration
Pressure
Adjusting Screw
Yearly
Switch Pressure Settings

Component
Setting
IBOP Pressure Switch
Factory preset at 102.0 BAR (1500 psi) rising

+0
Factory preset at 18.0 -1.0 psi decreasing
Wires
Inspect for wear
or lose connections.
8
Oil Pressure Switch
8-16
Varco Systems
Hydraulic System
Setting up the circuits

Hydraulic pumps and unloading circuit
There are two pumps a fixed displacement pump runs the
transmission lubrication system and a variable displacement pump
provides hydraulic flow to the hydraulic system.
Guide Beam
Pump/Motor
Pump Pressure
Compensator
Adjustment Point
8
Variable
Displacement
Pump
TDS-11SA
Fixed
Displacement
Pump
10 HP AC
Pump Motor
8-17
Hydraulic System

pumps
1. Jog-start the electric motor to make sure the direction of
rotation is correct (clockwise when looking into pump shaft/
electric motor fan). Correct as required.
2. Start the electric motor and allow both hydraulic pumps to
circulate oil. Listen for unusual noises that would indicate
cavitation; check for leaks.
3. Locate the tube connecting manifold port PF to the lubrication
motor. Disconnect the tube at the manifold end, cap the tube
and plug the PF port using steel fittings.
4. Set the relief valve RV1 for the variable displacement pump to
a minimum setting, fully counterclockwise, which allows the
hydraulic system to operate without building up pressure.
5. Set the relief valve RV2 to minimum pressure, fully
counterclockwise.
Make sure the variable displacement pump case is filled with clean
hydraulic oil.
6. Connect a gauge to test point PF. Increase the pressure by

adjusting relief valve RV2 clockwise until the pressure
increases to 400 psi at test point PF. Set the jam nut on RV2.
A steel cap is installed over the adjustment screw to
discourage unauthorized adjustment.
While adjusting valves, verify a linear relationship between turning

the adjustment screw and observing the pressure change.
7. Turn off the electric motor. Reconnect the tube between

manifold port PF and the lubrication motor.
8. Connect an ammeter to the electric motor. Note the full-load

amps on the motor nameplate.
9. Restart the hydraulic system electric motor.
10. Set the counterbalance mode valve to the RUN position.
11. Adjust UV1, fully clockwise, to maximum pressure.
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Varco Systems
Hydraulic System

pumps
12. Connect a gauge to test point PV. Note the ammeter reading
while RV1 is at minimum setting.
13. Raise the setting of relief valve RV1 from 0 psi to 1,500 psi at a
steady rate. During the pressure rise, observe the ammeter. The
motor current should rise to a maximum value at 800 psi, then
drop off and begin to rise again. The point where the current
drops is the pump pressure compensator setpoint.
14. Adjust relief valve RV1 to its minimum setting. If maximum motor
current does not occur at 800 psi, adjust the pump pressure
compensator as required.
15. Adjust relief valve RV1 again from 0 psi to 1,500 psi, and back
to 0 psi to verify maximum motor current at 800 psi.
16. Connect a gauge to test point SA, and leave the gauge on PV.
17. Adjust relief valve RV1 to 2,200 psi and secure the jam nut.
18. Install steel cap over the adjustment screw to discourage
unauthorized adjustment.
19. Adjust unloading valve UV1 counterclockwise until the pressure
at PV drops off, then an additional two turns counterclockwise.
The pressure cycles like a sawtooth wave.
Pressure at PV
3000
Pressure at SA
2000
Pressure 1700
(psi)
1000
800
150
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
Approximate Time
(seconds)
TDS-11SA
8-19
Hydraulic System

pumps
20. Observe the unloaded pressure at PV (about 0 psi) while SA
reads about 2,000 psi. The pressure at SA decays until UV1
reloads. After reloading, the pressure rapidly rises to the unload
pressure.
21. Observe several unload-reload cycles to determine the unload
pressure.
22. Adjust the setting of UV1 as required to a 2,000 psi unload
pressure.
Perform the adjustment with reasonable speed. The process

takes no longer than two minutes. Taking longer increases the
temperature of the hydraulic fluid.
23. Observe the cycle of loading and unloading of the relief valve.
To verify the setting of UV1, note the difference in pump noise
level between the loaded and unloaded condition.
RV1
RV2
CB6
CV5
CA6
CV4
A2
LB6
B2
CDR
CV1
PC1
LC5
LA6
RV2
RV1
PCC
T1
T1
C5
B1
B2
A2
Manifold
Side View
Manifold
Bottom View
B6
A6
Z1
DR
TF
B5
B5
B4
C5
B9
TR
T1
SV5
SV2
B4
E6
G6
E5
SV1
B1
SV9
CV2
PV
P5
C4
B8
PF
RIG-UP
MV
SHUTDOWN
PV
DF
P/N 0181
PF
RUN
SV4
COUNTERB NCE MODE
G5
PF
8-20
Varco Systems
Hydraulic System

pumps
Manifold Assembly
UV1
2200 PSI
T-10A
RV2
T-11A
1
Z1
1
400 PSI
2
RV1
PV
PF
800 PSIG
Pump-Motor
Assembly
B
1.00 IN^ 3/REV.
L
1.10 IN^ 3/REV. MAX.

