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Before installation or operation carefully read

the WARNING instructions shown on Pages 9 and
10 and also CAUTION notes shown on Pages ‘7

IMPORTANT
SAFETYNOTICE
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Proper service and repair is important to the safe, reliable operation of f
all MARTIN-DECKER equipment. The service procedures recommended /
by MARTIN-DECKER and described in the service manuals are recommended f
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methods of performing service operations. Some of these service operations f
require the use of tools specially designed for the purpose. The special f
tools should be used when and as recommended. 4
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It is important to note that some warnings against the use of specific service /
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methods that can damage the equipment or render it unsafe are stated in the I
manuals. It is also important to understand these warnings are not exclusive. 4
MARTIN-DECKER could not possibly know, evaluate and advise the service 4
people of all conceivable ways in which service might be done or of the possible f
hazardous consequences of each way. Accordingly 4
anyone who uses service 4
procedures or tools which are not recommended by MARTIN-DECKER must 4
first satisfy himself thoroughly that neither his safety or equipment safety #
will be jeopardized by the method selected. f
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1.00 INTRODUCTION 2.04 Lubricating fluid inside the gage provides

for longer movement life and damping out
1.01 This manual provides installation, opera- of most rig vibrations. The gage receives its
tion and maintenance instructions for the signals, from the diaphragm protector, through
GMGA Mud Pump Pressure Gage and GM4 the hose and damper (that smoothes the pointer
Compound Pressure Gage systems manufactured movement).
by MARTIN-DECKER, Santa Ana, California.
2.05 Vernier Reading. The GAGOA and GA112
2.00 DESCRIPTION compound pressure gages (on GM4 and
2.01 The mud pump and compound pressure GM4P systems only) have a 4: 1 vernier reading
gage system are designed for mud for resolution of pressure change readings. The
pressure, cementing, acidizing, or fracturing vernier pointer makes four complete revolutions
pressure indications. The systems operate in for full capacity of the gage, giving four times
the temperature range of -50” to +I 50°F more resolution for the same pressure change.
(-45.6” to +65. SC). Accuracy of the systems Total pressure is read at the inner dial, fine
is plus or minus 1.0% of full scale indication. measurement is indicated by the outer dial.

2.02 System Component Description. The mud 2.06 Diaphragm Gage Protector. The pro-
pump and compound pressure gage systems tector is equipped with a diaphragm which
consist of the components shown in Table 2-l and separates drilling mud from the hydraulic fluid,
Figure 2-l. For a complete listing of GMGA and actuating the gage (Figure 2-l).
GM4 systems available, refer to Tables 2-2 thru
2-5. 2.0’7 High Pressure Hose. The high pressure
hydraulic hose is l/4 inch diameter,
2.03 Capacities. double wire braided construction and rubber
For system capacities refer to: covered (Figure 2-l).
Table 2-2 for GMGA Series
Table 2-3 for GM4 Series
Table 2-4 for GM4P Series
Table 2-5 for GMGAP Series

TABLE 2-l. PRESSURE GAGE SYSTEMS

Pressure Gage Diaphragm Gage Damper

System Gage Mounting Protector Hose Assy.
GMGA Mud Pump GA58 A607 Bracket
GMGAP Mud Pump GA113 Panel J234- F230-3
--
E17-152 , --
GM4 Compound GAGOA* A607 Bracket
GM4 P Compound GA112* Panel 30$2!3- F230-3
*With Vernier Scale

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n> GA56 Gage

Diaphragm Gage Protector

GAGOA Compound
Hydraulic Hose

GMGA Mud Pump Pressure Gage System

Hydraulic Hose

DiaphragmGage Protector

GA113 Gage GM4 Compound Pressure Gage System

y 3/16 Copper Tublng /

Diaphragm Gage Protector

’ Hydraulic Hose

GMGAP Mud Pump Pressure Gage System

GA112 Compound Gage

Copper

Diaphragm Gage hotector

GM4P Compound Pressure Gage System

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TABLE 2-2 GMGA SYSTEM CAPACITLES

System No. Gage No.

