Part Number 27-38
INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE
PNUEMATIC CIRCULAR
CHART RECORDER
PART NUMBERS
270111-101
270111-102
Manufacturers of Precision Instruments
Printed in U.S.A. June 01, 1980
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 27-38
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“1980, by TOTCO, All Rights Reserved
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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
Proper service and repair is important to the safe, reliable operation of all M/D TOTCO equipment.
The service procedures recommended by M/D TOTCO and described in the technical manuals are
recommended methods of performing service operations. When these service operations require
the use of tools specially designed for the purpose, those special tools should be used as recom-
mended. Warnings against the use of specific service methods that can damage equipment or
render it unsafe are stated in the manuals. These warnings are not exclusive, as M/D TOTCO
could not possibly know, evaluate and advise service people of all conceivable ways in which ser-
vice might be done or of all possible associated hazardous consequences. Accordingly, anyone
who uses service procedures or tools which are not recommended by M/D TOTCO must first sat-
isfy themselves thoroughly that neither personnel safety nor equipment safety will be jeopardized
by the method selected.
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Martin-Decker TOTCO (“Company”) warrants to Buyer (“Purchaser”) of new products manufactured or
supplied by the Company that such products are, at the time of delivery to the Purchaser, free of material and
workmanship defects, subject to the following exceptions:
A. Any product which has been repaired or altered in such a way, in the Company's judgement, as to affect
the product adversely, including any repairs, rebuilding, welding or heat treating outside of Company
authorized facility.
B. Any product which has, in the Company's judgement, been subject to negligence, accident, or improper
storage.
C. Any product which has not been installed, operated and maintained in accordance with normal practice
and within the recommendations of the Company.
D. For all items of special order by Buyer which are not manufactured by Company, Buyer should submit
warranty claims directly to the manufacturer thereof.
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which in its judgement proved not to be as warranted within the applicable warranty period. All costs of
transportation of products claimed not to be as warranted to authorized Company service facility shall be
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL 27-38
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Page
I PURPOSE, DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION. ............. l-l
l-l Introduction ................... l-l
l-3 Purpose ..................... l-l
l-5 Description. ................... l-l
l-6 Circular Recorder. ................ l-l
l-7 Operation .................... l-2
l-8 Recording Pen. .................. l-2
II INSTALLATION, CALIBRATION AND ADJUSTMENT. .......... 2-l
2-l Installation ................... 2-l
2-2 Recorder Installation. .............. 2-l
2-4 Pneumatic Hookup ................. 2-l
2-6 Startup and Adjustments. ............. 2-l
2-8 Chart Installation ................ 2-l
2-9 Recording Pen Tension Check. ........... 2-3
2-10 Recording Pen Mechanism Calibration. ....... 2-3
III PERIODIC INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE . . . .......... 3-l
3-l General. . . . . . . . . . . . .......... 3-l
3-3 Periodic Inspection. . . . . . .......... 3-l
3-4 Recorder Inspection. . . . . . .......... 3-l
3-6 Air Supply System Inspection . .......... 3-l
3-8 Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . .......... 3-2
3-9 Disassembly. . . . . . . . . . .......... 3-2
3-11 Clock Replacement. . . . . . . .......... 3-2
3-12 Bellows Assembly Replacement . .......... 3-3
3-13 Lubrication. . . . . . . . . . .......... 3-3
3-14 Clock Cleaning and Lubrication .......... 3-3
3-15 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . .......... 3-4
IV TROUBLESHOOTING ....................... 4-l
4-l General ...................... 4-l
LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS
Figure Page
l-l Circular Recorder ...................... 1-l
l-2 Recorder Components ..................... l-3
2-l Recorder Installation Dimensions. .............. 2-2
2-2 Chart Installation. ..................... 2-3
2-3 Recording Pen Calibration .................. 2-4
3-l Clock Replacement ...................... 3-2
3-2 Bellows Assembly Replacement. ................ 3-4
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LIST OF TABLES
Table Page
l-l Recorder Charts - 24-Hour Time Scale. ............ l-2
3-l Clock Oils. ......................... 3-5
4-l Troubleshooting Table .................... 4-l
RELATED PUBLICATIONS
Publication No. Title
27-37 Illustrated Parts Breakdown Manual
Pneumatic Circular Chart Recorder
PN's 270111-101 and -102.
