12.7 Manual Book ALFA

Acoustic Leak Flow Analyzer
Operation and Maintenance

Manual (ALFA)
DCN: OPS-00016-OM-01
REVISION:1.0
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ALFA Operation and Maintenance Manual Rev: 1.0
Table of Contents
1 Revision History .............................................................................................................................................................. 2
2 General Information ....................................................................................................................................................... 3
2.1 Documentation Notice ........................................................................................................................................... 3
2.2 Safety ...................................................................................................................................................................... 4
2.3 Introduction ............................................................................................................................................................ 4
2.4 Specification ........................................................................................................................................................... 5
3 Operation ........................................................................................................................................................................ 6
3.1 Direct Measurement............................................................................................................................................... 7
3.2 Configure for Recording.......................................................................................................................................... 7
3.3 Upload from the Memory..................................................................................................................................... 14
4 Disassembly/Assembly ................................................................................................................................................. 16
4.1 Replacing the battery ........................................................................................................................................... 16
5 Preventive Maintenance............................................................................................................................................... 16
5.1 Maintenance check............................................................................................................................................... 16
5.2 Maintenance ......................................................................................................................................................... 17
6 Appendix A: Wiring Diagram......................................................................................................................................... 18
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1 Revision History
Revision Change Description Changed By ECN #
1.0 Initial Release. Jade Liu TBD

2 General Information
2.1Documentation Notice
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2.2Safety
2.2.1 Safety Precautions
2.2.1.1 If there are any damaged cables and the infringement of tightness, the
instrument operation is prohibited.
2.2.1.2 All installation and dismantling works must be performed at the

disconnected power supply wires;
2.2.1.3 AC supply voltage of the electrical soldering shall be not higher than +24V,
and the soldering tip shall be earthed
2.2.1.4 other safety requirements - according to GOST 12.2.007.7-75
2.2.2 Storage and Transportation.
2.2.2.1 The instrument shall be stored in the standard packing in dry unheated
premises, at air temperature from –30°С to +50°С and air humidity up to
70%, in the absence of vapors of acids, alkalis and other aggressive
substances.
2.2.2.2 It may be transported by any kind of transport in the standard packing at

air temperature from –30°С to +50°С, providing the instrument
safety from mechanical damage, and penetration of moisture, dust and
dirt.
2.2.2.3 In winter time you shall unpack the instrument in a heated premise only,
but previously keep it unpacked in that premise during 4 hours.
2.3Introduction
A self-contained spectral noise meter ALFA (hereinafter - instrument) is designed to carry out the
diagnostic studies of wells. The instrument allows you measuring the acoustic data in the frequency
range 235 to 30 kHz and recording the results of measurements of parameters in the non-volatile
memory.
Figure 2-1 ALFA Tool

Figure 2-2 ALFA Tool Configuration
The instrument is executed as a cylindrical container, which consists of the shank (1) for attaching on
the scraping wire, the plug (2), which is screwed into the instrument case (3). The instrument case
protects the core module of the instrument. The core module of the instrument consists of: battery
compartment (4), connection jack (5), electronic unit (6), sound measuring sensor module (7) and
absorber (8).
To connect the computer a special communication cable uses.
2.4Specification
Table 2-1 ALFA Specification

Item Specification
Sound measuring channel
Frequency range 235 Hz to 30000 Hz
Operation mode continuous
Working temperature 0 °С to 150°С
Ingress protection IP68
Maximum allowable pressure 25 MPa (100 MPa *)
Power supply
Lithium battery AA, 1 pcs.
Power supply voltage 3 V, 6 V
Absorbed current 2 mA, max 5 mA
Memory
Memory space 16 MB
Memory space 40642, records, not less
Inter-record gap 1 to 255 sec

