Manual 9405B

OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MSP 29 1/2" - 500 psi
Diverter

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PREFACE

The information in this manual is applicable to all any questions arise concerning the information in this
models of Hydril's MSP 29 1/2"-500 psi diverters. If manual, contact Hydril at the following address:

Hydril Company LP
Hydril Technology Center
3300 North Sam Houston Parkway East
Houston, Texas 77032-3411
P.O. Box 60458, Houston, Texas 77205-0458
Phone: (281) 449-2000
Toll Free: (800) 231-0023 (U.S.A. and Canada Only)
FAX: (281) 985- 2828
Web: www.hydril.com
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CONTENTS

PAGE
Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii

SECTION 1.0 – INSTALLATION AND OPERATION

1.1 Principle of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
1.2 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
1.2.1 Surface Hookup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
1.2.2. Surface Stripping Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

SECTION 2.0 – PHYSICAL DATA

2.1 Engineering Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
2.2 Bolt and Wrench Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
2.3 Inside Dimensions (All Models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
2.4 Outside Dimensions (New Congiguration) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
2.5 Outside Dimensions (Old Configuration) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4

SECTION 3.0 – PACKING UNITS AND SEALS

3.1 Packing Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
3.1.1 Packing Unit Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
3.1.2 Packing Unit Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
3.1.3 Splitting Packing Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
3.1.4 Packing Unit Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
3.2 Seals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3

SECTION 4.0 – MAINTENANCE AND TESTING

4.1 Maintenance Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
4.2 Seal Testing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

SECTION 5.0 – DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY

5.1 Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
5.2 Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

SECTION 6.0 – PARTS AND STORAGE

6.1 Parts List (New Configuration) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
6.2 Parts List (Old Configuration) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
6.3 Diverter Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
6.4 Rubber Goods Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4

Please contact Hydril Presure Control Equipment for any assistance or questions concerning the information in this
manual. All information contained in this manual is the exclusive property of Hydril Company LP.

R HYDRIL COMPANY LP/P.O. Box 60458/Houston, Texas 77205

Phone: (281) 449-2000 / Toll Free: (800) 231-0023 (U.S.A. & Canada)
FAX: (281) 985-2828 / Web: www.hydril.com

©2001 Hydril Company LP Printed In The USA December 12 2001 Rev. B, June 2002
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1.0 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION

1.1 Principle of Operation

LOCKING PLATE

HEAD

PACKING UNIT

SLEEVE

PISTON

BODY

NEW CONFIGURATION*

HEAD GUSSET

BODY GUSSET

PISTON GUSSET

* NOTE: The main difference between the new and

old configurations is that the new configuration does
OLD CONFIGURATION*
not contain gussets on the body, head, and piston.
And except for some minor differences in the internal
parts, the configurations are the same. Refer to the
parts list in the Parts And Storage Section for a
comparison of parts.

Figure 1-1 Cross-section of MSP With Packing Unit Fully Open

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The Hydril 29 1/2" - 500 psi diverter is an annular type

diverter which will close and seal off on tubulars in the
wellbore or completely seal off the open hole to full
rated working pressure by compression of a rein-
forced packing unit. This diverter has been devel-
oped for use on surface installations.
Hydraulic pressure applied to the closing cham-
ber raises the piston forcing the packing unit into a
sealing engagement. Closing pressure must be
maintained as wellbore pressure (or test pressure)
acting on the piston from below the sealed off packing
unit decreases the closing force. During well control
operations, drill pipe can be rotated and tool joints
stripped through a closed packing unit while main-
taining a full seal on the pipe.
Any normal closing unit having a separate pres-
sure regulator valve for the annular blowout preventer
and sufficient accumulator volume (see Section 2.1 of
this manual for closing chamber volume) can be used
to operate the MSP diverter. The hydraulic operating Packing
fluid may be clean, light petroleum hydraulic oil, or Unit
water with a water soluble oil added. In cold climates,
anti-freeze should be added to prevent freezing.
The closing time of the diverter is determined by
the rate at which the hydraulic fluid can be delivered
to the closing chamber. Minimum closing time is
achieved by using short, large diameter control lines,
large bore control valves, and a large accumulator Piston
volume. An excessively high setting on the pressure
regulator valve will have little effect on the diverter
closing time.