.50 IN^ 3/REV. MIN.
L1
TDS-11SA
8-21
Hydraulic System

Counterbalance circuit and stand-jump circuit
1. For the counterbalance circuit there are three adjustments:
Relief valve (on counterbalance cylinder)
PCC operator set
SJR operator set
2. To set the relief valve, make sure the pumps are operating.
3. Adjust pressure reducing valve PCC to the maximum setting,
fully clockwise.
4. Connect a gauge to test port CB.
5. Adjust the cylinder-mounted relief valve to mid-scale to lower
the pressure setting.
6. Increase the pressure clockwise using a 5/32 in. Allen wrench
and 9/16 in. open-end wrench.
7. Observe the relationship of turning the relief valve adjustment
clockwise to pressure increase.
8. When the relief valve reaches system pressure, turn the
setting one full turn clockwise beyond the setting and set the
jam nut.
9. Install a steel cover over the valve.
10. Adjust PCC to 1,200 psi.
11. Measure pressure at test port CB.
12. Prepare the hardware to attach the cylinder pear links to the
hook.
13. Rotate the counterbalance mode valve from the RUN position
to RIG-UP position. This causes the counterbalance cylinders
to slowly extend.
Cylinders stroke to the end of stroke with the mode valve in

the RUN position.
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Varco Systems
Hydraulic System

14. Once cylinders reach end of stroke, attach hardware to the pear
links on the hook.
15. Rotate the counterbalance mode valve back to the RUN
position.
16. Adjust PCC counterclockwise to raise the pressure at test port
CB until the rail just begins to lift off of the hook.
17. Reduce the pressure slowly (25 psi) to allow the pressure to
stabilize.
18. Rotate the counterbalance mode valve to the SHUTDOWN
position to bleed down counterbalance cylinders and system
accumulator before shipping or performing maintenance.
19. Adjust pressure reducing valve PCC counterclockwise until the
bail rests on the hook. Note the pressure at CB.
20. Reduce PCC an additional 25 psi. The pressure at CB is about
1,600 psi.
21. Connect a gauge to test point B9. Activate the STAND JUMP
mode on the drilling console. Adjust relief valve SJR until the
bail lifts off the hook. The gauge at B9 should read about 190
psi.
22. Switch back to DRILL counterbalance mode and observe the
pressure at test point CB.
23. Switch back to STAND JUMP mode and observe the pressure
CB increase by 190 psi.
TDS-11SA
8-23
Hydraulic System

PCC
CB6
CV5
CA6
CV4
A2
LB6
B2
CDR
CV1
PC1
LC5
LA6
RV2
RV1
PCC
T1
T1
C5
B1
B2
A2
Manifold
Side View
B6
A6
Z1
DR
Manifold
Bottom View
TF
B5
B5
B4
C5
Manifold
End View
B9
SA
CTR
TR
T1
SV5
SV2
B4
E6
G6
E5
SV1
B1
SV9
CV2
PV
C4
PF
UV1
RIG-UP
MV
1
XC
SHUTDOWN
PV
P/N 0181
PF
COUNTERB NCE MODE
SV4
RUN
G5
DF
SA
CB
P5
B8
CB
8-24
Varco Systems
Hydraulic System

Pressure
Relief Valve
2500 PSI
T-3A
-4
OR1
ZC
2
CP
OR2
.075
CP
-12
CP
-12
.075
75 PSI
1
2
75 PSI
1
2
T-13A
T-13A
CV1
Counterbalance Cylinders
2.000" Dia. Rod
-12
CV2
T
-12
.010
Counterbalance
Accumulator
Normally-Open
Logic Cartridge
Metering
728 Cubic Inches

900 PSI Precharge
-16
5 PSI
-6
90 PSI
XC
Prefill
Valve
25mm
Cable ID
Number
.047
Stand
Jump
Counterbalance Mode
Rig-up
Stand Jump Solenoid

(Solenoid Valve 9)
2 Position
Valve
Shut-down
Run
A
b
C09
3 Position
Valve with
Detent
D03
-6
MV
.055
CB
Manifold Assembly
SV9
D03
XC
CV3
75 PSI
T-21A
CB
Test
Port
B9
B9
1
4
3
CDF
4 PSI
DF
2
T-10A
System
Accumulator
SA
TDS-11SA
2
2
TF
PCC
T-21A
DF
126 Cubic Inches

800 PSI Precharge
1600 PSI
T-13A
T-5A
30 PSI
Pressure
Relief
Valve
1
SJR
2
190 PSI
System Pressure
CTF
To Tank
8-25
Hydraulic System

