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Part Number Edition Date
TM-515 First September 2001
Copyright © 2001 AOI Instrumentation. All rights reserved.
AOI Instrumentation and the AOI logo are trademarks of

Acadiana Oilfield Instruments, Inc. All other brand names
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of their respective companies.
AOI Instrumentation
105 Bonin Road
Lafayette, Louisiana 70508 USA
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2 Deflection-type Weight Indicator System Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual
Contents
Introduction 5
Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
How the weight indicator system works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Installation 9
Weight indicator system dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Installing the weight indicator system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Mounting the gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Alternate mounting method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Installing the deadline diaphragm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Operation 15
Setting the gauge dampers to reduce pointer oscillation . . . . . . . . . 15
Selecting and changing a dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Determining the true load on the derrick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Compensating for inaccurate readings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
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Deflection-type Weight Indicator System Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual 3
Contents
Maintenance 19
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Removing and replacing the hydraulic hose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Removing and replacing the deadline diaphragm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Removing and replacing the gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Recharging the weight indicator system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Calibrating the gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Lengthening and shortening the weight and vernier linkages . . . 29
$ Illustrated Parts List 31

Gauge components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Deadline diaphragm components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Mounting box components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Related tools and test equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Instrument fluid and pipe sealant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
% SI Unit Conversion Factors 39
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1 Introduction
This manual contains installation, operation, and maintenance instructions for
the AOI Instrumentation Deflection-type Weight Indicator System.
Description
The weight indicator system measures the line load on portable or permanent
rig and hoist installations. The weight indicator system consists of the
following main components:
■ Box-mounted gauge
■ Deadline diaphragm
■ Hydraulic hose
Figure 1. Weight indicator system main components

Note:
box-mounted
Appendix A contains a
gauge
complete list of system deadline
components, as well as diaphragm
related tools and test
equipment.
hydraulic hose
(25-foot) not to scale
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Chapter 1. Introduction
How the weight indicator system works
The gauge, hose, and diaphragm are assembled, charged, and tested at the
factory before shipment.
The gauge includes a set of ten load indicator dials, calibrated for particular
line sizes and numbers of line. Dials are available calibrated in pounds,
kilograms, and decanewtons. The extra dials are stored in the gauge behind
the front dial.
The gauge is calibrated for use with the following types of 6 x 25 line:
■ FW
■ IWRC
■ FCIPS
■ EIPS
Note
Using the gauge with a line the gauge is not calibrated for can produce
inaccurate readings.
How the weight indicator system works
The load on the line exerts pressure on the deadline diaphragm, which
produces hydraulic pressure in the gauge. This hydraulic pressure operates the
bourdon tube and movement assemblies in the gauge, producing a reading on
the dial in direct proportion to the amount of pressure exerted. The weight
pointer is black and indicates the total load on the derrick or mast. The vernier
pointer is red and indicates the vernier scale.
Figure 2. Gauge pointers
vernier pointer (red)
weight pointer (black)
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Chapter 1. Introduction
Specifications
Specifications
The following table shows the specifications for the AOI Deflection-type
Weight Indicator System.
Gauge Dial set Mounting Number Calibration Diaphragm Hose

P/N P/N Dial units box P/N Line size of lines pressure Accuracy P/N P/N Weight
60-2-101 D602-WE English- 100 PSI

pound 7/8 2, 4, 6 @ 300°
60-2-101K D602-WK Metric- 60-200B 1 4, 6, 8 7.03 KSCM + 5% of 60-421 57-25 115 lb

kilogram 1-1/8 6, 8 @ 300° reading (25-ft) (50 kg)
1-1/4 6, 8
60-2-101D D602-WD SI Metric- 703 KPA @
decanewton 300°
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2 Installation
This chapter contains instructions for installing the weight indicator system.
Weight indicator system dimensions
Figure 3. Mounting box dimensions
Figure 4. Deadline diaphragm dimensions
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Chapter 2. Installation
Installing the weight indicator system Mounting the gauge
Installing the weight indicator system
Mounting the gauge

