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Change Description
Revision Change Description
A First issue
B Updated various graphics using Pro-E models and made minor corrections to parts tables for single BOP.
C Update lock bar maintenance procedures.
D Updated various graphics using Pro-E models and made few corrections to chapters.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 2: Introduction
General Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
BOP Functional Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Door Locking System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Hydraulic Operators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Chapter 4: Maintenance
Preventive Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
When to Call a Service Representative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Daily Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Monthly Preventive Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Three-Month Preventive Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Yearly Preventive Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
Three-Year to Five-Year Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
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General Information
Conventions
This manual is intended for use by field engineering, installation, operation, and repair
personnel. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information
contained herein. National Oilwell Varco (NOV), will not be held liable for errors in this
material, or for consequences arising from misuse of this material.
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The note symbol indicates that additional information is
provided about the current topic.
Caution:
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Illustrations
Illustrations (figures) provide a typical and graphical representation of equipment, it’s
components or screen snapshots for use in identifying parts, establishing nomenclature or
calling out notes and procedures. Illustrations may or may not show all current aspects of
the equipment nor be drawn to scale. Illustrations will not reflect any changes made after
publication.
For component information specific to the product purchased, see the technical drawings
included with your National Oilwell Varco documentation.
Safety Requirements
The National Oilwell Varco equipment is installed and operated in a controlled drilling rig
environment involving hazardous situations. Proper maintenance is important for safe and
reliable operation. Procedures outlined in the equipment manuals are the recommended
methods of performing operations and maintenance.
Personnel Training
All personnel performing installation, operations, repair, or maintenance procedures on the
equipment, or those in the vicinity of the equipment, should be trained on rig safety, tool
operation, and maintenance to ensure their safety.
Contact the National Oilwell Varco training department for more information about
equipment operation and maintenance training.
Recommended Tools
Service operations may require the use of tools designed specifically for the purpose
described. The equipment manufacturer recommends that only those tools specified be
used when stated. Ensure that personnel and equipment safety are not jeopardized when
following service procedures and that personnel are not using tools that were not
specifically recommended by the manufacturer.
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Replacing Components
R Verify that all components (such as cables, hoses, etc.) are tagged and labeled
during assembly and disassembly of equipment to ensure correct installment.
R Replace failed or damaged components with original equipment manufacturer
certified parts. Failure to do so could result in equipment damage or injury to
personnel.
Routine Maintenance
Equipment must be maintained on a routine basis. See product-specific service manuals
for maintenance recommendations.
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Safety Precautions
Exposure to the daily hazards of drilling can lead rig crews and service personnel to
disregard or overlook hidden hazards. The safety precautions listed below should be
observed at all times.
Hydraulic Lines
Hydraulic lines carrying fluids at high pressures can inflict potentially fatal injuries if the
pressure escapes. Protect hydraulic lines from cutting, scraping, pinching, or other
physical damage. Always wear hard hats and safety glasses when working around
hydraulic lines. Bleed the pressure from any hydraulic line prior to disconnecting any
fittings. Respect the prescribed ASME code minimum bend radius for hydraulic lines.
Bending around too short a radius can rupture the line.
Replacement Parts
Many of the BOP components, though apparently similar to commercial hardware, are
manufactured to system design specifications. To avoid possible hazardous failures, use
only exact NOV replacement parts or assemblies (see Chapter 5, titled "Specifications and
Parts Lists”).
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Introduction
General Description
National Oilwell Varco (NOV) manufactures Shaffer® 7 1/16" LXT blowout preventers with
5,000 psi working pressure and 3,000 psi working pressure. Both preventers are identical
in operation. The difference between the two preventers is the API end connections, which
limit the working pressure of the preventer.
The Shaffer® hydraulic operated model LXT ram blowout preventer (LXT BOP) with
manual locking operators provides a rugged, reliable preventer that is easily serviced in
the field. The manual lock LXT BOP is available in single and double models (see Figure
2-1). Contact NOV sales for special configurations.
