Sage AFL IV User manual

AFL IV with Dynamometer
Dynamometer Procedure & Sage DYN Software
Operator’s Manual
Sage DYN software
Version 2.2.3.10
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P.O. Box 1466, Grapevine, TX, USA 76099-1466
Phone: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.sageoiltools.com

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AFL IV with Dynamometer, Acoustic Fluid Logger, Pressure Pulse Gas Gun and Sage DYN
Software and AFL Software are registered trademarks of Sage Technologies, Incorporated, in the United
States and other countries. All other brand or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of
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Table of Contents
How to contact Sage Technologies ............................................................................. 7
Included with your AFL IV with Dynamometer............................................................ 8
Other tools needed in the field..................................................................................................................8
Sage DYN software..........................................................................9
Installation instructions................................................................................................ 9
AFL IV with Dynamometer.............................................................10
Quick start instructions.............................................................................................. 10
Detail at the Wellsite – 40K Quantitative Load Cell ...............................................................................10
Detail at the Wellsite – Quick Clamp Load Cell .....................................................................................11
Detail at the Wellsite – Hydraulic Jack with Spool Spacer and 40 K Quantitative Load Cell.............11
AFL IV with Dynamometer - General Cautions ......................................................... 13
Required....................................................................................................................................................13
Illustrated Procedure: Stacking Out the Well........................................................... 14
For 40 K Quantitative Dynamometer ......................................................................................................14
Illustrated Procedure: Installing a Quick Clamp Load Cell ...................................... 18
Illustrated Procedure: Using the Hydraulic Jack ..................................................... 20
For 40 K Load Cell and Spool Spacer ....................................................................................................20
Sage DYN Software........................................................................22
Icon Operation of Software ........................................................................................ 22
Sage DYN screen shots.............................................................................................. 23
Start-up Screen ........................................................................................................................................23
Starting a test: Existing file.....................................................................................................................24
Starting a test: New file............................................................................................................................24
Zero Load Cell ..........................................................................................................................................25
Dynamometer Cards................................................................................................... 26
Valve checks and counterbalance............................................................................. 28
Valve Check Tests:Method Explained ....................................................................... 28
Traveling Valve.........................................................................................................................................28
Standing Valve .........................................................................................................................................28
Counterbalance ........................................................................................................................................28
End Valve Check ......................................................................................................................................29
Measurement of Motor Current.................................................................................. 30
Display Measurement Results ......................................................31
Summary Tab .............................................................................................................. 31
Dyno Cards Tab .......................................................................................................... 32
Downhole Cards Tab .................................................................................................. 32
Amp Plot Tab............................................................................................................... 33
Card Overlay Feature.................................................................................................. 34
Entering Rod String Data............................................................................................ 35

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Entering Rod String Data – 40K Quantitative Load Cell .......................................................................35
Entering Rod String Data – Quick Clamp Load Cell..............................................................................35
Valve Check and Counterbalance Calculations........................................................ 38
Report .......................................................................................................................... 40
About ........................................................................................................................... 41
Sage DYN Software Examples ......................................................42
Example using Quick Clamp Transducer.................................................................. 42
Rod String Data Input Boxes – Detail.....................................................................................................43
Example: Data Storage ............................................................................................... 50
Organizing well data files ........................................................................................................................50
Building up your well file database ........................................................................................................50
Transducer Options.......................................................................54
40K Quantitative (Horseshoe) Load Cell Transducer ............................................... 54
Horseshoe Load Cell Installation............................................................................................................54
Quick Clamp Load Cell Transducer........................................................................... 56
Current Clamp Transducer......................................................................................... 57
Sage Pressure Transducer......................................................................................... 58
Maintenance: AFL IV with Dynamometer .....................................59
Charging the battery................................................................................................... 59
Battery Replacement .................................................................................................. 60
Replacement Parts and Supplies..................................................63
AFL IV with Dynamometer box .................................................................................. 63
Dynamometer accessories......................................................................................... 63
Acoustic Fluid Logger IV accessories....................................................................... 63
Other optional accessories ........................................................................................ 63
Appendix A: Dyno Card Shapes ...................................................64
Downhole Dynamometer Card Shapes...................................................................... 64
Downhole Dyno Cards – Detail ...............................................................................................................64
Sage Technologies, Inc., Limited Warranty............................................................... 66
Index ............................................................................................................................ 68

