SEC3b (1) Installation Instruction

SUBSECTION 3B: TOP DRIVE AND TORQUE GUIDE
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Installation Instructions Fixed Torque Guide (Typical)................................................................ 3-41
Installation Instructions Portable Torque Guide (Typical) MAST APPLICATION ....................... 3-51
Removal Instructions Portable Torque Guide (Typical) MAST APPLICATION .......................... 3-71
Installation Instructions Portable Torque Guide (Typical) DERRICK APPLICATION ................. 3-85
Installation Instructions Rigid Mount Torque Guide (Typical) ..................................................... 3-99
The drawings in this Subsection are provided to represent
TYPICAL TORQUE GUIDE INSTALLATIONS.

As applications tend to differ from one rig to the next, the user should refer to the
drawings in Section 6 of this Manual for specifications and instructions for the
specific application.
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Canrig Top Drive Drilling System
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Installation Instructions
Fixed Torque Guide (Typical)
Initial Installation .......................................... Drawing Number: M-7-117-01 (0)............... 3-42
Initial Installation Drawing Number: M-7-117-02 (0)............... 3-43
Top Drive Installation (Method 1) ................ Drawing Number: M-7-117-03 (0)............... 3-44
Top Drive Installation (Method 2) ................ Drawing Number: M-7-117-05 (0)............... 3-46
Traveling Block Connection ......................... Drawing Number: M-7-108-11 (0)............... 3-47
Top Drive Alignment and Final Rig-Up ........ Drawing Number: M-7-108-14 (0)............... 3-48
Lowering Mast ............................................. Drawing Number: M-7-117-04 (0)............... 3-49
The drawings in this Subsection are provided to represent a

TYPICAL FIXED TORQUE GUIDE APPLICATION.
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Canrig Fixed Torque Guide
Initial Installation
Drawing Number: M-7-117-01 (0)
1. After the mast is assembled and prior to raising, position the Torque Guide sections as shown
below. Also refer to the Torque Guide Installation drawing in Subsection 6C of this Manual.
Preset the turnbuckle lengths as indicated on the Torque Guide Installation drawing.
2. Lift each Torque Guide section into place and pin into the turnbuckles.
Install locking pins or bolts at each end of the turnbuckle pins. Refer to the Torque Guide
Installation drawing.
3. Bolt the sections together using the hardware specified on the Torque Guide Installation
drawing.
4. Center the Torque Guide with respect to the mast by taking measurements to each side of the
mast from the Torque Guide. Measurements should be equal 1/2 inch. Adjust the
turnbuckles equal amounts in opposite directions to correct any centering errors. For example if
the Torque Guide is too close to the drillers side at a particular mounting point, then extend the
drillers side turnbuckle and retract the off-drillers side turnbuckle equal amounts.
5. Check the fore-aft position by measuring at each side of the Torque Guide and take the
average. The tolerance for the fore-aft position is 1/2 inch. Correct the fore-aft position by
adjusting the two turnbuckles equally and in the same direction. Refer to the Torque Guide
Installation drawing for theoretical fore-aft positions (Dim x) of the Torque Guide. Some fine
tuning may be required and is usually done at the time commissioning. Measure, record and
return the actual fore-aft positions to Canrig. A formal drawing with as-built dimensions will be
issued which can be used to verify the correct Torque Guide position on subsequent rig-ups.
NOTE: Ignore the torsional positional of the Torque Guide at this stage since it is not
controlled by the turnbuckles.
6. Visually check the straightness of the Torque Guide in both the side and fore-aft planes and
make any adjustments as required. The turnbuckles should never need to be readjusted and it
is recommended that they be wired to prevent accidental movement due to drilling.
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7. Install the Crown Hanger plates into the crown and pin the crown turnbuckles to the top of the
Torque Guide and to the Crown Hanger plates as shown in the Crown Hanger Assembly
drawing in Subsection 6A of this Manual. Pay particular attention to preset length of
turnbuckles.
NOTE: The crown turnbuckles will support the entire weight of the Torque Guide in
the working position (approximately 20,000 lb) and will support the weight of
both the Torque Guide and the Top Drive (approximately 50,000 lb) during rigup and rig-down. Ensure that all pins and keepers are secure.
8. Ensure that safety cables are installed.
9. Install the Torque Reaction Beam as shown on the Torque Reaction Beam Assembly Drawing
in Subsection 6A of this Manual.
10. Install the Traveling Block and string the drill line.
11. Attach the Traveling Block to the bridle line equalizer in preparation for raising the mast. Refer
to the Mast Raising Interface drawing in Subsection 6A of this Manual.
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Top Drive Installation (Method 1)