NOV manufactures manual lock LXT BOPs in the sizes shown in the table titled “LXT BOP
Available Sizes and Working Pressures”.
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The LXT preventer is designed for drilling and workover service. The LXT preventers are
hydraulically operated and can be manually locked by turning a handle or (optional)
handwheel (see Figure 3-5 on page 3-8) . The standard trim unit is suitable for internal
H2S environments. Units can be manufactured for Arctic to -75 ºF (-59 ºC) and full H2S
environmental services. Standard units can be retrofitted for full environmental H2S
service. NOV preventers are manufactured in accordance with the American Petroleum
Institute (API) specification 16A and the National Association of Corrosion Engineers
(NACE) document NACE Standard MR 0175 (current revision).
This manual provides the installation, operation, and maintenance procedures for
standard manual lock LXT BOP models with manual lock operators. The manual lock
operators are used to close the ram assemblies on the drill pipe and close off the well
bore. The manual lock operators require a hydraulic closing pressure of 1,500 psi (103
bar) to accomplish sealing the well bore pressure to the rated working pressure of the
preventer. Maximum working pressure for the hydraulic operators is 3,000 psi (207 bar).
When the rams are hydraulically closed, the manual lock acme thread locking bolts are
rotated clockwise to manually lock the rams in the closed position (see Figure 2-3).
Acme Thread
Lock Bolt
Hydraulic
Operator
Hydaulic Operator
(3,000 psi WP)
Locking Bars
(Manually removed and
inserted)
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Acme Thread
Locking Bolt
Hydraulic
Operator
Hydraulic
Operator
Support Rods
BOP Body
Lockbar Door Lockbar
Grooves Grooves
Support Rods
Figure 2-4. Lockbar Grooves
Once the lock bars are removed, the door assembly is pulled away from the BOP body
sliding along two support rods allowing access to the ram assembly. The LXT door
assembly does not hinge on a bracket, thus providing a manual process that is simple, fast
and reliable. For more detail about the door locking system, see the section titled "Opening
Doors" on page 3-12 and the section titled "Closing Doors" on page 3-14).
Hydraulic Operators
The LXT BOP is equipped with manual lock hydraulic operators. The manual lock
hydraulic operators are located either side of the LXT body (see Figure 2-4).
The LXT BOP manual lock hydraulic operators are closed with 1,500 psi (103 bar). This
pressure squeezes the ram assembly rubber around the pipe and between the ram
assemblies and the upper seat of the ram cavity to seal-off the well bore pressure. Each
operator is manually locked in the close position by the clockwise rotation of the acme
thread locking bolt (see Figure 2-4). The locking bolts prevent the rams from being opened
by the well bore pressure, even when closing hydraulic pressure is removed. The hydraulic
operators do not require adjustment for changes in ram types or to compensate for ram
wear over time.
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Preinstallation Inspection
The inspection process includes the activities listed below:
1. Thoroughly clean the LXT manual lock blowout preventer (BOP) before installation.
(See the table titled "LXT Ram BOP Cleaning and Lubricating Instructions" on page
4-27.)
2. Clean and inspect the sealing surface of the ring groove for minor pits and
scratches; remove these with emery cloth. If there is excessive damage, call a
National Oilwell Varco (NOV) service representative.
3. Clean and inspect studs and nuts. Replace any that are damaged.
4. Ensure the correct size rams are in each cavity. The part number is stamped into the
block of each ram.
5. Thoroughly clean and lubricate the inside of the LXT BOP.
6. Ensure that all support rods are installed prior to BOP operation.
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7. Determine if BOP has been properly maintained or condition is unknown and then
proceed to one of the following, as applicable:
R the section titled "Condition of BOP is Unknown" on page 3-2; or
R the section titled "BOP Maintained on Scheduled Maintenance Program" on
page 3-2.
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Cleaning, inspection and testing of the LXT BOP
immediately after completion of drilling operations reduces
installation time on the next well (see the section titled
"Cleaning and Storage of the LXT BOP" on page 4-25).