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How to contact Sage Technologies
For sales, service, or technical support, write to:
Sage Technologies, Inc.
Attn: Customer Support
P.O. Box 1466
Grapevine, TX, USA 76099-1466
Call or FAX:
817-488-2579 - Telephone
877-488-2579 - Tollfree in U.S.
817-421-0607 - FAX
If you are trying to contact us from outside the United States, the phone numbers must be
prefixed with the (+1) United States International dialing code.
Contact us through the Internet:
Website: www.sageoiltools.com
E-Mail: [email protected]

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Introduction to the AFL IV with Dynamometer
Read and understand all safety warnings and operation constraints in this
operator’s manual before proceeding with a dynamometer test.
The AFL IV with Dynamometer lets the operator use his own portable computer in combination
with Sage DYN software to gather computerized dynamometer cards on pumping oil and gas wells. The
Sage DYN software stores well data on the computer, and allows easy downloads or email of Adobe .pdf
files. The software also allows easy measurement and calculation of surface and downhole cards, standing
and traveling valve checks and counterbalance measurement.
All of the products offered by Sage Technologies are the result of years of field experience and
technical innovation. In addition, our technical and training staff and our full repair shop stand behind
each piece of equipment.
Included with your AFL IV with Dynamometer
AFL IV with Dynamometer box
Sage DYN software CD
Operator’s field manual
Wall-mount battery charger
USB cable
Load Cell
String Transducer
Current Transducer
Load Cell cable and reel
String Transducer cable and reel
Current Transducer and reel
Other tools needed in the field
•Portable computer – with Windows 7 or Windows Vista or Windows XP operating system – with
the Sage DYN software installed.

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Sage DYN software
Installation instructions
A CD-ROM containing the Sage DYN software is included with purchase of the AFL IV with
Dynamometer.
The Sage DYN is designed to work with any Windows 7, Windows XP or Windows Vista computer. This
means that you can use your field portable computer to gather data and save it to a disk or USB memory
stick, then use your office computer and printer to analyze the data and print a fluid level report.
To install the Sage DYN software, insert the CD into the CD-drive of your Windows computer. The CD
will autorun. Please be patient during the installation, as several programs are being installed. One of
these automatic installs, the CutePDF Writer, will allow you to save the fluid level report to an Adobe
.pdf file, for email transmission.
The CD is not required in the field, once the software is installed on the field computer. Feel free to install
the Sage DYN software on any other office or field computers. Then store the CD.

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AFL IV with Dynamometer
Read and understand all safety warnings and operation constraints before proceeding.
Quick start instructions
•Connect the cables and transducers to the AFL IV with Dynamometer.
•Make a zero load cell reading. Connect the Current and String transducers to the
Dynamometer. Install the Load and String Transducers. Install the Current Transducer.
•Turn on the pumping unit to minimize the reservoir pressure disturbance.
•Enter the appropriate rod taper information. If none is available, enter 0 for the number of
rod tapers, to collect a surface card only.
•Gather a Load versus Position card.
•Gather a Current versus Position card.
•Gather the Standing and Traveling Valve Checks, along with a Counterbalance if
possible.
•Save all your data.
•Remove the transducers form the pumping unit. You are done.
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Before commencing a test, walk around the site, examining the equipment for proper
maintenance. Make sure the throat bolts are installed on the pumping horsehead before
separating the pumping unit. If there are no throat bolts, DO NOT proceed with a
quantitative dynamometer.
Detail at the Wellsite – 40K Quantitative Load Cell
SAFETY FIRST! Work in pairs if possible.
1) Connect the transducers and cables to the AFL IV with Dynamometer. Turn on the power
switch.
2) Check the 40K Quantitative Load Cell zero while the Load Cell is lying on the ground.
3) If current measurements are being made, carefully install the amp clamp. Be careful when
walking or operating around an open electrical control box door. There is a risk of
inadvertently being exposed to the electrical conductors. Safety First.
4) Turn off the Pumping Unit.
5) Install the Stuffing Box Protector on the wellhead. Securely tighten the Rod Clamp around
the Polished Rod.
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7) allow installation of the Quantitative Load Cell. Be extremely careful to keep fingers and
hands clear when the slack is thrown, as there is always a risk of the rod clamp slipping,
causing the load to unexpectedly pick up.
8) When the 40K Quantitative Load Cell is inserted, pick up the load.
9) Attach the String Transducer to monitor position. Place the String Transducer as near as
possible to the vertical position.
10) Turn the pumping unit back on and you are ready to begin the test.
Detail at the Wellsite – Quick Clamp Load Cell
SAFETY FIRST! Work in pairs if possible.
1) Connect the transducers and cables to the AFL IV with Dynamometer. Turn on the power
switch.
2) Check the Quick Clamp Load Cell zero while the Load Cell is opened and lying on the
ground.
3) Turn off the pumping unit.
4) Attach the open Quick Clamp Load Cell to the rod below the carrier bar. Close the quick
clamp.
5) Start the unit pumping.
6) Zero the moving clamped load cell, using the Sage DYN software.
7) You are now ready to start your test.
Detail at the Wellsite – Hydraulic Jack with Spool Spacer and 40 K Quantitative
Load Cell
SAFETY FIRST! Work in pairs if possible.
1) Connect the transducers and cables to the AFL IV with Dynamometer. Turn on the power
switch.
2) Check the 40K Quantitative Load Cell zero while the Load Cell is lying on the ground.
3) If current measurements are being made, carefully install the amp clamp. Be careful when
walking or operating around an open electrical control box door. There is a risk of
inadvertently being exposed to the electrical conductors. Safety First.
4) Turn off the Pumping Unit.
5) Set the hydraulic jack and the 40 K load cell in the spool spacer.