AC motor brake circuit
The AC drilling motor brakes are spring released and hydraulic
pressure applied at 1,400 psi. The pressure reducing valve
regulates the pressure to 1,400 psi. The solenoid valve operates to
apply pressure, setting the brakes, or stop pressure to release the
brakes.
To test the system, turn the auto brakes switch on the drillers
console to the ON position. Attach a pressure gauge to B1 in the
manifold. The pressure reading should be 1,400 psi. If the reading
is not 1,400 psi, adjust the pressure control reducing valve PC 1 to
1,400. Turn the auto brakes switch to the OFF position. The
pressure reading should be very low. If the pressure is high, the
solenoid valve might be sticking.
RV2
CB6
CV5
CA6
CV4
A2
LB6
B2
CDR
CV1
PC1
LC5
LA6
RV2
RV1
PCC
T1
T1
C5
B1
B2
A2
Manifold
Side View
Manifold
Bottom View
B6
A6
Z1
DR
TF
B5
B5
B4
C5
B9
TR
T1
SV5
SV2
B4
E6
G6
E5
SV1
B1
SV9
CV2
PV
P5
C4
B8
PF
RIG-UP
PV
MV
SHUTDOWN
DF
P/N 0181
PF
COUNTERB NCE MODE
SV4
RUN
G5
B1
8-26
Varco Systems
Hydraulic System

Shot pin circuit
1. Set the adjustable relief valve near the body of the cylinder.
The shot pin often misses the hole in the rotating gear. The
force the shot pin exerts is limited until the pin engages a
hole.
The electrical system jogs the rotating head until the pin engages a
hole.
2. To limit the amount of force, you set the valve by operating

solenoid valve SV5 manually, forcing the pin to stop on the
face of the gear.
3. When the pin stalls out, measure the pressure at B5. Set the
relief valve pressure to 200 psi.
4. Tighten the jam nut on the relief valve.
5. At rest, the SV5 valve is de-energized.
6. Test the pressure at C5. Adjust reducing valve AR5 to 500 psi.
Hydraulic
Drive Motor
SV5
C5
Link Adapter
Rotation Gear
Hydraulic Manifold
(As Viewed from Below)
Shot Pin
(Simplified for Clarity)
TDS-11SA
8-27
Hydraulic System

Drive Motor and
Shot Pin Assembly
10 HP AC Motor
and Pump Assembly
Hydraulic
Drive Motor
Motor
Relief Valve
Rotating
Link
Adapter
B5
Shot Pin
Relief Valve
A
B
Motor
Relief Valve
C5
Link Adapter
Rotation Gear
A5
Shot Pin
8-28
Varco Systems
Hydraulic System

Link tilt cylinder circuit
1. There is nothing to adjust on the manifold for the link tilt
circuit.
2. Adjust the four load holding valves in pairs the upper pair
and lower pair. Adjust all four counterbalance valves fully
clockwise, then one turn counterclockwise.
If the valves are not adjusted correctly, link tilt operation is not
synchronized.
3. The correct pressure setting is 1,500 psi. The procedure is the

same for all four valves. Adjust the valves one at a time.
4. There is a test point on each loading manifold.
5. From the drillers console, move the link tilt to go to the
mousehole position.
6. The cylinder goes to full extension and the pressure at the test
port TP is 2,000 psi.
7. Command the link tilt to the OFF position and observe the
pressure delay at TP. This delayed pressure is the setpoint of
the counterbalance valve.
8. Raise the valve setpoint by turning the adjusting screw 1/4
turn counterclockwise.
9. Repeat steps 6 and 7 until the decayed pressure is 1,500 psi.
This is an iterative process. Continue to set the drillers console

control to the mousehole position and OFF, taking present and
decayed pressure readings.
Turning the counterbalance valve counterclockwise increases

the pressure.
10. Repeat the procedure above for the other cylinder at the
mousehole position.
11. Command the link tilt to the DRILL position and repeat the
procedure above to set both counterbalance valves on the
DRILL side.
TDS-11SA
8-29
Hydraulic System

Rotating link adapter hydraulic motor relief circuit
1. Set the relief valves mounted on rotation motor.
2. Operate the clamp. The shot pin must go through the hole,
which locks up the gear.
3. Turn the manual override on the SV2-rotation circuit to drive the
head in the counterclockwise direction. Test the pressure at A
and adjust the relief valve to 1,600 psi.
4. Turn the manual override on the SV2-rotation circuit to drive the
rotating head in the clockwise direction and test the pressure at
B. Adjust the relief valve to 1,600 psi.
Hydraulic
Drive Motor
Relief
Valves
Manifold
Link Adapter
Rotation Gear
Test
Points
8-30
Varco Systems
Hydraulic System
Troubleshooting
HPU and reservoir bladder
Problem
Probable cause
Remedy
Hydraulic system
overheating
Relief valves RV1 and RV2 out of adjustment.
Test pressures and adjust relief valves.
Unloading valve is not working.
Test and adjust UV1 or replace unloading valve.
Counterbalance mode valve left in shut down

