Blohm + Voss Oil Tools, LLC

Floorhand Cantilever Manipulator

Technical Documentation

Manual Rev 000, January 2009

A Company
of ThyssenKrupp Blohm + Voss Oil Tools, LLC
USA

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Warnings and Note Intended use of this Intellectual property CE Marking

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EQUIPMENT DAMAGE. Voss Oil Tools, LLC.
This manual is intended All information contained
NOTE: A “note” indicates in this manual is based Limited Warranty
for use by field service,
that additional information is engineering, installation, upon the latest product The warranty provided will
provided about the current operation, and repair information available at any be void if the Floorhand
topics. personnel. Every effort has time of printing. Cantilever is either:
been made to ensure the Dependent on ongoing 1. Repaired or serviced by
accuracy of the information technical improvements a service facility which
contained herein. Blohm (ISO 9001) “Blohm + Voss was not authorised by
+ Voss Oil Tools, LLC., Oil Tools, LLC.” reserves the Blohm + Voss Oil Tools,
will not be held liable for right to change the design LLC.
errors in this material, or for and specifications without 2. Replacement parts not
consequences arising from announcement. manufactured by Blohm
misuse of this material. The values specified in + Voss Oil Tools, LLC.
Anyone using service this manual represent the are used.
procedures or tools, whether nominal values of a unit 3. Modifications were
or not recommended by produced in series. Slight made to the Elevator
Blohm + Voss Oil Tools, LLC., deviations in the case of which were not
must be thoroughly satisfied the individual devices are approved by Blohm +
that neither personal safety possible. Voss Oil Tools, LLC.
nor equipment safety will be
jeopardized. NOTE: In the event of Patents
problems that cannot be
solved with the aid of this The following patent
manual, please contact numbers apply:
one of the addresses listed U.S. 11/404,317
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Manufacturer & Agents World wide

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TABLE
General remarks Safety issues Floorhand Cantilever specific warnings
As with any rig equipment, WARNING: ONE SHOULD AVOID WARNING: LUBRICATE UNIT
the Floorhand Cantilever CREATING IGNITION SOURCES, LIKE

DESCRIPTION
ONLY WHEN SUPPLY LINES ARE
must be operated in HEAT, AS A RESULT OF THE USE OF DISCONNECTED AND HPU IS OFF AND
accordance with accepted THE TOOL WITH OTHER TOOLS OR TAGGED OUT. VERIFY THAT SYSTEM
rig safety practices and EQUIPMENT. PRESSURE IS -0- PSI.
procedures. All operators
should be familiar with all WARNING: THE WARNING PLATES, WARNING: ALWAYS USE LIFTING
safety precautions and SIGNS AND LABELS MUST BE PRESENT APPARATUS (SLINGS, CABLES,
recommended installation ON THE TOOL. DO NOT REMOVE SHACKLES AND THE LIKE) THAT

COMMISSIONING
and operating procedures, THE LABELS. IF THEY ARE MISSING, HAVEN BEEN INSPECTED AND ARE IN
including the information REPLACING IS MANDATORY. GOOD CONDITION AND ARE PROPERLY
provided in this manual and SIZED. ENSURE THAT ALL RIGGING
any other safety publications WARNING: ALL WARNING PLATES, AND LIFTING PROCEDURES ARE
by Blohm + Voss Oil Tools, SIGNS AND LABELS ATTACHED TO THE IN ACCORDANCE WITH ACCEPTED
LLC. List below is a reference EQUIPMENT MUST BE OBSERVED. OILFIELD PRACTICES AND STANDARDS.
of safety considerations and
warnings found throughout WARNING: DO NOT USE THE WARNING: ALWAYS CHECK THE
this manual:

INSTALLATION
TOOL FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE UNIT FOR LOOSE FASTENERS AND
THAN MAKING UP AND BRAKING OUT HYDRAULIC CONNECTIONS AS WELL
TUBULAR WITHIN ITS SPECIFICATION. AS ANY OTHER DAMAGE PRIOR TO
TURNING ON THE POWER UNIT.
Warning Signs WARNING: FAILURE TO CONDUCT
WARNING: THE WARNING PLATES, ROUTINE MAINTENANCE COULD RESULT WARNING: NOTE THAT THE
SIGNS AND LABELS MUST BE PRESENT IN EQUIPMENT DAMAGE OR INJURY TO MANIPULATOR HYDRAULIC POWER
ON THE TOOL. DO NOT REMOVE PERSONNEL. IS TAKE FROM THE FLOORHAND
THE LABELS. IF THEY ARE MISSING, HYDRAULIC CIRCUITRY AND IS

OPERATIONS
REPLACING IS MANDATORY. WARNING: THE TOOL MUST ONLY INTEGRATED WITH AND REQUIRES
BE SERVICED BY TRAINED AND BY THE USE OF THE SAFETY FEATURES
B + V AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL. AND INTERLOCKING CIRCUITRY
INCORPORATED THEREIN FOR SAFE
WARNING: WEAR PERSONAL AND PROPER USE. DO NOT OPERATE
PROTECTION EQUIPMENT WHILE THE MANIPULATOR FROM ANY OTHER
WORKING WITH THE EQUIPMENT. HYDRAULIC POWER SOURCE.