NOTE: This method is typically used on high floor substructures.
1. Prepare Traveling Block and mast for raising as per manufacturers specifications and
procedures.
2. Raise the mast as per the mast manufacturers specifications and procedures. Complete the
assembly of the substructure, if applicable.
3. Lift the Top Drive and Transport Skid assembly to the drill floor using a crane with enough
capacity to lift 30,000 lb.
NOTES:
Ensure that the shipping pins are securely in place at
the top and bottom ends of the Top Drive guide rails.
If the Top Drive skid is not directly below the traveling

block, do not install the Block Guide Assembly at this
time.
4. Secure the upper connecting links to the skid (with a chain

and load binder, for example) to help minimize the bending
forces in the upper connecting links.
5. Assemble the Block Interface. Refer to the Block Interface

Assembly drawing in Subsection 6A of this Manual.
6. Lower the Traveling Block as low as possible to the rig floor.
Attach the Block Guide Assembly to the Traveling Block,
then slide the assembly onto the Torque Guide. Refer to
the Block Guide Assembly drawing in Subsection 6A.
7. With the bail in the block becket, attach the block to the
upper connecting link pins using cable slings of sufficient
length. BOP slings are acceptable. One 1 1/16 dia cable
or two 3/4 dia cables are the minimum recommended.
8. Hoist the Traveling Block to pull the Top Drive and skid up
to a vertical position. Continue lifting until the skid makes
contact with the bottom of the Torque Guide.
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9.
Align the skid with the Torque Guide and bolt together.
10.
Pin the skid to the Torque Reaction Beam using the turnbuckles provided. Refer to the
Torque Reaction Beam Assembly drawing in Subsection 6A of this manual. Adjust the
turnbuckles to align the Torque Guide. Refer to the Torque Reaction Turnbuckle
Adjustment drawing.
NOTE: The entire weight of the Torque Guide should be on the crown turnbuckles
when in operation, and the bottom of the skid should be approximately
7 6 above the rig floor.
11.
Lower the Traveling Block and remove the slings.
12.
Remove the upper shipping pins. Raise the Traveling Block to take the load off the lower
Top Drive shipping pins and then remove the pins.
13.
Lower the Top Drive to the floor and attach the Service Loop connections and the Kelly
hose.
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NOTE: This method is typically used on barge rigs.
1. Prepare the Traveling Block and mast for raising as per manufacturers specifications and
procedures.
NOTE: The mast should be raised with the Block Guides installed ONLY if the sling
line geometry does not pull the Traveling Block excessively behind well center,
which could damage the Block Guide and the Torque Guide.
THIS SHOULD ONLY BE DONE WITH APPROVAL FROM CANRIG.
2. Raise the mast as per the mast manufacturers specifications and procedures.
3. Remove the Traveling Block from the bridle line equalizer.
4. Attach slings similar to those used in Top Drive Installation - Method 1 (see preceding pages)
between the Traveling Block and the lugs on the outside of the skid.
5. Hoist the Traveling Block to pull the skid up until it makes contact with the bottom of the Torque
Guide. Align the skid with the Torque Guide and bolt together.
6. Remove the shipping pins.
7. Attach the Block Interface to the Top Drive upper connecting links. Refer to the Block Interface
Assembly drawing in Subsection 6A of this Manual.
8. If a Local Blower is installed, it may have rotated back to the working position.
9. Re-pin the Block Guide to the Traveling Block only if it was removed for lowering the mast.
Refer to the Block Guide Assembly drawing in Subsection 6A and to the instructions above.
10. Remove the slips from the rotary table.
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Traveling Block Connection

1. Position the Traveling Block so that the bail can be pinned to the upper connecting links of the
Top Drive. Ensure that all pin keepers are securely fastened.
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Top Drive Alignment and Final Rig-Up

