fann 210194 User manual

Fann Instrument Company
Stirring Fluid Loss
Manual
Manual 100031980, Revision F
Instrument No. 210194

100031980 Revision F 2
Stirring Fluid Loss Manual
©2022 Fann Instrument Company
Houston, Texas, USA
All rights reserved. No part of this work covered by the copyright hereon may be reproduced or
copied in any form or by any means (graphic, electronic, or mechanical) without first receiving the
written permission of Fann Instrument Company, Houston, Texas, USA.
Printed in USA.
The information contained in this document includes concepts, methods, and apparatus which may be
covered by U.S. Patents. Fann Instrument Company reserves the right to make improvements in
design, construction, and appearance of our products without prior notice.
FANN®and the FANN logo are registered trademarks of Fann Instrument Company in the United
States and/or other countries. All other trademarks mentioned in the operating instructions are the
exclusive property of the respective manufacturers.
Contact FANN
Phone
TELEPHONE: [phone]
TOLL FREE: 800-347-0450
FAX: [phone]
Mail
Fann Instrument Company
P.O. Box 4350
Houston, Texas, 77210 USA
Location
Fann Instrument Company
14851 Milner Road, Gate 5
Houston, Texas, 77032, USA
Online
www.fann.com
[e-mail]

Stirring Fluid Loss Manual
100031980 Revision F 3
Table of Contents
1Introduction.....................................................................................................7
1.1 Document Conventions...........................................................................8
2 Safety..............................................................................................................9
2.1 Safe Pressurization .................................................................................9
2.2 Safe Heating............................................................................................9
2.3 Safe Electrical Operation.......................................................................10
2.4 Safe Test Cell Maintenance ..................................................................10
3 Features and Specifications..........................................................................11
3.1 Stirring Fluid Loss Mechanical...............................................................13
3.2 Stirring Fluid Loss Controls ...................................................................15
4 Installation.....................................................................................................19
5 Operation......................................................................................................20
5.1 Pre-test the Instrument..........................................................................20
5.2 Load the Sample Chamber....................................................................22
5.3 Preheat the Sample Chamber...............................................................23
5.4 Start the Stirring Fluid Loss Test...........................................................25
5.5 End the Stirring Fluid Loss Test ............................................................26
5.6 Disassemble and Clean Equipment ......................................................28
5.7 Reassemble Equipment ........................................................................28
6 Test Analysis ................................................................................................30
6.1 References............................................................................................30
6.2 Results ..................................................................................................30
6.3 Variations ..............................................................................................30
6.4 Filtrate Volume......................................................................................30
6.5 Calculations...........................................................................................31
6.6 Reporting...............................................................................................31
7 Troubleshooting and Maintenance................................................................32
7.1 Preventive Maintenance........................................................................32
7.2 Packing Replacement ...........................................................................32
7.3 Temperature Controller and Heating Jacket..........................................33
7.4 Pressure and Motor Check....................................................................34
7.5 Filtrate Condenser.................................................................................35
7.6 Troubleshooting.....................................................................................36
8 Parts List.......................................................................................................38

Stirring Fluid Loss Manual
100031980 Revision F 4
9 Warranty and Returns...................................................................................56
9.1 Warranty................................................................................................56
9.2 Returns..................................................................................................56

Stirring Fluid Loss Manual
100031980 Revision F 5
List of Figures
Figure 3-1 Stirring Fluid Loss Assembly........................................................................12
Figure 3-2 Paddle Shaft and Cell Cap...........................................................................14
Figure 3-3 Reservoir components .................................................................................14
Figure 3-4 Filtrate Condenser Chamber, Standard........................................................15
Figure 3-5 Filtrate Condenser Chamber, Back Pressure...............................................15
Figure 3-6 Electrical Controls........................................................................................16
Figure 3-7 Pressure and Coolant Controls ....................................................................17
Figure 4-1 Back Panel...................................................................................................19
Figure 5-1 Flexible Drive Shaft......................................................................................21
Figure 5-2 Brass Spacer and O-ring in Sample Chamber..............................................22
Figure 5-3 Screen and O-ring in Sample Chamber........................................................23
Figure 5-4 Thermocouple inserted in sample cell..........................................................24
Figure 5-5 Filtrate Unit connected to the Sample Chamber...........................................25
Figure 5-6 Coolant Valve open for water flow................................................................26
Figure 5-7 Coolant Valve in off position.........................................................................27
Figure 5-8 Coolant Valve open for air flow.....................................................................27
Figure 8-1 Stirring Fluid Loss Assembly........................................................................39
Figure 8-2 Electrical Diagram, 278.00267 Rev N...........................................................42
Figure 8-3 Mainframe Assembly, Front View.................................................................44
Figure 8-4 Mainframe Assembly, Rear View .................................................................45
Figure 8-5 Heating Jacket Assembly Schematic, Part 1 of 2 .........................................47
Figure 8-6 Heating Jacket Assembly Schematic, Part 2 of 2 .........................................48
Figure 8-7 Chamber Assembly......................................................................................50
Figure 8-8 Manifold System, Water/Nitrogen.................................................................52
Figure 8-9 Filtrate Chamber Assembly, Standard..........................................................54
Figure 8-10 Filtrate Chamber Assembly, Back Pressure...............................................55