Figure 1-2
Upward force exerted by the piston squeezes
packing unit rubber inward into a sealing
engagement.
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Figure 1-3 Figure 1-4

Cutaway view of MSP diverter with packing unit fully Cutaway view of MSP diverter with packing unit
open. The Hydril MSP opens to full bore to allow closed on drill pipe. The packing unit seals off on tool
passage of large-diameter tools through open bore joint, pipe, casing, or wireline to rated pressure.
as well as maximum annulus flow of drilling fluids.
Packing unit returns to full open position due to
normal resiliency of rubber packing unit.

Figure 1-5 Figure 1-6

Cutaway view of MSP diverter with packing unit Cutaway view of MSP diverter with packing unit
closed on square kelly. The packing unit seals off on closed on open hole. Complete closure of packing
square or hexagonal kellys to rated pressure. unit safely holds well pressure, without leakage, equal
to the rated working pressure of the diverter.
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1.2 Operation

1.2.1 Surface Hookup

The surface hookup of the MSP shown in Figure 1-7
connects the hydraulic operating pressure to the
closing chamber of the BOP.
Pressure applied to the closing chamber raises
the piston and effects the initial seal between the
packing unit and drill pipe. Closing pressure must be
maintained . Well pressure or test pressure also acts
on the piston below the sealed off packing unit to Closing
decrease the closing force acting on the packing unit. Chamber
The Control Pressure Graph, Figure 1-9, shows Line
the relationship of closing pressure and well pressure
required to effect optimum seal off for the MSP
29 1/2"-500 diverter.
During normal drilling operations, it is recom-
mended that the pressure regulator valve for the
MSP be set at the initial closing pressure shown for
the size pipe being used. This pressure will ensure
that initial seal off is achieved should a "kick" be Figure 1-7
encountered.
During diverter testing operations, once initial
seal off is achieved, closing pressure should be Control
maintained as well pressure is increased. System

CAUTION: The MSP 29 1/2" - 500 diverter is sensi-

tive to its position relative to the control system. If the
control system is located at a level higher than the
Hydrostatic Head
closing chamber of the diverter, the hydrostatic head
of the operating fluid may be sufficient to prevent the
piston from coming completely down. This will pre-
vent the packing unit from opening to full bore. For
these situations, the installation of a spring-activated
normally closed 2-way valve rated for 3000 psi in the
closing line to drain the fluid head is recommended
(refer to Figure 1-8). Be sure to drain the fluid into a
container.

Closing
Chamber

Spring To Close
2-Way Valve

Figure 1-8
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500

400

Max. Operating Pressure

5"
WELL PRESSURE – PSI

PIPE
300
12"
PIPE
200
OPEN
HOLE
100

0
0 500 1000 1500 1750

CLOSING PRESSURE – PSI

Figure 1-9 Operating Curves - MSP 29 1/2" - 500 PSI Diverter

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1.2.2 Surface Stripping Operations

During well control operations, drill pipe can be ro-

tated and tool joints stripped through a closed MSP
packing unit while maintaining a full seal off on the
pipe. Rotation or stripping through a closed and
sealed packing unit will shorten its life. Longest life for
the packing unit is obtained by adjusting the closing
forces low enough to maintain a seal on the drill pipe
with a slight amount of drilling fluid leakage as the tool
joint passes through the packing unit. This drilling
fluid leakage indicates optimum seal off for minimum
packing unit wear and provides lubrication for the drill
pipe motion through the packing unit. Closing
Chamber
Slow tool joint stripping speeds reduce surge Line
pressures, prolonging packing unit life. The pressure
regulator valve should be set to provide and maintain
the proper control pressure. If the pressure regulator
valve does not respond fast enough for effective
diverter control, a surge absorber (accumulator) should
be installed in the closing chamber control line adja-
cent to the diverter. Precharge the accumulator to
one-half of the closing pressure required to effect a Figure 1-10
seal off at the existing well pressure for the pipe size
in use.