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Installation Instructions
1. Install BOP right-side-up. The LXT models have lifting lugs labeled ‘TOP’, which are
above and to the right of the side outlets (see Figure 3-1).
On all LXT models:
R Externally, the side outlets for the choke and kill lines are below the rams;
R Internally, the skids in the ram compartments are below the rams, and ram
sealing areas are located in the top of the ram cavity.
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2. Lift the LXT manual lock BOP. On models with lifting lugs cast into the body, the
BOP is lifted by wrapping a chain or lifting strap of sufficient strength around the lug
(see Figure 3-1 on page 3-3).
Do not lift the BOP with the slider bars.This will damage
the slider bars and prevent the BOP from working correctly.
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For BOP weight information, see the table titled "BOP
Characteristics" on page 5-2. Use a chain or cable capable
of lifting the weight given.
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d. Install the studs and/or nuts. See the table titled "API Nuts" on page 5-13 and
the table titled "Tap End Studs for API Flanges" on page 5-14 for the proper part
number.
1 12
6 8
9 3
4 10
7 5
11 2
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* Torque values are satisfactory for both standard and H2S studs. Reference API specification 6A. The above
table shows torque values arrived at by using new commercial stud bolts and nuts, well-lubricated threads, and
nut faces with API thread compound (API Bul. 5A2: Thread Compounds). This produces a stress of 52,500 psi
(362.0 MPa) in the bolting.
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Opening and closing hydraulic ports are clearly marked on
the front and back side of the BOP (see Figure 3-4).
Open Ports
(1 per cavity)
(close ports on back side)
TOP
OPEN
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Two handwheel assemblies are required on a single LXT
preventer and four handwheel assemblies are required on
a double LXT preventer.
A universal joint and handwheel are optional (P/N 185599) for each locking shaft.
Handwheel extensions are cut from 2 inch (50.80mm) schedule 40 pipe furnished by the
customer. Perform the following:
a. Fabricate a handwheel extension for each locking shaft.
b. Attach a handwheel to one end of each extension.
c. Attach a universal joint to the other end of each handwheel extension (see
Figure 3-5).
Handwheel
Assembly
Universal Joint
2” Schedule 40 Pipe
(Customer Supplied)
7. Perform a Field Wellbore Pressure Test. (See the section titled "Field Wellbore
Pressure Test" on page 4-9.)
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Operation
Hydraulic Operation
The rams can be hydraulically closed and manually locked. Under normal operating
conditions, 1,500 psi (103 bar) hydraulic pressure is recommended. This operating
pressure will close any model LXT BOP and contain its rated wellbore pressure. Hydraulic
operating pressure may be increased to 3,000 psi (207 bar) on any LXT BOP, if desired.
Hydraulic Fluid
Hydraulic fluid under pressure drives the pistons, which then close and opens the rams.
The hydraulic fluid used should have the following characteristics:
R Non-freezing in cold climates
R Lubricity to reduce wear
R Chemical compatibility with the elastomer seals
R Corrosion inhibitors for metal surface protection.
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3. After the emergency, replace the fluid in the system with the proper mixture.
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Manual Locking
Shaft
Piston Tail Rod
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Unlocking Operation
Opening Doors
The LXT is designed for easy door opening. (See Figure 3-9 on page 3-14).
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Hand Knobs
4. Install slide hammer (see Figure 3-9 on page 3-14, item 3). Remove both lock bars
from the door to be opened. Use care not to damage lock bar surfaces. Store bars
in safe location.
5. To open the door, grip door assembly by cylinder head and pull door away from BOP
body (See Figure 3-8).
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Closing Doors
1. Prior to closing door, carefully clean and lubricate support rods, lock bars, lock bar
grooves on door, and body with standard grease.
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Do Not Use grease on door seal area of door and body.
Lubricate door seal area and body with SAE 10W oil.