26-58 Installation Maintenance and Operation
Instructions with Illustrated Parts
Breakdown Manual, Rig Air Filter,
PN 270240 and Instrument Air Filter-
Regulator, PN 270244.
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SECTION I
PURPOSE, DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
1-l INTRODUCTION
l-2 This manual contains operating and maintenance instructions for the single-
pen (no alarms) Pneumatic Circular Chart Recorder manufactured by TOTCO,
Norman, Oklahoma. Information in this manual is sufficient for installation,
calibration, operation and maintenance of these units without the use of special
tools and test equipment.
l-3 PURPOSE
l-4 The pneumatically operated circular recorder (See Figure l-l) may be used,
as a subsystem, to record any parameter from a sensor, or similar unit,
which delivers a full scale pneumatic output signal of 3-15 psig (20.7-103.4 kPa).
For oil field applications, the recorder may be used for recording a number of
drilling parameters. Table l-l lists some applications with related range and
recorder chart data.
l-5 DESCRIPTION
l-6 CIRCULAR RECORDER. The recorder (Figure l-2) comprises a 24-hour clock-
driven mechanism which turns a 24-hour recording chart; a 3-15 psig
(20.7-103.4 kPa) bellows assembly which proportionally actuates the recording pen
through 0 to 100% of scale via a mechanical linkage; a replaceable ink cartridge
(pen) and chart pan. All components are contained in a weather protected case whose
cover incorporates a glass so that the chart can be seen without opening the cover.
PNEUMAT
CHART
WALL MOUNT
FIGURE l-l. CIRCULAR RECORDER
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TABLE l-l. RECORDERCHARTS - 24-HOUR TIME SCALE
UNIT
RECORDED OF PART
PARAMETER MEASUREMENT NUMBER RANGE
Pit Volume Percent 935800-004 O-100
Pit Volume Barrels 935800-005 O-250
Pit Volume Barrels 935800-006 O-500
Pit Volume Barrels 935800-007 0-1000
Mud Density lb/gal 935800-008 5-20
Mud Density lb/[Link]. 935800-009 40-150
Mud Density kg/liter 260053 0.6-2.4
Mud Flow Percent 935800-004 O-100
Temperature OF 935800-005 O-250
Temperature OF 935800-006 O-500
Temperature OC 935800-010 -30 to +120
Temperature OC 935800-011 -30 to +250
Temperature OC 935800-012 O-125
Temperature OC 935800-013 O-25
Temperature OC 935800-014 O-50
Temperature OC 935800-015 O-10
3-15 psig (20.7-103.4 kPa) input signal connections are made at the bottom of the
recorder. Recorders, available with either a wallmount or floorstand are normally
installed inside a doghouse or close to the drillers station.
l-7 OPERATION
l-8 RECORDING PEN. 3-15 psig (20.7-103.4 kPa) signals from the measuring
sensor, with which the recorder is interconnected, are fed to the recorder
bellows assembly. A shaft in the bellows assembly activates the linkage mechanism
to which the recording pen is connected. With increasing input signal, the pen is
driven upscale. 0 to 100% of chart scale is directly proportional to the 3-15 psig
(20.7-103.4 kPa) range of input signal. The recording chart, which is directly
installed on a chart pan, is driven by a 24-hour clock. A key is supplied for
winding the clock every 7 days.
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CHART PAN m MOUNTING FRAME
INK CARTRIDGE
II llill
I I I-III I
CLOCK
/ KEY
27-3%/-Z SIGNAL CONNECTION
[Link] CLEVI
IENT ASSY
ASSY
FIGURE l-2. RECORDERCOMPONENTS
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SECTION II
INSTALLATION, CALIBRATION AND ADJUSTMENT
2-l INSTALLATION
2-2 RECORDERINSTALLATION
2-3 Install the circular recorder in the doghouse or other protected area. It
may be secured to a wall or counter top, or mounted on a floorstand. See
Figure 2-l for installation dimensions and pneumatic connection.
