Pason PIT-BULL User manual

Pit Volume Totalizer (PVT) User Guide
Canadian Version
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Table of Contents
1Specifications....................................................................................7
1.1 Display Unit Specifications.............................................................................7
Input Power Requirements ...................................................................................... 7
Environmental Specifications................................................................................... 7
Physical Specifications............................................................................................ 7
Technical Specifications.......................................................................................... 7
Functional Specifications......................................................................................... 8
1.2 J Box Specifications.......................................................................................8
Input Power Requirements...................................................................................... 8
Environmental Specifications................................................................................... 8
Physical Specifications............................................................................................ 9
Technical Specifications.......................................................................................... 9
Functional Specifications......................................................................................... 9
2Installation .......................................................................................10
2.1 Installing in Hazardous (Class 1, Div. 2) Locations......................................10
Non-Incendive Field Wiring for Class 1, Div. 2, Groups B, C, & D...........................10
Equipment Suitable for use in Class 1, Div. 2, Groups B, C, & D............................10
Suitability of Associated Equipment........................................................................10
2.2 Mounting the Equipment.............................................................................. 10
Mounting the Display Unit.......................................................................................10
Mounting the J Box.................................................................................................11
Mounting the Tank Sensor......................................................................................11
Mounting the Flow Paddle......................................................................................11
Installing Wiring and Cabling ..................................................................................11
3System Calibration..........................................................................13
3.1 Calibration Mode.......................................................................................... 13
3.2 Calibrating the Volume System....................................................................14
3.3 Calibrating the Flow System ........................................................................14
3.4 Calibrating the Trip System.......................................................................... 16
Calibration Channels ..............................................................................................17
Calibration Switches...............................................................................................17

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4System Operation............................................................................18
4.1 Operating the Volume System..................................................................... 18
4.2 Operating the Flow System.......................................................................... 20
4.3 Operating the Trip Tank System .................................................................. 22
4.4 Operating the Mud Pump System................................................................23
5System Maintenance.......................................................................24
5.1 Maintenance Warnings ................................................................................24
5.2 Troubleshooting ........................................................................................... 24
Troubleshooting the Volume System......................................................................24
Troubleshooting the Flow System...........................................................................26
Troubleshooting the Mud Pumps System ...............................................................26
General Troubleshooting........................................................................................26
Troubleshooting Summary......................................................................................27

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General Description
The Pason Pit Volume Totalizer (PVT) system is a high-quality microprocessor-based
instrumentation package, comprised of four main functions. The system measures,
calculates, and displays signals from the main mud system, the trip tank system, the
return flow system, and both main mud pumps.
Figure 1 PVT face plate
The Pason PVT system is specifically designed to withstand the harsh environmental
extremes encountered in the Canadian drilling industry. The main display unit is
equipped with a 100-watt thermostatically controlled heater. This allows for operation in
ambient temperatures down to -45°C without any degradation in performance.
The unit is water-resistant and is designed to operate reliably under the adverse
conditions found on drilling rigs. All panel switches are environmentally sealed and have
a water-tight panel seal installed to provide protection from the elements. The system is
fully protected from input noise and over-voltage.

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The Pason PVT system consists of two main units: the display unit and the junction box
(J Box). The J Box is provided so that field wiring connections can be made in a safe,
convenient location. The J Box also provides an excellent location for field personnel to
troubleshoot the system.
The display unit is the heart of the system, containing all the controls, switches, and
alarms. A 1” backlit Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) is provided for each main function
monitored. A variety of information can be displayed about each function by using the
panel switches on the unit. The volume and flow sections monitor either gain/loss
readings or absolute values. The pump section monitors either strokes per minute or
total strokes for both pumps. The trip tank section monitors trip tank volume, individual
fill volume, or total accumulated fill volume.
An alarm is provided for both volume and flow gain/loss deviations. The alarms are fully
independent of each other and are adjustable. If one or both of the alarms are disabled,
a red warning light (LED) will flash to remind the operator to turn the alarm back on as
soon as possible. In addition to the volume and flow alarms, the trip tank system is
provided with both a high and low alarm to assist the operator in filling or draining the trip
tank.