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4. See the section titled "Ram Assembly Removal and Inspection" on page 4-19 for
additional information.
Lockbar
Retaining Caps
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Preventive Maintenance
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There are two lower and two upper door assemblies
installed on a double LXT Ram BOP. Due to the slider bar
configuration and the QD male hydraulic coupler (item 8)
on the door, to the QD female hydraulic coupler (item 25)
on the body (see the table titled "BOP and Door
Components" on page 5-4 and Figure 5-2 on page 5-5 for
illustration). To avoid confusion while installing the doors
onto the body, it is recommended to remove only one door
assembly at a time from the BOP body. In this manner, the
door to body QD hydraulic connections and slider bars will
properly align with each other.
Maintenance Schedule
The purpose of the maintenance schedule is to detect wear in a NOV Shaffer® manual
lock model LXT BOP so that it can be repaired before a failure occurs in a drilling
emergency. The inspection sequence avoids repetition of work so that minimum time is
required for a thorough maintenance program. (See the table titled "Maintenance
Schedule, Manual Lock Ram BOP1" on page 4-2.)
Additional information is available in the following publications:
R API Spec. 6A, 16A
R API RP53
R NOV Brochures
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A NOV service representative normally will be called to make any repairs that require the
hydraulic system to be opened, including the following:
R Replacing piston seals
R Replacing cylinder seals
R Replacing manifold pipe seals
R Re-packing the ram shaft tail rod
R Re-packing the ram shaft seal assembly
R Run yearly inspections to determine if the BOP needs to be sent to a repair facility
for major rework.
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The annual inspection includes wellbore pressure tests,
hydraulic pressure tests, inspection and measurement of
the ram cavities.
Performed
Interval2 At By Summary
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Daily Maintenance
The procedures described below should be performed daily:
1. All rams should be functioned to verify that they operate properly. If possible, watch
the rams move by using a mirror to obtain a reflected image of the rams. If this is not
possible, observe the movement of the tail rod.
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Pipe rams should be closed on pipe. Blind rams should be
closed and opened when the pipe is out of the hole.
2. Check the tail rod shaft seal areas, cylinder head o-ring areas, manifold pipe seals,
door seal areas, weep holes, hydraulic connections, and all pipe plugs for possible
leakage of hydraulic fluids (see Figure 4-1 on page 4-4).
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To observe if the ram shaft packings are leaking, the
weep hole plugs must be removed on each door (see
Figure 4-12 on page 4-18).
3. Check areas for possible leakage of well fluid and/or hydraulic fluid (see Figure 4-1
on page 4-4).
3. Run a field wellbore pressure test as described in the section titled "Field Wellbore
Pressure Test" on page 4-9.
4. While running the field wellbore pressure test, look for external hydraulic leaks (see
Figure 4-1 on page 4-4).
5. If universal joints are installed, check them to ensure they are tight on the locking
shaft.
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API Connections
Tail Rod
Seal Assemblies
Cylinder Head
O-Rings
Manifold
Seals
Hydraulic
Connections
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10. Check the bore for accidental damage (See Figure 4-2). Smooth as required.
Occasionally the drill pipe will rotate against the bore and cause excessive wear.
Measure the maximum bore diameter and estimate the maximum wear on any side.
If any radius is more than 1/8" (3.18 mm) oversize, send the BOP to a NOV repair
facility for a complete rework.
11. Check the door sealing area on the BOP body for pits and scratches. Remove pits
and scratches with emery cloth.
12. Close door assemblies and install lock rods and retaining caps.
13. Inspect the ram shafts as follows:
a. Apply reduced closing hydraulic pressure to fully extend both ram shafts for
inspection.
b. Reduce closing hydraulic pressure to 0 psi (0 bar).
c. Open the doors. (See the section titled "Opening Doors" on page 3-12.)
d. Visually check the Outside Diameter of each ram shaft for pits and scratches.
