SS6100 Wellhead Data Recorder Operation Manual: 5-Apr-11 10018774 (Rev J)
SS6100 Wellhead Data Recorder Operation Manual: 5-Apr-11 10018774 (Rev J)
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Notices
• A caution notice denotes a hazard. It calls attention to an operating
procedure, practice, or the like that, if not correctly performed or
adhered to, could result in damage to the product or loss of important
data. Do not proceed beyond a caution notice, until the indicated
conditions are understood and met.
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1 Introduction
The SS6100 Wellhead Data Recorder is designed to be a flexible and cost effective solution for
monitoring wellhead pressure and temperature. It uses individually replaceable pressure and
temperature sensors that allow for multiple configurations and simplify installation. It is
powered by a field replaceable Lithium battery pack, which can supply power for more than a
year. Setting parameters and retrieving data is easily accomplished with a PC and a USB cable.
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2 Charging and Replacing Battery Packs
Charging a Battery Pack
• Observe all cautions labeled on the battery pack.
• Do NOT charge a battery pack in a hazardous location.
• Do NOT charge a non-Spartek battery pack with the SS6120 Battery
Charger.
• Do NOT remove a battery pack from the charger until the
COMPLETED light illuminates. Removing a battery pack before the
charge is complete will leave it in an unknown state (0% charge).
• Do NOT connect a non-rechargeable battery pack to the SS6120
Battery Charger.
Note: The state of a new battery pack is unknown. Fully charge new batteries before using
them.
Tools and Equipment
• Rechargeable Battery Pack
• SS6120 Battery Charger
Step 1
Connect the DC adapter to the Battery Charger
and then to an AC outlet.
Step 3
Wait for the COMPLETE light to illuminate. A
full charge of a battery pack can take as long as
6 hours.
Step 4
Disconnect the battery pack from the Battery
Charger.
Step 5
Disconnect the DC adapter from the AC outlet
and then remove the jack from the Battery
Charger.
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Replacing a Battery Pack
• Observe all cautions labeled on the battery pack.
• Do not replace a battery pack in a hazardous location.
Note: After the battery is removed the main unit clock is no longer valid and must be
re-synchronized using SparGauge software.
Tools and Equipment
• 1/16" Hex key
• A battery pack (rechargeable, or non-rechargeable)
• O-Ring lubricant
• Small flat blade screwdriver
Step 1
The enclosure lid can be mechanically secured
in place by tightening the setscrew on the lid.
Use a 1/16" hex key to loosen the setscrew.
Step 2
Remove the enclosure lid, and move the switch
to the OFF position.
Step 3
Record the orientation of the upper electronics
unit.
Step 5
Unfasten the Velcro strap holding the battery
under the upper electronics unit.
Step 6
Lift the battery out and disconnect it from the
upper electronics unit.
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Step 7
Connect the replacement battery into the upper
electronics unit.
Step 8
Seat the replacement battery in the upper
electronics unit and secure it in place with the
Velcro strap.
Step 9
Orient the upper electronics unit as recorded in
Step 3. Insert it into the enclosure and connect it
to the lower electronics unit.
Step 11
Thread the lid onto the enclosure and fasten it
hand tight.
Step 12 (Optional)
If desired, the enclosure lid can be mechanically
secured in place by tightening the setscrew on
the lid. Use a 1/16" hex key to tighten the
setscrew.
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3 Connecting to a PC
• When in a hazardous location, do not connect the SS6100 Wellhead
Data Recorder to a PC.
Step 1
Start SparGauge software on the computer.
Step 2
The enclosure lid can be mechanically secured
in place by tightening the setscrew on the lid.
Use a 1/16" hex key to loosen the setscrew.
Step 3
Remove the enclosure lid.
Step 5
Connect the USB cable to the computer.
Step 6
Confirm that the USB symbol appears in the
SparGauge software window.
Step 7
Use SparGauge to change configuration settings
or retrieve data.
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Step 8
Disconnect the USB cable from the computer.
Step 9
Disconnect the USB cable from the SS6100.
Step 10
Inspect the enclosure and upper electronics O-
Rings for signs of damage (i.e. cracked,
deformed, etc.). If damage is found, replace
them before continuing. Apply a small amount
of O-Ring lubricant to the enclosure O-Ring.
Step 11
Thread the lid onto the enclosure and fasten it
hand tight.
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4 Replacing Pressure and Temperature Stems
• Killark LUBG-6 must be used on stem and plug threads.
• Ensure that the stem connector is disconnected from the main unit
(see Step 5) before removing stems.
Step 1
The enclosure lid can be mechanically secured
in place by tightening the setscrew on the lid.
