GEARENCH PETOL DA1344 User manual

PETOL™ Drill Pipe Tong
DA1344
Operating Manual
GEARENCH™
P.O. Box 192
4450 South Highway 6
Clifton, Texas 76634
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
© 2018 by GEARENCH. All rights reserved
Form DA1344 revision 12-17-18

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Table of Contents
DA1344 PETOL™ Drill Pipe Tong Description................................................................ 1
Warranty ................................................................................................................................. 2
Overloading / Shock Loads / Side Loading........................................................................................................6
Environmental Conditions..................................................................................................................................7
Normal Life Expectancy.....................................................................................................................................7
Lubrication .........................................................................................................................................................8
Periodic Inspection List for PETOL™ Special Chain........................................................................................8
Operation............................................................................................................................... 11
Chain Screw Adjustment ..................................................................................................... 12
Chain Identification Guide................................................................................................... 13
Dimensions............................................................................................................................. 14
Torque and Diameter capacity............................................................................................ 15
DA1344 torque ratings and chain selection......................................................................................................15
Parts List................................................................................................................................ 16
Wear Limits........................................................................................................................... 18
Non-Destructive Evaluation................................................................................................. 19
Weld Repairs......................................................................................................................... 20

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DA1344 PETOL™ Drill Pipe Tong Description
The PETOL™ Drill Pipe Tongs were designed for making up and breaking out drill pipe,
and tubular products. The DA1344 will work diameters from 1 inches to 5 inches and up to
5,000 foot-pounds of torque.
The tongs are adjusted by exchanging chain sections and adjusting a chain screw nut to work
the various diameters.
The Drill Pipe Tongs have the following features:
A high strength, heat treated alloy chain for rugged, dependable service.
High strength alloy steels used throughout for long life with the toughest jobs.
A chain screw and nut to provide for fine adjustment of the chain.

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Warranty
What Is Covered
GEARENCH™ tools are expressly warranted to you, the purchaser, to be free of defects in material and
workmanship.
How Long Coverage Lasts
This express warranty lasts for the lifetime of the GEARENCH tool. Warranty coverage ends when the tool
becomes unusable for reasons other than defects in workmanship or material.
How Can You Get Warranty Service
To obtain the benefit of this warranty, contact a GEARENCH sales representative in Clifton, Texas.
GEARENCH · 4450 South Highway 6 · P.O. Box 192 · Clifton, TX 76634
What Will We Do To Correct Problems
Warranted products will be repaired or replaced, at GEARENCH’s option, and returned at no charge to you, the
original purchaser; or, if after three attempts at repair or replacement during the warranty period, the product
defect in material or workmanship persists, you can elect to receive a full refund of your original purchase price
for the product.
What Is Not Covered
Defects, failures or conditions that are due to normal wear and tear, abuse or misuse, are not covered by this
limited warranty. In addition, this limited warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied, verbal
or written. To the maximum extent allowed by law GEARENCH disclaims all implied warranties, including
implied warranties of merchantability and/or fitness for a particular purpose. GEARENCH also specifically
denies any liability for any incidental damages and/or consequential damages, including but not limited to
property damage to property other than the product itself, loss of sales profits, down time, costs or any other
damages measurable in money, whether or not included in the foregoing enumeration.
Please be advised that some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific rights, and you
may also have other rights, which vary from state to state, province to province, or country to country.
Are Personal Injuries Covered
In the event you, someone working for you, or any other person sustain a personal injury as a result of using the
GEARENCH tool, GEARENCH limits its potential liability for such a claim or injury to the fullest extent
allowed by law, and disclaims and denies any liability for such personal injury.
Please be advised that some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for personal injuries, so
the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you, or the individual claiming injury.
No Other Express Warranty Applies
This GEARENCH LIMITED WARRANTY is the sole and exclusive warranty, express or implied for
GEARENCH products. No employee, agent, dealer or other person is authorized to alter, modify, expand or
reduce the terms of this warranty or to make any other warranty on behalf of GEARENCH.
Law Applicable
All matters related to the sale and/or use of the GEARENCH tool that is the subject of this limited warranty,
along with the construction and enforcement of the terms of this limited warranty itself, shall be subject to the
substantive and procedural laws of the state of Texas, not the conflicts of laws provisions of Texas, but rather
the laws of Texas themselves.

