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English Operator’s Manual

SINGLE JOINT ELEVATOR
(SMALL & LARGE FRAME)

WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, everyone using,
installing, performing maintenance, changing
accessories on, or working near this tool must
read and understand these instructions before
performing any such task. 26-999-031

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SINGLE JOINT ELEVATOR
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The goal of the ACCESS OIL TOOLS, LP is to produce tools that help you
work safely and efficiently. The most important safety device for this tool is
YOU. Your good judgment is the best protection against injury.
For Additional Safety
Information Consult
Your employer, union, or trade association.
Contact US Department of Labor (OSHA) at
www.osha.gov or Council of European
Communities at www.europe.osha.eu.int
Operating Hazards
Do not overload the elevator. Overloading
the recommended rating could cause
serious injury or death.
Secure the Retainer Pin when using the
elevator in a non-horizontal position. Failure
to secure the Pin when picking up or laying
down pipe could cause serious injury or
death.
Use square shoulder connections with
tubular collars when handling pipe. Failure
to use the proper connections could cause
injury.
Position the Safety Latch Pin prior to hoisting
pipe. Failure to use the proper connections
could cause injury.
Maintain proper shoulder width on the pipe.
Failure to maintain ample shoulder widths
could cause injury.
Use the proper size pipe for the elevator
bore. Failure to use the proper size pipe
could cause injury.
To prevent injury or elevator malfunction,
inspect the Bore, Latch, Latch Pin, and
Hinge Pin regularly for wear. Failure to
inspect these parts could cause injury.
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, everyone using,
installing, performing maintenance, changing
accessories on, or working near this tool must
read and understand these instructions before
performing any such task. 26-999-031
Do not use oversized pipe. Using oversized
pipe could cause difficulties in the proper
latching of the elevator.
Do not use undersized pipe. Using
undersized pipe could cause uneven stress
distribution, inadequate load bearing area,
and a possible collar slippage through the
elevator.
Do not use the elevator if the Latch or Latch-
Lock is malfunctioning. Latch or Latch Lock
failure could cause injury.
Workplace Hazards
Keep hands / fingers clear of elevator bore
when installing the elevator on the pipe.
Always use the proper tools and wear eye,
head, and hand protection when servicing
this elevator.
Maintain a balanced body position and
secure footing.
For professional use only.
Maintenance Hazards
Use only Access Oil Tools, LP (AOT) parts.
AOT equipment is made of cast ally heat
treated steel and should never be welded on
in the field. Improper welding can cause
cracks or brittleness in the casting which
could result in drastic weakening or failure of
the equipment. Any welding or machining
must be performed by an authorized AOT or
API Certified Repair Center.
Improper welding and / or re-machining of
cast alloy heat treated steel can cause
personal injury, property damage, or death.
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 Table of Contents

2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - Single Joint Elevator

4 1.0 Introduction
4 Figure 1 - Model Specifications
4 Figure 2 - Warning Label
4 2.0 Operation
5 3.0 Maintenance
5 Figure 3 - Tool Maintenance Chart
5 Figure 4 - Locations of Tool Maintenance items
6 4.0 Repair
6 Figure 5 - Critical Areas
8 Figure 6 - Discontinuity Chart
9 Figure 7 - PSL-1 Discontinuity Severity Chart
9 Figure 8 - PSL-2 Discontinuity Severity Chart
10 Replacement Parts - Single Joint Elevator (Large Frame)
11 Replacement Parts - Single Joint Elevator (Small Frame)
12 Replacement Parts - Single Joint Elevator (Small Frame)
13 Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty

The equipment represented in this manual is European Community (EC) compliant with the
below listed Directives and Harmonized Standards. For an additional cost, EC certification can
be obtained for any of the equipment herein. Contact an AOT Sales Representative for cost
information. Certification requests must be stated on a purchase order.

• Directive 98/37/EEC - EC Machinery Directive

• En292, Safety of machinery - basic concepts, general principles for design

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 1.0 Introduction
This manual contains operation and maintenance Metric
instructions for the ACCESS OIL TOOLS, LP (AOT) Model Short
Ton Tonnes
Range
“SJ” series single joint center latch pick up elevator
and provides guidance for its proper field use, SJ 5 4.54 2-3/8”- 24-1/2”
disassembly and repair; including a complete parts
breakdown. NOTE: Use a collar type pipe weighing 5-Short Tons
(4.54 metric tons) or less.
SJ elevators are designed to replace rope slings for Figure 1
hoisting collar type pipe into position and added to a
string. SJ elevators allow the crew to handle pipe NOTE: WARNING labels have been installed at
properly, thus avoiding pipe thread damage and critical areas on the tool. Familiarize yourself with
reduces the chances of accidents / injuries. their message and locations before proceeding to
operate equipment.
The SJ series center latch pick up elevator has a See Figure 2.
simple, reliable latch that closes simultaneously
when elevator is closed. To ensure the Latch does
not open, a Latch Lock Pin can be used as a safety WARNING 26-999-006
feature. The size range of the SJ series elevator is
as illustrated in the table provided. Pinch Point.
(See Figure 1) Beware of
Hand Placement.
Figure 2