2-4 PNEUMATIC HOOKUP
2-5 Use l/4" OD (6.35mm) tubing supplied, to make system connections. Before
making connections, blow out all tubing with clean, dry, instrument
quality air. The pneumatic connection to the recorder is identified at the bottom
of the recorder (See Figure 2-l). Interconnect recorder with 3-15 psig (20.7-103.4
kPa) input signal source from measuring sensor. Route tubing away from walkways
and machinery where it could be damaged. After system air has been turned on, if
possible, check for leaks using commercial soapless lather.
2-6 STARTUP AND ADJUSTMENTS
2-7 Perform the following preliminary procedures:
a. Ensure that sensors are properly installed and operating by referring
to appropriate instruction manuals.
b. Ensure that pneumatic [Link] connections are free of leaks and
properly connected.
2-8 CHART INSTALLATION. Install chart in recorder as follows: (Refer to
Figure 2-2)
a. Remove hub (1) and lift recording pen (2) away from chart (4).
b. Grasp bottom of chart pan (3) and slide pan downward and out with
minimum contact with recording pen (2).
C. Using clock key, wind clock via clock winder (5) in a clockwise
direction.
d. Remove existing chart (4) from chart pan (3) and install new chart in
pan.
e. Reinstall chart pan (3) exercising care to avoid excessive contact with
recording pen (2).
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FIGURE 2-l. RECORDERINSTALLATION DIMENSIONS
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CAUTION
Do not turn chart pan (3) with hub (1) installed or
damage to the clock mechanism may result.
f. Position chart pan (3) so that tip on recording pen (2) is set on
correct time printed on chart (4).
g. Reinstall hub (1) against chart pan (3).
2-9 RECORDING PEN TENSION CHECK. Tension on the pointer of the ink cartridge
installed on the end of the recording pen arm should be sufficient to just
produce a uniform ink trace on the chart. Tension may be adjusted by flexing the
pen arm either inward or outward at the bend in the arm closest to the ink car-
tridge.
2-10 RECORDING PEN MECHANISM CALIBRATION. Calibrate pen mechanism as follows:-
a. Using a shutoff valve and suitable pressure regulator (in series),
connect a 16 psig (110.3 kPa) maximum instrument air supply to the
SIGNAL connection (8, Figure 2-3) on the recorder.
LEGEND FOR FIGURE 2-2.
1. Hub 3. Chart Pan
2. Recording Pen 4. Chart
5. Clock Winder
FIGURE 2-2. CHART INSTALLATION
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12 13 14 15 16
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FIGURE 2-3. RECORDING PEN CALIBRATION
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LEGEND FOR FIGURE 2-3
1. Enclosure Door 9. Pen Arm
2. Screw 10. Fine Adjustment Screw
3. Logo Plate 11. Screw
4. Hub 12. Bellows Adjustment Screw
5. Chart 13. Turning Nut
6. Chart Pan 14. Setscrew
7. Time Arc 15. Clevis
8. SIGNAL Connection 16. Linkage Bracket
17. Screw
b. Install new chart in recorder per paragraph 2-8.
C. Remove screws (2) and logo plate (3) from recorder.
With the pen arm (9) resting
d. on the chart, apply 3 psig (20.7 kPa) air
signal; pen arm should just start to move at 3 psig (20.7 kPa). If
pen does not start to move at 3 psig (20.7 kPa), turn bellows adjustment screw (12)
until pen arm movement is observed.
e. Apply 15 psig (103.4 kPa) signal to recorder and check that tip on pen
arm (9) follows exactly the time arc (7) on chart (5).
f. If the pen arm arcs below time arc (7) with 15 psig (103.4 kPa)
applied, extend the effective length of pen arm by loosening two
attachment screws (11) and moving pen arm (9) down; tighten attachment screws (11).
g. If pen arm arcs above time arc (7) decrease effective length of pen
arm by loosening attachment screws (11) and moving pen arm up; tighten
attachment screws (11).
h. Cycle the pen arm through 3-15 psig (20.7-103.4 kPa) signal input a
number of times and adjust pen arm, by repeating preceding steps,
until it satisfactorily tracks time arc (7) on chart. When desired condition is
obtained, tighten the pen arm attachment screws (11).