position too long and pressure bleeds down.
Check system pressure.
No precharge in system accumulator.
Charge system accumulator.
System pressure is down.
Test pumps and motors. Test relief valve

pressures. Adjust as required. Check for leaks,
loose fittings, loose cylinders, worn hoses,
fluid levels and seals.
Piston pump is not working.
Replace the piston pump.
Flexible coupling is damaged.
Replace the flexible coupling.
Lubrication pump is not working.
Replace the lubrication pump.
Pressure at UV1 is too low.
Adjust pressure at UV1.
Pumps are rotating in the wrong direction.
Inspect hydraulic connections and

correct rotation.
Suction valve closed.
Open suction valve.
Low oil level in reservoir.
Fill hydraulic reservoir.
Hydraulic components
do not operate.
TDS-11SA
8-31
Hydraulic System
Troubleshooting
HPU and reservoir bladder schematic diagram
PV
PF
TR
DR
Manifold Assembly
Hydraulic Fill
Disconnect
System
Pressure
6m
50 PSID
Prefill Valve
-12
Pressure
Compensator
Control
Filter with
Bypass
Valve
T -16
800 PSIG
-6
XC
B
1.00 In^ 3/Rev.
L
1.10 In^ 3/Rev. Max.
.50 In^ 3/Rev. Min.
M
10 HP
1800 RPM
S
Variable
Displacement
Pump
L1
Filter
(Strainer)
4 PSI
Vent
Fixed
Displacement
Pump
Reservoir Assembly
8-32
Varco Systems
Hydraulic System
Troubleshooting
Counterbalance and stand jump
The accumulator, with precharge pressure of 900 psi, along with
check valve CV3, maintains a hydraulic pressure. Refer to the
vendor documentation material located in the Vendor
Documentation Package, for the gas charging procedure for the
accumulator.
A three-position manually operated valve controls counterbalance
operation for rig-up, run, and shut down modes. In the rig-up mode,
system pressure is applied to XC and the prefill valve, causing both
cylinders to extend. When the cylinders extend, you make up the
mechanical connection to the bail. In the run mode, for
counterbalance operation, approximately 1,600 psi is needed at the
counterbalance cylinders to lift the TDS-11SA off the hook.
The optional stand jump feature is controlled by solenoid valve
SV9. With the counterbalance in the run mode and the stand jump
switch on, additional pressure of approximately 300 psi is applied
to over the normal counterbalance pressure to lift the TDS-11SA
and drill string off the hook.
In the shutdown mode, the hydraulic system bleeds down the
system accumulator and the counterbalance accumulator pressure.
Counterbalance testing
For the counterbalance operation, a lift of approximately 30,000 lb
is achieved with a pressure of 1600 psi at CB. Perform the
following steps to adjust the force:
1. Set the counterbalance mode valve on the bottom of the
manifold to the RUN mode. Set the pressure control valve
PCC to the minimum setting (fully counterclockwise).
2. Test the pressure at port B9. There should be a 0 psi reading.
3. Test the pressure at port CB. Observe the position of the top
drive on the hook.
4. Adjust the pressure at pressure control valve PCC clockwise,
observing pressure at CB, until the top drive just lifts off the
hook. Back off the pressure 25 psi, as the top drive rests on
the hook.
TDS-11SA
8-33
Hydraulic System
Troubleshooting
Stand jump testing
For the optional stand jump feature, a lift of about 33,000 lb is
achieved with a pressure of approximately 1800 psi at CB. The
additional 300 psi pressure over the normal counterbalance
pressure is provided by energizing the stand jump solenoid valve
SV9. Perform the following steps to adjust the pressure:
1. Set the counterbalance mode switch to RUN and engage the
stand jump switch. Test the pressure at port CB and B9. Adjust
relief valve SJR fully counterclockwise to the minimum setting.
2. Slowly increase the pressure at CB by adjusting relief valve SJR
clockwise until the bail lifts off the hook with a stand of pipe in
the elevator.
Adjust relief valve SJR slowly to allow pressure at CB to stabilize.
8-34
Varco Systems
Hydraulic System
Troubleshooting
Problem
Probable cause
Remedy
Counterbalance does not

function.
Cylinder damaged. Seal leaks.
Inspect cylinder and repair or replace seal.
No hydraulic pressure.
Test pressure and ajust pressure reducing valve.
Solenoid valve SV9 is not operating.
Test electrical and hydraulic operation.

Replace or repair as applicable.
PCC is not operating.
Replace the valve.
Relief valve is not operating.
Replace the valve.
Precharge on the accumulator is low.
Charge the accumulator.
Cylinder damaged. Seal leaks.
Inspect cylinder and repair or replace seal.
No hydraulic pressure.
Test pressure and adjust pressure

reducing valve.
Solenoid valve SV9 is not operating.
Test electrical and hydraulic operation.