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Forum Selection Clause
Any dispute arising out of the sale and/or use of the GEARENCH tool that is the subject of this limited
warranty shall be presented in the form of a claim or lawsuit to the offices of GEARENCH in Clifton, Bosque
County, Texas. No claim or suit may be brought against GEARENCH, arising out of the sale and/or use of the
tool, or arising out of the terms of this warranty, except in such forum. Purchase and/or use of the GEARENCH
tool makes you subject to the benefits and limitations of this limited warranty. Accordingly, any writ, judgment
or other enforcement, obtained from a jurisdiction, county, parish, state or federal court or other country, other
that from the forum identified above, shall be void and unenforceable against GEARENCH.
Arbitration Clause
In the event of dispute or claim arises out of the sale and/or use of the GEARENCH tool that is the subject of
this limited warranty, or arises out of the interpretation or enforcement of the terms and conditions of this
limited warranty, such dispute shall be submitted to binding arbitration pursuant to the rules of the American
Arbitration Association. If required to accomplish the purpose of this Arbitration clause, the purchaser hereby
expressly waives any right to demand trial by jury.
Complete Agreement
This express limited warranty contains the entire agreement regarding express or implied warranties related to
the GEARENCH tool that is the subject of it. No writing or language contained in the purchase order or any
other document of the purchaser, or invoice of GEARENCH or any intermediate seller, shall be construed as
modifying, in any way, the rights and liabilities contained in this limited warranty. GEARENCH expressly
disclaims any obligations expressed in any customer purchase order or document that are contrary to the terms
and limitations of this warranty.
Severability
If any term or limitation contained in this limited warranty is deemed unenforceable by law, then the term shall
be severed from the remaining portions of the limited warranty which shall remain enforceable.
All communications to GEARENCH regarding the use of the tool and any aspect of the sale of the tool of this
limited warranty should be addressed to GEARENCH.
GEARENCH · 4450 South Highway 6 · P.O. Box 192 · Clifton, TX 76634

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Safe Practices and Procedures
Responsibility
"It is the responsibility of the employer to train the employee in the proper selection and
usage of tools, chains, etc., and to ensure that they are selected and used in that manner. In
many instances, injury results because it is assumed that anybody knows how to use common
hand tools. Observations and the record show that this is not the case. A part of every job
instruction program should therefore be detailed training in the proper use of hand tools (and
of all other special tools and equipment needed to accomplish the job)." - (Source: National
Safety Council)
"Employers are responsible for the safe condition of tools and equipment used by employees,
including tools and equipment which may be furnished by employees." - (Source: OSHA
1910.242A)
Replacement Parts
Use only PETOL™ replacement parts - no other parts are of comparable strength, quality and
interchangeability.
Safety
While we pride ourselves on the quality and dependability we build into GEARENCH™
tools and products, we caution users that it is only prudent to know and follow the simple
rules of safety when using our products, or anyone else's.
Always follow safe practices and procedures in accordance with the recommendations of
OSHA, The National Safety Council (NSC), The Hand Tools Institute (HTI), The National
Association of Chain Manufacturers (NACM), The International Association of Drilling
Contractors (IADC), Etc. All applicable Governmental rules, regulations or restrictions, now
in effect or which may be promulgated, take precedence over the suggestions in this
publication. The information in this publication is designed to supplement standard safe
practices and procedures, not in lieu of, or replacement thereof.
Safe Practices
(Source: The National Safety Council)
Failure to observe one or more of the following five safe practices accounts for most hand
and powered tool accidents:
1. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GOGGLES TO PROTECT EYES
2. SELECT THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB
3. KEEP TOOLS IN GOOD CONDITION
4. USE TOOLS CORRECTLY
5. KEEP TOOLS IN A SAFE PLACE