GMGA- GA58- Capacity
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

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2510
255
2515
503
I 105
153
5; 000 PSI
10,000
1 15;ooo
3,000 PSI
1
I1
25
50
1
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25
25
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I 109 I 9 I ‘700 KSCM 1 1 ---io 1

1014 14 1,000 KSCM 10
259 9 700 KSCM 25
2514 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 MPa 10
1024 24 100 MPa 10
2523 23 70 MPa 25
2524 24 100 MPa 25
5020 20 21 MPa 50
5021 21 35MPa 50
10,000 PSI
10910 910
700 KSCM
10514 1514 15,000 PSI 10
1,000 KSCM
25910 910 10,000 PSI 25
700 KSCM
251514 1514 15,000 PSI 25
1,000 KSCM

5054 54 5,000
350 KSCM
PSI 5o
6,000 PSI
5067 67
420 KSCM 5o

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TABLE 2-3. GM4 SYSTEM CAPACITIES

System No. Gage No.

GM4- GAGOA- Capacity
022 80 . 8,000 PSI 2
052 80 8,000 PSI 5
102 80 8,000 PSI 10
103 120 12,000 PSI 10

259 4MP 40 MPa 25

2510 8MP 80 MPa 25
509 4 MP 40 MPa 50
5010 8MP 80 MPa 50

TABLE 2-4. GM4P SYSTEM CAPACITIES

I Svstem No. I Gage No. I I Hose/Ft I

” GM4P- GA112- 1 Capacity 5234 - 300629 -
251 40 1 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
2 50K 60K 400 KSCM 25
253K 120K 800 KSCM 1 25
500K 60K I 400 KSCM 1 50 1
503K 120K 800 KSCM 50
259 4MP 40 MPa 25
2510 8MP 1 80 MPa ] I 25
509 I 4MP 1 40 MPa 1 50 1
1 5010 I 8MP 1 80 MPa 1 50 1

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TABLE 2-5. GMGAP SYSTEM CAPACITIES

Gage No. Hose/Ft

GA113- Capacity J234- 300629,
3 3,000 PSI 25
5 5; 000 PSI 25
10 10,000 PSI 25
2515 15 15,000 PSI 25
503 3 3,000 PSI 50
505 5 5;ooo PSI 50
506 6 6,000 PSI 50
5010 10 10,000 PSI 50
259 9 700 KSCM 25
2514 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
2523 23 70 MPa 25,
2524 24 100 MPa 25
5020 20 21 MPa 50
5021 21 35 MPa 50
10,000 PSI
25910 910 25
700 KSCM
15,000 PSI
251514 1514 25
1,000 KSCM
5,000 PSI
5054 54 50
350 KSCM
6,000 PSI
5067 67 50
I 420 KSCM

3.00 INSTALLATION
3.01 GA58 and GAGOA pressure gages are c. Diaphragm Gage Protector Assembly
designed for mounting, at any convenient Installation: The Protector Assembly
location, using A607 Mounting Brackets. Refer is mounted on any 2” connection (see
to Figure 3-l for mounting dimensions. GA112 Figure 3-3). A shut-off valve should
and GA113 pressure gages are designed for be installed between the flow line and
panel mounting. Refer to Figure 3-2 for mount- the protector for inspection and/or
ing dimensions. repairs of the protector and gage
system. Install the two inch female
a. Mount gage (either in a panel or on an A607 half of the protector on a vertical
bracket). riser. Before the body of the protector
b. High Pressure Hose Installation: 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
Allow sufficient slack in the hose to of the rubber cup are touching. If the
avoid pulling hose taut. Excess cup is round, the system must be re-
tension could cause fitting or connector charged (paragraph 6.03).
failure.

1. Route hose so it will not be crushed, d. For GMGAP and GM4P series, mount
cut or otherwise damaged. the F230-3 damper assembly close to
2. Tie hose to structures. the gage. See Figure 3-2.
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(32mm)

DAMPER
6.00
011 DIAL
(152mm)

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- 7.50 i 18 011
(190mm) Omm)
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-FOR PANEL MOUNT:
REPLACE FOUR W12-4PS SCREWS WITH FOUR J812-1CPS SCREWS
AND FOUR J806-3FP NUTS. A607 MOUNTING BRACKET AND
ATTACHING HARDWARE NOT USED WITH PANEL MOUNT.