Replace or repair as applicable.
PCC is not operating.
Replace the valve.
Relief valve is not operating.
Replace the valve.
Precharge on the accumulator is low.
Charge the accumulator.
Stand jump does not

function.
TDS-11SA
8-35
Hydraulic System
Troubleshooting
Counterbalance and stand jump schematic diagram
Pressure
Relief Valve
2500 PSI
T-3A
-4
OR1
ZC
2
CP
OR2
.075
CP
-12
CP
-12
.075
75 PSI
1
2
75 PSI
1
2
T-13A
T-13A
CV1
Counterbalance Cylinders
2.000" Dia. Rod
-12
CV2
T
-12
T
.010
Counterbalance
Accumulator
Normally-Open
Logic Cartridge
Metering
728 Cubic Inches

900 PSI Precharge
-16
5 PSI
-6
90 PSI
XC
Prefill
Valve
25mm
Cable ID
Number
.047
Stand
Jump
Counterbalance Mode
Rig-up
Stand Jump Solenoid

(Solenoid Valve 9)
2 Position
Valve
Shut-down
Run
A
b
C09
3 Position
Valve with
Detent
D03
-6
MV
.055
CB
Manifold Assembly
SV9
D03
XC
CV3
75 PSI
T-21A
CB
Test
Port
B9
B9
1
4
3
CDF
4 PSI
DF
2
T-10A
System
Accumulator
SA
8-36
2
2
TF
PCC
T-21A
DF
126 Cubic Inches

800 PSI Precharge
1600 PSI
T-13A
T-5A
30 PSI
Pressure
Relief
Valve
1
SJR
2
190 PSI
System Pressure
CTF
To Tank
Varco Systems
Hydraulic System
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting the brakes
Problem
Probable cause
Remedy
Brake does not release.
Directional valve is stuck.
Test the valve and replace if necessary.
Brake releases but still drags.
Check valve is blocked or tube is pinched.
Replace the check valve or tube as required.
Mechanical problems with brakes.
Repair brake mechanism.
Hydraulic oil on brake pads.
Check for hydraulic leaks and repair.
Pressure is not 1,400 psi or does not rise

crisply to 1,400 psi.
Reducing valve is plugged or needs to be

adjusted or replaced.
Directional valve is stuck

(check pressure at B1).
Replace valve or check electrical signal.
Hydraulic oil is contaminated.
Replace hydraulic oil.
Pressured reducing valve is faulty.
Replace valve.
Brakes do not engage or slip.
Delay in brakes actuating

after console switch is
turned on.
TDS-11SA
8-37
Hydraulic System
Brake circuit schematic diagram

Brake Calipers
2 Position
Solenoid Valve
Brakes On
Cable ID
Number
-4
C01
B1
SV1
.071
Manifold Assembly
D03
Non-Adjustable
Orifice
P1
Test Point
1400 PSI
PC1
Reducing
Valve
T-11A
System
Pressure
8-38
Tank
Drain
Varco Systems
Hydraulic System
Troubleshooting
Shot pin cylinder and clamp cylinder
Problem
Probable cause
Remedy
Shot pin does not engage.
Solenoid valve is not operating or relief valve

is not adjusted.
Check electrical actuation and test pressure.

Adjust as required.
Abnormal pressure change at B5 and C5

indicates valve problem.
Replace directional control valve.
Normal pressure change indicates plumbing

or shot pin cylinder are faulty.
Repair plumbing or shot pin cylinder.
Shot pin applies

excessive force to
rotating head gear.
Relief valve is not operating or

out of adjustment.
Test pressures and adjust as required.
Clamp cylinder does

not actuate.
No pressure or reduced pressure at the cylinder. Test pressures and adjust and repair as required.
Shot pin engages

but clamp cylinder
does not activate.
Cylinder is damaged.
Inspect cylinder and repair or replace.
To provide high pressure to the clamp circuit,

pressure at C5 must be 2,000 psi and G5 must
be less than 100 psi. If this condition is met,
pressure at CP should increase from less than
100 psi to higher than 2,000 psi. If not, check
the plumbing, rotating link adapter, and
clamp cylinder.
Repair plumbing, rotating head, or clamp cylinder.
While clamping, pressure at CR should be

2.7 times the pressure at CP. When the dies
contact the pipe, pressure at CR should be
less than 100 psi. If the pressure does not
fade, check valve CNEC for contamination.
Clean or repair CNEC valve.
Control valve not operating.
Check pressure at C5. Replace valve CV5

if required or the regenerate manifold.
TDS-11SA
8-39
Hydraulic System
Troubleshooting
Shot pin cylinder and clamp cylinder schematic diagram
Clamp Cylinder
8.000" Dia. Rod
Hydraulic Cylinder
Cavity Plug
CP
CR
Pilot-to-Close
Check Valve
3
T-2A
CKEB
30 PSID
2
1
CNEC
Shot-Pin Cylinder