Number of inter-record gap 20
Memory filling time at 1 second interval 11 h
Climatic modification Moderately cold climate type 3
Storage conditions in the packing box 2С
Average lifetime 5 years
Dimensions
Length 710mm
Diameter 25 mm(28mm*)
Diameter of the shock absorber 28mm (34mm*)
Weight Net 1,5 not more
Storage conditions in the packing box 2C
IP Code IP68
Mechanical execution group M34
PC interface USB
* for instrument with diameter of 28 mm
3 Operation
To control the instrument the ALFA_MANAGER software is used. With this program you can connect to
the instrument in the direct measurement and see the current sensor readings, upload the data from the
instrument memory, and configure the instrument for recording. ALFA_MANAGER software comes
complete on a disc.
Install the software on your computer and run ALFA_MANAGER.
Attention! High-temperature battery VHT200 usage pattern. If during the data reading from the
instrument you lose the connection with your computer, you must remove the battery and heat it to a
temperature of about 70 ° C. (for example, with a hairdryer), insert it back into the instrument and
continue operating.

3.1Direct Measurement
3.1.1 From the main program menu select "Instrument - Direct measurement", after that a
window as Figure 4-1will appear.
3.1.2 Herein select a port, to which the communication cable is connected.
3.1.3 Select the instrument type “SHUM-S30”, and press the button "Connect". In case of
successful contact the sensor readings of downhole instrument will be displayed.
3.1.4 To end the connection, press the button “Disconnect” or “Close”.
Figure 4-1 Direct Measurement
3.2Configure for Recording
3.2.1 From the main program menu select "Instrument – Record Setup".
3.2.2 Browse the instrument “SHUM-S30” and press “OK”.

Figure 4-2
3.2.3 In the window parameter query, select the port and press “Connect”.
To find out the memory space of the instrument and to request the previous record time
scheme of the instrument, in order to draw or edit the algorithm-chart, which is made in
the next step of recording setup, you must be connected to the instrument.
Figure 4-3

3.2.4 After you successfully connected to the instrument, on the screen you will see a list of
parameters of the current instrument status.
Figure 4-4
3.2.5 To move to the next window “Algorithm-chart”, press “Next”.
The window "Algorithm- chart" is designed for charting the instrument records, and to
convert a record, which is understandable by the instrument, to the temporary scheme.
Figure 4-5

3.2.6 When you run the window the previous recording scheme of the instrument will be
loaded. If this scheme is good enough, you can go to the next step by clicking "Next".
3.2.7 If not, then you need to make a new scheme, or upload the previously created one in the
previous versions from the file of temporary scheme. You can do that through the menu
"File - Open".
Figure 4-6
3.2.8 You can make editing and charting through the menu "Record". The algorithm-chart has
no restrictions on the number of lines.
3.2.9 In drawing the algorithm chart, the number of pages and the number of records of
temporary scheme shall be calculated, 20 records are available. Temporary scheme is a
scheme, which is created at the transformation from the algorithm chart, and is
transmitted to the instrument.
When you add or edit the records, the following window opens.
Figure 4-7

Here you need to specify which sensors should be recorded into the memory, interrecord
gap and specify the record length.
The recording interval should be less than or equal to the record length.
If the input data is correct, the button "OK" is active.
3.2.10 When the algorithm chart is drawn up, click "Next" to move to the next step of the
instrument’s record setup start time of the instrument.
Figure 4-8

3.2.11 Select a port and press "Connect".
Figure 4-9
3.2.12 After the successful connection is established, press "Record".
Figure 4-10

3.2.13 Record setup of the instrument is done. Press “Close” to close the window.
Figure 4-11
3.2.14 To verify the correctness of settings, you must go to the window "Direct
measurement". Connect to the instrument and view the instrument status.
3.2.15 Undertake investigations.

3.3Upload from the Memory
3.3.1 To upload data from the instrument memory you should select the item "Instrument -
Upload data from the memory" from the main program menu. The uploading window
will appear. Herein, specify the port, to which the instrument is connected, and select
the instrument type SHUM-S30.
3.3.2 To start the data uploading you need to press the “Upload” button. After pressing this
button, the information will be downloaded into your computer, if there is some
recorded information in the instrument memory.
Figure 4-12