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6) Pressurize the hydraulic jack until the spacer plate can be inserted between the hydraulic jack
and the load cell.
7) Depressurize the hydraulic jack to apply force to the spacer plate and the load cell.
8) You are now ready to begin the test.

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AFL IV with Dynamometer - General Cautions
As in all oilfield situations, extreme caution and awareness must be exercised at all times when operating
the AFL IV with Dynamometer.
Check the Pumping Unit and Site
Upon arrival at the site for testing, walk completely around the pumping unit examining all parts of
the pump to determine if it is in good working order and properly maintained. If there is a
question about safety of the unit, DO NOT PROCEED.
Work in Pairs
Always plan ahead of time how you will get off the well if necessary.
Check the Pumping Unit Brake
To perform a complete set of checks, the pumping unit must have a good working brake. Check
before proceeding.
Check for Throat Bolts on Horsehead
Check for throat bolts on the horsehead of the pumping unit. Make sure they are installed before
proceeding. If the unit does not have through bolts, only a quick clamp or hydraulic dynamometer
should be considered.
Protective Gear Required
Always wear safety goggles when working at a running pumping unit to avoid damage to your eyes.
Wear a hard hat and gloves, especially when handling the wire on the string transducer.
During the dynamometer test, care must be taken to ensure free cable movement. Do not let the
string transducer slip free during operation. The snapping cable can cause injury and may damage
the string transducer.

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Illustrated Procedure: Stacking Out the Well
For 40 K Quantitative Dynamometer
1) Install stuffing box protector
2) Install rod clamp with proper spacing below the carrier bar. Make sure the rod clamp below the
carrier bar is tight.

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3) Install knock-off stand. .
4) Bump rod clamp below carrier bar against knock-off stand to separate the unit.

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5) Top rod clamp is now separated from the carrier bar.
6) Install 40K Quantitative Horseshoe Load Cell .

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7) Ease the top rod clamp back against the 40K Quantitative Load Cell.
8) Remove the knock-off stand before beginning the test.
Work in Pairs
Always plan ahead of time how you will get off the well if necessary.

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Illustrated Procedure: Installing a Quick Clamp Load Cell
This is an alternate procedure which uses the Quick Clamp Load Cell, instead of the 40K Quantitative
Horseshoe Load Cell.
Before you begin, it is strongly recommended that you stop the pumping unit.
1) The Quick Clamp Load Cell is shown in open position at the well head, ready for install. Note
that the cable is attached. The Quick Clamp load is zeroed before clamping on to the rod.
2) Attach the open Quick Clamp Load Cell to carrier bar. Close the quick clamp.
3) Start the unit pumping. Now zero the moving & clamped load cell using the Sage DYN software
on the computer.

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4) During the test, the Quick Clamp Load Cell and attached cable will travel with the polished
rod.
At the end of the test, it is strongly recommended that you stop the pumping unit to
remove the Quick Clamp Load Cell.
5) Use caution when removing the Quick Clamp Load Cell from the rod.

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Illustrated Procedure: Using the Hydraulic Jack
For 40 K Load Cell and Spool Spacer
1) Below, see Spool Spacer ready to to accept hydraulic lift and load.
2) Set the Hydraulic Jack and 40K Load Cell in the Spool Spacer.
Spool Spacer