1. Remove the top transport pins.

2. Hoist the Top Drive several inches.
3. Remove the bottom transport pins.
4. Position the Top Drive at a height where the
guide rails are fully engaged on the Torque
Guide Track.
5. Adjust the guide rails so that they are all
contacting the Torque Guide angle. A gap of
up to 1/8 is acceptable between the rail and
Torque Guide angle. Do not over-tighten the
Guide rails to the Torque Guide as this may
cause premature wear of the rails.
6. Adjust the Top Drive alignment until the Quill is
level. This adjustment is done using the center
position adjustment bolts, top vs. bottom.
7. Adjust the Top Drive over Well Center
maintaining level at the Quill. This adjustment
is done using the center position adjustment
bolts, adjusting top and bottom together side
vs. side.
8. Lock down all adjustment bolts.
9. Install lower Links and Elevators. Position Link Tilt clamps so Elevators do not extend past
Top Drive cage.
10. Slowly hoist the Top Drive over its entire travel range and verify clearances. Use caution
when approaching the Service Support Frame and the top of the mast.
11. Install Lower Well Control Valves.
12. Install Rotary Hose. Secure safety cables to Top Drive Upper Links.
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Lowering Mast
1. Lower the Top Drive to the drill floor and stab into rotary table.
2. Unpin the Block Guide from the Traveling Block, then remove the Block Guide from the Torque
Guide.
ALTERNATELY, leave the Traveling Block and Block Guide Assembly on the Torque Guide,
even with the mast laid down.
NOTE: This may only be possible if the sling line geometry does not pull the Traveling
Block excessively behind well center, which could damage the Block Guide
and the Torque Guide.
THIS SHOULD ONLY BE DONE WITH APPROVAL FROM CANRIG.
3. Detach the Block Interface (and local Blower hose, if applicable) from the Top Drive connecting
links and then raise the block up clear of the Top Drive.
4. Install shipping pins into the pinning holes on the skid rails and install keeper bolts.
5. Attach slings similar to those used for the Top Drive Installation (Method 1 or 2) between the
Traveling Block and the lugs on the outside of the skid.
6. Keeping the slings tight, unbolt the skid section from the rest of the Torque Guide and lower it
until it rests on the Top Drive rails. Remove the slings from the Traveling Block and the skid.
7. Attach the Traveling Block to the Bridle Line equalizer in preparation for lowering the mast.
Refer to the Mast Raising Interface drawing in Subsection 6A of this Manual.
8. Prepare Traveling Block and mast for lowering as per manufacturers specifications and
procedures.
9. Lower the mast.
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Portable Torque Guide (Typical)
MAST APPLICATION
Pre Rig-Up.................................................... .................................................................... 3-52
Mast Preparation ......................................... Drawing Number: M-7-108-01 (A)............... 3-53
Grasshopper Installation .............................. Drawing Number: M-7-110-01 (0) ............... 3-54
Grasshopper Installation............................... Drawiing Number: M-7-110-02 )A) .............. 3-55
Torque Guide Erection ................................ Drawing Number: M-7-109-01 (C)............... 3-56
Torque Guide Erection ................................. Drawing Number: M-7-109-02 (A)............... 3-57
Torque Guide Erection ................................. Drawing Number: M-7-109-04 (B)............... 3-58
Harpoon ....................................................... Drawing Number: M-7-108-08 (0) ............... 3-63
Torque Reaction .......................................... Drawing Number: M-7-108-09 (0) ............... 3-64
Erecting Assembly Removal ........................ Drawing Number: M-7-108-10 (A)............... 3-65
Traveling Block ............................................ Drawing Number: M-7-108-11 (0) ............... 3-66
Torque Guide Tensioning ............................ Drawing Number: M-7-108-12 (A)............... 3-67
Service Support Assembly Positioning ........ Drawing Number: M-7-108-16 (A)............... 3-68
Top Drive Alignment and Final Rig-Up ........ Drawing Number: M-7-108-14 (0) ............... 3-69

TYPICAL PORTABLE TORQUE GUIDE MAST APPLICATION.
drawings in Section 6 of this Manual for specifications and instructions for the specific
application.
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Canrig Portable Torque Guide Mast Application
Pre Rig-Up
Before beginning to rig up the Top Drive unit, several steps should be taken to ensure that the
operation goes as safely as possible.
1. Perform a thorough inventory of equipment on site. Make sure that all equipment needed for the
rig-up is present and is in good condition. Check lifting assembly for damage and any lifting cables or
lifting/snubbing cables for general damage or broken wires.
2. Conduct a JSA (Job Safety Analysis) before beginning to rig up. Review this procedure with rig and
company personnel. Confirm that all personnel involved understand the operation, their positions
during rig-up and their duties during rig-up.
3. Assign personnel to act as observers to watch for interference in the mast as the Torque Guide is
being lifted up through it. The minimum recommended spotters are:
One person should be stationed ODS on the drill floor.