Mount the gauge box on a 2-inch pipe as shown in Figure 5, according to the
instructions in this section.
Figure 5. Mounting the gauge
eye level
3 feet 2-inch pipe

minimum (threaded on both ends)
2-inch hex union
6 inches
minimum 2-inch pipe
(threaded on one end)
weld
not to scale
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Mounting the gauge Installing the weight indicator system
Notes
Use the length of pipe required to raise the box to the drill operator’s
eye level. (The pipe must be at least 3 feet 6 inches long.)
Mount the box in a location with the least amount of rig vibration
possible.
1. Weld a pipe (approximately 6 inches long, threaded on one end) to the rig
floor in front of the drill operator, with the threaded end up.
2. Screw the female end of a 2-inch hex union onto the threaded end of the
pipe.
3. Tighten a 3-foot (minimum) section of pipe (threaded on both ends) to the

box.
4. Slide the large nut onto the 3-foot pipe; then tighten the male end of the
hex union.
Alternate mounting method

Instead of welding the short section of pipe to the rig floor, bolt or weld a
flange to the rig floor; then connect the 3-foot section to the flange (instead of
to a short section of pipe).
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Installing the weight indicator system Installing the deadline diaphragm
Installing the deadline diaphragm

1. If a 1-1/8-inch or 1-1/4-inch line is used, shim the top hook on the
diaphragm.
Figure 6. Installing the diaphragm on the deadline
7/8-inch line – no shim

1-inch line – no shim
1-1/8-inch line – 1 shim
1-1/4-inch line – 2 shims
gap
top hook 3/32 inch
gap
3/32 inch (2.4 mm)
with block hanging
deflection
plug
line
C-clamp
7/8-inch and 1-1/8-inch line: 1-1/4-inch line:

extra 1-inch line: extra 1 shim no 2 shims
shims no shim shim shim
top hook
mounting bolt
top
hook
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Installing the deadline diaphragm Installing the weight indicator system
2. Position the diaphragm on the line so that the center of the diaphragm is at
the same height as the center of the dial on the gauge. The diaphragm
and the gauge must be at the same height in order for readings to be
correct.
Note
If it is not possible to mount the diaphragm and the gauge at the same
height, see “Compensating for inaccurate readings” on page 18.
Make sure the concave center of the diaphragm’s deflection plug is

aligned with the cable. If necessary, place a piece of wood on the cable
and tap it with a hammer to make sure the diaphragm is seated properly.
Correct Incorrect
across cable flats across cable coils
cable
deflection
plug
3. Turn the diaphragm hand crank until the line is firmly seated against the
diaphragm post.
Caution Do not use a wrench to tighten the hand crank — hand-tighten

only.
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3 Operation
This chapter contains operating instructions for the weight indicator system.
Setting the gauge dampers to reduce pointer oscillation
Adjust the pulsation dampers on the gauge to achieve a minimum of pointer

oscillation.
Figure 7. Gauge dampers
vernier damper
(for red pointer) weight damper
(for black pointer)
If a pointer is too sensitive, push the appropriate damper stem in and turn it
clockwise to decrease its sensitivity.
If a pointer is too sluggish, turn the appropriate damper stem

counterclockwise to increase its sensitivity.
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Chapter 3. Operation
Selecting and changing a dial
The gauge includes a set of ten load indicator dials, calibrated for particular
Note:
line sizes and numbers of line. The extra dials are stored in the gauge behind
Dials are available calibrated in
the front dial.
pounds, kilograms, and
decanewtons. Select the appropriate dial for the line size and number of lines strung, as
shown in Table 1.
Table 1. Selecting the correct dial
Line size Number English-pound

(inches) of lines dial P/N*
7/8 4 D0025-478
6 D0025-678
1 4 D0025-41
6 D0025-61
8 D0025-81
1-1/8 6 D0025-6118
8 D0025-8118
1-1/4 6 D0025-6114
8 D0025-8114
* For information about Metric-kilogram and SI Metric-

decanewton dial sets, contact AOI Instrumentation.
Note
When figuring the number of lines, do not include the deadline or the
line off the draw works. Count only the lines that support the block.
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Follow these instructions to change a dial:
1. Remove the 6 case ring retaining screws.
Figure 8. Changing a dial
retaining
screws (6)
2. Remove the case ring and glass.
Caution Take care not to break the glass when you remove the case ring.
3. Remove the 4 screws that hold the dials in place.
4. Detach the dials and slip them over the pointers, one by one.
5. Locate the dial you need.
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Determining the true load on the derrick Compensating for inaccurate readings
6. Replace the dials over the pointers one by one, with the correct dial on
top.
7. Replace the dial screws, glass, ring, and retaining screws.
Caution When you reassemble the glass, ring, and screws, make sure the
pointers do not touch each other, the dial, or the glass.
Determining the true load on the derrick
The load on the derrick is greater than the load shown by the gauge.
Determine the true load on the derrick as follows:
6 lines reeving: 8/6 x gauge reading = load on derrick
Compensating for inaccurate readings