Stirring Fluid Loss Manual
100031980 Revision F 6
List of Tables
Table 3-1 Stirring Fluid Loss Test Assembly Specifications...........................................13
Table 7-1 Preventive Maintenance Schedule ................................................................32
Table 7-2 Troubleshooting Guide..................................................................................36
Table 8-1 Stirring Fluid Loss Assembly, 50/60 Hz, P/N 210194, Revision F..................38
Table 8-2 Electrical Diagram, 50/60 Hz, 100052157, Rev Q..........................................40
Table 8-3 Mainframe Assembly 50/60 Hz, 100052153, Rev G......................................43
Table 8-4 Heating Jacket Assembly, P/N 100052154, Revision G.................................46
Table 8-5 Chamber Assembly, 100020388, Rev D........................................................49
Table 8-6 Manifold System, Water/Nitrogen, P/N 100052155, Revision J .....................51
Table 8-7 Tool Kit & Instruction Manual, P/N 100052158, Revision C...........................53
Table 8-8 Filtrate Chamber Assembly, Standard, P/N 100020390, Revision D..............54
Table 8-9 Filtrate Chamber Assembly, Back Pressure, P/N 100020356, Revision B.....55

Stirring Fluid Loss Manual
100031980 Revision F 7
1 Introduction
The Stirring Fluid Loss Assembly simulates filtration at downhole conditions in a
wellbore. This test instrument determines the volume of fluid loss (filtrate) from a
cement slurry, water-based mud or fracturing fluid at a set temperature and pressure.
The test results are used to evaluate the fluid-loss control properties.
By controlling the fluid loss during cementing operations, the cement job will be
more successful. Adding various chemicals to a cement slurry will minimize fluid
loss. If fluid is lost, then cement viscosity and hydration rate will increase and
circulation rate will decrease.
The advantage of this instrument is that slurry preconditioning and testing are
performed in the same cell, eliminating the need to cool or transfer hot test slurry,
possibly changing the properties of the test slurry.
The Stirring Fluid Loss Assembly is designed for conformance with relevant
standards and practices as published by API Subcommittee 10 on Well Cements.

Stirring Fluid Loss Manual
100031980 Revision F 8
1.1 Document Conventions
The following icons are used in this manual as necesary.
NOTE. Notes emphasize additional information that may be
useful to the reader.
CAUTION. Describes a situation or practice that requires operator
awareness or action in order to avoid undesirable consequences.
MANDATORY ACTION. Gives directions that, if not observed,
could result in loss of data or in damage to equipment.
WARNING! Describes an unsafe condition or practice that if not
corrected, could result in personal injury or threat to health.
ELECTRICITY WARNING! Alerts the operator that there is risk of
electric shock.
HOT SURFACE! Alerts the operator that there is a hot surface and
that there is risk of getting burned if the surface is touched.
EXPLOSION RISK! Alerts the operator that there is risk of
explosion.

Stirring Fluid Loss Manual
100031980 Revision F 9
2 Safety
Safe operation of the Stirring Fluid Loss Test Assembly requires the operator
understand and practice the correct assembly and operation of the equipment.
Improper assembly, operation, or the use of defective parts increases the likelihood of
cell leakage or failure, which could result in serious injury and damage.
The slurry sample cell (reservoir) and the heating jacket are hot during operation.
The operator should be aware of these hot areas and avoid contact with them. Burns
can result from touching hot parts of the equipment during normal operation.
These instruments are electrically heated. As with any electric device, the wiring
should be regularly checked for bad connections. These instruments should always be
used on a grounded circuit.
The following sections discuss practices that should be observed to assure safe
operation and maintenance of the Stirring Fluid Loss Test Assembly.
2.1 Safe Pressurization
The Stirring Fluid Loss Test Assembly uses nitrogen gas to pressurize and
compressed air to cool. Nitrogen must be supplied in an approved nitrogen gas
cylinder or the nitrogen supply system must be built into the laboratory. Nitrogen
cylinders must be secured to meet safety standards.
Maintain pressure regulators in good condition. Never use oil on pressure regulators.
Leaking pressurizing systems should be repaired or replaced. Gauges, fittings and
hoses should be kept in good condition and any leaks should be promptly located and
corrected.
When pressurizing the cell, always open the supply pressure first, and then adjust the
regulator. Do not attempt to pressurize higher than the equipment is rated. When de-
pressurizing, shut off the supply pressure, bleed the system of pressure, and then back
out the regulator knob.
2.2 Safe Heating
Caution should be exercised by all personnel using the Stirring Fluid Loss Test
Assembly or working nearby to avoid accidental injury caused by touching the test
cell (reservoir) or heating jacket while it is hot. Safeguard the equipment after the test
ends long enough for it to cool. Even after the instrument has been turned off, it can
still be hot enough to cause burns.

Stirring Fluid Loss Manual
100031980 Revision F 10
2.3 Safe Electrical Operation
Make sure the electrical source is fused and grounded. Verify the power cord on the
instrument is in good condition and that it has the proper ground connection.
Electrical problems may not be obvious by looking at the equipment. If the unit blows
fuses or trips breakers, the heating time seems longer than normal or the temperature
controller does not reliably maintain temperature, then electrical repair may be
required. Refer to Section 7 Troubleshooting and Maintenance.
Always disconnect the power cable before attempting any repair.
2.4 Safe Test Cell Maintenance
The test cell (reservoir or sample chamber) and paddle cap constitute a pressure
vessel. These safety precautions should be followed to assure safe operation:
1. The cell body and cap material should be compatible with the test sample.
2. Cell bodies with cracks, severe pitting, or damaged threads must not be used.
3. Cell caps with damaged threads, paddle shaft, or blades must not be used.