2.0 Operation
As with any manual operated elevator, the SJ is
easily installed by the use of swivel suspension
assembly. Perform the actions prescribed below
after the elevator is hoisted to the rig floor and
properly positioned.
► Remove the bolt from the shackle on the swivel
suspension assembly.
The operation of the SJ elevator is straightforward.
The door is opened by removing the Safety Latch
Pin and pulling outward on the Latch. When the
elevator is properly closed around the pipe, install
the Latch Lock Pin.
(See Figure 4)

► Attach the shackle over the lifting eye on the

elevator then replace the bolt to the shackle.

► Repeat the process for the opposite lifting

eye. To remove the elevator, simply reverse
the process.

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To ensure optimum performance, perform the Locations of parts identified in Figure 1 have been
below-listed weekly checks. illustrated below for reference.
(See Figure 4)
► Check for worn Hinge Pin and Latch Pin and their
mating parts. These, if worn, may hinder proper
opening and closing of the door and latch. Maintenance Item
Locations
► Check the Latch Retaining Pin assembly for
worn or damaged parts. (e.g., Safety Latch Pin). Bore and
Hinge Pin Seating Surface
► Check for proper Latch Spring performance.

► Check for proper operation of Latch Stop

mechanism. Latch should not stop against the
body when engaged.

► Check springs for damage, deformation and lack

of tension.
Lubricate the elevator regularly during usage and
storage to prevent corrosion. Use an extreme
pressure, multi-purpose, lithium base grease of No.
1 or No. 2 consistency or a lubricant that meets MIL-
SPEC-A907E.
Lifting
Eye Latch Lock
Maintain elevator as prescribed in the below Pin
periodic Actions / Examinations. Latch Pin
(See Figure 3)
Figure 4
Tool Maintenance
ACTION FREQUENCY FIG.
Grease Hinge Pin 4
Lubricate Latch 4
Pin
Lubricate Latch 4
Lock Pin Daily
Grease underside 4
of Lifting Eye
Grease Bore and 4
Seating Surface
Magnetic Particle Every 6 Months 5
Examination**
** Magnetic particle examinations should be on the
Load Test Yearly - critical areas only.
Figure 3

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The SJ series elevator requires minimum attention. NOTE 1: Bodies and doors are specifically matched
Replace the Hinge Pin, Hinge Pin Retainer Pin, by trained Access Oil Tools, LP professionals. For
Latch Pin, and Safety Latch Pin as prescribed this reason, a body or door from one elevator should
below. never be exchanged with a body or door from
another elevator.
► To remove the Hinge Pin, first remove the Hinge
Pin Retainer Pin. Drive out the Hinge pin from
NOTE 2: Pins retained by riveting or peening must
the bottom of the elevator. Replace the Hinge
be well secured by upsetting a substantial amount
Pin and Hinge Pin Retainer Pin.
of material on the pin or mating parts.
► To remove the Latch Pin, first remove the Latch
Illustrated below are the critical and non-critical
Pin Retainer Pin. Drive out the Latch Pin from the
areas associated with the subject tool. Critical
bottom of the elevator. Replace the Latch Pin,
areas are identified by the shaded areas. All non-
Latch Pin Spring, and Latch Retainer Pin.
shaded areas are considered to be non-critical.
► To remove Latch Safety Pin, remove the bolt on
the elevator door.
We have identified those areas considered critical
to tool performance and functionality. These should
be examined for repair or replacement.
(See Figure 5)