When it is necessary to place the diaphragm on the deadline more than 2 feet
higher or lower than the center of the gauge dial, the red pointer and the black
pointer read higher or lower accordingly. If this situation occurs, contact AOI
Instrumentation for assistance.
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4 Maintenance
This chapter contains instructions for troubleshooting, maintaining, and
making field repairs to the weight indicator system.
Troubleshooting
Refer to Table 2 for descriptions, causes, and corrective actions to take for
problems you encounter.
Table 2. Troubleshooting
Problem Probable cause Corrective action
No gauge reading Damper closed Open damper. (See page 15.)
Obstruction in hose Purge obstruction or replace hose. (See page 20.)
Gauge internal mechanism damaged Repair or replace gauge. (See page 22.)
Loss of hydraulic fluid Locate and repair leak; then reload system with
hydraulic fluid. (See page 23.)
Erroneous gauge reading Air in system Purge and recharge system components.
(See page 23.)
Incorrect amount of hydraulic fluid in the Fill the system with the correct amount of fluid.
system (See page 23.)
Damaged top hook Replace top hook.
Bent deflection plug Straighten or replace deflection plug.
Insufficient hydraulic fluid Pump in additional hydraulic fluid. (See page 23.)
Gauge internal mechanism damaged Repair or replace gauge. (See page 22.)
Erratic or sluggish gauge Improper damper setting Correct damper setting. (See page 15.)
pointer movement
Pointer is contacting the glass or the dial Carefully bend the pointer so that it does not contact
the glass or the dial. (See page 16.)
Gauge pointer does not Excessive hydraulic fluid in system Drain excess fluid. (See page 23.)
return to zero
Pointer bent or dragging Straighten pointer.
Gauge pointer moves to a Low fluid Recharge weight indicator system. (See page 23.)
certain point, then stops
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Chapter 4. Maintenance
Removing and replacing the hydraulic hose
Removing and replacing the hydraulic hose
1. Disconnect the hose from the deadline diaphragm and the gauge.
Figure 9. Gauge, deadline diaphragm, and hydraulic hose
box-mounted
gauge
deadline
diaphragm
hydraulic hose
2. Apply Teflon pipe sealant (part number 880190-009) to the new hose
ends.
3. Connect the new hose to the deadline diaphragm and the gauge.
4. Follow the instructions in “Recharging the weight indicator system” on

page 23.
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Removing and replacing the deadline diaphragm
Removing and replacing the deadline diaphragm
1. With no load on the hook, unclamp the diaphragm from the deadline.
Figure 10. Removing the diaphragm
top hook
deflection
plug
deadline
C-clamp
2. Set the diaphragm on the floor with the fluid cell up.
3. Recharge the system (gauge and diaphragm) as described in “Recharging

the weight indicator system” on page 23.
4. Install the new diaphragm as described in “Installing the deadline

diaphragm” on page 12.
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Removing and replacing the gauge
Removing and replacing the gauge
1. Disconnect the hose from the gauge.
box-mounted
gauge
deadline
diaphragm
hydraulic hose
2. Follow the instructions in “Recharging the weight indicator system” on

page 23 to connect the new gauge and recharge the system.
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Recharging the weight indicator system
Follow the instructions in this section to recharge the system.
Note
AOI Instrumentation charges the system before it is shipped.
1. Connect the hydraulic hose to the gauge and the diaphragm.
box-mounted
gauge
deadline
diaphragm
screws (6)
1-inch
case ring hex-shaped
elbow,
where hose
connects
hydraulic hose
2. On the gauge, remove the case ring and glass by removing the 6 screws
from the face of the gauge.
3. Remove the 3 screws that hold the two halves of the center faceplate in
place. Remove the two halves of the faceplate.
4. Remove the 4 screws that hold the dials in place. Remove the dials.
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5. On the gauge, remove the cap from the compression tee.
Figure 13. Compression tee and tee cap location
tee cap
compression tee
6. On the diaphragm, remove the drain plug.
Figure 14. Diaphragm drain plug
drain
plug
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7. On the gauge, open the weight damper by turning it counterclockwise as