CAUTION: Rotation of drill pipe in one position

generates heat which is detrimental to the packing
unit if continued for a long period of time.
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2.0 PHYSICAL DATA

2.1 Engineering Data

English Metric
Bore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 1/2 inches 749 mm
Working Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 500 psi 34.5 Bar
Shell Test Pressure (Factory Test Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800 psi 55.2 Bar
Closing Chamber Test Pressure (Factory Test Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2,275 psi 157 Bar
Volume—Closing Chamber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 gallons 228 liters
Piston Stroke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 9/16 inches 344 mm
Port Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.25 - 11.5 NPT 1.25 - 11.5 NPT
Weight-Single (Approximate—varies with connections) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24,500 lb 11,116 kg
Pad Eye Safe Working Load (Each) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27,000 lb 12.25 Tonne
Normal Operating Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1500 psi 104 Bar

2.2 Bolt and Wrench Data

Ref. Description Thread Wrench Recommended
No.* Size Torque (Lb/Ft)**

18 Pipe Plug 1 1/4 - 11 1/2 NPT 3/4 SNUG

19 Cap Screw .750 - 10 UNC 1 1/8 SNUG

21 Pipe Plug 1/2 - 14 NPT 3/8 SNUG

* Refer to Figure 6 -1.

** Torques based on use of Never-Seez lubricant.
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2.3 Inside Dimensions (All Models)

L H
C
E

J
B

NOMINAL
DIMENSION A B C D E F

Bore O.D. I.D. I.D. Top of Body I.D.

Upper Upper Piston To Top of Lower
Piston Body Sleeve Body

INCHES 29.50 65.73 65.75 33.75 33.41 50.00

NOMINAL
DIMENSION G H J K L

Piston Top of Packing Stroke Head Height

Height Sleeve to Unit
Bottom of Height
Head

INCHES 32.44 15.20 15.00 13 .56 15.00

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2.4 Outside Dimensions (New Configuration)

NOMINAL DIMENSIONS —INCHES

A B C D E F G H J
82.50 72.00 15.00 40.06 8.41 43.00 54.00 69.00 67.84
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2.5 Outside Dimensions (Old Configuration)

NOMINAL DIMENSIONS —INCHES

A B C D E F G H J
82.50 75.00 13.38 28.19 8.38 43.00 54.00 69.00 67.81
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3.0 PACKING UNITS AND SEALS

3.1 Packing Units

The heart of the MSP diverter is the packing unit (refer to number with the suffix NR (refer to Figure 3-1).
Figure 3-1). The unit is manufactured by Hydril from high Nitrile Rubber (a synthetic compound) is for use with
quality rubber, reinforced with flanged steel segments. oil-base or oil-additive drilling fluids. It provides the best
Each unit has a large volume of tough, feedable rubber to service with oil-base muds, when operated at tempera-
meet any requirement. tures between 20oF to 190oF (–7oC to 88oC). The nitrile
The molded-in steel segments have flanges at the top rubber packing unit is identified by a red colored band and
and bottom. These segments anchor the packing unit a serial number with the suffix NBR .
within the diverter and control rubber extrusion and flow Seals for Hydril diverters are manufactured from a
when sealing off well pressures. Since the rubber is special nitrile rubber material which provides long, trouble-
confined and kept under compression, it is resistant to free service in sealing against oil gas, or water. Best
tears and abrasion. service is provided between 20oF to 190oF (-7oC to 88oC).
Expected H2S Service does not affect selection of
packing unit material. H2S service will reduce the service
3.1.1 Packing Unit Selection life of rubber products, but the best overall service life is
Because of the importance of the packing unit to the obtained by matching the packing unit material with the
operation of the diverter and to the safety of the crew and requirements of the specific drilling fluid.
rig, only genuine Hydril packing units should be used as Performance of elastomeric materials can vary signifi-
replacements for original equipment. All Hydril packing cantly, depending on the nature and extent of exposure to
units are tested to full rated pressure at the factory as part hydrogen sulfide. The operator should monitor pressure
of a rigid standard acceptance test before being furnished sealing integrity frequently to assure no performance deg-
to the consumer. radation has occurred.
Packing units for Hydril diverters are manufactured Storage Conditions are important for realizing the
from compounded natural rubber or nitrile rubber. maximum life of the packing unit. Packing units should be
Natural Rubber is compounded for drilling with wa- stored in a cool, dry dark storage area. Atmosphere, light,
ter-base drilling fluids. Natural rubber can be used at and heat accelerate deterioration of rubber goods. It is
operating temperatures between –30oF to 225oF (–35oC to also essential to practice first-in, first-out when storing
107oC). When properly applied, the compounded natural packing units. Other significant storage factors are cov-
rubber packing unit will usually provide the longest service ered in Section 6.3 of this manual.
life. This all-black packing unit is identified by a serial