The ram shafts should be replaced by a NOV service representative if pits or
scratches are visible.
e. Visually check the end of each ram shaft for cracks in the neck between the end
and the shaft. The ram shafts should be replaced by a NOV service
representative if cracks are visible.
f. Close the door assembly, install lock rods and retaining caps.
g. Apply reduced opening pressure to retract rams.
14. Inspect the tail rod end of the ram shaft.
a. Apply opening hydraulic pressure to extend the ram shaft.
b. If a tail rod is bent or cracked, the ram shaft should be replaced. If replacement
is necessary, call a NOV service representative.
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Anytime door assembly is open, bleed pressure to 0 psi (0
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c. Inspect the door seal area. Smooth minor pits with emery cloth.
d. Clean and oil the door sealing surface on the body with SAE 10W oil.
e. Oil the door seal seat and face with SAE 10W oil.
f. Clean QDs in door and body.
g. Replace the door seals (see Figure 4-5) if extruded, brittle, cut, or nicked. (See
the section titled "Door Seal Replacement" on page 4-16 and the section titled
"Troubleshooting" on page 4-15.)
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17. Reinstall the rams (see the section titled "Installation of Rams" on page 4-22).
18. Close doors.
19. Clean and grease support bars.
20. Clean and grease lockbar grooves on door and body.
21. Run a final field wellbore pressure test (see the section titled "Field Wellbore
Pressure Test" on page 4-9) before the BOP is returned to service.
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All elastomer seals should be replaced during the three-
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Pressure Testing
Field Wellbore Pressure Test
The final details of the test sequence will be established by the operator and contractor;
therefore, modifications to this procedure may be required. See API Spec. 16A and API
RP53, paragraph 7.A.2 for additional information.
Equipment Required
Connect the listed equipment as shown in Figure 4-6:
R Two pressure gauges
R Four valves
R A test pump
Gauge 1 Gauge 2
Valve 2
Valve 1A
Valve 1B
Bleeder Valve TEST PUMP
BOP
Test Locations
The BOP can be tested in any of the following locations:
R In a wellhead mounted stack
R On a test stump
R On a blind flange
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Test Pressure
The test pressure should not exceed the lowest rated working pressure of any component
or connection pressurized during the test. This includes one or more of the following:
R BOP(s)
R Wellhead
R Casing string, if it will be pressurized during the test or if a leak in the test tool could
cause it to be pressurized
R All connections
Test Fluids
The recommended wellbore pressure test fluid is cold water, but drilling fluid may be used.
1. Fill the BOP with water or drilling fluid.
2. Close the pipe rams on an appropriate test tool using 1,500 psi (103 bar) hydraulic
pressure (3,000 psi or 207 bar is optional).
Pressure Test
1. Close valves #1A and #1B & bleeder valve. Open valve #2 (see Figure 4-6 on page
4-9).
2. Apply 200-300 psi (14-21 bar) wellbore pressure below the rams. Close valve #2.
Hold test pressure for a minimum of 3 minutes. Check for low-pressure leaks.
Monitor gauge #1.
3. Open valve #2. Increase the wellbore pressure to the test pressure determined in
"Test Pressure”.
4. Close valve #2.
5. Hold the pressure for a minimum of 3 minutes.
6. Check for leaks on pressure gauge #1, the BOP exterior at the API connections, the
door seals, the ram shaft weep holes, and at the rams if they are visible (see Figure
4-1 on page 4-4).
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7. Close valve #2 (optional) open valve #1A & valve #1B with bleeder valve. Bleed
wellbore test pressure to 0 psi (0 bar).
8. Repeat steps 1-7 for the second pressure holding period of 15 minutes.
9. If leaks are detected, see the table titled "Troubleshooting-LXT Manual Lock BOP"
on page 4-15.
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Leak Repair
To repair leaks, perform the following:
1. Reduce all hydraulic pressure and wellbore pressure to 0 psi (0 bar).
2. API connection—tighten bolts or replace ring gasket as required (see step 3 of the
section titled "Installation Instructions" on page 3-3).