Use a 1/16" hex key to loosen the setscrew.
Step 2
Remove the enclosure lid.
Step 4
Lift up and remove the upper electronics unit.
Step 5
Disconnect the connector from the lower
electronics.
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Step 6
! If removing a stem, use a spanner wrench to
remove the stem from the main housing.
Note: While removing the stem from the
main housing, ensure that both the
connector and the cable turn freely
along with the stem.
OR
! If removing a NPT plug, use a 5/16" hex
key to remove the plug from the main
housing.
Step 7
! If installing a stem, apply LUBG-6 to the
threads of the stem.
OR
! If installing a NPT plug, apply LUBG-6 to
the threads of the NPT plug.
OR
! If installing a NPT plug, thread the NPT
plug into the main housing.
Step 9
! If installing a stem, use a spanner wrench to
fasten it hand tight into the main housing.
Note: While fastening the stem to the main
housing, ensure that both the
connector and the cable turn freely
along with the stem.
OR
! If installing a NPT plug, use a 5/16" hex
key to fasten it hand tight into the main
housing.
Note: This completes the installation; the
remaining steps are not required.
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Step 10
Route the connector cable to the appropriate
connection.
Step 11
Insert the connector into the lower electronics.
Step 12
Orient the upper electronics unit as recorded in
Step 3. Insert it into the enclosure and connect it
to the lower electronics unit.
Step 13
Inspect the enclosure and upper electronics O-
Rings for signs of damage (i.e. cracked,
deformed, etc.). If damage is found, replace
them before continuing. Apply a small amount
of O-Ring lubricant to the enclosure O-Ring.
Step 15 (Optional)
If desired, the enclosure lid can be mechanically
secured in place by tightening the setscrew on
the lid. Use a 1/16" hex key to tighten the
setscrew.
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5 Operation
Sleep Mode
In this mode the LCD display is off and the data
recorder keeps track of time but does not save
sensor data.
To enter sleep mode, move the switch to the "0"
position.
Sleep mode requires very little power.
Removal of the battery is only required to
charge or when the unit is placed into long term
storage.
Note: After the battery is removed the main unit clock is no longer valid and must be re-
synchronized using SparGauge software.
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6 Wellhead Installation and Removal
Installing the Primary Pressure Stem
• Ensure that the wellhead pressure has been removed before installing
a pressure stem.
Step 1
Install the appropriate pressure stem adapter
into the wellhead before continuing.
Step 2
Ensure that the collar is fully threaded onto the
pressure stem.
The collar uses left-handed
threads and turns counter-
clockwise onto the stem.
Step 3
Use a 13/16" open-ended wrench to thread the
pressure stem gland into the adapter. Finish
tightening the pressure stem and adapter
together with a 13/16" torque wrench.
Step 1
Use a 13/16" and a 1" open-ended wrench to
remove the primary pressure stem from the
adapter.
Remove carefully - there may
be some built-up pressure on
the stem.
Step 2
Insert the plug into the adapter. Use a 13/16"
and a 1" open-ended wrench to thread the gland
into the adapter. Finish tightening the gland and
adapter together with a 13/16" torque wrench.
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Installing a Secondary Pressure Stem
• Ensure that the wellhead pressure has been removed before installing
a pressure stem.
Step 1
Install the appropriate pressure stem adapter
before continuing.
Step 2
Ensure that the collar is fully threaded onto the
pressure stem.
The collar uses left-handed
threads and turns counter-
clockwise onto the stem.
Step 3
Use a 13/16" open-ended wrench to thread the
pressure stem gland into the adapter. Finish
tightening the pressure stem and adapter
together with a 13/16" torque wrench.
Step 1
Use a 1" and a 13/16" open-ended wrench to
remove the pressure stem from the adapter.
Remove carefully - there may
be some pressure built-up on
the stem.
Step 2
Insert the plug into the adapter. Use a 1" and a
13/16" open-ended wrench to thread the gland
into the adapter. Finish tightening the gland and
adapter together with a 13/16" torque wrench.
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Installing a Temperature Probe
• Do NOT install a temperature probe directly into a wellhead - they are
not rated for high-pressure and require a thermowell or similar
pressure isolation device.
Step 1
Apply LUBG-6 to the threads of the
temperature probe.
Step 2
For the best thermal response, fill the
thermowell with oil or thermally conductive
grease before installing the temperature probe.
Use a 1-1/16" open-ended wrench to thread the
temperature probe into the thermowell.
Step 3
Connect the temperature probe to the
temperature stem using the cable.
