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INTRODUCTION
The Wireline conveyed DTI Kickover Tool (KOT) enables the
reliable, repeatable running and retrieval of gas lift valves into
compatible side pocket mandrels. Typical side pocket mandrels
include type KBMG and KBUG.
DESCRIPTION
OPERATION RUNNING
Standard wireline tool string should include sufficient stem bar weight, hydraulic jar,
link jar and a swivel joint above the kickover tool. Ensure the correct running tool for
the gas lift valve being run is fitted to the bottom of the KOT. lnstall a 3/16" brass
shear pin in trigger key and pin the gas lift valve into running tool.
Lower the KOT several feet past the side pocket mandrel desired to be set.
1. Raise KOT slowly with the wireline until enough weight increase is noted to
indicate the KOT has oriented and reached end of slot in the mandrel
orienting sleeve, (An increase of 25# will usually show this.)
2. Grhdually apply an "extra" 200# load upward pull on the wireline. This will
ensure that the KOT is kicked over and latched in place. Wells deviated more
than 60 Deg. may take 300# extra.
3. Lower the valve slowly into the side pocket. The positioning tool will
automatically align the valve with the pocket.
4. ll lor some reason (not kicked over enough to latch) the valve misses the
pocket, try again from step 2 and increase the "extra" load 100 pounds.
5. Normal wireline procedures may now be followed for jarring the valve into
place and shearing off the valve.
6. The KOT will then be raised back to the mandrel orienting sleeve. The KOT
trigger will shoulder the orienting slot and will shear the 3/16" pin holding the
trigger key in place by over pull jar action.
7. Once this is done, the KOT kigger key will permanently retract so the trigger
will no longer orient at each side pocket mandrel as it is pulled thru returning
to the surface. The kicked over arm of the tool will also straighten out and lock
In the straight position to come out of the hole. This feature eliminates
considerable wear due to rubbing on the tubing walls.
8. When the tool is back on the surface, the key trigger must be re-pinned and
another valve attached to the running tool. (The key and trigger may be line
up by hand and the old pin tapped out and a new pin inserted with the help of
a 1/8" pin punch).
OPERATION PULLING
1. Ensure the correct Pulling tool for the gas lift valve being pulled is fitted to the
bottom of the KOT.
2. Repeat steps 1-4.
3. Normal wireline procedures may now be followed for latching and pulling the
valve.
4. Repeat steps 6-8.
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GLV PULLING SCHEMATIC
Schematic 1, shows the kot run
below the mandrel. Since the kot is
Iocked in a rigid position, it is I
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arm reaches the small upper
section of the mandrel, it is
designed to snap back and lock into
its vertical running position,
reducing drag on the tool and valve
as it rs removed.
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ASSEMBLY DRAWING
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Ensure all parts are clean, oiled and threads greased. SAE 30 oil and Molycote 77 is
recommended. Always use new shear pins and where necessary, set screws and
dowel pins. Redress kits are inexpensive and readily available.
1 .
Pin lower adapter (18) to pivot arm (15) with spring ('16) and ball (17) using
pin (19) and secure with set screws (8), aligning the detents provided.
2. lnsert lever plunger (9) in housing (2) to make sure of sliding freedom and full
travel.
3. Adsemble spring (10) and latch spring guide (13) to lever plunger (9) retain
latch (12) with pin (1 1) thro lever plunger (9) and latch (12). Note, this
operation requires that the Spring Guide/ Latch Spring is compressed over
100lbs and this is best achieved by 2 persons- one to compress the spring
and one to insert the pin.
4. Pin pivot arm (15) to main housing (2) with pin (14) and secure with set
screws (8), aligning the detents provided . lf pin fits loosely, stake edges of
hole to retain it.
5. Assemble key (3) to Trigger (5) with pivot pin (4).
6. lnsert lever plunger assembly with spring (6) in hole in slot. (Make sure
housing lD is clean and plunger is lubricated with 30 weight oil or Molykote.)
7. With slots in plunger (9) and housing (2) aligned, depress spring (6) and insert
plunger into housing (2).
8. lnstall Hoisting Plug (1) and screw in to align 114" hole in plunger (9) with
11132" hole in housing (2). lnsert trigger (5) thru slot in housing.
9. Pin trigger (5) to plunger with pin (7) making sure pin is centred in plunger (9).
Tighten hoisting plug (1) and install 3/16" shear pin (4A) through key (3) and
trigger (5).
10. Check for depressing freedom of trigger (5). lt should depress and return
quite freely but not protrude past landing stop.
11.Tool is now fully assembled and may be activated by applying enough force
(approx. 200lbs) on trigger (5) to move the plunger (9) forward 1/32" and kick
over the tool.
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DISASSEMBLY lNSTRUCTIONS
1. Place the KOT assembly in a G-Vice, and clamp Housing (2) behind the
trigger, without using excessive force. Ensure the Pivot Arm (15) is in the
straight position and not kicked over,
2. Unscrew the Hoisting Plug (1) from the KOT Housing (2).
2 Remove the two Locking Screws (8) and tap out the Pivot Pin (14). Remove
MAINTENANCE
The DTI Wireline Kick Over Tool has been designed to give long and reliable
service. However, it is strongly recommended that the tool should be disassembled
and thoroughly cleaned after each use to prevent the build-up of deposits, which
could interfere with the operation of the tool. Thorough cleaning is particularly
important when the tool has been used in a corrosive environment.
Ensure all parts, threads and seals are clean and ljghtly oiled or greased. (Molykote
77 or SAE 30 oil is recommended).
After every run the tool should be completely stripped, cleaned and, if necessary, all
seals and shear pins should be replaced. During inspection any damaged or worn
parts should be replaced.
Particular attention should be paid to pivoting parts and shear pins. The Trigger, Key,
Lever Plunger, Prvot Arm and Pivot Pins are especially critrcal and should all be
inspected for wear, damage and corrosion.
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SPECIFICATIONS SHEET
Designation 278KOTW
Suits GLV sizes 1
Dlmensional data
Body OD 2.160
c (in) 26.20"
E (in) 38.0"
STD
Length 26.20"
THIS DATA IS FOR REFERENCE ONLY DTI RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REVISE
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