One person should be stationed DS on the drill floor.
One person should be stationed on the ground to watch the Torque Guide as it unfolds from the bed
truck.
One person should be in the crown to watch the Torque Guide as it reaches the crown and to guide
the harpoon into the Torque Guide pocket.
One additional person may be required at the monkey board in tight mast applications.
Personnel not involved in the rig-up should not be on the drill floor during the rig-up.
If performing this operation in darkness or at times of poor visibility, extra care should be taken to
ensure the following:
1. Proper communication. Ensure there is visual contact between all personnel involved in the
process. This can be enhanced with good hand signals or light devices.
2. Sufficient lighting. Ensure the following are well lit and visible:
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crown and harpoon
racking area
rig floor
v-door side of substructure
the torque guide when lifting off the truck/trailer
mast interior i.e. back girts
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Mast Preparation
Drawing Number: M-7-108-01 (A)
1. With the mast in the down position (preferably), remove the diving board hinged section from the
racking board. Alternately, adjust the board forward.
2. Remove the hook and install the block adapter bail or interface.
3. Clamp the Torque Reaction Beam to girt #1 on the mast. Refer to the Torque Reaction Beam
Assembly drawing in Subsection 6A of this Manual. The beam should be positioned so that it is
centered about well center. All fasteners must be properly torqued (see Capscrew Torque Values in
Subsection 4B of this Manual. The Torque Guide clamp plates should not be installed at this time.
4. Install the Crown Hanger Plates and Harpoon Assembly at the
crown. Refer to the Crown Hanger Assembly drawing in
Subsection 6A of this manual. Attach one end of each safety
sling to the Hanger Plates. The free ends of the slings will be
pinned to the Torque Guide once it is latched to the Harpoon.
Ensure that all safety pins and keeper bolts are securely in place
and check that the Harpoon is installed with the correct
orientation. The sloped side of the Harpoon should be facing
towards the drawworks.
5. Install the bridle line equalizer (see View A A) or insert equalizer
directly into block becket.
6. Raise the mast (and drawworks) if applicable.
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Grasshopper Installation
NOTE: Place TDSU as per the rig JSA. Connect the TDSU power cables to the AC power source.
DANGER:
Ensure that the feeder breaker is OFF while connecting the power cables to it. Be
aware that the line side of the feeder breaker may still be live even if it is in the OFF
position. Use extreme caution while working in the feeder breaker junction box.
The following method for handling the Grasshopper during installation should be followed to prevent
damage to equipment or injury to workers. The safest method of rigging the Grasshopper is with the use
of a crane. The crane is generally able to lift from directly above the point of attachment of the cable to
the Grasshopper, allowing the operator to control the movement of the Grasshopper.
1. With the Grasshopper still laid down, elevate the pole as required and rotate the entire assembly until
section 1 (the inboard section) is in the required position. Use the HPU override pushbutton on the
Grasshopper pedestal to start HPU 1 while the console is not connected.
2. Anchor section 1 so that it will not rotate while raising section 2. Failure to do so may allow this
section to swing uncontrollably during the rest of the rig-up.
3. Attach the line to be used for raising section 2.
4. To control the swinging of the Grasshopper, a tag line must be attached from the outboard end of
section 2 to a forklift, loader or similar vehicle. The tag line must be attached prior to attempting to
raise section 2 of the Grasshopper.
5. Attach the line in a manner that will not allow it to slide along the Grasshopper section.
6. Position the vehicle so that it can provide the greatest resisting force to oppose the lifting force as
much as possible.
7. The operator of the vehicle will keep the line between the vehicle and the Grasshopper taut at all times
in order to provide a resisting force to control the swing of the Grasshopper.
8. Section 2 will have a tendency to swing once it is lifted from its cradled position in section 1. If
the pull from the lifting winch is coming from one side of the Grasshopper, that is the direction in which
it will swing. If the pull is from directly above, it could swing in either direction. Ensure that the person
controlling the tag line is prepared and all personnel are standing clear.
9. The operator of the vehicle attached to the tag line will be required to coordinate with the crane/winch
operator to control the swing of the Grasshopper.
10. After section 2 has been raised to a vertical height that will allow it to clear section 1, it can be allowed
to swing to a stable position by slowly and carefully slacking off the tag line while keeping section 2
raised above section 1 (i.e., do not allow section 2 to rest on section 1). Once section 2 has swung to
its extreme, continue lifting to be absolutely sure that there is no more tendency for it to swing. If the
Grasshopper is stable, the tag line can be removed. The structure will remain stable for the rest of the
installation.
11. Pin the swivel mount to the mounting bracket installed on the substructure.
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NOTE: Portable Torque Guide must be installed before continuing.
12. Connect the hydraulic supply and return lines from the end of the Grasshopper to the Torque Guide
skid.
13. Connect the two control cables from the Grasshopper to the Control Console.
14. Connect the Electric Service cables from the Grasshopper to the Torque Guide J box.
15. Turn on the power at the TDSU and perform a function test.
16. If the Upper Well Control Valve AUTO feature is to be used:
Connect the pressure switch to the mud pump pressure line at the drilling recorder. Connect the
cable to the Top Drive Console.
Connect the interface cable from the TDSU to the rig for the mud pump running status signal.
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Torque Guide Erection