far as it will go.
Figure 15. Opening the weight damper
weight damper
(for black pointer)
8. On the diaphragm, connect the hand pump (part number 101349-102) to

the drain plug.
9. Fill the hand pump with A-11 fluid (part number A-11).
10. Place the diaphragm so that it is higher than the gauge.
11. Pump fluid through the system until all the air in the system has been
removed and clean fluid flows freely.
Note
Keep the hand pump cup at least half full of fluid throughout the
pumping process so air is not pumped into the system.
12. Replace the drain plug on the diaphragm.
13. Use the C-clamp to clamp the diaphragm to a solid steel bar
(approximately 1 inch in diameter).
14. Pump fluid into the system, loosening the C-clamp as you pump.
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15. Place a 3/32-inch shim between the machined surface of the diaphragm
cover and the deflection plug.
When the weight pointer on the gauge reads 20 PSI, clearance between
the diaphragm cover and the deflection plug should accommodate a 3/32-
inch shim.
When the weight pointer on the gauge reads 22 PSI, the shim should be
tight and impossible to remove by hand.
Figure 16. Diaphragm and deflection plug position at 20 PSI
place 3/32-inch
shim in this
location
16. When the shim is too tight to be removed by hand, close both dampers on
the gauge by turning them clockwise as far as they will go.
17. On the gauge, remove the hand pump from the drain plug and replace the
tee cap.
18. Remove the shim when the C-clamp is loose enough to allow its removal.
Remember or write down the PSI reading on the weight indicator at the
point where you can remove the shim.
19. Carefully drain very small amounts of fluid at the drain plug by
continuing to tighten and loosen the C-clamp with the shim behind the
plug until the shim is tight at a reading of 20 PSI and removable at a
reading of 17 PSI.
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Calibrating the gauge
20. When you finish, make sure all connections are tight and that there are no
leaks in the system.
21. Replace the gauge faceplate, dial, glass, and case ring, tightening all the
screws.
22. Replace the diaphragm on the deadline as described in “Installing the

deadline diaphragm” on page 12.
Follow the instructions in Figure 17 on the next page to calibrate the gauge.
Note
AOI Instrumentation calibrates the gauge before it is shipped.
You do not need to calibrate the gauge unless the gauge is not providing
accurate readings.
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Figure 17. Calibrating the gauge
Note:
See “Lengthening and
shortening the weight
and vernier linkages”
on page 29.
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Lengthening and shortening the weight and vernier linkages Calibrating the gauge
Lengthening and shortening the weight and vernier

linkages
Follow the instructions in this section to adjust the weight linkage and the
vernier linkage (as specified in Figure 17).
Figure 18. Linkage location
weight linkage
vernier linkage
vernier pointer
linkage nuts
weight pointer
linkage screws
(for adjusting the
linkage toward or
away from the
center of the gauge)
1. Use a nut driver to loosen the nuts on each linkage.
2. Lengthen or shorten the linkage as necessary.
3. Tighten the linkage nuts.
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A Illustrated Parts List
This appendix contains illustrations and part numbers for the
AOI Deflection-type Weight Indicator System.
Gauge components
Figure 19. Gauge (part number 60-2-101) components
7 8 2 6 1
9
5
4
13
3
14
11A
11B-2
11D 11B-3
11B-1
11G
11E,
11F 12
10
11H
11C
11I
11J
13
11K
15 16 17
Note
See Figure 20 for a detailed view.
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Appendix A. Illustrated Parts List
Gauge components
Figure 20. Gauge components – detail
11B-1 11A
11B-2
11B-3
11G 13
10 12
11H
11I 11J
11K
15
16
Table 3. Gauge (part number 60-2-101) part numbers
Figure No.- Quantity

Item No. Part Number Description Required
19 - 1 27-60-2 Case 1
-2 29-60-2 Case ring 1
-3 17-60-2 Glass 1
-4 22-60-2 Glass gasket 1
-5 231-132 Screw, Fillister head 6
-6 60-2-140 Weight dial post assembly 4
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Gauge components
Table 3. Gauge (part number 60-2-101) part numbers (continued)