1.500" Dia. Rod
Relief Valve
T-2A
1 T-5A
COFA
.047
Shot Pin
Cylinder
400 PSI
30 PSID
2x .094
VR
VP
1
2 Position
Solenoid
Valve 5
Clamp/Shot Pin
Non-Adjustable
Flow Control
Cable ID
Number
A5
.159
SV5
D03
E5
G5
E5
G5
-8
G5
.039
B5
.031
C5
AR5
2
Pressure
Reducing
Valve
1
LC5
T-11A
.031
50 PSI
3
Logic
Cartridge
Rotating Link
Adapter Assembly
-6
-6
C05
E5
-8
Clamp
-8
-8
T-10A
B5 C5
.031
500 PSI
T-11A
T-21A
CV5
Externally-Drained
Pilot-to-Open
Valve
4 75 PSI
P5
Drain
T-11A
System Pressure
PC5
Tank
Drain
System Pressure
Tank
T1
8-40
T1
D5
Manifold Assembly
Varco Systems
Hydraulic System
Troubleshooting
Link tilt cylinders
Problem
Probable cause
Remedy
Drill pipe elevator does

not reach mouse hole/
derrickman position.
Link clamp incorrectly adjusted.
Readjust
Links drift when

valve is released.
Pressure at B8 does not decay to

less than 100 psi.
Replace the pilot to open check valve.
Pilot to open check valve is stuck open

or contaminated.
Replace the pilot to open check valve.
Faulty cylinder seal.
Replace the seal.
Load holding relief valves are out of

adjustment, stuck open, or contaminated.
Adjust or replace the load holding relief valve.
Drill pipe elevator

does not float back
to center position.
Use manual override. If the link tilts, the

problem is electrical. If the links do not tilt,
the problem is hydraulic.
Test the solenoid and connectors.

Test the hydraulic system.
Link tilt does not tilt.
Solenoid valve is not shifting.
Check electrical continuity.
Links do not move

together.
Load holding valves are out of adjustment.
Adjust the pressure for all four valves

to 1,500 psi.
TDS-11SA
8-41
Hydraulic System
Troubleshooting
Link tilt cylinders schematic diagram
Link Tilt Cylinder
1.380" Dia. Rod
Mousehole
Drill Down
C1
C1
1500 PSI
CV1
T-11A
1
X1
C2
CV2
T-11A 3
X2
3
2
C2
T-11A
CB2
C2
1500 PSI
T-11A
CB1
C1
V1
V2
Link Tilt
"Tilt" Solenoid
(Solenoid Valve 6)
Link Tilt
"Drill Down" Solenoid
(Solenoid Valve 6)
SV8
Logic
Cartridge
D03
B8
LA6 T-11A
1
50 PSI 2
3
A6
C07
Drill Down P
-8
-6
b
C08
Link Tilt
E6 .031
.071
SV6
D03 .031
75 PSI
.031
B6
.031
Logic
Cartridge
a
C06
M'hole
-8
Link-Tilt Float
X -8
X -8
G6
-8 X
-8
Rotating Link
Adapter Assembly
Link Tilt
"Float" Solenoid
(Solenoid Valve 8)
CA6
T-21A
.031
G6
T-11A
1
50 PSI 2
LB6
.071
4
1
CB6 75 PSI
T-21A
Pressure
Tank
Manifold Assembly
X
D1
A8
8-42
-8 X
E6
G6
-8
B8
-8
E6
Cable ID
Number
-8
-8
G6
-8
-8
E6
-6
B8
-6
B8
V2
V1
FL
Varco Systems
Hydraulic System
Troubleshooting
Gearbox lubrication hydraulic system
Problem
Probable cause
Remedy
Oil leaking from lower seal. Worn oil seals.
Replace seals.
Oil leaking from upper

bearing retainer.
Worn oil seals.
Replace seals.
Gearbox oil temperature

(less than 230F).
Oil level too low or too high.
Adjust oil level to middle of sight glass.
Incorrect lubricant used.
Check recommended lubricants chart

and replace as needed.
Damaged gears or bearings.
Repair or replace as needed.
Oil level is too low. Oil overheated.
Add oil.
Oil pressure switch is out of adjustment.
Adjust per page 8-16.
Gear spray nozzle missing.
Replace spray nozzle.
Excessive oil viscosity.
Lower oil viscosity.
Faulty motor. Intermittent operation.
Replace motor.
Oil pump hydraulic motor failure.
Replace motor.
Broken lube pump adapter plate spline.
Replace adapter plate spline.
Faulty fixed displacement pump.
Check pressure at PF.