Drawing Number: M-7-109-01 (C)
1. Remove the catwalk and V-door ramp.
2. Pin the Lifting/Snubbing Assembly to the Live Roll End on the Torque
Guide/Top Drive (TG/TD) skid.
3. Load the TG/TD skid onto a bed truck as shown below so that the top
end of the skid overhangs approximately 21 feet behind the truck roll.
4. Position the bed truck so that the top end of the skid is approximately
2 to 3 feet from the rig substructure.
NOTE: Ensure that the torque guide is in line with well center.
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5. Attach the Lifting/Snubbing Assembly to the truck winch.
6. Tie one tugger through the Harpoon hole.
7. Install the runner frame stop pins into the holes in the angles on the top section of
the Torque Guide. (See Detail B.)
8. Ensure that either:
both the slide plates and clamp plates are installed on the torque reaction
beam assembly, or
both the slide plates and clamp plates are removed.
9. Ensure that the safety pin (1/2 by 6 cotter pin) is installed in the safety block
below the Whale Hook. This pin prevents the safety block from releasing and the
whale hook from coming out of its pocket in the Torque Guide.
CAUTION: Ensure that the shipping pins (qty 4) are in place and are
secure prior to hoisting. (See Detail A)
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Drawing Number: M-7-109-04 (B)
10. Lift with the tugger to extend section 4 and section 5 until the blocks
can slide onto section 5. Wrap a chain around section 5 and through
the block becket if required for stability.
NOTE: The hinge between section 4 & 5 should be even with
or above the rig floor and section 3 may be partially
unfolded, depending on the floor elevation.
11. Block section 3 in its partially unfolded
position if required.
12. Rotate the Service Support Frame (Upper
and Lower) until they are as close as
possible to section 3. This step should
only be required on very narrow masts.
(See END VIEW.)
CAUTION: Do not disconnect the Load Binder ratchets to lay
the Service Support Frames toward section 3. The
frames will swing out of control during erection of
the Torque Guide if the binders are left
disconnected.
13. Slide the blocks on section 5 until the block adapter bail can be
pinned to the rigging yoke.
NOTE: Ensure that section 5 is stable and secure before
pinning.
14. Raise the blocks to tension the erection sling and remove the runner
frame stop pin from section 5.
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15. Begin lifting the Torque Guide with the blocks. Leave the
tugger connected to the Harpoon hole until sections 4 and 5
are straight.
NOTE: Ensure that the Service Loops are not pinched.
16. Continue lifting until all sections are unfolded and the skid
section is on the bed truck as shown below. Move truck back
and forth as required to assist in unfolding guide sections.
17. Release load binder on local blower and remove.
18. Swing blower into working position and bolt into place.
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19. Continue lifting, backing up the truck as required.