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Safety Goggles must always be worn by persons in any area where hand and powered tools
are being used.
Never apply excess leverage to a wrench or tool by means of a "Cheater Bar". Never strike
wrenches and tools with hammers or other objects.
All tools should be kept clean, inspected on a regular basis, and replaced when they show
signs of wear.
Be especially careful not to place yourself in a position that could result in bodily injury in
the event of a failure. Brace yourself firmly and pull rather than push when wrenching. (If
necessary to push, do so with the flat of the hand rather than gripping around the wrench.)
Never stand under or near loads being hoisted off the ground.
READ SAFE PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES MANUAL, CATALOG INFORMATION
AND PRODUCT LABELING PRIOR TO OPERATION.
Spinning and drill pipe chain, cathead chain, and the PETOL™ Connecting Link attachment
are designed for the specific purpose for which the name indicates. Chains and attachments
that are to be used for any other purpose should be selected in accordance with the
recommendations of ASTM, NACM, Rigger's Handbook, and the commercial chain
manufacturer's technical manuals.
Safety Sources and Publications
In the interest of Safety the following sources of Safety information is furnished:
The Hand Tools Institute (HTI)
25 North Broadway
Tarrytown, New York 10591
[phone]
www.hti.org
The National Safety Council (NSC)
1121 Spring Lake Drive
Itasca, Illinois 60143-3201
[phone]
www.nsc.org
International Safety Council
1121 Spring Lake Drive
Itasca, Illinois 60143-3201
[phone]

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Responsibility of Distributors
IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PURCHASERS OF GEARENCH PRODUCTS TO
CONVEY THE INFORMATION IN THIS PUBLICATION AND ANY OTHER
INFORMATION RELATING TO THE INDIVIDUAL PRODUCT, THROUGH THE
CHANNELS OF DISTRIBUTION, DOWN TO AND INCLUDING THE INDIVIDUAL
USING THE PRODUCT
NOTE:
In view of the fact that the actual use determines whether safety requirements have
been met, the ultimate responsibility to comply rests with the end user.
The service life of leaf chains can be altered by a variety of adverse operating conditions.
The following information discusses the most important of these conditions for consideration
when operating or scheduling replacement of leaf chain systems.
Overloading / Shock Loads / Side Loading
Attempting to “inch loads which are beyond the rated capacity of the tool.
Striking the tool with a hammer or other object while force is being exerted in an attempt to
loosen a “frozen” joint.
Side pull can be caused by pulling or pushing on the tong in a direction that is not along a
perpendicular plane, unleveled mounting of the tong or vise, inadequate support of the part
being broken out, and improper seating of the part being broken out in the tong or vise.
Improper seating will occur when the diameter of the part is not consistent within the width
of the tong or vise jaw.

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Environmental Conditions
Wrench chains operate in widely varying environments, from wet outdoor conditions to
mildly or highly corrosive industrial atmospheres. They can also be exposed to abrasives
such as sand or grit.
The possible effects include:
Moisture - Corrosion and rust reduce chain strength by causing pitting and cracking.
Temperature - Very cold temperatures reduce chain strength by embrittlement.
Chemical Solutions or Vapors - Corrosive attack of the chain components’ grain structure
and/or the mechanical connections between the chain components (crevice corrosion)
may occur. Cracking often is microscopic. Propagation to complete failure can be
eventual or sudden.
Abrasives - Accelerated wearing and scoring of the articulating chain members (pins and
plates) may occur, with a corresponding reduction in chain strength. Due to
inaccessibility of the bearing surfaces (pin surfaces and plate apertures), wear and scoring
are not readily noticeable.
These conditions, when coupled with normal chain wear and inherent residual stress
(normally in the chain as constructed), can result in environmentally assisted failure. It is
impossible to predict chain life under complex conditions, as the degree of hostility and its
effects are dependent on many variables such as temperature, time of exposure, concentration
of corrosive atmosphere or medium, degree of abrasive wear, etc. Establishing the degree
and frequency of unpredictable dynamic loading is also difficult.
Normal Life Expectancy
A leaf chain’s normal life expectancy can be expressed as a maximum percent of elongation.
This is generally between 2% and 3% of pitch. As the chain flexes back and forth, the
bearing joints (pins and inside link plates) gradually wear from articulation. As with all steel
bearing surfaces, the precision hardened steel joints of leaf chain require a constant film of
oil between mating parts to prevent wear and to resist corrosion.