Critical
Areas

Figure 5

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The examination methodology and acceptance
criteria affecting the type and degree of
discontinuities associated with the above identified
critical and non-critical areas are defined below.
(Reference ASTM E125.) Use the defined
methodology to examine the subject tool and
acceptance criteria to evaluate all identified
discontinuities.
METHODOLOGY
Subject the above identified critical areas to a 100%
magnetic particle examination. Such an
examination is only to be performed after the areas
have been final heat treated and machined.
Machined surfaces shall be examined by the wet
fluorescent method, whereas all other surfaces
shall be examined by the wet or dry method.
Magnetic particle examinations are to be performed
in accordance with ASTM E709. Examiners must
be certified Level II (as a minimum) in accordance
with the American Society of Nondestructive
Testing ASNT-TC-1A. Examinations can only be
performed 24-hours after load testing.
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Use the reference photographs described in ASTM
E125 to evaluate identified discontinuities. These
photographs contain actual discontinuities
identified in accordance with ASTM E709 using a
peak magnetizing current of 600 to 800 amps and a
prod spacing of 4-inches to 6-inches.
NOTE: The white discontinuities are a result of
painting the casting area with a slurry of lamp-black
in kerosene, gasoline, or alcohol. The black line
discontinuities are a result of applying red magnetic
powder to the casting surface and photographing
the magnetic particle discontinuities.
Each referenced photograph from ASTM E125 is
identified with a number that corresponds to the
severity degree identified in Figures 7 and 8. It is
understood that it is impossible to rigidly interpret
magnetic particle discontinuities on castings to a set
of referenced photographs. As a result, AOT will
work closely with the purchaser to reach agreement
on the identified discontinuities. However, in cases
where agreement cannot be obtained, the AOT
interpretation shall prevail.
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ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA

Figure 6 below defines the discontinuity types

illustrated in the referenced photos of ASTM E125
for those tools identified as PSL-1 as defined in API
8C / ISO 13535:2000.

DISCONTINUITY
TYPE DESCRIPTION DEFINITION

Ragged lines of variable width. May appear as a single

jagged line or exists in groups. They may or may not
Linear Discontinuities*,
I have a definite line of continuity. They usually originate
Cracks, Hot Tears
at the casting surface and generally become smaller as
they go deeper.

Appears as a jagged area of irregular patches. Shrinkage

II Shrinkage is a subsurface discontinuity that may be brought to the
surface by machining or other methods of metal removal.

Isolated, irregular or elongated variations of magnetic

particles occurring singly, in a linear distribution or
III Inclusions scattered at random in feathery streaks. The indications
are the result of the presence of sand, slag or oxides in
the surface metal.

Internal Chills, Unfused A uniform line or band outlining the object and indicating
IV
Caplets lack of fusion between the metal object and the casting.
Appears as rounded and elongated clusters of magnetic
V Porosity
particles of various sizes; scattered at random.

*Linear discontinuities are indications with which

the length is equal to or greater than three times the
width.
Figure 6

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The degrees of discontinuity severity, in increasing Only those discontinuities with major dimensions
order, are numerically denoted (e.g., 1, 2). greater than 1/16-inch (1.6 mm) and associated
with a surface rupture shall be considered relevant.
NOTE: To ensure no misunderstanding, there is no Inherent discontinuities not associated with a
correlation between the degrees or various defects surface rupture (i.e., magnetic permeability
(e.g., Degree 2 of Type II is not equivalent to Degree variations, nonmetallic stringers, etc.) are
2 of Type III). considered non-relevant. If magnetic particle
discontinuities greater than 1/16-inch are believed
Figure 7 below provides a summary of the types to be non-relevant, they shall be examined by liquid
and severity of discontinuities for those tools penetrant surface NDE or remove and re-inspected
identified as PSL-1 as defined in API Specification to prove their non-relevancy.
8C / ISO 13535:2000, Table 4.
DISCONTINUITY REPAIR
DISCONTINUITY SEVERITY If relevant discontinuities are discovered upon
DISCONTINUITY CRITICAL NON-CRITICAL inspection, removal of these discontinuities is
TYPE AREAS AREAS acceptable through grinding and blending.
However, grinding should not exceed 3/16-inch
I None Degree 1 deep or 25% of the material thickness on cast
II Degree 2 Degree 2 surfaces. Machined surface discontinuities or
discontinuities beyond acceptable depths should be
III Degree 2 Degree 2 evaluated by AOT or an AOT certified repair facility.
IV Degree 1 Degree 1
V Degree 1 Degree 2
Figure 7

Figure 8 below provides a summary of the types

and severity of discontinuities for those tools
identified as PSL-2 as defined in API Specification
8C / ISO 13535:2000, Table 5.