1. With 3 psig (20.7 kPa) signal, pen arm should rest at the zero record-
ing point on the chart. If pen does not rest at zero point on chart,
loosen setscrew (14) and adjust pen arm position by rotating turning nut (13);
tighten setscrew (14).
j. Apply 15 psig signal; pen arm tip should rest at full scale recording
point on the chart. If not loosen screw (17) and move clevis (15) up
or down until pen arm tip rests on full scale point on chart; tighten screw (17).
Cycle the pen arm through
k. 3-15 psig (20.7-103.4 kPa) signal input
until satisfactory zero to maximum span is obtained. For zero adjust-
ment (3 psig; 20.7 kPa) rotate the turning nut (13); for full scale adjustment
(15 psig; 103.4 kPa) reposition clevis (15).
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SECTION Ill
PERIODIC INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
3-1 GENERAL
3-2 The circular chart recorder is constructed to provide long service with a
minimum of inspection and maintenance. To keep the recorder functional and
in best condition, it is recommended that periodic inspection of the recorder and
related air supply system be carried out. Maintenance personnel should establish
an inspection cycle based on operation, performance and operating environment of
equipment. The procedures primarily consists of cleaning and checking parts for
obvious damage and wear, missing and loose items.
3-3 PERIODIC INSPECTION
3-4 RECORDERINSPECTION
3-5 Carry out a general inspection of the recorder for damage, wear and
insecurity of parts; replace all defective components. In addition, care-
fully check the following, as applicable:
a. Verify that recording pen cartridge is securely installed.
b. Check for damaged or loose pneumatic tubing.
C. Check that pen arm is free of corrosion at hinge pivot points and
pivots freely.
d. Ensure that door sealing gasket is not damaged, deteriorated or
detached from door.
e. Check glass weather strip for proper seal, damage or deterioration.
3-6 AIR SUPPLY SYSTEM INSPECTION
3-7 It is essential that clean, dry, instrument quality air is used for
operation of the recorder system. If TOTCO rig air filter (PN 270240) and
instrument air filter-regulator (PN 270244) are used to supply the recorder, perform
the following inspection and maintenance.
WARNING
DEPRESSURIZE AIR SYSTEM PRIOR TO REMOVING RIG AIR FILTER
BOWL. PERSONAL INJURY COULD RESULT FROM BOWL BEING
RELEASED AT 250 PSIG (1.7 Pa> AIR PRESSURE.
[Link] air system and remove rig air filter assembly bowl;
inspect automatic drain assembly. If drain assembly is inoperative,
remove from bowl and clean orifices with solvent, or install replacement part.
Periodically remove filter element and clean using kerosene or other similar solvent;
blow dry using a jet of clean, dry, low pressure air.
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b. Remove instrument air filter assembly bowl and inspect automatic drain
assembly and filter cartridge. If drain assembly is inoperative,
remove from bowl and clean orifice or install replacement part. Replace instrument
air filter cartridge when it becomes stained with oil on outer surface.
3-8 MAINTENANCE
3-9 DISASSEMBLY
3-10 Disassemble the recorder only to the extent necessary for cleaning and
replacement of defective components. Details for replacement of major
components are given in the following paragraphs.
3-11 CLOCK REPLACEMENT. Replacement of clock is accomplished as follows: (See
Figure 3-l)
a. Remove screws (1) and standoffs (2) securing clock (3). Remove clock.
b. Firmly grasp nut assembly (4) (to prevent rotation of clock shaft and
possible damage) and remove screw (5).
C. Unscrew nut assembly (4) from clock shaft.
LEGEND FOR FIGURE 3-1
1. Screw 3. Clock
2. Standoff 4. Nut Assy
5. Screw
27-40/-12
FIGURE 3-1. CLOCK REPLACEMENT
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d. Install nut assembly (4) on shaft of replacement clock. Hand tighten
nut assembly against shoulder on clock shaft, without turning the
clock shaft.
e. Install screw (5) while firmly grasping nut assembly (4) to prevent
rotation of clock shaft.
f. Install clock (3) and attaching hardware.
g. After assembly is complete, check calibration of pen mechanism per
paragraph 2-10.