MAINTENANCE
& INSPECTION
WARNING: IF ANY SAFETY
ELEMENTS (LIKE SAFETY ROPES,
SAFETY SHEETS, PLATES OR
WASHERS) WERE DISASSEMBLED DUE
TO MAINTENANCE WORK, DO NOT
RE- USE THEM. ALWAYS REPLACE
THEM WITH NEW SAFETY ELEMENTS.
SPARE PARTS

WARNING: KEEP HANDS AND

ARMS CLEAR OF ALL MOVING PARTS
WHEN CONNECTING, DISCONNECTING
OR OPERATING THE UNIT.

WARNING: ALWAYS WEAR

PROTECTIVE GEAR FOR EYES, HEAD,
HANDS AND FEET.
DRAWINGS

WARNING: WHEN SERVICING UNIT,

BE SURE ALL POWER IS OFF AND
SUPPLY LINES ARE DISCONNECTED.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE
DESCRIPTION

GENERAL INFORMATION 2 5. MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION 22

Grease quality 22
Warnings and Note 2
Lubrication 22
Intended use of this manual 2
Removing the Floorhand from the Manipulator 24
Intellectual property 2
Reinstalling the Floorhand onto the Manipulator 24
Manufacturer & Agents World wide 2
Normal Rig Move Removal and Installation 24
CE Marking 2
Inspection categories acc. to API RP 8B 25
COMMISSIONING

Limited Warranty 2
General description 25
Patents 2
Frequency 25
Safety issues 3
Periodic inspection 25
General remarks 3
Inspection 26
Floorhand Cantilever specific warnings 3
Inspection of Hydraulic System 26
TABLE OF CONTENTS 4 Critical Load Inspection 26
Dismantling Inspection 26
1. DESCRIPTION 8 Inspection check lists 27
INSTALLATION

Check Category I (Ongoing observation) 28

General 8 Check List Category II (Daily) 28
Controls. 8 Check List Category III (every year) 29
Specifications 8 Check List Category IV (every 2 years) 29
Part numbers 8 Wear data criteria 29
HPU 8
6. SPARE PARTS 32
2. INSTALLATION 10
Recommended spares (1 year operation) 32
Lifting 10
OPERATION

Lifting 10 7. DRAWINGS 34
Normal rig move removal and installation. 11 Hydraulic controls circuit manipulator 34
A. Locating the Manipulator 11 Hydraulic schematic wrench torque circuit 36
B. Installing the Socket 11 Hydraulic schematic spinner control circuit 38
Rig-Up/ Rig-Down 13 Hydraulic schematic stabber 39
Normal rig move removal and installation. 13 Hydraulic engage circuit 40
Attaching the hydraulic lines 14 4-Bank main control valve 42
MAINTENANCE

Adjustments for mousehole operations 14

& INSPECTION

Shaft housing assembly 43

3. COMMISSIONING 16
Commissioning Floorhand 16
Scope of supply 16
Installation 16
Function test 16
Lubrication and maintenance 16
SPARE PARTS

4. OPERATIONS 18
Normal operation. 18
Operating the Manipulator. 18
Normal operational stroke 18
Tripping Out & In 20
Main issues while tripping OUT 20
Main issues while tripping IN 20
DRAWINGS

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MAINTENANCE TABLE
DRAWINGS SPARE PARTS OPERATIONS INSTALLATION COMMISSIONING DESCRIPTION
& INSPECTION OF CONTENTS
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TABLE MAINTENANCE
DESCRIPTION COMMISSIONING INSTALLATION OPERATION SPARE PARTS DRAWINGS
OF CONTENTS & INSPECTION
 DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION

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 1. DESCRIPTION

General
The Blohm + Voss Oil mm. The centerline of the
DESCRIPTION

Tools, LLC. Floorhand is a manipulator mounting

combination torquing and socket may be located up
spinning tool designed for to 99,5 inches (30.33 m)
quick installation on a variety from the maximum required
of drilling rigs by the use if well center or mouse hole
various manipulators. This position. The manipulator
manual covers the basic allows the boom to be
cantilever. manually rotated as far as
the hydraulic hoses will allow.
The Blohm + Voss Oil Tools,
LLC Cantilever Manipulator
Controls.
is a moderate reach
manipulator that eliminates The all-hydraulic controls
the need for hanging cables for the Floorhand and the
and provides working stroke manipulator are mounted
length of the Floorhand conveniently on the front of
of 32-112 inches (812- the unit for easy acces as
2845mm) and a vertical well as maximum visibility for
travel range of 3 feet - 915 the operator.