Packing Unit
Flanged Steel
Segments

Figure 3-1. Packing Unit Construction

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3.1.2 Packing Unit Replacement

Refer to Section 5.0, Disassembly and Assembly for de-
tailed instructions on installing and replacing the packing
unit.

3.1.3 Splitting Packing Units

Packing unit replacement is also possible with the pipe in
the hole. After removing the worn packing unit, cut the new
packing unit completely and smoothly through one side
between any two steel segments preferably 90o from eye-
bolt holes to achieve easier handing (refer to Figure 3-2).
The cut should be made with a sharp knife as this will not
affect the efficiency of the packing unit. Spring segment
apart with a pry bar to put rubber in tension for easier
cutting. Do Not use a saw or other rough cutting tool.
Spring packing unit open sufficiently to pass around the
pipe as shown in Figure 3-3), drop the unit into position in
diverter body, and install the head.

NOTE: The packing unit should be split only in the case of

an emergency. The packing unit should be replaced as
soon as possible with a unit that has not been split.

Figure 3-3. Split Packing Unit After Being Placed

Around Pipe

3.1.4 Packing Unit Testing

Proper procedure for pressure testing any diverter ensures
subsequent seal-off and maximum packing unit life. Reli-
able pressure seal-off tests are made by closing the pack-
ing unit with prescribed closing chamber pressure on 4 1/2-
inch or 5-inch test pipe. Optimum packing unit life is
obtained by testing at low rubber stress levels. Minimum
Figure 3-2. Proper Method for Cutting Through packing unit stress is achieved by use of the minimum
Packing Unit With a Sharp Knife closing chamber pressure that will initiate and maintain
seal-off on the recommended size test pipe. The MSP
diverter is designed to operate with closing pressure main-
tained on the closing chamber during all seal-off opera-
tions.
Closing pressure required to effect seal-off may vary
between individual packing units. Begin the test with the
recommended closing pressure (see Figure 1-8).
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3.2 Seals
The seal rings for Hydril diverters are manufactured from be added to prevent freezing.
a special synthetic rubber material for long trouble-free The types of seal rings used are dynamic and static
sealing service. To prevent seal damage, Do Not use (refer to Figure 3-4). The dynamic seals are all molded lip-
synthetic fluids in the hydraulic operating system. The type, pressure-energized rings. The static seals are of O-
hydraulic operating fluid may be clean, light petroleum ring or square ring configuration. For seal replacement
hydraulic oil with aniline point higher than 160oF, or water procedure, refer to Section 5.2. For seal maintenance and
with soluble oil added. In cold climates, antifreeze should testing, refer to Section 4.

DYNAMIC SEALS STATIC SEALS

DOUBLE U-SEAL
(Cross-section
With
Nonextrusion U-SEAL O-RING SQUARE RING
Rings) (Cross-section) (Cross-section) (Cross-section)