20. Monitor clearance at the racking board area during the lifting
process.
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21. Continue lifting the Torque Guide, letting-off on the truck winch as
required.
22. Continue to hoist the assembly, with the skid sliding on the front
corner of the substructure, if possible. If there are obstacles on
the substructure, be sure to maintain a safe distance between skid
and substructure while hoisting.
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23. Once the end of the skid reaches floor level, continue to let-off
cable from the truck winch until the Torque Guide is vertical
and completely inside the mast.
CAUTION: For stability and safety, the Live Roll End of
the skid should be kept as close to the floor as
possible during erection.
24. Continue lifting the Torque Guide until the Harpoon begins to
stab into the Torque Guide.
CAUTION: Do not pull more than 20 000 lb (9 000 daN)
over the free weight of the assembly.
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Harpoon
1. Once the Torque Guide is fully extended and has been raised into the mast, continue to slowly hoist
until the Harpoon enters the opening at the top of the Torque Guide (Stage 1, below). As the Harpoon
enters the opening, the Harpoon latches will pivot inward allowing the Torque Guide to pass over them
(Stage 2). Once past, the latches will pivot outward to their original position (Stage 3).
2. Slowly lower the Traveling Block to set the Torque Guide onto the Harpoon latches.
3. Pin the free ends of the safety cables to the lugs on the Torque Guide. Refer to the Crown Hanger
Assembly drawing in Subsection 6A of this Manual. While installing the cables, visually confirm that
the Harpoon latches are fully latched.
CAUTION: The latches are supporting the total weight of the Top Drive and Torque Guide. It is
critical that they are fully latched.
4. Remove the Lifting/Snubbing Assembly from the Torque Guide/Top Drive skid.
5. Remove the Live Roll Assembly.
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STAGE 2
STAGE 3
STAGE 4
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Torque Reaction
1. If the clamp plates and slide plates are already in place from a previous installation, remove
the clamp plates and allow the Torque Guide skid to rest against the slide plates of the Torque
Reaction Beam. Otherwise, first install the slide plates and place the Torque Guide clamp
plates on the top of the bottom flange of the Torque Guide skid and then bolt them to the slide
plates. The skid flange should be sandwiched between the slide plate and the clamp plate.
Refer to the Torque Reaction Beam Assembly drawing in Subsection 6A of the Drawings and
Parts List book.
2. Measure the distance between the mast girt flange and the Torque Reaction Beam. Add or
remove shim plates until the nominal distance indicated on the Torque Reaction Beam
Assembly drawing is achieved to within 1/2 inch.
3. Ensure that all fasteners are properly torqued. Refer to Capscrew Torque Values in
Subsection 4B of this Manual.
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Erecting Assembly Removal

1. Climb the mast to the position of the lifting hook in the Torque Guide. Raise the Traveling Block until
the lifting hook is in its uppermost position in the lifting pocket.
2. Remove the cotter pin in the latch lock.
3. Insert the latch release rod into the lifting hook latch and turn until the latch is in the unlocked position
as shown below.
4. Lower the Traveling Block to allow the lifting hook to move down and out of the lifting groove.
Continue lowering the block until the erection apparatus is just above the Top Drive at the bottom of
the Torque Guide.
5. Remove the drillers side pin on the lifting frame and slide the runner to its extended position. Replace
the pin. Tilt the lifting frame and push sideways to remove it from the Torque Guide. Repeat for the
runner frame.
CAUTION: The lifting frame may tend to swing toward the V-door. Use care to avoid
pinching fingers.
6. Connect a tugger to the yoke and lift slightly in order to remove the two yoke pins. Lower the entire
apparatus to the floor.
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Traveling Block
1. Position the Traveling Block so that the bail can be pinned to the upper connecting links of the Top
Drive. Ensure that all pin keepers are securely fastened.
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Torque Guide Tensioning

NOTE: TDSU and Grasshopper must be installed prior to this step.
1. Connect the hydraulic supply and return lines from the end of the Grasshopper to the Torque Guide
skid.
2. Start the HPU.
3. Shift the hydraulic valve to retract the two hydraulic cylinders that will tighten the Torque Guide
tensioning cables. The valve is located on the lower skid section as shown below.
4. Shut off the HPU.
CAUTION: Valve pressure is pre-set by Canrig. Do not exceed the recommended pressure
setting as described in the hydraulic schematics in Subsection 6E of this Manual.
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Service Support Assembly Positioning

1. Adjust the angle of the upper and lower frame using the load binders shown. The angle should be
adjusted so that the Top Drive and the Traveling Block can clear the frames as they travel up and
down on the Torque Guide.
2. Ensure that while adjusting the angle of the service support frames, no structural members of the mast
will interfere with the service support frame. Should this happen, the upper and lower frames can be
moved vertically by connecting a tugger line to the appropriate frame and removing the frame pin.
Carefully move the frame into a clear location and replace the frame pin.
NOTE: In most cases, only the upper frame may require relocation.
3. If required, trim the connecting hose to suit the location of the frames.
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2. Place a level on the skid section of the Torque