Figure 3-l. GA58 and GAGOA Gage Mounting Dimensions

(GMGA and GM4 Systems)

S/i6 COPPER TUBING

7:zsa 6.253 DIA
REF.
(164mm)

L’ 219 DIA.
(bmm)
4 PLCS t4 2.167 REF.
(56mml /
PANEL FIEF)

Figure 3-2. GA112 and GA113 Gage Panel Mounting Dimensions

(GM4P and GMGAP Systems)
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(197mm) NOTE

/ CHECK VALVE Q) Maintenance repair procedures con-

DIAPHRAGM E40 Q
tained in this section and Section 6.00
BODY Q,
are the only practical procedures to

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(235mm)
RETAINER
NUT, J79
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be performed in the field. In situations
involving a faulty component, the faulty
component should be returned to
WINGNUT~
MARTIN-DECKER,1928 South Grand,
THREADED HUB @ Santa Ana, California, or authorized
WITH SEAL RING
service facility for repair and re-
calibration.

6.00 REPAIR

6.01 System repair is limited to removing a

faulty component and replacing it with
one in serviceable condition. This section
Figure 3-3. Gage Protecixx Overall covers repairs that may be readily performed
Mounting Dimensions in the field and does not include detailed dis-
assembly/assembly procedures of the indicator.
Field repairs consist of removing and replacing
the Indicator or hydraulic hose.
4.00 OPERATION
6.02 Indicator Damper Seal Replacement. If
4.01 Pointer Damping Adjustment. The damper the O-ring in the damper block should
is located external to the indicator case and become damaged or worn and hydraulic fluid
has a tee handled stem projecting from the damper leaks from around damper stem perform the
block. following steps:
a. To fully engage damper, push stem in
and turn clockwise to closed position. WARNING
b. Open damper by turning stem counter-
clockwise two complete revolutions. Remove pressure from gage protector
before removing stem from damper to
c. If pointer is too sensitive, turn stem prevent injury to personnel or damage
clockwise l/4 to l/2 revolution. to equipment.
d. If pointer is sluggish, turn damper stem
counterclockwise l/4 to l/2 revolution. a. Remove pressure from protector.
e. Recheck sensitivity and repeat step c or b. Disengage stem from damper.
d, as applicable, until desired sensi”uvity
% reached. c. Remove damper stem by turning stem
nut counterclockwise.
5.00 MAINTENANCE
d. Remoye damaged O-ring.
5.01 General. The system requires no mainte- e. Lubricate new O-ring with silicone
nance. General opera&g practices should grease or equivalent.
include cleaning indicator glass as necessary.
This can be accomplished by using any commer- f. Install new O-ring by slipping over
cial glass cleaning solution and a clean, soft, end of stem working it up over shoulder
lint-free cloth. into recessed groove.

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k. Adjust damper per paragraph 4.01.

1. Replace protector body and tighten wing
Use extreme care when inserting the nut (5).
damper stem into the damper body to
prevent damaging O-ring. 6.04 Protector Diaphragm Replacement. The
following procedures should be followed:
g. Recharge system as necessary (Refer & Figure 3-3).
(paragraph 6.03).

6.03 Charging the System

Make sure there is no pressure in
WARNING the mud system wherremoving
protector body. High pressure in
Remove pressure from protector system may cause injury to personnel
or damage to equipment.

a. Remove hose from protector.

b. Remove protector body by unscrewing
wing nut (5).
a. Remove pressure from protector. See c. Remove 579 retaining nut (4), using
Figure 3-3. MARTIN-DECKER nut wrench T589.
b. Remove protector body by unscrewing d. Remove diaphragm (2) from protector
wing nut (5). body.
c. Raise protector assembly to a position e. Wash and clean inside, open holes, and
slightly higher than gage. clean small seal groove in protector
d. Close damper by pushing stem in and bodg.
turning it clockwise until it is in closed f. Press new E40 diaphragm into protector
position. body making sure diaphragm flange is
e. Loosen l/8 inch plug on damper body. even in protector body groove.
f. Attach YA2 hand pump to check valve g. Apply thread grease or lubricant (not
(1) located on protector assembly. thread seal) to retainer nut (4) and
g. Fill hand pump reservoir with fluid. 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.
NOTE

Keep hand pump reservoir at least

half full at all times to avoid intro-
ducing air into system. Do not over tighten, it will damage
the diaphragm.
h. Pump enough fluid into system to col-
lapse protector diaphragm until its h. Replace protector body against hub (6)
sides touch each other. and tighten wing nut (5).
i. Tighten protector assembly check valve. i. Replace hose on protector body.
j. Disengage hand pump from check valve. j. Recharge the system (Paragraph 6.03).

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