Figure 3-4. Dynamic and Static Seals Cross-section

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4.0 MAINTENANCE AND TESTING

4.1 Maintenance Procedure

Prior to placing the MSP diverter into service, the following 3. Inspect the vertical bore for wear and damage from drill
visual inspections (as noted in Figure 4-1) should be string and drill tools - especially in the area of the ring
performed. grooves. If wear is excessive, the area must be repaired.
1. Inspect the upper and lower connections for pitting, 4. Check the inner body sleeve for wear, damage, and
wear, and damage - especially in ring grooves and stud bolt looseness. Check slots in inner body sleeve for cuttings
holes. Worn or damaged ring grooves must be welded, which may restrict piston movement.
machined, and stress relieved in a Hydril authorized ma- 5. Check the piston for damage and wear - especially the
chine shop. seal surfaces for pits and vertical scores and the tapered
NOTE: The Hydril MSP diverter is a primary pressure bowl for pits and gouges.
vessel. As supplied, the diverter surfaces exposed to Remove minor pits and scores on the walls with emery
well bore fluids meet the requirements for H2S service. cloth. Coat the repaired surface with silicone grease or
Proper handling and repair are required to maintain the castor oil. Severe pits and scores that require machining
original integrity. Field welding is not recommended and/or welding must be repaired in a Hydril authorized
as it induces undesirable stresses which must be machine shop. Remove sharp or rolled edges with emery
relieved by proper heat treating procedures or con- cloth or a grinder. The repair is satisfactory when the
trolled by special welding procedures. surface is relatively smooth.
2. Check the body for wear and damage - especially in the 6. Inspect the packing unit for wear, cracking, hardness,
internal cylinder walls for pits and vertical scores. Check and correct elastomer composition. Refer to Section 3 for
the head for damage to the surface that contacts the packing unit information and Section 3.1.4 for packing unit
packing unit. Remove minor pits and scores with emery testing.
cloth. Coat the repaired surface with silicone grease or 7. Check the seal rings for nicks, cuts, fraying of lips, and
castor oil. Severe pits and scores that require machining abrasion. Replace worn or damaged seal rings. Refer to
and/or welding must be repaired in a Hydril authorized Paragraph 3.2.1 for seal testing.
machine shop.

1 2
3

6
7
5
2

3
7
1
Figure 4-1 Areas and Parts Requiring Maintenance
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4.2 Seal Testing

When it is known or suspected that a seal within the

MSP Diverter is leaking, it is recommended that all the
seals be replaced. However, if only the seal in
question is to be replaced, it must first be determined
which seal is leaking. The following procedure is
provided:
28F
1. Test seals 13, 28B, 28C, and 28A (Lower)
a. Pressurize closing chamber. Test pressure
to be the closing pressure required for the
size test pipe of a packing unit, if installed
(1500 psi if no packing unit is installed).
IF: Closing fluid is seen coming out the port in
the body, seal 28B and 28C are leaking.
IF: Closing fluid is seen coming from the slots in 28D
the body sleeve, seal 28A (lower) is leaking.
IF: Closing fluid is seen coming from the bottom
of the body sleeve, seal 13 is leaking.
2. Test seals 28A(Upper), 28D, and 28F.
a. Closing chamber open.
b. Pressurize the body to 500 psi with blind
flanges installed on top and bottom connec-
tions.
IF: Fluid is seen coming from around head, seal
28F (head) is leaking.
IF: Fluid is seen coming from port in the body (or 28B
gusset), seal 28D (piston) is leaking.
IF: Fluid is seen coming from closing chamber, 28C
seal 28A (upper) is leaking.
3. For packing unit testing, see Section 4.3
28A (Upper)

28A (Lower)
4.3 Packing Unit Testing
13
Refer to Section 3.1.4 for packing unit testing proce-
dures.
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5.0 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY

5.1 Disassembly WARNING: STAND CLEAR OF ESCAPING PRES-

Refer to Figure 5-1 while following this procedure. SURE TO AVOID INJURY.

5.1.1 Vent all Pressure 5.1.2 Remove the Head (Item 2)

Vent the closing chamber to atmosphere ensuring To remove the head, install the head assembly tool
that no trapped pressure exists which will cause injury (Hydril Part No. 1001576) onto the head so that the
to personnel and/or damage to equipment. Open the two beams are in a cross arrangement.
valves in the control system to exhaust the pressure Using the long studs provided, tighten down the
and/or loosen the hydraulic connections to allow the beams to depress the head (item 2).
pressure to leak out.