Guide and add/remove shims until Torque Guide
is level.
3. Remove top transport pins.
4. Hoist Top Drive several inches.
5. Remove bottom transport pins.
guide rails are fully engaged on the Torque Guide
Track.
7. Adjust the Top Drive Guide Rails so they are all
contacting the Torque Guide angle. A gap of up
to 1/8 is acceptable between rail and Torque
Guide angle. Do not over-tighten the Guide Rails
to the Torque Guide as this may cause premature
wear of the rails.
position adjustment bolts, top vs. bottom.
9. Adjust the Top Drive over Well Center
maintaining level at the Quill. This adjustment is
done using the center position adjustment bolts,
adjusting top and bottom together side vs. side.
10. Install lower Links and Elevators. Position Link Tilt clamps so Elevators do not extend past Top
Drive cage.
11. Slowly hoist the Top Drive over its entire travel range and verify clearances. Use caution when
approaching the Service Support Frame and the top of the mast.
13. Install Rotary Hose. Secure safety cables to Top Drive Upper Links.
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Removal Instructions
MAST APPLICATION
Preparation for Removal ............................. Drawing Number: M-7-126-01 (A) .............. 3-72
Top Drive Positioning .................................. Drawing Number: M-7-126-02 (0)............... 3-73
Traveling Block Removal ............................. Drawing Number: M-7-108-11 (0)............... 3-74
Erection Rigging .......................................... Drawing Number: M-7-108-10 (A) .............. 3-75
Torque Guide Untensioning ........................ Drawing Number: M-7-108-12 (A) .............. 3-76
Torque Reaction .......................................... Drawing Number: M-7-108-09 (0)............... 3-77
Harpoon ....................................................... Drawing Number: M-7-108-08 (0)............... 3-78
Torque Guide Removal ............................... Drawing Number: M-7-109-08 (A) .............. 3-79
Portable Torque Guide - Torque Guide Removeal Drawing Number M-7-109-07 (A) ...... 3-80
Portable Torque Guide - Torque Guide Removal Drawing Number: M-7-109-05 (A) ...... 3-81
Portable Torque Guide - Torque Guide Removal Drawing Number: M-7-126-03 (0)....... 3-82
Portable Torque Guide - Torque Guide Removal Drawing Number: M-7-109-04 (B) ...... 3-83
Portable Torque Guide - Torque Guide Removal Drawing Number: M-7-109-02 (A) ...... 3-84

TYPICAL PORTABLE TORQUE GUIDE MAST APPLICATION.
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Preparation for Removal

1. Remove Elevators and Lower Links. Disconnect Rotary Hose. Remove Blower Hose.
2. If Lower Well Control Valves or Cross-over Subs require inspection, remove at this time.
3. Raise the Top Drive to allow access to the Torque Guide skid.
4. Raise the Live Roll assembly using the floor winches and insert into the Torque Guide skid.
Install the roll end pins and pin retainers.
5. Remove winch lines.
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Top Drive Positioning

1. Install the Lower Transport Pins into the Torque Guide.
2. Lower the Top Drive until the full weight of the Top Drive unit is supported by the Transport Skid.
3. Install the Upper Transport Pins into the Torque Guide.
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Traveling Block Removal

1. With the full weight of the Top Drive on the Transport Pins, position the Block for removal of the
Upper Link Pins.
2. Remove Pin keepers and Pins.
3. Raise the Traveling Block so the Bail or Block Adapter is free of the Upper Connecting Links.
4. Prepare to install the Erection Rigging.
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Erection Rigging
1. Raise the Erection apparatus by connecting a tugger line to the Yoke. Raise the apparatus into
position at the Traveling Block and pin the Yoke into the Bail. Install the keepers into the Bail
Pins.
2. Remove the Drillers Side Pin on the runner frame and slide the runner to its extended position.
Tilt the Lifting Frame and hook the ODS runner around the Torque Guide track. Slide the
Drillers side frame to its retracted position around the Torque Guide track and replace the pin.
3. Raise the Traveling Block and repeat Step 2 for the Lifting Frame.
4. Raise the Traveling Block until the Lifting Hook is near the pocket on section 4 of the Torque
Guide. Carefully raise the Block and ensure the Lifting Hook goes into the Lifting Pocket.
5. Insert the Latch Release Rod into the Lifting Hook Latch and turn until the latch is in the locked
position as shown below.
6. Insert the Cotter Pin in the Latch Lock.
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Torque Guide Untensioning