PUSH TO LOWER
PUSH TO LOWER
PUSH TO EXTRACT

EXTEND

LIFT
Specifications

PULL TO RAISE
ADJUST
PULL TO RAISE
PULL TO EXTEND

Hydraulic requirements Pressure (optimum) 2,500 psi (172 Bar)

Flowrate (optimum) 25 GPM (95 L/min)
Pressure (min/max) 2500 / 2700 Psi
Flowrate (min/max) 20 / 30 GPM
(*) dependent on HPU

Part numbers
No Part Standard Unit Part
number
1 9GF-1100 Floorhand
2 9FM-2050 Lift Cylinder
3 9FM-2500 Cantilever Mount Manipulator
4 9FH-01389 Transportation Skid
5 9PU-7200 Power Unit explosion proof
Masses:
1+2: 4000 Lbs
1+3+4: 8200 Lbs
5: 2200 Lbs

HPU
The Floorhand is designed to flowrates are acceptable.
be operated with a CLOSED Lower flowrates will result
center hydraulic power in slower operating speed,
source. particularly notable during
NOTE: The Cantilever spinning. Higher available
manipulator must operate at flowrates may result in
2,500 psi at all times. The slightly faster speeds for
25 GPM flowrate is normally some functions.
optimum, however lower

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 INSTALLATION

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INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
 2. INSTALLATION

Lifting
Lifting The Floorhand could also be
attached to the cantilever
WARNING: ALWAYS USE LIFTING style Manipulator (9FM-
APPARATUS (SLINGS, CABLES,
2500, former GF9400). It is
SHACKLES AND THE LIKE) THAT
attached via a beam.
HAVEN BEEN INSPECTED AND ARE
IN GOOD CONDITION AND ARE
PROPERLY SIZED. ENSURE THAT ALL
RIGGING AND LIFTING PROCEDURES
ARE IN ACCORDANCE WITH
ACCEPTED INDUSTRY PRACTICES AND
STANDARDS.

The frame may incorporate

a lifting brackets on the
uppermost portion of the
frame (optional when a lifting
INSTALLATION

cylinder kit is used)). The

bracket has a shackle hole
used for suspension of the
unit from the manipulator. Floorhand - cantilever assembly

The unit should always be

lifted using a two part bridle,
one leg or the bridle attached
to one of the brackets. Never
lift the unit only by a single
bracket.

WARNING: NEVER STAND UNDER A

LOAD BEING LIFTED.

The Floorhand is suspended

from the manipulator by a
suspension assembly and
gimble. This configuration
allows the unit to float
as well as swivel for
maximum rig floor flexibility
and performance. The
suspension assembly and
gimble should always be left
attached to the unit.
The unit is delivered from the
factory with the suspenson
shackles attached to the
center holes of each frame
bracket. This position is
usually satisfactory, however
the unit should be checked
for level and adjusted if
required.

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 Normal rig move and the Manipulator when in
both the retracted and fully
36" LIFT
removal and extended positions.
installation.
B. Installing the Socket
WARNING: NEVER ALLOW
PERSONNEL TO BE IN THE DIRECTION (see Figures 1 and 2) The
THAT THE EQUIPMENT MAY SWING socket should be welded
WHEN BEING INSTALLED OR REMOVED. down on the perimeter of the
94"

upper plate as shown per the

requirements from the rig
A. Locating the manufacturer subsequent to
Manipulator the Engineering Review. The
lower portion of the socket
(See Figures 1 and 2) The
must be supported per
Manipulator may be located
9-1/4"
the Engineering Review to
at any location on the rig
FLOOR provide a secure installation
10.5"

32.50" WORKING
floor that will:
STROKE
to support the significant

INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
51-1/4" 48-1/4"
overhung loads imposed
• Support the deck loads
99-1/2"
during operation. Normally,
Figure 1 from the Floorhand
a portion of the floor plate is
and Manipulator at
removed so that the socket
full extension. An
may be welded directly to
Engineering Review with
the supporting structure
the rig manufacturer
and additional supporting
must be performed
structure installed. The
to ensure that the
socket is symmetrical about
rig structure and
the vertical axis and may be
attachment to the
oriented in any position. The
manipulator socket
socket must be level within
are within industry
+/-2 degree in all directions.
standards. The "Design
Weight Equivalent" is
Other customized mounting
shown on Figure 1 and
arrangements may be
reflects the overhung
adapted to specific rig
loads imposed on
requirements. Please consult
the socket with the
Blohm + Voss Oil Tools LLC.
Floorhand installed and
Install the Floorhand and
the manipulator at full
manipulator as discussed in
extension.
"Rig-up-Rig-down".
• Provide the operator
with a safe environment
. Locating the HPU and
for all rig floor operations
attaching the hydraulic lines
involving the Floorhand.
The Hydraulic Power Unit
• Provide the best
("HPU") may be located
accessibility for
some distance away from
maintenance and the
the rig floor and, unless the
minimum interference
electric components on the
with other rig activities
HPU are explosion proof,
when the Floorhand is
MUST be located off of the
not in use.
rig floor and away from the
danger zone. The supply and
Figure 1 shows the relative
return hoses from the HPU
positions of the Floorhand

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 are normally run up through
the rig floor near the socket.
The supply and return hoses
are equipped with self-
closing quick disconnect
fittings. They attach to the
mating quick disconnect
fittings mounted on the
back of the manipulator.
Care must be taken during
installation to minimize
chafing of the hoses during
rigup/rigdown as well as
during operation of the
Floorhand. If the hoses chafe
against the rig structure
when the manipulator
is moved, particularly
INSTALLATION

when being slewed, chafe

protection should be used.
The Remote Control for the
HPU is explosion proof and
may be located anywhere
that is convenient to the
Driller.