3. Door Seal—replace door seal (see the section titled "Door Seal Replacement" on
page 4-16).
4. Ram Shaft Weep Hole—call a NOV service representative. For an emergency
repair, see the section titled "Emergency Ram Shaft Packing Repair" on page 4-17.
As soon as possible after the emergency, call a NOV service representative to
replace the ram shaft packing.
5. Ram—replace the ram rubbers (see the section titled "Changing Pipe and Blind
Ram Rubbers" on page 4-24).
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If the hydraulic system was opened before this test, close
and open the rams three times to purge air from the
system.
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Gauge Closing
Valve Hydraulic
Line
Opening
Hydraulic
Line
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API Connections
Tail Rod
Seal Assemblies
Cylinder Head
O-Rings
Manifold
Seals
Hydraulic
Connections
b. Check for internal leaks past the pistons in the following manner:
R Disconnect the closing hydraulic line. A small amount of fluid will flow out of the
BOP initially and stop. If fluid continues to flow out of the BOP, it is leaking past
the piston and repairs are required.
R Reinstall the closing hydraulic line.
R Call a NOV service representative to repair the leak.
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Opening
Hydraulic
Line
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Troubleshooting
For a list of common problems likely to be encountered during operation, including
possible causes and corrective action, see "Troubleshooting-LXT Manual Lock BOP" table
below:
Will not hold well BOP is upside-down. When BOP is right side up, the side outlets are below the skids.
pressure Inside the BOP, the side outlets are below the rams (see the
section titled "Installation Instructions" on page 3-3).
Bad ram rubbers Check ram rubbers and replace if necessary (see the section
titled "Ram Assembly Removal and Inspection" on page 4-19.
Damaged seat Check seat sealing area for cuts and sealing surface scratches.
Smooth minor damage with emery cloth (see the section titled
"Three-Month Preventive Maintenance" on page 4-4).
Leaking ram shaft seal Check the weep holes in the doors for leakage. Replace the ram
shaft seal if necessary. A temporary repair can be made by
energizing the plastic packing, but the seal should be replaced
as soon as possible (see the section titled "Emergency Ram
Shaft Packing Repair" on page 4-17, Figure 4-1 on page 4-4).
Leaking door seal Check for leaks between the doors and the body. Replace the
door seals as required (see the section titled "Monthly
Preventive Maintenance" on page 4-3 and the section titled
"Door Seal Replacement" on page 4-16).
Pump leaking in the test Install isolation valve in the pump line close to the BOP. Install a
unit pressure gauge between the isolation valve and the BOP. No
indication of pressure drop indicates a leak in the test unit.
Rams will not Hydraulic fluid not reaching Remove the closing line from BOP and pump a small amount of
close the BOP hydraulic fluid through it. If no fluid appears, the line is plugged.
Clear the closing line.
Opening hydraulic line Remove opening line from the BOP and apply closing hydraulic
plugged or piston seal pressure.
damaged 1. If hydraulic fluid spurts out of BOP briefly and stops and rams
close, the opening hydraulic line is plugged. Call a NOV
service representative.
2. If hydraulic fluid spurts out of BOP continuously, the piston
seal is damaged. The rams would also move, but there would
be no pressure buildup. Call a NOV service representative.
Foreign substance in the Open the door(s) and inspect for cement, metal fragments, etc.
wellbore area Clean the ram cavity.
Lock bars are hard Corrosion or material build Thoroughly clean bars and grooves then re-lubricate. A new
to remove up application of Perma-Silk G (solid film lubricant) maybe needed.
One (or both) Manual lock(s) rams partly Unlock rams. Check for damage to the locking shafts, threads, or
rams will open locked bent shaft (see the section titled "Three-Month Preventive
partly, but will not Maintenance" on page 4-4).
move out of the
wellbore
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Door assemblies Bent or dirty slide rods Check the straightness of the rods. Replace if necessary. Clean
are hard to slide and lubricate.