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Lubrication
One of the most important but often-overlooked factors is adequate lubrication. In addition
to reducing internal friction, maintaining a film of oil on all chain surfaces will inhibit rusting
and corrosion, This is important as corrosion of highly stressed, hardened steel chain
components can cause a major reduction in the load capacity of leaf chain and result in link
plate cracking.
Protection from corrosion is important in storage as well as in service. The factory lubricant
applied to PETOL™ Chain is a “Fingerprint Neutralizing Water-Displacing Corrosion
Preventative”. This is an excellent rust and corrosion inhibitor for chains in storage. When
installing these chains new, do not attempt to steam clean or degrease this lubricant. A grade
of SAE 30 or 40 weight, non-detergent motor oil should be used as supplemental lubricant
and a film of this oil should be maintained on all surfaces and internal bearing joints. Also,
do not attempt to paint new chains. Though painting may help inhibit corrosion, it will seal
off critical clearances and restricts oil from reaching the pin surfaces where it is needed for
good joint lubrication.
When operating in dusty environments, lubricated chains will accumulate a paste-like
buildup of grime. At periodic intervals, this buildup should be removed by cleaning and the
chain should be immediately re-lubricated. Do not use caustic or acid type cleaners; use a
stiff brush and a certified safe petroleum base solvent.
Periodic Inspection List for PETOL™ Special Chain
1. PRIOR TO EACH USE, LEAF CHAIN AND TOOLS SHOULD BE
INSPECTED FOR SERVICEABILITY AND LUBRICATION.
2. USE ONLY PETOL™ AND TITAN™ REPLACEMENT PARTS - NO
OTHER PARTS ARE OF COMPARABLE STRENGTH, QUALITY, AND
INTERCHANGEABILITY.

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Safety Precautions
1. Always wear safety goggles to protect eyes.
2. Select the right tool for the job.
3. Keep tools in good condition.
4. Use tools correctly.
5. Keep tools in a safe place.
6. Wear protective clothing, gloves and safety shoes as appropriate.
7. Use lengths of assembled chain. Do not build lengths from individual components.
8. Do not attempt to rework damaged chain by replacing only the components obviously
faulty. The entire chain may be compromised and should be discarded.
9. Never electroplate assembled leaf chains or components. Plating will result in failure
from hydrogen embrittlement.
10. Do not weld any chain or component. Welding spatter should never be allowed to
come into contact with chain or components.
11. Leaf chains are manufactured exclusively from heat-treated steels and therefore must
not be annealed. If heating a chain with a cutting torch is absolutely necessary for
removal, the chain should not be reused.
12. Inspect chains frequently and regularly for link plate cracking, pin turning, pin
protrusion and corrosion.
13. Use only PETOL™ & TITAN™ replacement parts to ensure proper strength.

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Operation
The typical application of one Drill Pipe Tong is shown in the figure below. Normally an
additional tong is used as a backup. The backup tong is not shown for clarity. The tong will
exert torque when the cylinder is retracted as shown. The tong will ratchet when the cylinder
is extended. Ratcheting is used when the tong must be pulled more than once to completely
makeup or breakout the connection.

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Chain Screw Adjustment
Adjust the chain screw nut for approximately the position of the jaw relative to the handle as shown in the
diagram below. The jaw spring must be compressed to latch the chain screw nut.
Warning! The pipe must NOT contact the side of the chain screw as shown above.
Contact will cause premature breakage of the chain screw and could cause injury or
death. If the chain screw contacts the pipe, the chain MUST be lengthened by adding 2
pitches of chain.