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1 Specifications
1.1 Display Unit Specifications
Input Power Requirements
Voltage 110 VAC, 50/60 HZ
Current 1.5 Amps
Environmental Specifications
Ambient Temperature –40 to 45°C
Relative Humidity 100% (Outdoor Use)
Hazardous Area
Classification
Class 1, Div. 2 (CSA)
Physical Specifications
Dimensions (W-H-D) 14¾” x 123/8” x 7¼”
(Excluding Mounting Bracket)
Weight 35 lbs.
Mounting Pipe Bracket
Box Material 1/16” Stainless Steel
Face plate Material 1/8” Aluminum
(Reverse Silk-Screened)
Viewing Windows Material 5 mil Safety Glass
Technical Specifications
Displays 4 Digit, 1” LCD (Backlit)
Display Accuracy ±½” of Fluid Level
Volume Resolution 0.1 m3
Pit Accuracy ± ½” of Fluid Level
Flow Resolution 1%

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Trip Resolution 0.01 m3
Pumps Resolution 1 Stroke/Minute
Chart Output 0 to ± 20 mA (Programmable)
Chart Output Resolution 8 Bit (0.4%)
Functional Specifications
Displayed Functions Total Pit Volume
Volume Per Tank
Volume Gain/Loss
Return Flow Percent
Return Flow Gain/Loss
Trip Tank Volume
Individual Fill (Trip)
Accumulated Fill (Trip)
Strokes/Min. (Pump 1 & 2)
Total Strokes (Pump 1 & 2)
Main Pits Monitored Up To 8 Pits Plus Trip Tank
Volume Alarm Range 0.5 to 2.75 m3
Flow Alarm Range 2.0 to 5.5%
Chart Recorder Output Volume, Flow and Trip (20 mA)
Alarm Horn 120 VAC Klaxon Type
1.2 J Box Specifications
Input Power Requirements
Input Voltage 14 VDC
(Supplied Via Signal Cable)
Input Current 70 mA Typical
(Limited to 100 mA)
Environmental Specifications
Ambient Temperature –40 to 45°C

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Relative Humidity 100% (Outdoor Use)
Max. Internal Temperature Ambient + 2°C
Hazardous Area
Classification
Class 1, Div. 2 (CSA)
Physical Specifications
Dimensions (W-H-D) 155/8” x 12¾” x 8”
Weight 13 lbs.
Mounting Lugs (2)
Box Material PolyGlass
Technical Specifications
Reference Voltage
(Red to Black)
6.2 VDC
(All Tanks–Open or Closed Circuit)
Short Circuit Current
(Red to Black)
12 mA (All Tanks)
Signal Input Impedance
(White)
100k ohm (All Tanks)
Open Circuit Voltage
(Red To Black)
12 volts (Flow)
Short Circuit Current
(Red to Black)
50 mA (Flow)
Open Circuit Voltage
(Red To Black)
8.2 VDC (Pumps 1 & 2)
Short Circuit Current
(Red To Black)
8.2 mA (Pumps 1 & 2)
Functional Specifications
Field Inputs Main Pits (8)
Trip Tank
Flow
Pumps (2)

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2 Installation
2.1 Installing in Hazardous (Class 1, Div. 2) Locations
Non-Incendive Field Wiring for Class 1, Div. 2, Groups B, C, & D
All field wiring connections provided in the Pason PVT system J Box are classified as
non-incendive and can be installed while the system is powered up or in the presence of
hazardous gases, providing that the field sensors/wiring are approved for that purpose.
Equipment Suitable for use in Class 1, Div. 2, Groups B, C, & D
All equipment provided with the Pason PVT system is suitable for use in Class 1, Div. 2,
Groups B, C, & D locations with the exception of the main power connector, which must
be installed in a safe (non-hazardous) area (e.g., the doghouse).
Suitability of Associated Equipment
The following associated equipment may be connected to the non-incendive field wiring
terminals without any further approval.
1. GEMS level switch or STI RPM series
(for Main Tanks (8) and Trip Tank Sensors).
2. Micro-Switch LSX Type Enclosed Waterproof Limit Switches or Equivalent
(Any Device With Only Switch Contacts For Pump 1 and 2 Sensors).
3. A 1 to 2k ohm Non-Inductive Type Potentiometer Suitably Housed
(for Return Flow Sensor).
2.2 Mounting the Equipment
Mounting the Display Unit
The display unit is equipped with a bracket for mounting on a 2” pipe. The unit should be
mounted somewhere near the driller’s console, slightly above eye level. Select a location
that provides maximum protection from any physical damage due to drilling activities.
Also, there must be a suitable route for the system cables to feed through the driller’s
console wireway. For maximum safety and reliability, run the cables in a manner that
prevents damage during normal rig operation or rig moves.