Replace pump if pressure is low.
Low hydraulic fluid in reservoir.
Add hydraulic fluid.
Suction valve closed on fixed displacement pump.
Open suction valve.
Missing inspection plugs.
Replace inspection plugs.
Upper gearbox seals worn.
Replace seals.
Water in oil.
Replace oil.
Excessively viscous oil. Cold oil.
Lower oil viscosity.
Worn gears or damaged bearings.
Replace gears or bearings.
Damaged oil pump.
Replace oil pump.
Foreign particles blocking orifice or nozzle.
Clean orifice or nozzle.
Oil pump loss alarm is on.
Water/mud in oil.
Excessive foaming.
Metal in oil.
Restricted oil flow.
TDS-11SA
8-43
Hydraulic System
Troubleshooting
Gearbox lubrication hydraulic system schematic
diagram
Pressure
Switch
S04
Spray
Nozzles (4)
Orifices (6)
18 PSI
Decreasing
-16
1.0
GPM
Ea.
1.5
GPM
Ea.
Upper
Compound
Gear
Lower
Compound
Gear
.205
.062
Upper
Mainshaft
Bearing
.047 .047
.059 .059
Lower
Radial/Main
Thrust
Bearings
Upper
Compound
Bearing
L4
Lower
Compound
Bearing
Lube-Oil
Filter
Lube Pump
60m
5.10 In.^ 3/Rev.

L1 -16
Lube-Oil Pump
-10
A
-10
Tank
3.0 In.^ 3/Rev.

Lube Pump Motor
Hydraulic
Motor
Hydraulic
Heat Exchanger
Tank
T-10A
RV2
400 PSI
Manifold
PF
1.00 IN^ 3/REV.
8
Part of
Pump Motor
Assembly
8-44
Reservoir
Assembly
Varco Systems
Hydraulic System
Troubleshooting
Problem
Probable cause
Remedy
Tool does not rotate.
Direct control valve or relief valve is sticking.
Inspect, repair or replace the valve.
When you override a directional valve, you

bypass the safety interlock and top drive
components move, possibly causing serious
injury or death.
Tool does not return

to home position.
Links are not

synchronized.
Solenoid valve is not electrically operating.
Check electrical connections and valve functions.
Motor is worn out or gear teeth are broken.
Replace the motor.
Shot pin is engaged.
Adjust the relief valve.
Mechanical interference.
Inspect and repair.
Directional valve does not shift.
Test pressure left and right. Replace the valve.
Fixed valve orifice is plugged.
Clear orifice or replace the valve.
Hydraulic lines are damaged.
Replace hydraulic lines.
Valve is sticking or relief valve is

out of adjustment.
Test pressures and inspect valves.

Adjust the relief valve as required.
Sensor is broken.
Replace sensor.
If the motor will drive normally, but not drive

to the home position, the cause could be
the control system.
Checkout control system.
Counterbalance valves are out of adjustment.
Adjust valves together-pressure is the same

for all four valves.
TDS-11SA
8-45
Hydraulic System
Troubleshooting
Rotating link adapter motor schematic diagram
Rotating Head Motor
Fixed
Displacement
Motor
2
T-10A
Pressure
Relief Valves
1600 PSI
1600 PSI
T-10A
Rotate Left
Solenoid
Rotate Right
Solenoid
Rotating Head
Cable ID
Number
Cable ID
Number
C03
C02
P
-6
Right
-6
Left
A2
SV2
.071
Non-Adjustable
Orifice
8-46
B2
D03
Pressure
Tank
Manifold
Assembly
3 Position
Solenoid Valve
Varco Systems
Hydraulic System
Troubleshooting
IBOP actuator schematic diagram
IBOP Actuator Cylinder
1.750" Dia. Rod
Open
Test Point Typical
Close
Hydraulic Cylinder
CR
LODC
30 PSI
CXCD
Time-Delay
Accumulator
T-13A
Logic Cartridge
30 Cubic Inches
800 PSI Precharge
3
50 PSI
CP
VR
T-11A
Gas Charged
Accumulator
A4
B4
A4
B4
-6
-6
IBOP Close Solenoid

(Solenoid Valve 4)
Double Solenoid Valve
-6
-6
(Small)
IBOP Close
Cable ID
Number
SV4
A4
B4
-6
-6
-6
C04
C4
Manifold Assembly
.055
D03
500 PSI
CV4
Flow Control
Valve
D4
1
T-11A
3
T-11A
.010
2
PC4
System
Pressure
TDS-11SA
Tank
8-47
Hydraulic System
Hydraulic schematic symbols

The following hydraulic troubleshooting section provides a
schematic diagram and description for each TDS-11SA hydraulic
circuit. Following each schematic is a group of troubleshooting
charts to help you quickly locate and correct hydraulic system
problems.
When performing hydraulic troubleshooting, be aware that:
The electrical control system can be bypassed for
troubleshooting by manually overriding the solenoid valve for
each operational system.
Alert all personnel near the top drive before overriding

a solenoid valve. When you override a solenoid valve,
you bypass the safety interlock and top drive
components will move possibly causing serious injury
or death.
Test points shown in the hydraulic schematic with a box (e.g.,
A4) can be found on the manifold under the main body. There
are also test points on the rotating link adapter motor.
The system is preadjusted. Hydraulic problems are usually
related to faulty valves, contamination, or other damage to the
system rather than misadjustments. Changes to adjustments
should be made only after all other possible causes have been
eliminated.
8-48
Varco Systems
Hydraulic System