Figure 2 18" square

Installation +1/4" - 0
center line

Installation zone Structure must be designed

to support a minimum
overhung load of 400,000
Inch-Lb in any direction.

22" square

Socket must be level within

+/- 1/2° in all directions for
proper operation
Socket material: Group 1
67

steel use appr. procedures

R

99
.

per AWS D11

0"
. 0"

"R .5
R

"R
67

9.5
9 Remove pad
eyes after
Typical installation, using installation
installation socket PN
FH-01386
10"

Well center Mouse hole

Add support structure as required
to support top and bottom of socket

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Rig-Up/ Rig- Normal rig move
Down removal and
A. Installing the
installation. 1. Attach a two part lifting
Bearing Housing with bridle to the frame using
ManipulatorlFloorhand the socket. properly sized shackles
WARNING: NEVER ALLOW
Assembly (See Figure 3). • Lower the Floorhand 2. Take up the slack in the
PERSONNEL TO BE IN THE DIRECTION
• Brush grease on the into the socket until the lifting bridle until the
THAT THE EQUIPMENT MAY SWING
inside of the socket bore shoulder of the Bearing suspension assembly is
WHEN BEING INSTALLED OR REMOVED.
to minimize corrosion. Housing rests on the top just loose.
• Verify that the Transport of the socket. Note that 3. Remove the safety pin
WARNING: NEVER USE A
Pin is installed to there will be a gap of from the gimble pin.
HAMMER TO REMOVE THE GIMBLE
prevent movement of approximately 4 inches 4. Supporting the weight
PIN. TIGHTNESS IN THIS PIN IS
the Lift Arm or Torque between the top of the of the gimble and
AN INDICATION THAT THERE IS A
Arm during hoisting socket and bottom of the suspension, remove the
RESIDUAL LOAD IN THIS INTERFACE
operations. Stop Plate. gimble pin and lower the
AND THAT THE LIFTING SLING IS NOT
• Attach the shackles of a • Remove lifting bridle. gimble and suspension
PROPERLY CONFIGURED. THE LIFTING
two-part lifting bridle to • Remove Transport Pin to rest on the frame.
APPARATUS MUST BE DIRECTLY OVER
the lift eyes on the alms and place in storage 5. Replace the gimble pin
THE UNIT OR IT MAY SWING WHEN THE

INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
of the Torque Arm. position vertically on the and safety pin in the end
PIN DISENGAGES.
• Remove tie downs back of the Pedestal. of the manipulator.
securing the Floorhand 6. Lift the unit with the
The unit is removed from
and manipulator to the bridle.
the manipulator by removing
Transport Skid.
the safety pin and gimble
• Lift the Floorhand The installation of the unit is
cross pin from the end of the
align the bottom of the the reverse of the removal.
manipulator arm as follows:

Figure 3

WARNING: Do not lift

skid from this location

Transport pin must

Tie down lugs - frame be in
place when lifting

FH-01387
transport
pin

Lift lugs -
skid

Tie down lugs - skid

FH-01389 shipping skid

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 Attaching the hydraulic lines
WARNING: THE QUICK DISCONNECT FITTINGS ARE CONFIGURED FROM THE
FACTORY THROUGH THE SIZE, CONFIGURATION OR ORIENTATION OF THE FITTING
SUCH THERE IS LITTLE POSSIBILITY OF ATTACHING THE LINES INCORRECTLY.
WHEN REPLACING THESE FITTINGS, IT IS IMPERATIVE TO USE EXACTLY THE SAME
FITTING IN EXACTLY THE SAME ORIENTATION CONSISTENT WITH THE FACTORY
INSTALLATION.

Always ensure that the quick disconnect fittings are fully

engaged and locked (if appropriate to the type of fitting
used).

1. Attach the pressure line quick disconnect fitting from

the manipulator to the pressure line fitting (the top fitting
with the ball valve) at the top of the unit.
1. Pressure line
2. Attach the return line from the manipulator to the fitting
(the lower fitting) at the top of the unit. 2. Return line
INSTALLATION

3. Attach the 2 smaller quick disconnect fittings from the

manipulator to the appropriate fittings on the unit.

WARNING: ALWAYS MAKE SURE THAT ALL OF THE CONTROL VALVE HANDLES
FOR CLAMP (LOWER WRENCH, UPPER WRENCH AND SPINNER CLAMP) FUNCTIONS
ARE IN THE FULLY RETRACTED (“PULLED BACK”) POSITION PRIOR TO TURNING
ON THE POWER UNIT.

Adjustments for mousehole

operations
The wrench and spinner combination are allowed to pivot
within the frame to accomodate any mouse hole whether
angled or straight (see photo). The wrench is very balanced 3. Manipulator connectors
and will „rock“ a minor amount from side to side as the
wrench torque cylinder is extends or retracts.

