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Technical Manual
GM6A Mud Pump Pressure Gage
GM4 Compound Pressure Gage

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: General Information
Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Illustrations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Safety Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Personnel Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Recommended Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
General System Safety Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Replacing Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Routine Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Proper Use of Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Chapter 2: Overview
Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
System Component Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Vernier Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Diaphragm Gage Protector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
High Pressure Hose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Chapter 3: Installation
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Chapter 4: Operation
Pointer Damping Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Chapter 5: Maintenance
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Chapter 6: Repair
Indicator Damper Seal Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Charging the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Protector Diaphragm Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

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1: General Information

This manual contains installation, operation, maintenance and parts information. Information
in this manual should enable qualified personnel to install, operate and troubleshoot this
system. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained
herein. M/D Totco, a National Oilwell Varco company, will not be held liable for errors in this
material, or for consequences arising from misuse of this material.

Conventions
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings
Notes, cautions, and warnings provide readers with additional information and advise the
reader to take specific action to protect personnel from potential injury or lethal conditions.
They may also inform the reader of actions necessary to prevent equipment damage. Please
pay close attention to these advisories

Note: The note symbol indicates that additional information is provided about
the current topics.

Caution: The caution symbol indicates that potential damage to equipment or

injury to personnel exists. Follow instructions explicitly. Extreme care
should be taken when performing operations or procedures preceded by
this caution symbol.

Warning: The warning symbol indicates a definite risk of equipment damage

or danger to personnel. Failure to observe and follow proper
procedures could result in serious or fatal injury to personnel,
significant property loss, or significant equipment damage.

ESD The ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) warning symbol indicates that

Warning: static control precautions are needed.

Illustrations
Illustrations (figures) provide a graphical representation of equipment components or screen
snapshots for use in identifying parts or establishing nomenclature, and may or may not be
drawn to scale.
For component information specific to your application, see the technical drawings included
with your M/D Totco documentation.

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Safety Requirements
M/D Totco 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 M/D Totco manuals are the recommended methods of performing
operations and maintenance.

To avoid injury to personnel or equipment damage, carefully observe requirements

outlined in this section.

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.

Personnel should wear protective gear during installation, maintenance, and certain
operations.

Recommended Tools
Service operations may require the use of tools designed specifically for the purpose
described. M/D Totco recommends that only those tools specified be used when stated.
Ensure that personnel and equipment safety are not jeopardized when following service
procedures or using tools not specifically recommended by M/D Totco.

General System Safety Practices

The equipment discussed in this manual may require or contain one or more utilities, such as
electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or cooling water.

Read and follow the guidelines below before installing equipment or performing
maintenance to avoid endangering exposed persons or damaging equipment.

‰ Isolate energy sources before beginning work.

‰ Avoid performing maintenance or repairs while the equipment is in operation.
‰ Wear proper protective equipment during equipment installation, maintenance, or repair.
Replacing Components
‰ Verify that all components (such as cables, hoses, etc.) are tagged and labeled during
assembly and disassembly of equipment to ensure correct installment.
‰ Replace failed or damaged components with genuine M/D Totco parts. Failure to do so
could result in equipment damage or injury to personnel.

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Routine Maintenance
Equipment must be maintained on a routine basis. See the service manual for maintenance
recommendations.

Failure to conduct routine maintenance could result in equipment damage or injury to

personnel.

Proper Use of Equipment

M/D Totco equipment is designed for specific functions and applications, and should be used
only for its intended purpose.

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2: Overview

This manual provides installation, operation and maintenance instructions for the GMGA Mud
Pump Pressure Gage and GM4 Compound Pressure Gage systems manufactured by M/D
Totco, Cedar, Park TX.

Description
The mud pump and compound pressure gage system are designed for mud pressure,
cementing, acidizing, or fracturing pressure indications. The systems operate in the
temperature range of -50° to + 150°F (-45.6° to +65°C). Accuracy of the systems is plus or
minus 1.0% of full scale indication.

System Component Description

The mud pump and compound pressure gage systems consist of the components shown in
Table 2-1 and Figure 2.1 on page 11. For a complete listing of GMGA and GM4 systems
available, refer to Tables 2-2 thru 2-5.

Capacities
For system capacities refer to:
‰ Table 2-2 for GMGA Series
‰ Table 2-3 for GM4 Series
‰ Table 2-4 for GM4P Series
‰ Table 2-5 for GMGAP Series
Lubricating fluid inside the gage provides for longer movement life and damping out of most rig
vibrations. The gage receives its signals, from the diaphragm protector, through the hose and
damper (that smoothes the pointer movement).

Vernier Reading
The GAGOA and GA112 compound pressure gages (on GM4 and GM4P systems only) have
a 4:1 vernier reading for resolution of pressure change readings. The vernier pointer makes
four complete revolutions for full capacity of the gage, giving four times more resolution for the
same pressure change. Total pressure is read at the inner dial, fine measurement is indicated
by the outer dial.

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Diaphragm Gage Protector

The protector is equipped with a diaphragm which separates drilling mud from the hydraulic
fluid, actuating the gage (Figure 2.1).