Description
Symbol
Schematic Reference
2 Position 4 Way Valves

(Single Solenoid)
Solenoid
Operated
Valves
SV1, SV4, SV5, SV8, SV9

33-1
3 Position 4 Way Valves

(Double Solenoid)
SV2, SV6
33-2
Manual
Valve
(Rotary)
MV
3 Position 4 Way Valve

33-3
Fixed Displacement
33-4
Pumps
Variable Displacement
33-5
RV2, A2R, B2R, SJR
Standard Valve
33-6
Pressure
Relief
Valves
Ventable Relief Valve
RV1
33-7
UV1
Differential Unloading Valve

33-8
Pressure Reducing Valve
PC1, PC4
33-9
PCC
Pressure Reducing/Relieving Valve
33-10
Chack Valve
33-11
TDS-11SA
CDF, CTF, CV2, CTR,

CDR, CXCD
Prefill valve assembly
CV1, CV2
8-49
Hydraulic System

Description
Symbol
Schematic Reference
CKCB (Link Tilt)
Pilot-To-Open
Check
Valves
33-12
CA6, CB6, CV3, CV4

(Clamp Body)
Pilot-To-Close
33-13
1
3
PC5
Cavity Plug
2
33-14
Internal Plug
33-15
CV1
Non Adjustable Flow Control Valves

33-16
Non Adjustable Orifice
Diameter in inches
33-17
CBCA (Link Tilt Circuit)
3 Port (Internal Drain)

Counterbalance
Valves
33-18
4 Port (External Drain)
CWCK (Link Tilt Circuit)

33-19
Standard Cartridge
Logic
Cartridge
LA6, LB6, LC5, LODC

33-20
With Metering
See Prefill Assembly

33-21
Quick Disconnect Coupling

33-22
8-50
Varco Systems
Hydraulic System

Description
Symbol
Schematic Reference
See Lube Oil Circuit
Non Bypass Filter

33-23
Filter with Bypass
See Return Circuit

33-24
Manual Shutoff Valve

33-25
Lube Oil Circuit
Thermostat
33-26
Pressure Switch
Lube Oil Circuit

33-27
Hydraulic Circuit
(Inside Brake Housing)
Heat Exchanger
33-28
Pressure Compensator Control
Part of the Pump

33-29
Hydro-Pneumatic Accumulator
33-30
Hydraulic Motor (Bi-Directional)

33-31
Hydraulic Cylinder
33-32
Tank (Reservoir)
33-33
Test Point
33-34
TDS-11SA
8-51
Hydraulic System
8-52
Varco Systems

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TDS-11SA

Guide Beams and Carriage

Guide Beams and Carriage

Provides additional information on procedures involving little or no risk of

Alerts the reader to procedures involving a risk of equipment damage.

Warns the reader of procedures involving a definite risk of injury to

Overall equipment safety requirements

To avoid injury to personnel or equipment damage, carefully observe the

During installation, operation, maintenance, or repair of this equipment,

Systems safety practices

Before installing or performing maintenance or repairs on the equipment,

Electrical systems and components

All electrical wiring, junction boxes, sensors, glands, and related

Hydraulic fluids can be extremely hot and under high pressure.

Pneumatic systems and components

Some of the Varco equipment travels either horizontally, vertically on

Keep the working envelope/zone of the equipment free from personnel.

When replacing components

During disassembly and reassembly of any equipment, verify all

Equipment must be maintained on a regular basis. See the body of the

Failure to conduct regular maintenance can result in a hazard,

Visibility of equipment operation

Clear, unobstructed visibility of all equipment functions is critical to safe

Varco equipment is designed for specific functions and applications and

Do not hoist personnel using this equipment.

Varco Service Centers

How to use this manual ...................................... 1-2

Lifting points ....................................................... 1-4

Basic useage ...................................................... 1-7

TDS-11SA consumables ..................................... 1-10

How to use this manual

Notes, Cautions and Warnings

Gives helpful information.

Indicates a possibility of personal injury or equipment damage if instructions

(Warning) Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or loss of life if

Trace code identifies the

SALES ORDER NO.

Bolts Lubricated with

Bolts Lubricated with

Coarse Thread Series, UNC

Fine Thread Series, UNF

T.S. = 120,000 psi to 1" dia. Proof Strength = 85,000 psi

Latch drill pipe

Release link tilt

Set slips on string

Tilt link tilt to

Lower block, stab

See page 7-14

See page 7-15

See page 7-15

Flippers, Stabbing Guide

See page 7-15

See page 6-11

Wash Pipe (Tungsten Coated)