19 5 6 2

28F

28D

25
1
28C

28B

28C

28A

28A

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Remove the locking plates (items 5 and 6)held in segment of the piston (item 3).
place by the cap screws (item 19). Install the U-seals (item 28A) on the lower ID
After the locking plates have been removed, segment of the piston.
loosen the four hold down nuts. The head (item 2) will Install the U-seal (item 28D) on the upper seg-
be forced up by the packing element. When the ment of the piston.
upward force has been relieved, remove the head Lubricate all mating surfaces before lowering the
assembly tool, install eyebolts in the holes provided in piston into the body (item 1). Bolt the lifting lugs to the
the flange, remove the head, and then the packing top of the piston. Ensure that the piston is aligned
element. vertically with the body prior to lowering. With proper
vertical alignment, the piston will slide its normal
5.1.3 Remove the Piston (Item 3) stroke to the bottom of the preventer body. CAU-
Hydraulic pressure can be applied to lift the piston TION: Be careful not to damage the seals during
(item 3). Only a few pounds pressure will be required assembly.
to lift the piston. Normal city water pressure is usually Remove the lifting lugs.
sufficient. Bolt the lifting lugs to the top of the piston
and remove. 5.2.3 Install the Packing Unit
Lubricate the piston bowl with silicone grease or
5.2 Assembly castor oil.
Lift the packing unit and set it into the piston bowl.
Refer to Figure 5-1 while following this procedure.
5.2.4 Install the Head (Item 2)
5.2.1 Clean and Inspect All Parts Before Assem-
Install the O-ring (item 28F) in the seal groove on the
bly
outside of the preventer head (item 2).
Ensure that working surfaces are free of burrs, rough
Lift the head onto the body (item 1).
edges, or other defects.
Install the head assembly tool across the top of
Inspect all seals and replace any damaged seals
the body and depress the head to install the locking
or seals in use over one year.
rings (items 5 and 6). Bolt the locking rings in place
Coat all seals and non-extrusion rings with sili-
using the cap screws (item 19) before removing the
cone grease or castor oil before installation. CAU-
head assembly tool.
TION: Use of petroleum base oil or grease will reduce
seal life.

5.2.2 Install the Piston (Item 3)

Install the lower double U-seal (item 28B) and the
non extrusion rings (item 28C) on the lower OD
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6.0 PARTS AND STORAGE

6.1 Parts List – New Configuration (Reference Figure 6-1)

Item No. Part Number
Part Name
No. Req.
Model C Model B
Assembly 3107994 3106275-0103
1 Body 1 3109761 3109374
2 Head 1 3107999 1002663-03
3 Piston 1 3108002 3106273
4 Sleeve 1 3108001 1002667
5 Plate, Locking 6 1002669 1002669
6 Plate, Locking 6 1002670 1002670
7 Lever Assy. (Not Shown) 1 NA NA
8 Pointer Assy. (Not Shown) 1 NA NA
9 Set Screw (Not Shown) 1 NA NA
10 Washer (Not Shown) 1 NA NA
11 Tag, Open 1 NA NA
12 Wiper Ring (Not Shown) 1 NA NA
13t O-Ring, Sleeve 1 1920085 1920085
15 Nameplate (Not Shown) 1 1920042 1920042
17 Tag, Closing (Not Shown) 1 1002536 1002536
18 Plug, Pipe (Not Shown) 2 1900065-08 1900065-08
19 Screw, Cap 12 1900049-12016 1900049-12016
20 Screw, Drive (Not Shown) 8 1900061-12 1900061-12
21 Plug, Pipe, (Not Shown) 1 1900065-05 1900065-05
25 Screw, Set 1 1900081-406 1900081-406
28At Ring, U-Seal 2 1002684 1002684
28Bt Ring, Double U-Seal 1 3106272 3106272
28Ct Ring, Non Extrusion 2 3106271 3106271
28Dt Ring, U-Seal 1 3106274 3106274
28Ft O-Ring 1 46742 46742
29t O-Ring, Piston (Not Shown) 1 NA NA
30t U-Seal, Outer (Not Shown) 1 NA NA
t t Seal Kit 1 3106283 1002681
t t Packing Unit-Synthetic 1 1003275-02 1003275-02
-Rubber 1 1003275-01 1003275-01
Accessory Kit 1 3106275-AK 3106275-AK
Stud Bolt 56 1900096-F 1900096-F
Hex Nut 56 1900035-E 1900096-E