DISCONTINUITY SEVERITY
DISCONTINUITY CRITICAL NON-CRITICAL
TYPE AREAS AREAS
I None None
II None Degree 1
III Degree 1 Degree 2
IV None Degree 1
V Degree 1 Degree 2
Figure 8

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Part Series
E39-043-XXX-EC Single Joint Elevator
(Large Frame)

Item Qty. Part No. Description

1 1 E39-034 2 3/8” - 20” Latch Spring
2 1 E39-035 2 3/8” - 13 3/8 Latch
3 1 E39-050 2 3/8” - 20” Latch Pin
4 1 E39-051 2 3/8” - 20” Latch RETAINER PIN ASSEMBLY
5 1 E39-052 2 3/8” - 13 3/8” HINGE PIN
6 2 E39-055 2 3/8” - 20” HINGE PIN RETAINING PIN
7 1 PGZ.250 GREASE ZERT
8 1 26-999-033 NAMEPLATE - SINGLE JOINT ELEVATOR (if EC certified)
9 1 26-999-008 WARNING - PINCH POINT LABEL
10 1 26-999-031 READ / WARNING LABEL

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Part Series
E39-039-XXX-EC
E39-040-XXX-EC
E39-041-XXX-EC
E39-042-XXX-EC Single Joint Elevator
(Small Frame)
Item Qty. Part No. Description
1 1 E39-034 2 3/8” - 20” LATCH SPRING
2 1 E39-035 2 3/8” - 20” LATCH PIN
3 1 E39-050 2 3/8” - 20” LATCH RETAINER PIN ASSEMBLY
4 1 E39-054 14” - 20” LATCH
5 1 E39-053 14” - 20” HINGE PIN
6 2 E39-055 2 3/8” - 20” HINGE PIN RETAINING PIN
7 1 PGZ.250 GREASE ZERT
8 1 26-999-033 NAMEPLATE - SINGLE JOINT ELEVATOR (if EC certified)
9 1 26-999-008 WARNING - PINCH POINT LABEL
10 1 26-999-031 READ / WARNING LABEL

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Part Series
E39-200-XXX-EC
E39-210-XXX-EC Single Joint Elevator
(Small Frame)

Item Qty. Part No. Description

1 1 E39-197 LATCH SPRING
2 1 E39-190 LATCH
3 1 E39-198 LATCH PIN
4 1 E39-196 LATCH LOCK PIN
5 1 E39-199 HINGE PIN
6 1 PR .187x2 3/16 X 2” Roll Pin
7 1 PGZ.250 GREASE ZERT
8 1 26-999-033 NAMEPLATE - SINGLE JOINT ELEVATOR (if EC certified)
9 1 26-999-008 WARNING - PINCH POINT LABEL
10 1 26-999-031 READ / WARNING LABEL

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Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty
Products manufactured by ACCESS OIL TOOLS, LP
(AOT) are warranted to be free from defects in
material and workmanship for one year from the date
of delivery. This warranty applies only to products
purchased new from AOT or its authorized dealers.
Of course, this warranty does not apply to products
which have been abused, misused, modified, or
replaced by someone other than AOT or its authorized
service representatives. AOT will not assume
responsibility or liability for any repairs, rebuilding,
welding, or heat treatment done to its products outside
of its facilities. All AOT products are manufactured /
final assembled, as necessary, for both safety and
operational performance. The omission of product
components may result in a malfunction and
consequent safety hazard for which AOT disclaims
any responsibility or liability for injuries or damage as
a result thereof. If an AOT product proves defective
in material or workmanship within one year of
delivery, contact AOT customer service to obtain a
For more information, please contact us at:
Access Oil Tools is a division of Forum Oilfield Technologies
“Return Authorization” (RA) number and return the
product to the AOT facility in Broussard, Louisiana or
an alternate facility as directed by AOT. All freight
charges for product returns / re-shipment shall be paid
by the customer.AOT will determine the cause for the
return and, at its option, repair or replace defective
products free of charge. Product repairs /
replacements are warranted as described above for the
remainder of the original warranty period. (There
are no other warranties expressed or implied and
AOT shall not be liable for incidental,
consequential, or special damages or any other
damages, costs or expenses excepting only the cost
and expense of repair / replacement as described
above.)
In the case of goods or parts not manufactured wholly
by AOT, AOT will make available to the customer
whatever supplier warranty / guaranty is extended to
AOT for such goods / parts.
Access Oil Tools, LP
3711 Melancon Road
Broussard, LA 70518
www.AccessOilTools.com
Tel: 337.367.5044
Toll Free: 800.832.7349
Fax: 337.367.0795
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Product manufactured in USA
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