Pivotting arrangement

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 COMMISIONINGS
COMMISSIONING

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 3. COMMISSIONING

Commissioning Floorhand

OK  Check crew is aware of all danger regarding handling the tool.

OK  Go through manual with crew.

Prior to use of the Floorhand following checks must be carried out :

Scope of supply
COMMISIONINGS

OK  Cross check all delivered parts.

Installation
OK  Make sure the required (optional) stabber is mounted.
OK  Make sure the pipe stop has been fit correctly.
OK  Make sure all hydraulic connectors are connected properly

Function test
OK  Check torque adjustment is correct
Test movements using the joy sticks
OK  Lower wrench
OK  Upper wrench
OK  Spinner clamp

Lubrication and maintenance

OK  Check all grease fittings have been lubricated
OK  Check no leakage occurs from any hose
OK  Check no leakage occurs at any manifold block
OK  Check no leakage occurs at any coupling
OK  Check state of rollers
OK  Check state of inserts (jaws)
OK  Check state of buttons

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 OPERATIONS
OPERATIONS

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 4. OPERATIONS

Normal operation. Normal operational

WARNING: BEFORE OPERATING stroke
THE UNIT, MAKE SURE THAT YOU HAVE
READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS ENTIRE
Normal operational stroke is
MANUAL AND HAVE BEEN PROPERLY
controlled by the "EXTEND"
TRAINED IN THE OPERATION OF THE
lever while fine positioning
UNIT. ALSO VERIFY THAT THE UNIT and full retraction is
HAS BEEN PROPERLY INSPECTED,
controlled by the "ADJUST"
ADJUSTED AND LUBRICATED BEFORE
lever.
EACH USE.

WARNING: ALWAYS CLAMP THE

LOWER WRENCH BEFORE CLAMPING
THE UPPER WRENCH OR SPINNER.

Controls
The controls for the
manipulator are situated on
the front of the main control
manifold.
PUSH TO LOWER
PUSH TO LOWER
PUSH TO EXTRACT

EXTEND

LIFT
PULL TO RAISE
ADJUST
PULL TO RAISE
PULL TO EXTEND
OPERATIONS

Operating the
Manipulator.
The manipulator is equipped
with a dual circuit extension
control. This minimizes the
number of fine adjustments
required to properly
position the Floorhand
during operations as well as
providing maximum position
repeatability during tripping.

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 PUSH TO LOWER
PUSH TO LOWER
PUSH TO EXTRACT
To initially adjust the

EXTEND

LIFT
PULL TO RAISE
ADJUST
PULL TO RAISE
PULL TO EXTEND
operating position:

Fully actuate the "EXTEND"

control.

Actuate the "ADJUST"

control until the desired
position at well center or the
mouse hole is achieved.

PUSH TO LOWER
PUSH TO LOWER
PUSH TO EXTRACT

EXTEND

LIFT
PULL TO RAISE
ADJUST
PULL TO RAISE
PULL TO EXTEND
To extend the manipulator
between standby and
working position, pull out on
the lever marked "EXTEND".

PUSH TO LOWER
PUSH TO LOWER
PUSH TO EXTRACT

EXTEND

LIFT
PULL TO RAISE
ADJUST
PULL TO RAISE
PULL TO EXTEND

To retract the manipulator

to the standby position,
push in on the lever marked

OPERATIONS
"EXTEND".
PUSH TO LOWER
PUSH TO LOWER
PUSH TO EXTRACT

EXTEND

LIFT
PULL TO RAISE
ADJUST
PULL TO RAISE
PULL TO EXTEND

To fully retract the

manipulator to the storage
position, push in on both the
lever marked "EXTEND" and
the "ADJUST" control.

To raise the Floorhand, pull

PUSH TO LOWER
PUSH TO LOWER
PUSH TO EXTRACT

EXTEND

LIFT
PULL TO RAISE
ADJUST
PULL TO RAISE
PULL TO EXTEND

out on the lever marked

"LIFT".
To lower the Floorhand, push
in on the lever marked "LIFT"

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 WARNING: BEFORE OPERATING Main issues while
THE UNIT, MAKE SURE THAT YOU HAVE
tripping IN
READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS ENTIRE
MANUAL AND HAVE BEEN PROPERLY WARNING: DO NOT CLAMP THE
TRAINED IN THE OPERATION OF THE FLOORHAND ONTO THE PIPE BEFORE
UNIT. ALSO VERIFY THAT THE UNIT THE PIN HAS BEEN STABBED.