Worn DU Bearings Replace the door DU bearings for the slide rods. See the table
titled "BOP and Door Components" on page 5-4.
Corrective Maintenance
Door Seal Replacement
The door seal is replaced by performing the steps listed below:
1. Disconnect the universal joints from the locking shafts.
2. Open the doors (see the section titled "Ram Assembly Removal and Inspection" on
page 4-19).
3. Remove the door seal from its seat (see Figure 4-11).
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On the LXT, the secondary seal port is located between
the lock bar gooves on the side of the door.
2. With the pipe plug removed, a second socket head screw plug is exposed. Tighten
this clockwise to inject the secondary ram shaft seal.
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Additional packing may be injected until the leak stops.
Remove the packing plug, add packing and re-tighten the
packing plug.
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Check Valve
(P/N 20023094)
Door
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Removal of Rams
Remove the rams according to the steps listed below:
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3. Remove two of the retaining caps on both bars. Remove the two door lock bars.
(See Figure 4-14 and Figure 4-15.) Store lock bars in safe area.
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If the bar cannot be removed by hand. The supplied ‘slide
hammer’ can be used (see Figure 3-9 on page 3-14).
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4. By hand, pull the door assembly back along the support bars until it stops. See
Figure 4-16.
5. Slide ram out and lift. See Figure 4-17 and Figure 4-18 on page 4-22.
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Installation of Rams
1. Thoroughly grease all ram exterior surfaces and the ram shaft-mounting slot.
2. Grease the inside of the BOP body at the following locations:
R Ram shaft foot.
R Side pads in the body cavity.
R Skids in the bottom of the body cavity.
R Ram sealing seat in the top of the body cavity.
3. Clean and oil the door face with SAE 10W oil; replace the door seal if damaged (see
the section titled "Door Seal Replacement" on page 4-16).
4. Clean and oil the door sealing surface on the body with SAE 10W oil.
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5. Lift the ram assembly into position, then slide the assembly horizontally onto the
ram shaft foot (see Figure 4-18 on page 4-22).
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Grease the support rods before and after opening and
closing the door assembly. Clean and grease all the lock
bars and grooves before closing the doors.
6. Manually close the door of the preventer and replace the lock bars and retaining
caps. See Figure 4-19.
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3. Remove the top seal until the pins are out of the face seal.
4. Remove the face seal.
5. Clean and lubricate the seal areas of the ram block with SAE 10W oil.
6. Install the new face seal.
7. Install the new top seal. Align the seal pins with the holes in the face seal. Tap the
new seal into the block seal area.
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Always give the serial number or assembly part numbers
and size of the LXT BOP when ordering parts.
R Store rubber parts in their natural shape. Do not hang o-rings on nails or hooks.
R Storage areas should be kept as dry as possible. Oil, grease or other fluids
should be stored elsewhere to avoid spillage.
R If storage is for a long duration, it is recommended that rubber parts be placed in
sealed containers or be given a protective surface covering impervious to
temperature or light, This will extend the shelf life.
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Some cracks are not obvious, but when the rubber part is
bent, stretched or compressed, very minute cracks will
become apparent.
BLOWOUT
PREVENTER
BORE SIZE IN
WKG. PRESS. PSI
HYD. OPER. SYSTEM PRESS:
RATED WKG. PSI
RECMD. OPER. PSI
TOP CONN.
TOP RG. GSKT.
BTM. CONN.
BTM. RG. GSKT.
OTLT. SIZE
ATTENTION OTLT. RG. GSKT.
TRIM/TEMP. CLASS
FOR CORRECT DOOR CLOSURE
SERIAL NO.
SLIDE DOOR COMPLETELY CLOSED, API PDC
PULL DOWN SLIGHTLY ON CYLINDER ASSY. WT.
HEAD TO ALLOW EASE OF DATE OF MFR.
INSTALLING LOWER LOCK BAR FIRST
ASSY. NO.