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Chain Identification Guide

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Dimensions

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Torque and Diameter capacity
The following table lists the maximum working torques and the corresponding handle loads
for the diameter range of the assembly. The table used must match the handle and pipe used
in the assembly. Torque arm lengths, maximum torque and maximum handle load will vary
with each diameter and handle combination.
DA1344 torque ratings and chain selection
Diameter
Torque
Arm
Length
(inches)
Maximum
Torque
(foot-pounds)
Maximum
Handle Load
(pounds)
Chain Number
1
8.22
5,000
7,300
131-45-05D
(1 – 1-3/4)
1-1/4
8.22
5,000
7,300
1-1/2
8.22
5,000
7,300
1-3/4
8.22
5,000
7,300
2
8.22
5,000
7,300
131-45-07D
(1-7/8 – 2-1/2)
2-1/4
8.22
5,000
7,300
2-1/2
8.22
5,000
7,300
2-3/4
8.22
5,000
7,300
131-45-09D
(2-5/8 – 3-1/4)
3
8.22
5,000
7,300
3-1/4
8.22
5,000
7,300
3-1/2
8.22
5,000
7,300
131-45-11D
(3-1/4 – 3-7/8)
3-3/4
8.22
5,000
7,300
4
8.22
5,000
7,300
131-45-13D
(3-7/8 – 4-1/2)
4-1/4
8.22
5,000
7,300
4-1/2
8.22
5,000
7,300
4-3/4
8.22
5,000
7,300
131-45-15D
(4-1/2 – 5-1/8)
5
8.22
5,000
7,300
5-1/4
8.22
5,000
7,300
131-45-17D
(5-1/8 – 5-3/4)
5-1/2
8.22
5,000
7,300
5-3/4
8.22
5,000
7,300
131-45-19D
(5-3/4 – 6)
6
8.22
5,000
7,300
WARNING: Under no circumstances should the maximum working load be
exceeded. Overloading may result in injury or death. Always use a load cell or
other calibrated indicating device to monitor the line pull on the tong to avoid an
overload.

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Parts List
The following drawings, diagrams, and parts lists describe all parts, which may be needed as
replacement items.
All tong components are manufactured only by GEARENCH™. DO NOT
ATTEMPT TO SUBSTITUTE THESE COMPONENTS. The tong will
not work properly unless these components are matched to the specific
application. Consult our factory as your requirements change. Any non-
GEARENCH substitutions of these components void all warranties and
subject the user to assumption of liabilities resulting from subsequent use.
Tong Assembly Parts List

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Tong Assembly Parts List
Item
Qty.
Part Number
Description
1
1
HG03
Spring guide
2
1
HS01
Spring
7
1
DH1344
Handle
8
1
HU74
Spring pin bushing
10
1
HP056
Spring pin
11
1
HXC001
Spring pin cotter
12
1
HP054
Jaw handle pin
13
1
HXKR062
Jaw pin klipring
14
4
HS20SS
Insert key spring
15
4
HP902
Insert key
16,17
4
HI08D
Diamond point insert (standard)
16,17
4
HI08D-M2
Diamond point insert (optional AISI M2)
16,17
4
HI08K
Knurled insert (optional)
16,17
4
HI08K-M2
Knurled insert (optional AISI M2)
18
1
HM03-45
Master link
19
1
HP055
Master link - chain rivet
20
As req’d
HB63
Chain splice bolt
21
As req’d
HXN052
Chain splice bolt nut
22
As req’d
131-45-02
Special chain link (2 link section)
22
As req’d
131-45-03
Special chain link (3 link section)
22
As req’d
131-45-04
Special chain link (4 link section)
23
As req’d
HP055
Chain screw rivet
24
1
HV09-45
Chain screw
25
1
DJ1344
Jaw
26
1
HP053
Master link – handle pin
27
1
HN09
Chain screw nut

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Wear Limits
The following table indicates limiting diameters on the components of the PETOL™ Drill
Pipe Tong. When localized wear is beyond any one of the limits indicated, the component
should be replaced.
Part
Number
Description
Location
Limit Dimension
HP054
Jaw – handle pin
Pin body diameter
0.611 (min)
HP053
Master link – handle pin
Pin body diameter
0.611 (min)
HB63
Chain splice bolts
Bolt body diameter
0.305 (min)
131-45-XX
Chain links
Pin hole diameter
0.322 (max)
131-45-XX
Chain links
Pitch center – center
0.962 (max per pitch)
DH1344
Handle
Jaw pin hole diameter
0.637 (max)
DH1344
Handle
Chain pin hole
diameter (master link)
0.637 (max)
DH1344
Handle
Load loop diameter
0.528 (max)
DJ1344
Jaw
Jaw pin hole diameter
0.639 (max)
HM03-45
Master link
Handle pin diameter
0.637 (max)
HM03-45
Master link
Chain pin diameter
0.323 (max)
HV09-45
Chain screw
Chain pin diameter
0.323 (max)