3-12 BELLOWS ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT. Replacement of the bellows assembly is
accomplished as follows:- (See Figure 3-2)
a. Disconnect tubing (1) from connector (2).
b. Remove screw (3) and washer (4) securing bracket (5) to spacer (7).
Do not remove screw (8).
C. Remove screws (9) securing bracket (10) and attached bellows
assembly (13) to backplate. Remove bracket/bellows assembly from
recorder.
d. For ease of later calibration, note the dimensional location of
clevis (15) and turning nut (18) on bellows shaft (16).
e. Loosen setscrew (14). Unscrew clevis (15) with attached spacer (7)
and screw (8) from bellows shaft (16).
f. Remove turning nut (18) from bellows shaft (16).
g* Remove connector (2) from bellows assembly (13).
h. Reinstall previously removed parts on replacement bellows assembly.
Locate clevis (15) and turning nut (18) on bellows shaft (16) at
previously noted locations.
1. Reinstall bellows and associated parts in recorder.
j- After assembly is complete, calibrate the recording pen mechanism per
paragraph 2-10.
3-13 LUBRICATION
3-14 CLOCK CLEANING AND LUBRICATION. Depending on local conditions, the
recorder clock requires lubrication every 1 to 2 years. Clean and
lubricate as follows:
a. Remove clock from recorder per paragraph 3-11. Take clock out of its
case. Ensure clock is fully run down or stopped. Partially submerge
clockworks into a bath of trichlorethylene (or similar solvent). Keep mainspring
out of solvent. Wash all bearing surfaces, both inside and out, by brushing with
stiff brush saturated in solvent. Shake out excess solvent and dry thoroughly
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FIGURE 3-2. BELLOWS ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT
LEGEND FOR FIGURE 3-2
1. Tubing 7. Spacer 13. Bellows Assy
2. Connector 8. Screw 14. Setscrew
3. Screw 9. Screw 15. Clevis
4. Washer 10. Bracket 16. Bellows Shaft
5. Bracket 11. Nut 17. Setscrew
6. Movement Assy 12. Screw 18. Turning Nut
using a jet of clean, dry, low pressure air.
NOTE
If solvent gets into spring compartment, it will be
very difficult to dry thoroughly.
b. Lubricate all bearing surfaces, contact parts of escapement, verge,
and balance wheel roller pin using one of the appropriate clock
oils in Table 3-1.
3-15 CLEANING
3-16 Clean pen arm hinges of movement assembly using trichlorethylene (or
similar solvent). Blow dry using a jet of clean dry air.
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TABLE 3-1. CLOCK OILS
TEMPERATURERANGE OIL
-20 to +150'F (-28.9 to 60°C) Moebius No. 3
-40 to +lOO°F (-40 to 37.8'C) Moebius No. 3A
-75 to + 80°F (-59.5 to 26.7'C) Winsor Lube LS252
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SECTION IV
TROUBLESHOOTING
4-1 GENERAL
4-2 This section contains information for correction of troubles which may be
encountered during operation, calibration and test of the recorder. Use
Table 4-1 to locate probable cause and rectify the trouble.
4-3 Before using the troubleshooting table, Table 4-1, ensure that all inter-
connecting tubing is properly connected and not crimped and sensors which
feed 3-15 psig(20.7-103.4 kPa) input signals to the recorder are operating properly
and in calibration.
TABLE 4-1. TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
TROUBLE PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY
Irregular ink trace Insufficient pen pressure Adjust tension on pen
on chart. Ink feeds on pen cartridge tip. arm per paragraph 2-9.
at lowest part of
pen travel but not
at highest (or vice
versa>.
Chart does not rotate Clock not wound. Wind clock.
or rotation is
erratic.
Clock dirty Clean and lubricate
clock per paragraph 3-14.
Clock mechanism defective Replace clock assembly
or worn (usually indicated per paragraph 3-11.
by excessive play on clock
shaft).
Erratic pen reading. Dirty hinges in pen arm Clean mechanism per para-
Reading stays at mechanism. graph 3-16.
same level; does not '
respond to input Defective bellows Replace bellows assembly
signal changes. assembly. per paragraph 3-12.
Pen- reading stays
at zero. Blocked tube between Clean air system and
recorder case and tube.
bellows assembly
caused by dirty
pneumatic system.
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