Note: 19 - 7 See Note. Weight dial set 1

Part numbers for English-pound
-8 D602CA Center dial 1
dial sets are listed on page 16.
For Metric-kilogram and SI Metric- -9 60-144 Dial screw 7
decanewton dial sets, contact
AOI Instrumentation. - 10 60-2-137 Center dial post 3
- 11 2051-2 Tube and movement assembly, ind. 1

(consists of item numbers 11A through 11K)
- 11A 20-60-2 Tube assembly 1
- 11B 51-60-2A Movement assembly, consisting of the 1

following parts:
- 11B-1 51-60-2 Movement only 1
-2 12-60-2 Weight linkage, clipper 1
-3 12-60-2B Vernier linkage, clipper 1
- 11C 25-60-1 Weight pointer, black, clipper 1
- 11D 25-60-2 Vernier pointer, red, clipper 1
- 11E 230-10-832 Screw, roundhead, 8–32 x 3/8 1
- 11F 210-812 Lockwasher 1
- 11G 229-832 Screw, flathead, 8–32 x 3/8 1
- 11H 98-694 Drain plug, 3/16 copper 1
- 11I 98-820K Tee, 1/8 npt x 3/16 T 1
- 11J 98-69-1 Nut and sleeve, 3/16 copper 2
- 11K 98-820D Connector, straight, 1/8 npt x 3/16 1

tubing
- 12 60-2-135 Tube mounting screw 3
- 13 210-316 Tubing, 3/16 copper A/R
- 14 60-333 Plug, case 1
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Gauge components
Table 3. Gauge (part number 60-2-101) part numbers (continued)

19 - 15 85-475 Screw, hexhead, 1/4–20 x 3/4 2
- 16 210-412 Lockwasher, 1/4 2
- 17 97-60-2 Damper assembly, consisting of the 1

following parts:
97-60 Body only 1
56-60 Stem assembly (includes 214-011) 2
214-011 O-ring 2
98-69-3 Elbow, 1/8 x 3/16, tubing (includes 2

98-125)
98-125 Sub, 1/4 1
98-64 Elbow, Street, 1/4 1
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Deadline diaphragm components
Figure 21. Deadline diaphragm (part number 60-421) components
7 6
13
8 9
1 17
3
15
10
2
11 14 12 16
Table 4. Deadline diaphragm (part number 60-421) part numbers

21 - 1 421-112 Top hook 1
-2 85-535 Screw, hexhead, 1/2–13 x 1-1/2 1
-3 85-540 Screw, hexhead, 1/2–13 x 1-3/4 1
-4 421-114 Shim 2
-5 421-125 Safety nut 1

(not shown)
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Table 4. Deadline diaphragm (part number 60-421) part numbers

21 - 6 421-227 Deflection plug 1
-7 421-228 Cover 1
-8 421-229 Deflection plate 1
-9 21-421 Diaphragm rubber 1
- 10 421-226 Back 1
- 11 85-312 Screw, hexhead, 5/16–24 x 2 6
- 12 85-317 Screw, hexhead, 5/16–24 x 1-3/4 14
- 13 85-3FEN Nut, elastic stop, 5/16–24 20
- 14 421-805 Hose clamp 2
- 15 98-71 Drain plug 1
- 16 98-64 Elbow 1
- 17 421-23 C-clamp, complete, including the 1

following parts:
421-20 Clamp 1
421-21 Screw, C-clamp 1
421-19 Chain 1
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Mounting box components
Mounting box components
Figure 22. Mounting box (part number 60-200B) components
1A
4 5
Table 5. Mounting box (part number 60-200B) part numbers