HAS BEEN PROPERLY INSPECTED,

ADJUSTED AND LUBRICATED BEFORE Using the "EXTEND" handle
EACH USE. on the Main Control Valve,
bring the Floorhand onto
the pipe. Using the "LIFT"
Tripping Out & In handle on the manipulator
valve, adjust the manipulator
Pls. read and understand the to align the wrench with tool
"Floorhand"manual prior to joint shoulder height. Ensure
operation. that the tong dies of the
Lower Wrench are aligned
Operation is effectively with the box tonging area of
the same as operating the the tool joint and that neither
Floorhand with the pedestal tong die will straddle the
or book. The main difference shoulder of the tool joint.
is the control manifold, Now ENGAGE.
which is a 4-bank instead
of a 5-bank type. The Push the "EXTEND" handle
manipulator controls are on the maipulator control
mounted to the side of the valve to retract the Floorhand
control block. from the pipe to the standby
position.
OPERATIONS

Main issues while

tripping OUT
Using the manipulator,
vertically align the wrench
with the tool joint shoulder
height. Ensure that the tong
dies of the Upper and Lower
Wrenches are aligned with
the pin and box tonging
areas of their respective
portions of the tool joint and
that neither tong dies will
straddle the upper and lower
tool joint.
NOTE: For safety reasons,
the hydraulic system will
not allow the manipulator
to move in any direction
unless the Floorhand is fully
disengaged from the pipe.

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& INSPECTION
MAINTENANCE
& INSPECTION

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 5. MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION

Grease quality
In order to achieve efficient lubrication even at different
environmental temperatures, we recommend the following
grease types should be used:
Mult ipurpose grease, e.g:
• Shell Alvania RL 3
• Aviaticon XRF NLGI 0
Alternatively; use EP gear lubricating grease for greasing
”non-oil tight gear trains”
NESSOS SF0
NLGI 0
DIN 51 826 GPOF-25
DIN 51 502 GPOF-25
For higher ambient temperature up to 30° Celsius / 86°
Fahrenheit we recommend to use NLGI 2.

Lubrication
WARNING: ALWAYS TURN OFF THE HYDRAULIC POWER UNIT, DISCONNECT
THE HYDRAULIC LINES AND TAG OUT THE HPU CONTROL BEFORE LUBRICATING
THE FLOORHAND OR MANIPULATOR. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE INJURY TO
PERSONNEL OR DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT.

The Manipulator should be inspected and greased each

week. The grease points are:
1. Toggle Bearings -Use a grease gun on the grease fittings
on the cross tubes of each Frame Toggle (4 grease
points) (See Figure 9).
MAINTENANCE
& INSPECTION

1. Toggle bearings (4 grease points)

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 2. Rod Knuckle -Use a
grease gun on the
grease fitting on the
head of each Cylinder
Rod Pin (2 grease
points). One fitting is
2x accessed through the
2x hole in the side of the
Torque Arm the other
form the column end of
the Lift Arm.
3. Torque Arm Pin -Use
a grease gun on the
grease fitting on each
end of the Torque Arm
Pin (2 grease points)
(See Figure 10).

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 Removing the Floorhand from the
Manipulator

Lower the manipulator to it's lowest position. Extend both the

"EXTEND" and "ADJUSTMENT" controls until the Floorhand
is resting on the rig floor. Place dunnage under the Floorhand
Frame if required.
WARNING: NEVER ALLOW PERSONNEL TO BE IN THE DIRECTION THAT THE
EQUIPMENT MAY SWING WHEN BEING INSTALLED OR REMOVED.

WARNING: NEVER USE A HAMMER TO REMOVE THE TOGGLE PINS. TIGHTNESS

IN THIS PIN IS AN INDICATION THAT THERE IS A RESIDUAL LOAD IN THIS
INTERFACE AND THAT THE LIFTING SLING IS NOT PROPERLY CONFIGURED. THE
LIFTING APPARATUS MUST BE DIRECTLY OVER THE UNIT OR IT MAY SWING WHEN
THE PIN DISENGAGES.

Turn off the hydraulic power unit and shut the manipulator
inlet ball valve.
Ensuring that the hoses are marked for reinstallation, detach
the control hoses from the manipulator and the main supply
and return lines from the rear of the Floorhand frame.
Make sure to cap or plug all open hydraulic lines to prevent
contamination and loss of hydraulic fluid.
Remove the pins attaching the Floorhand frame to the
Toggles after removing the cotter pins and washers.
Attach a two part lifting bridle to the pad eyes located on the
forward top of the Floorhand frame.
Lift the Floorhand slightly, allowing it to pivot.
• Swing the Floorhand away from the manipulator.

Reinstalling the Floorhand onto the

Manipulator
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The procedure for reinstallation is the reverse of the

procedure for removal. Before operating the Floor Hand, all
functions of the Floorhand and manipulator must be fully
cycled several times to ensure that the air has been purged
from the hydraulic system.

Normal Rig Move Removal and

Installation
The Floorhand is normally lifted and transported while
installed in the manipulator. Lifting and transporting of the
Floorhand is accomplished using the lifting eyes on the
manipulator.

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Inspection categories acc. to API RP 8B
General description
Category I
This category involves observing the equipment during operation for indications of inadequate
performance.
When in use, equipment shall be visually inspected on a daily basis for cracks, loose fits
or connections, elongation of part, and other signs of wear, corrosion or overloading. Any
parts found to show cracks, excessive wear, etc., shall be removed from service for further
examination.
The equipment shall be visually inspected by a person knowledgeable in that equipment and
its function.