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6.2 Parts List – Old Configuration (Reference Figure 6-1)

Item No. Part Number
Part Name
No. Req.
Model C Model B Model A

Assembly 3107994 3106275-0103 1002660-0103

1 Body 1 3107995-01 1002661-01 1002661-01
2 Head 1 3107999 1002663-03 1002663-03
3 Piston 1 3108002 3106273 1002665
4 Sleeve 1 3108001 1002667 1002667
5 Plate, Locking 6 1002669 1002669 1002669
6 Plate, Locking 6 1002670 1002670 1002670
7 Lever Assy. (Not Shown) 1 NA 1002671 1002671
8 Pointer Assy. (Not Shown) 1 NA 1002675 1002675
9 Set Screw (Not Shown) 1 NA 1900056-608 1900056-608
10 Washer (Not Shown) 1 NA 1002680 1002680
11 Tag, Open 1 NA 48565 48565
12 Wiper Ring (Not Shown) 1 NA 1002682 1002682
13▼ O-Ring, Sleeve 1 1920085 1920085 1920085
15 Nameplate (Not Shown) 1 1920042 1920042 NA
17 Tag, Closing (Not Shown) 1 1002536 1002536 1002536
18 Plug, Pipe (Not Shown) 2 1900065-08 1900065-08 1900065-05
19 Screw, Cap 12 1900049-12016 1900049-12016 1900049-12016
20 Screw, Drive (Not Shown) 8 1900061-12 1900061-12 1900061-12
21 Plug, Pipe, (Not Shown) 1 1900065-05 1900065-05 1900065-05
25 Screw, Set 1 1900081-406 1900081-406 1900081-406
28A▼ Ring, U-Seal 2 1002684 1002684 1002684
28B▼ Ring, Double U-Seal 1 3106272 3106272 NA
28C▼ Ring, Non Extrusion 2 3106271 3106271 NA
28D▼ Ring, U-Seal 1 3106274 3106274 NA
28F▼ O-Ring 1 46742 46742 46742
29▼ O-Ring, Piston (Not Shown) 1 NA NA 46742
30▼ U-Seal, Outer (Not Shown) 1 NA NA 46533
▼▼ Seal Kit 1 3106283 3106283 1002681
▼▼ Packing Unit-Synthetic 1 1003275-02 1003275-02 1003275-02
-Rubber 1 1003275-01 1003275-01 1003275-01
Accessory Kit 1 3106275-AK 3106275-AK 3106275-AK
Stud Bolt 56 1900096-F 1900096-F 1900096-F
Hex Nut 56 1900035-E 1900096-E 1900096-E

▼ Included in Seal Kit. ▼▼ Recommended Spares – One Year Foreign Service.

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19 5 6 2

28F

28D

4
1

25

28B

28C

28A

13

Figure 6-1 MSP 29 1/2" - 500 PSI Diverter

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6.3 Diverter Storage Factors that accelerate the deterioration of rub-