3.3.3 The process is displayed on a scale. After downloading is finished, you will be proposed
to save data in a file with the extension “*.ns30.dmp”. By default, you will be suggested
the file name that consists of the unique serial number of the instrument, and the start
date and time of data recording in the instrument memory. If you wish, you may change
the file name. If you reject to save data in the file, the downloaded data will not be
displayed on the screen.
3.3.4 After you save the data to a file, a new window of diagram appears with the latest data
unloaded from the instrument memory.
3.3.5 After you unloaded the data from the instrument memory they can’t be erased, which
allows you to re-unload the data from the memory.
Figure 4-13

4 Disassembly/Assembly
4.1Replacing the battery
Figure 5-1 Replacing Battery
Steps:
4.1.1 Unscrew the instrument cover (3) in Figure 2-2.
4.1.2 Unscrew the cap of the battery compartment (4) in Figure 2-2.
4.1.3 Replace the battery.
4.1.4 Locate the battery compartment. It is necessary for bare inside.
4.1.5 Assemble in reverse order.
Attention!
While operating the unit in an environment with a temperature of 85 to 150°С, you need to use the
“AA” sized battery TADIRAN SL-560.
(See - http://www.tadiranbatteries.de/pdf/lithium-thionyl-chloride-batteries/SL-560.pdf )
5 Preventive Maintenance
5.1Maintenance check
The List of basic maintenance checks is given in the Table 6-1 below:
Nature of check Checking procedure
External examination Make sure that the instrument have no external mechanical
damage
Checking the Connect the instrument to your computer. Run the SAFManager
computer connection program; go to the "direct measurement" mode, select a port
and press “Connect” button. Make sure that the connection
exists and the supply voltage
is not less than 3 V.

The List of possible troubleshooting is given in the Table 6-2 below:
External manifestation of faults Possible cause Remedial procedure
Power supply voltage is lower than Replace the battery.

+ 3.0V.
Communication cable fault. Replace the cable.
No connection with the computer PC port fault. Connect the instrument to a working
port.
Instrument fault. Send the instrument for repairs to the
manufacturer.
5.2Maintenance
The nature of maintenance works of the instrument and their frequency are given in the Table 6-3.
Nature of work Scope of work Frequency
1. Exterior check To check the condition of the O-rings Every time you
and, if necessary, replace them. open the instrument
2. Calibration Calibration of instrument. Annually.
3. Battery changing Battery changing shall be mandatory Annually.

made by the manufacturer.

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Operation and Maintenance

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2.2.1 Safety Precautions

2.2.1.2 All installation and dismantling works must be performed at the

2.2.1.4 other safety requirements - according to GOST 12.2.007.7-75

2.2.2 Storage and Transportation.

2.2.2.2 It may be transported by any kind of transport in the standard packing at

Figure 2-1 ALFA Tool

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Figure 2-2 ALFA Tool Configuration

To connect the computer a special communication cable uses.

Table 2-1 ALFA Specification

Sound measuring channel

Frequency range 235 Hz to 30000 Hz

Operation mode continuous

Working temperature 0 °С to 150°С

Ingress protection IP68

Maximum allowable pressure 25 MPa (100 MPa *)

Lithium battery AA, 1 pcs.

Power supply voltage 3 V, 6 V

Absorbed current 2 mA, max 5 mA

Memory space 40642, records, not less

Inter-record gap 1 to 255 sec

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Number of inter-record gap 20

Memory filling time at 1 second interval 11 h

Climatic modification Moderately cold climate type 3

Storage conditions in the packing box 2С

Average lifetime 5 years

Diameter of the shock absorber 28mm (34mm*)

Weight Net 1,5 not more

Storage conditions in the packing box 2C

Mechanical execution group M34

* for instrument with diameter of 28 mm

Install the software on your computer and run ALFA_MANAGER.

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3.1.2 Herein select a port, to which the communication cable is connected.

3.1.4 To end the connection, press the button “Disconnect” or “Close”.

Figure 4-1 Direct Measurement

3.2Configure for Recording

3.2.2 Browse the instrument “SHUM-S30” and press “OK”.

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3.2.5 To move to the next window “Algorithm-chart”, press “Next”.

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If the input data is correct, the button "OK" is active.

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3.2.11 Select a port and press "Connect".

3.2.12 After the successful connection is established, press "Record".

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3.2.15 Undertake investigations.

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3.3Upload from the Memory

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