Category II
This is Category I inspection plus further inspection for corrosion, deformation, loose
or missing components, deterioration, proper lubrication, visible external cracks, and
adjustment.
Category II may involve some disassembly to access specific components and to identify
wear that exceeds the allowable tolerances.

Category III
This is Category II inspection plus further inspection, which should include NDT of critical
areas and may involve some disassembly to access specific components and to identify wear
that exceeds the allowable tolerances.
Prior to inspection, all foreign material such as dirt, paint, grease, oil, scale, etc. shall be
removed from the concerned parts by a suitable method (e.g. paint-stripping, steam-
cleaning, grit-blasting)

Category IV
This is Category III inspection plus further inspection for which the equipment is disassembled
to the extent necessary to conduct NDT of all primary-load-carrying components.
Equipment shall be:
• disassembled in a suitable-equipped facility to the extent necessary to permit full
inspection of all primary-load-carrying components and other components that are

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critical to the equipment.
• inspected for excessive wear, cracks, flaws and deformation.
• Procedure
• Corrections shall be made in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations.
• Prior to inspection, all foreign material such as dirt, paint, grease, oil, scale, etc. shall be
removed from the concerned parts by a suitable method (e.g. paint-stripping, steam-
cleaning, grit-blasting)

Frequency
Periodic inspection
The recommended schedule for inspection of Floorhands are as follows:
Ongoing Inspection category I
Daily: Inspection category II
Every 6 months: Inspection category III
Every 1 year: Inspection category IV

The recommended frequencies apply for equipment in use during the specified period.

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 Inspection
A thorough inspection should be carried out periodically (every 3 months) or as special circumstances may require. Before
starting an inspection disconnect hydraulic system and remove all foreign materials (dirt, paint, grease, oil, scale, etc.)
from surface by a suitable method. After a field inspection, it is advisable to record the extent of testing and testing results.
Conduct the periodic or critical load inspection in the field by the crew with the supervisor.
If cracks, excessive wear etc. is recognized, contact Blohm + Voss Oil Tools, LCC or an authorized service company.

Inspection of Hydraulic System

Check for leakage every day.
Should internal or external leakage reach an unacceptable high level, contact Blohm + Voss Oil Tools, LCC or an authorized
service company.

Critical Load Inspection

Critical loads may occur. For example: impact loads such as jarring, pulling on stuck pipe, etc. If critical loads occurred
unexpectedly, conduct the inspection immediately.

Dismantling Inspection
Generally, when the equipment returns to base, warehouse, etc. carry out the tool inspection, immediately. Furthermore,
control it prior to its being sent on the next job.
The tool should be dismantled and inspected in a suitably equipped facility for excessive wear, cracks, flaws or deformations.
Corrections should be made in accordance with recommendations which can be obtained from Blohm + Voss Oil Tools, LCC.
Weldings at the castings should be done only by Blohm + Voss Oil Tools, LCC or an authorized service company in according
to Blohm+Voss Oil Tools, LCC welding procedure.
• When need is shown in a field inspection, dismantle the tool and arrange an inspection in a suitably equipped facility.
• Springs should be carefully visually inspected for excessive wear and obvious weakness.
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Inspection check lists

CHECK LIST FRONT PAGE

TYPE OF EQUIPMENT

SERIAL NUMBER

PART NUMBER

SUPERVISOR

DATE OF INSPECTION

INSPECTION CATEGORY

PLACE OF INSPECTION

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 Check Category I (Ongoing observation)
Observe during operation for inadequate performance

Check List Category II (Daily)

CHECK FOR THE FOLLOWING GENERAL ISSUES (but not limited to):
DESCRIPTION CHECKED SIGNATURE
1 Complete front page of check list for the records OK
2 Check state of lubrication OK
3 Check functioning of Floorhand as a whole OK
Remarks

CHECK FOR LOOSE ITEMS, ESPECIALLY FOR (but not limited to):
DESCRIPTION CHECKED SIGNATURE
1 Hinge pins, bolts and retainers OK
2 Fication of parts OK
3 Screws, bolts, nuts, washers, retainers, springs and lock wire OK
4 Check completeness and condition of warning plates and labels OK
5 Check for presence of centring buttons and dies OK
Remarks

CHECK FOR CRACKS, ELONGATION, DAMAGE AND CORROSION, ESPECIALLY FOR (but not limited to):
DESCRIPTION CHECKED SIGNATURE
1 Dies OK
2 Hing pins, bolts, nuts OK
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3 Rollers OK
4 Centring buttons OK
Remarks

_________________________________ _______________________________
SUPERVISOR DATE

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Check List Category III (every year)

GENERAL
DESCRIPTION CHECKED SIGNATURE
1 Carry out an Category II inspection OK
2 NDT (MPI) critical areas. Some disassembly may be needed to do so OK
3 Check parts for wear according to allowable tolerances. OK
Remarks

Check List Category IV (every 2 years)

GENERAL
DESCRIPTION CHECKED SIGNATURE
1 Carry out an Category III inspection OK
NDT (MPI) critical areas and load bearing components. Strip Floorhand to do
2 OK
so
Remarks

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SUPERVISOR DATE

Wear data criteria

Pls. ask your Blohm + Voss Oil Tools, LCC supplier.