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7 Replacement Parts and Materials
ID Description Page #
1 Main Unit 33
5 Temperature Stems 37
ID Description Part #
1 SS6100 - Well Head Recorder - Main Unit 10018488
Includes one (1) of each item listed below:
• O-Ring - 2-238 - N70D (10009941)
• O-Ring - 2-146 - Viton 75D (10019868)
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Batteries and Charger
ID Description Part #
1 Battery Pack - Non-rechargeable Lithium - 2 Cell "C" 10018612
2 Wellhead Recorder - Battery Pack - Rechargeable Lithium 10021509
3 SS6120 WellHead Recorder Battery Charger 10018739
Includes: Power Adapter - A/C to DC - 12V - 1.50A (10001540)
ID Description Part #
1 SS6100 - Well Head Recorder - Pressure Stem - 750 psi - Sweet Service 10019052
SS6100 - Well Head Recorder - Pressure Stem - 1500 psi - Sweet Service 10019053
SS6100 - Well Head Recorder - Pressure Stem - 3000 psi - Sweet Service 10019054
SS6100 - Well Head Recorder - Pressure Stem - 6000 psi - Sweet Service 10019055
SS6100 - Well Head Recorder - Pressure Stem - 10000 psi - Sweet Service 10019056
SS6100 - Well Head Recorder - Pressure Stem - 15000 psi - Sweet Service 10019833
SS6100 - Well Head Recorder - Pressure Stem - 750 psi - Sour Service 10019057
SS6100 - Well Head Recorder - Pressure Stem - 1500 psi - Sour Service 10019058
SS6100 - Well Head Recorder - Pressure Stem - 3000 psi - Sour Service 10019059
SS6100 - Well Head Recorder - Pressure Stem - 6000 psi - Sour Service 10019060
SS6100 - Well Head Recorder - Pressure Stem - 10000 psi - Sour Service 10019061
SS6100 - Well Head Recorder - Pressure Stem - 15000 psi - Sour Service 10019834
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Quartz Pressure Stems
ID Description Part #
1 SS6100 - Well Head Recorder - Quartz Pressure Stem - 5000 psi - Sour 10021075
Service
SS6100 - Well Head Recorder - Quartz Pressure Stem - 10000 psi - Sour 10021076
Service
SS6100 - Well Head Recorder - Quartz Pressure Stem - 15000 psi - Sour 10021077
Service
ID Description Part #
1 SS6100 - Well Head Recorder - Temperature Stem - 3" Probe 10019062
Includes one (1) of each item listed below:
• 33ft (10m) Temperature probe extention cable (10004860)
• Remote temperature probe (10m) 3" Probe (10010717)
• SS6100 WHR Temperature Stem (10022187)
SS6100 - Well Head Recorder - Temperature Stem - 6" Probe 10019063
Includes one (1) of each item listed below:
• 33ft (10m) Temperature probe extention cable (10004860)
• Remote temperature probe (10m) 6" Probe (10010716)
• SS6100 WHR Temperature Stem (10022187)
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Tools and Equipment
Description Part #
Grease - Lubricant Silicone O-Ring Lube (70 ml Brush Top) 10016949
Software - SparGauge 10013818
SS6100 - Wellhead Recorder - Installation Hand Tools Kit 10021549
Includes one (1) of each item listed below:
• Lubricant - Killark LUBG-6 Sealing Compound
• O-Ring Removal Tool - Plastic
• Tape - Teflon 0.50"X 288"- Thread Sealant
• Tools - Screwdriver - Slot 3/16" Tip - 6-1/8" OAL
• Torque Wrench - 10 - 150 flt-lbs - 0.50" Drive
• Wrench - Combination 1-1/16"
• Wrench - Combination 1"
• Wrench - Combination 13/16"
• Wrench - Crowfoot 3/8" Drive - 13/16"
• Wrench - Hex Key 1/16" Ballpoint "L"
• Wrench - Hex Key 5/16" Ballpoint "L"
• Wrench - MS Spanner - 3/4" to 2" - 3/16" Pin Type
SS6100 Stem - Channel 1 - Wellhead Adapter - 1/2" NPT 10018976
SS6100 Stem - Channel 1 - Wellhead Adapter - 1/2" NPT - Sour 10018893
SS6100 Stem - Channel 1 - Wellhead Adapter - 3/4" NPT 10021545
SS6100 Stem - Channel 2 or 3 - Wellhead Adapter - 1/8" NPT 10018977
SS6100 Stem - Channel 2 or 3 - Wellhead Adapter - 1/8" NPT - Sour 10018895
SS6100 - Wellhead Recorder - Pressure Stem - Removal Plug 10015239
SS6100 - Wellhead Recorder - Pressure Stem - Removal Gland 10015241
SS6100 - USB Communications Cable 10018516
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