THEN LIFT SLIGHTLY ON CYLINDER
132894
HEAD TO INSTALL UPPER
LOCK BAR
20020617
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Most components of the LXT
have their part numbers stamped
on them.
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2. LXT interior Steam, high pressure water SAE-10W hydraulic oil or equivalent.
7. Seat sealing
Emery cloth SAE-10W oil or equivalent.
surfaces
9. Skids and side pads Steam, high pressure water, emery cloth Grease
* Do not use a wire brush to clean the ring groove. Install new ring gaskets dry.
NOTE: The lock bars and grooves may require a field application of the solid film lubricant Perma-
Silk® G. This lubricant is an air drying, MoS2 based solid film lubricant with an epoxy binder system.
The coating provides a low coefficient of friction with good corrosion resistance and is ideal for
higher load carrying applications. (Technical data available on request)
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Customer Service
Direct all correspondence to one of the addresses provided below:
Mailing Address
National Oilwell Varco (NOV)
P.O. Box 1473
Houston, Texas 77251, U.S.A.
Shipping Address
12950 West Little York
Houston, Texas 77041
Phone: (713) 937-5000
Fax: (713) 937-5779
Repair Center
5100 N. Sam Houston Parkway West
Houston, Texas 77086
Phone: (281) 569-3000
Parts Lists
Parts Identification
All parts required for maintenance or repair are available from NOV. Figures correspond to
the parts list, which identifies each part by number. Using this part number and part name
will ensure procurement of the proper part when ordering parts.
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BOP Characteristics
WELLBORE CHARACTERISTICS
OPERATOR CHARACTERISTICS
ESTIMATED WEIGHTS
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NOV manufactures 5,000 psi 7 1/16" LXT blowout
preventers and 3,000 psi working pressure 7 1/16" LXT
blowout preventers. Both preventers are identical in
operation. The difference between the two preventers is
the API end connections, which limit the working pressure
of the preventer to 3,000 psi.
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O-Ring
Plug (x2)
Q/D Nipple (x2)
Cylinder Head
Ram Shaft
Seal Assembly
Locking Shaft
Piston Shaft
Piston Shaft
Seal
O-Ring Cylinder
w
Piston Seal
/Backup (x2)
Door
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9 5019416 O-RING 2
15 030653 O-RING 4
21 066502 PLUG, SKT HD, HX, 1/2" NPT, ALLOY STL, CAD PLTD 2
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See foldout.
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BOP Body 13 3
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* Quantity shown is for 1 assembly. Note that a single model requires 2 assemblies, a double model
requires 4 assemblies. Increase quantities as required.
OPERATOR
3
2
BOP BODY
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Cylinder Head/Piston
12 1 20022403
Shaft Seal
* Quantity shown is for 1 assembly. Note that a single model requires 2 assemblies, a double model requires 4
assemblies. Increase quantities as required.
Piston
Shaft Seal
Cylinder Head
Piston Shaft
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Top Seal
Ram Block
Face Seal
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Block
A
Section A-A
Pipe Range (inches) Complete Rubber Block Face Seal Top Seal
Assembly Assembly
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066502 PLUG, SKT HD, HX, 1/2" NPT, ALLOY STL, CAD PLTD 2
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1 6 7 3 6 1 5 4
1 722151 HANDWHEEL 1
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API Nuts
Normal Temperatures
Heavy Hex Nuts Black A194, Cad. Plated A194, Low Temperatures
Gr 2H Gr 2H A194 Gr 4 or 7
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Flange R or RX R (Oval) RX
Number
Working Nominal Soft Iron Type Rubber Soft Iron Type
Pressure (psi) Size and Cad. 304 SS Coated Cad. 304 SS
Bore Plated Plated
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Flange R or RX R (Oval) RX
Number
Working Nominal Soft Iron Type Rubber Soft Iron Type
Pressure (psi) Size and Cad. 304 SS Coated Cad. 304 SS
Bore Plated Plated
Flange
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