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 6. SPARE PARTS

Recommended spares (1 year operation)

Item Qty. Part number Description
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
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DRAWINGS
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 7. DRAWINGS

Hydraulic controls circuit manipulator

08

07
05

06
CYL 1

P
V
CYL 2

11
01

CYL 3

10
CYL 4

04
09
03
02
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Pos. Part no. Description
1 9FH-01074 Duplex cylinders
2 FH-01149-23 Dual counterbalance valve
3 FH-01149-21 Control valve
4 9FH-01049-8 Hydraulic supply from lower wrench "unclamp"circuit
5 FH-01149-24 Dual counterbalance valve
6 FH-01149-4 Counterbalance valve
7 FH-01074-3 Lift cylinder
8 na Gasket mounted to cylinder
9 na Adjust control
10 na Extend control
11 na Lift control

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Torque control
valve

09
VA CA

07
08

02
CB P
01 03
04 05

VB
Hydraulic schematic wrench torque circuit

10
06
G

11
Pos. Part no. Description
1 na Torque control valve is part of main control valve 9FH-01149-1
2 na Hydraulic supply from main control valve inlet
3 9FH-01149-25 Dump valve
4 9FH-01149-26 Make up speed control
5 9FH-01149-27 Torque control adjustment
6 9FH-01151 Torque manifold
7 9FH-01149-10 Shuttle valve
8 na Pilot signal to wrench clamp circuit (to open diverter valves)
9 9FH-01074-5 Torque cylinder
10 9FH-01152-2 Torque gauge
11 9FH-01149-28 Gauge dump valve
Note: Items 3 to 5 and item 11 are included in manifold item 6

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 Hydraulic schematic spinner control circuit

05

01
02

Spinner valve Spinner

clamp
valve

03

Pos. Part no. Description

1 9FH-01074-1 Port adapter
2 9FH-01074-1 Spinner clamp cylinder
3 9FH-01149-1 Spinner control valves are part of main control valve
5 9FH-01042-1 Spinner drive motors
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 Hydraulic schematic stabber
03
02

01

Pos. Part no. Description

1 na Hydrau;ic supply from upper wrench unclamp circuit
2 9FH-01149-3 Stabber valve
3 9FH-01074-6 Stabber cylinder

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 Hydraulic engage circuit
Used on applications where lower clamp and spinner engage simultaneously
For five bank valve installation see Floorhand manual
14

09
3
13

1 / 2

1 / 2
12

15
08
11

2
1

07
10

3
1
2

06
04

05
03
EX

RET
02

TS

PLUG
RCA/RCB
ECB
ECA

FT
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01

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Pos. Part no. Description
2 FH-01074-2 Upper clamp cylinders
3 FH-01150 Upper clamp flow divider/ diverter valve manifold
4 na Engage valve
5 FH-01149-22 Control valves are part of 4 section main main control valve
6 na Hydraulic supply from main control valve inlet
7 FH-01149-19 PO check (cart) FH-01149-20 body
8 FH-01152-11 Accumulator 1800 Psi precharge
9 FH-01074-1 Spinner clamp cylinder
10 FH-01049-8 Pressure reducing valve
11 FH-01049-9 Shuttle valve
12 FH-01052-1 Lower clamp flow divider
13 FH-01049-11 Diverter valve
14 FH-01074-2 Lower clamp cylinders
15 na Pilot signal from torque circuit

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 4-Bank main control valve

09 08 07
FLOORHAND

01

SPIN
PUSH TO SPIN OUT / PULL TO SPIN IN

TORQUE 02
PUSH TO BREAK / PULL TO MAKE

PUSH TO LOWER
PUSH TO LOWER
PUSH TO EXTRACT

EXTEND

LIFT
PULL TO RAISE
ADJUST
PULL TO RAISE
PULL TO EXTEND
UPPER CLAMP
PUSH TO CLAMP / PULL TO RELEASE

ENGAGE 03
LOWER CLAMP AND SPINNER

PUSH TO ENGAGE WITH PIPE

PULL TO RELEASE

04
10
06 11 12 13
05

Pos. Part no. Description

1 FH-01304 Valve handle H
2 FH-01067 Valve handle D
3 FH-01065 Valve handle B
4 FH-01065 Valve handle J
5 FH-01062 Valve mount weldment
6 FH-01049-22 Main control valve behind cover
7 FH-01071 Shaft, valve handle locknut 1/2" NC
8 FH-01307-1 Tag
9 FH-01101 Cover control valve
10 FH-01049-21 Manipulator control valve behind cover
11 FH-01069 Valve handle
12 FH-01070 Valve handle
13 FH-01069 Valve handle
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Shaft housing assembly
01
02
03

04

05

06
07

08

Pos. Part no. Description

1 FH-01346 Pedestal
2 FH-01370 Seal retainer
3 na Seal
4 na Upper bearing
5 FH-01367 Shaft housing
6 na Lower bearing
7 na Bearing washer/bearing nut
8 FH-01369 Shaft housing cover
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