22 - 1 60-200B Steel box (includes item number 1A) 1
- 1A 60-201A Door only (17-inch x 13-3/4 inch) 2
-2 421-098 Diaphragm horn bracket 1
-3 888146-300 Cotter pin, 1/4 x 2 1
-4 421-172 Diaphragm U bracket 1
-5 421-805 Hose clamp 1
-6 85-475 Screw, hex head, 1/4–20 x 3/4 5
-7 85-4NP Stop nut, elastic, 1/4–20 5
not shown 57-25 Hose, 25-foot, 1/4 H.P. 1
not shown 101349-102 Hand pump optional
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Related tools and test equipment
Table 5. Mounting box (part number 60-200B) part numbers (continued)

not shown A11 Fluid, weight indicator, 1 quart can optional
not shown GA11 Fluid, weight indicator, 1 gallon can optional
Note
Cold temperature fluid supplied upon request.
Related tools and test equipment
Table 6. Related tools and test equipment
Part Number Description
100335 Calibration bar, 1-inch O.D.
100334 Calibration shim, 3/32-inch
888616-001 Pointer puller tool
104373 Fieldsman test pump assembly
100129 Damper stem wrench
888617-001 Linkage nut driver, 5/32
101349-102 Hand pump
A3D-0015 Test gauge, 150 PSI
Instrument fluid and pipe sealant
Table 7. Fluid and sealant
Part Number Description
A-11 Instrument fluid, red
880190-009 Pipe sealant, Teflon
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B SI Unit Conversion Factors
Atmospheres (atm) (standard sea level pressure)
x 101.325 = Kilopascals (kPa) absolute
x 29.92 = Inches of mercury (in Hg) at 0° C
Kilopascals (kPa)
x 0.001 = Pascals (Pa)
x 0.001 = Newtons per square meter (N/m2)
Pounds per square inch gage (PSIG)
= Pounds-force square inch (lbf/in2)

x 6.895 = Kilopascals (kPa)
Barrels, Petroleum (bbl)

x 0.1590 = Cubic metres (m3)
x 42 = U.S. gallons (U.S. gal) oil
Barrels per inch, Petroleum (bbl/in)

x 0.626 = Cubic metres per centimetre (m3/cm)
Inches (in.)
x 2.540 = Centimetres (cm)
Square Feet (ft2)

x 0.0929 = Square metres (m2)
Degrees Fahrenheit (°F)
(° F-32) x 5/9 = °C
Degrees Centigrade (°C)
(° C x 9/5) + 32 = °F
Pounds-Force (lbf av)
x 4.448 = Newtons (N)
x 0.4448 = Decanewtons (daN)
Pounds Mass per U.S. Gallon (lb/gal)
x 119.826 = Kilograms per cubic metre (kg/m3)
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Part Number Edition Date

TM-515 First September 2001

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How the weight indicator system works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Installing the weight indicator system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Selecting and changing a dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Determining the true load on the derrick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Removing and replacing the hydraulic hose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Removing and replacing the deadline diaphragm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Removing and replacing the gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Recharging the weight indicator system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Calibrating the gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

$ Illustrated Parts List 31

Deadline diaphragm components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Mounting box components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Related tools and test equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Instrument fluid and pipe sealant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

% SI Unit Conversion Factors 39

Figure 1. Weight indicator system main components

How the weight indicator system works

How the weight indicator system works

Figure 2. Gauge pointers

vernier pointer (red)

weight pointer (black)

Gauge Dial set Mounting Number Calibration Diaphragm Hose

60-2-101 D602-WE English- 100 PSI

60-2-101K D602-WK Metric- 60-200B 1 4, 6, 8 7.03 KSCM + 5% of 60-421 57-25 115 lb

Weight indicator system dimensions

Figure 3. Mounting box dimensions

Figure 4. Deadline diaphragm dimensions

Installing the weight indicator system Mounting the gauge

Installing the weight indicator system

Mounting the gauge

Figure 5. Mounting the gauge

3 feet 2-inch pipe

2-inch hex union

Mounting the gauge Installing the weight indicator system

3. Tighten a 3-foot (minimum) section of pipe (threaded on both ends) to the

Alternate mounting method

Installing the weight indicator system Installing the deadline diaphragm

Installing the deadline diaphragm

Figure 6. Installing the diaphragm on the deadline

7/8-inch line – no shim

7/8-inch and 1-1/8-inch line: 1-1/4-inch line:

Installing the deadline diaphragm Installing the weight indicator system

Make sure the concave center of the diaphragm’s deflection plug is

Caution Do not use a wrench to tighten the hand crank — hand-tighten

Setting the gauge dampers to reduce pointer oscillation

Adjust the pulsation dampers on the gauge to achieve a minimum of pointer

Figure 7. Gauge dampers

If a pointer is too sluggish, turn the appropriate damper stem

Selecting and changing a dial

Selecting and changing a dial

Table 1. Selecting the correct dial