At the conclusion of each well or prior to placing the ber goods are atmosphere, light and heat. The term
diverter in storage for even a brief period, it is recom- "aging" means cumulative effects of all three attack-
mended that the diverter be disassembled, cleaned, ing agents over a period of time. Other factors that
inspected, lubricated thoroughly with non-petroleum will affect rubber goods include stretching or bending
base oil such as cast oil or rapeseed oil, and reas- from normal shape, extreme cold, chemical reactions
sembled. Replacement of worn packing units, or with solvents and petroleum products.
packers, seat rings, and other parts can be made Exposure to the atmosphere allows oxygen to
conveniently at this time. react with the rubber goods. Ozone (O3), a very
Flange or hub faces and ring grooves should be active form of oxygen, is especially detrimental to
protected with covers, and ports should be plugged. rubber goods. The principal sources of ozone con-
tributing to rubber goods deterioration are: (1) atmo-
6.4 Rubber Goods Storage spheric ozone, and (2) ozone created by electrical
The term rubber goods includes synthetic compounds discharges such as lighting, high voltage corona, or
such as Nitril Copolymers and Neoprene, as well as electrical machinery. Points of strain in rubber goods
natural rubber parts. attacked first by ozone and will be characterized by
The ideal storage situation for rubber goods deep cracks. Ozone and normal oxygen (O2) will
would be in vacuum-sealed containers maintained in attack rubber goods much as steel rusts. Oxidation
a cool, dry, dark storage area. is characterized by a hard skin which eventually
The following recommendations will allow ven- crazes in small cracks and may turn chalky or assume
dors and users of oil field equipment to maximize a bark-like appearance.
normally available storage facilities for rubber goods. Strong, direct light, especially sunlight, has a
1. Keep the rubber storage area as dark as harmful effect on rubber goods. The ultraviolet con-
possible - preferably indoors, not outdoors, and away tent of the light spectrum accelerates cracking. Light,
from direct sunlight, skylights, windows, and direct especially sunlight, is undesirable and should be
artifical lighting. avoided at all times.
2. Select a cool location (approximately 65oF) Heat, whether the result of sunlight, artificial or
that is away from heaters, stoves, and direct blasts of accidental heating, will also have harmful effects
space heaters. upon rubbers goods. Heat results in a gradual
3. Keep rubber goods away from electrical ma- hardening of the rubber goods. The process is greatly
chinery (motors, switch gear, or any high voltage accelerated when ozone or oxygen is present.
equipment producing corona). Avoid locations sus- In extremely cold climates, some rubber goods
ceptible to drafts that will carry the atmosphere from will become so brittle that they will shatter when
electrical machinery to the rubber goods storage dropped or handled roughly.
area. Any stretching or bending of rubber goods in
4. The practice of first-in, first-out is essential with storage from a relaxed, normal shape will result in
rubber goods. accelerated aging or cracking.
5. Store rubber goods in a relaxed position in Rubber goods, both natural and synthetic, pos-
their normal shape. For example, do not hang O- sess some degree of susceptibility to deterioration
Rings on nails. Do not keep assemblies in stretched from various solvents, especially oil field liquid hydro-
attitudes, e.g., O-Rings on glands, BOP testers, and carbons. These materials cause swelling/shrinkage
operator parts. of the rubber goods with which they are in contact.
6. Rubber goods storage areas should be kept as Since the aging of a rubber product is dependent
dry as possible. Remove oil, grease or other foreign upon all of the above factors, plus its size, specific
materials form the storage area to preclude spillage composition, and function, no precise figure is avail-
on rubber goods. able for "storage life." Generally, the greater the ratio
7. If storage for extended periods is anticipated, of surface area to volume, the more susceptible a part
sealed containers are recommended. Impervious is to being rendered useless by aging. For example,
surface coverings such as waxing will increase shelf a relatively large part (by volume), such as a packing
life. unit, might be expected to have a much longer useful
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shelf life than a thin-walled, large diameter O-Ring.

No general rule can be drawn regarding usability.
A large, heavy part might suffer the same total
amount of aging as a small, light piece and still be
usable, whereas the light piece would be rendered
useless. Thus, judgement becomes the rule and
where there is doubt - replace the part.
Prior to using rubber goods that have been stored
for periods of time, these checks should be made:
1. Is there "chalking" or "barking?"
2. Has the part developed a "hard skin?"
3. Do cracks appear? Do cracks appear when
the part is stretched? (Sometimes cracks will be
obvious; stretch or bend the part in question so that
any incipient cracks or very thin cracks will be re-
vealed).
4. Will suspect part pass a hardness test with a
Shore "A" Durometer? (In the event that the hardness
runs 15 points higher than the normal hardness of the
part, it is considered nonusable). NOTE: Hardness is
affected by temperature, and readings should be
taken with the rubber part at 70o to 100oF. The
hardness measurement should be made on a flat
surface of the rubber part having a minimum thick-
ness of 1/4 inch.
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