High Pressure Hose

The high pressure hydraulic hose is 1/4 inch diameter, double wire braided construction and
rubber covered (Figure 2.1 on page 11).

Table 2.1 Pressure Gage Systems

Pressure Gage Diaphragm
Gage Mounting Hose Damper Assy.
System Gage Protector

A607
GM6A Mud Pump GA58 --
Bracket

GM6AP Mud Pump GA113 Panel F230-3

J234- or
E17-152
300629
A607
GM4 Compound GA60A* --
Bracket

GM4P Compound GA112* Panel F230-3

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Figure 2.1: Diaphragm Gage Protector

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Table 2.2 GM6A System Capacities

Hose/Ft
System No. Gage No.
Capacity
GM6A- GA58-
J234- 300-629-

053 3 3,000 PSI 5

055 5 5,000 PSI 5

103 3 3,000 PSI 10

105 5 5,000 PSI 10
1010 10 10,000 PSI 10
1015 15 15,000 PSI 10

153 3 3,000 PSI 15

155 5 5,000 PSI 15

203 3 3,000 PSI 20

205 5 5,000 PSI 20

253 3 3,000 PSI 25

255 5 5,000 PSI 25
2510 10 10,000 PSI 25
2515 15 15,000 PSI 25

503 3 3,000 PSI 50

505 5 5,000 PSI 50
506 6 6,000 PSI 50
5010 10 10,000 PSI 50

109 9 700 KSCM 10

1014 14 1,000 KSCM 10

259 9 700 KSCM 25

2014 14 1,000 KSCM 25

502 2 210 KSCM 50

504 4 350 KSCM 50
507 7 420 KSCM 50
509 9 700 KSCM 50

1023 23 70 M Pa 10
1024 24 100 M Pa 10

2523 23 70 M Pa 25
2524 24 100 M Pa 25

5020 20 21 M Pa 50
5021 21 35 M Pa 50

10,000 PSI
10
10910 910 700 KSCM
10514 1514 15,000 PSI
10
1,000 KSCM

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10,000 PSI
25
25910 910 700 KSCM
251514 1514 15,000 PSI
25
1,000 KSCM

5,000 PSI
50
5054 50 350 KSCM
5067 67 6,000 PSI
50
420 KSCM

Table 2.3 GM4 System Capacities

Hose/Ft
System No. GM4- Gage No. GA60A- Capacity
J234- 300629-

022 80 8,000 PSI 2

052 80 8,000 PSI 5

102 80 8,000 PSI 10

103 120 12,000 PSI 10

152 80 8,000 PSI 15

153 120 12,000 PSI 15

251 40 4,000 PSI 25

252 80 8,000 PSI 25

253 120 12,000 PSI 25

254 160 16,000 PSI 25

501 40 4,000 PSI 50

502 80 8,000 PSI 50
503 120 12,000 PSI 50

250K 60K 400 KSCM 25

253K 120K 800 KSCM 25

500K 60K 400 KSCM 50

503K 120K 800 KSCM 50

259 4MP 40 M Pa 25
2510 8MP 80 M Pa 25

509 4MP 40 M Pa 50
5010 8MP 80 M Pa 50

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Table 2.4 GM4P System Capacities

Hose/Ft
System No. Gage No.
Capacity
GM4P- GA112-
J234- 300629-

251 40 4,000 PSI 25

252 80 8,000 PSI 25

253 120 12,000 PSI 25

254 160 16,000 PSI 25

501 40 4,000 PSI 50

502 80 8,000 PSI 50
503 120 12,000 PSI 50

250K 60K 400 KSCM 25

253K 120K 800 KSCM 25

500K 60K 400 KSCM 50

503K 120K 800 KSCM 50

259 4MP 40 M Pa 25
2510 8MP 80 M Pa 25

509 4MP 40 M Pa 50
5010 8MP 80 M Pa 50

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Table 2.5 GM6AP System Capacities

Hose/Ft
System No. Gage No.
Capacity
GM6AP- GA113-
J234- 300629-

253 3 3,000 PSI 25

255 5 5,000 PSI 25

2510 10 10,000 PSI 25

2515 15 15,000 PSI 25

503 3 3,000 PSI

50
505 5 5,000 PSI
50
506 6 6,000 PSI
50
5010 10 10,000 PSI

259 9 7,000 KSCM 25

2514 14 10,000 KSCM 25

502 2 210 KSCM 50

504 4 350 KSCM 50
507 7 420 KSCM 50
509 9 700 KSCM 50

2523 23 70 M Pa 25
2524 24 100 M Pa 25

5020 20 21 M Pa 50
5021 21 35 M Pa 50

10,000 PSI 25
25910 700 KSCM
910
251514 15,000 PSI 25
1,000 KSCM

5,000 PSI
50
5054 350 KSCM
1514
5067 6,000 PSI
50
420 KSCM

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3: Installation

General
GA58 and GAGOA pressure gages are designed for mounting, at a convenient location, using
A607 Mounting Brackets. Refer to Figure 3.1 for mounting dimensions. GA112 and GA113
pressure gages are designed for panel mounting. Refer to Figure 3.2 for mounting dimensions.
‰ Mount gage (either in a panel or on an A607 bracket).
‰ High Pressure Hose Installation:

Allow sufficient slack in the hose to avoid pulling hose taut. Excess tension could cause fitting or
connector

1. Route hose so it will not be crushed, cut or otherwise damaged.

2. Tie hose to structures.
‰ Diaphragm Gage Protector AssemblyInstallation: The Protector Assembly is mounted
on any 2° connection (see Figure 3.3). A shut-off valve should be installed between the
flow line and the protector for inspection and/or repairs of the protector and gage
system. Install the two inch female half of the protector on a vertical riser. Before the
body of the protector is installed, check for correct amount of hydrauiic fluid in the
system. The diaphragm cup which can be observed through,the bottom of the protector
body, should be collapsed so the sides of the rubber cup are touching. If the cup is
round, the system must be recharged (see Chapter 6, titled "Charging the System").
‰ For GMGAP and GM4P series, mount the F230-3 damper assembly close to the gage.
See Figure 3.2.

Figure 3.1: GA58 and GA60A Gage Mounting Dimensions (GM6A and GM4 Systems)

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Figure 3.2: GA112 & GA113 Gage Panel Mounting Dimensions(GM4P & GM6AP System)

Figure 3.3: Gage Protector Overall Mounting Dimensions

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4: Operation

Pointer Damping Adjustment

The damper is located external to the indicator case and has a tee handled stem projecting
from the damper block.
1. To fully engage damper, push stem in and turn clockwise to closed position.
2. Open damper by turning stem counterclockwise two complete revolutions.
3. f pointer is too sensitive, turn stem clockwise 1/4 to 1/2 revolution.
4. If pointer is sluggish, turn damper stem counterclockwise 1/4 to 1/2 revolution.
5. Recheck sensitivity and repeat step 3 or 4, as applicable, until desired sensitivity is
reached

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5: Maintenance

General
The system requires no maintenance. General operating practices should include cleaning
indicator glass as necessary. This can be accomplished by using any commercial glass
cleaning solution and a clean, soft, lint free cloth

Maintenance repair procedures contained in this section and in Chapter 6, titled "Repair" are
the only practical procedures to be performed in the field. In situations involving a faulty
component, the faulty component should be returned to M/D Totco, 1200 Cypress Creek Rd,
Cedar Park, Tx. or authorized service facility for repair and recalibration.

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6: Repair

System repair is limited to removing a faulty component and replacing it with one in
serviceable condition. This section covers repairs that may be readily performed in the field
and does not include detailed disassembly/assembly procedures of the indicator. Field repairs
consist of removing and replacing the Indicator or hydraulic hose.

Indicator Damper Seal Replacement

If the O-ring in the damper block should become damaged or worn and hydraulic fluid leaks
from around damper stem perform the following steps.

Remove pressure from gage protector before removing stem from damper to
prevent injury to personnel or damage to equipment

1. Remove pressure from protector.

2. Disengage stem from damper.
3. Remove damper stem by turning stem nut counterclockwise.
4. Remove damaged O-ring.
5. Lubricate new O-ring with silicone grease or equivalent.
6. Install new O-ring by slipping over end of stem working it up over shoulder into recessed
groove.

Use extreme care when inserting the damper stem into the
damper body to prevent damaging O-Ring.

7. Recharge system as necessary

Charging the System

Remove pressure from protector before removing protector body
to prevent injury to personnel or equipment

1. Remove pressure from protector. See Figure 3.3 on page 18.

2. Remove protector body by unscrewing wing nut (5).
3. Raise protector assembly to a position slightly higher than gage.
4. Close damper by pushing stem in and turning it clockwise until it is in closed position.
5. Loosen 1/8 inch plug on damper body.
6. Attach YA2 hand pump to check valve (1) located on protector assembly.

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7. Fill hand pump reservoir with fluid.

Keep hand pump reservoir at least half full at all times to avoid introducing air into
system.

8. Pump enough fluid into system to collapse protector diaphragm until its sides touch
each other.
9. Tighten protector assembly check valve.
10. Disengage hand pump from check valve.
11. Adjust damper per paragraph 4.01.
12. Replace protector body and tighten wing nut (5).

Protector Diaphragm Replacement

Make sure there is NO pressure in the mud system when
removing protector body. High Pressure in system may cause
injury to personnel or damage to equipment.

1. Remove hose from protector.

2. Remove protector body by unscrewing wing nut (5).
3. Remove 579 retaining nut (4), using M/D Totco nut wrench T589.
4. Remove diaphragm (2) from protector body.
5. Wash and clean inside, open holes, and clean small seal groove in protector body.
6. Press new E40 diaphragm into protector body making sure diaphragm flange is even in
protector body groove.
7. Apply thread grease or lubricant (not thread seal) to retainer nut (4) and screw into body
(3). The retaining nut will be approximately flush with protector body when properly
installed, and the diaphragm will be held in place.

Do not overtighten, it will damage the diaphragm

8. Replace protector body against hub (6) and tighten wing nut (5).
9. Replace hose on protector body.
10. Recharge the heading ("Charging the System" on page 23).

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