1. Shift the Hydraulic Valve to extend the two hydraulic Tensioning Cable cylinders. The Valve is
located on the lower skid section as shown below.
2. Any remaining torque in the Tensioning Cables can be eliminated by rotating the tensioning
cable in the proper direction with a pipe wrench.
NOTE: Do not use a pipe wrench on the cylinder rod.
3. The Tensioning Cables can be unpinned from the Tensioning Cylinder to allow cable movement
during the Rig-down procedure. Remove pins when Tensioning Cylinder rods are fully
extended. Stand clear while retracting the cylinder rods.
CAUTION: The tensioning cables may spin rapidly when they become free from the
tensioning cylinder rod.
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Torque Reaction
1. Remove the Torque Guide clamp plates to allow the skid section to be free of the Torque
Reaction Beam.
2. The clamp plates can be re-installed on the Torque Reaction Beam for transport purposes.
3. Ensure the main breakers are turned off in the TDSU and no power is going to the Top Drive.
4. Disconnect electrical and hydrualic lines from the Torque Guide.
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Harpoon
1. Remove the Safety Cables from the Torque Guide Section 5.
2. Slowly raise the Traveling Block so the Harpoon Latches are free from the top opening on the
Torque Guide.
3. Pull on the Harpoon Latch Cables to pivot them inward. Lower the Torque Guide until the top
opening is below the Harpoon Latches. Release the Harpoon Latch Cables.
4. The Torque Guide and Top Drive are now suspended from the Traveling Block.
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STAGE 1
STAGE 2
STAGE 3
STAGE 4
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Torque Guide Removal

1. Ensure the truck is aligned with Well Center and in position to

accept the Top Drive.
2. Raise the truck winch line to the floor and attach to the
Lifting/Snubbing Assembly.
3. Slowly tension the truck winch until the Torque Guide Skid is clear
of the substructure.
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Portable Torque Guide Torque Guide Removal

4. Continue to lower the Traveling Block/Torque Guide while
tensioning the truck winch.
5. If there are obstacles on the substructure be sure to maintain a
safe distance between the skid and substructure while lowering.
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6. Lower the Torque Guide while taking in the truck winch as required.
7. Continue until the skid section is secure on the truck bed.
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8. Unbolt the Blower from the working position.
9. Swing the Blower into transport position and install load binder.
10. If extended Upper Links were in use, one or both may have to be removed from the Top Drive to
allow clearance for the Torque Guide to fold into the transport position.
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Drawing Number: M-7-109-04 (B)
11. Slowly lower the Traveling Block while the Torque Guide folds
onto the truck. Move the truck back and forth to assist in folding
the Torque Guide sections.
12. Ensure the Service Loops are properly folded for transport (side
by side) in the Torque Guide while lowering.
13. Secure the top section of Torque Guide (Section 5) at floor
height.
14. Install the Runner Frame stop Pins.
15. Install a Tugger through the Harpoon hole in Torque Guide
Section 5.
16. Remove the pins in the Rigging Yoke. The Traveling Block is
now free and can be hoisted out of the way.
17. Rotate the Service Support Frame in using the ratchet type load
binder.
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18. Lower the remaining sections of the Torque Guide with the Tugger until all
sections are on the truck.
19. Remove the Tugger Line.
20. Secure Torque Guide to truck for transport.
21. The Lifting/Snubbing Line is not to be used for lowering the Torque Guide to the
ground. Unhook the truck winch from the Lifting/Snubbing assembly and attach
to the Live Roll of the skid.
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DERRICK APPLICATION
Pre Rig .............................................................................................................................. 3-86
Derrick Preparation ..................................... Drawing Number: M-7-111-01 (0)............... 3-87
Torque Guide Erection ................................ Drawing Number: M-7-111-02 (0)............... 3-88
Torque Guide Erection ................................. Drawing Number: M-7-111-03 (0)............... 3-89
Harpoon ....................................................... Drawing Number: M-7-111-09 (0)............... 3-95
Torque Reaction Beam ............................... Drawing Number: M-7-111-10 (0)............... 3-96
Traveling Block ............................................ Drawing Number: M-7-108-11 (0)............... 3-97
Top Drive Alignment and Final Rig-Up ........ Drawing Number: M-7-111-11 (0)............... 3-98

TYPICAL PORTABLE TORQUE GUIDE DERRICK APPLICATION.
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Canrig Portable Torque Guide - Derrick Application
Pre Rig-Up
Before beginning to rig up the Top Drive unit, several steps should be taken to ensure that
the operation goes as safely as possible.
1. Perform a thorough inventory of equipment on site. Make sure that all equipment needed
for the rig-up is present and is in good condition. Check lifting assembly for damage and any
lifting cables or lifting/snubbing cables for general damage or broken wires.
2. Conduct a safety meeting before beginning to rig up. Review this procedure with rig and
company personnel. Confirm that all personnel involved understand the operation, their
positions during rig-up and their duties during rig-up.
3. Assign personnel to act as observers to watch for interference in the derrick as the Torque
Guide is being lifted up through it. The minimum recommended spotters are:
One person should be stationed ODS on the drill floor.

One person should be stationed DS on the drill floor.
One person should be stationed beside the Torque Guide to watch it as it unfolds.
One person should be in the crown to watch the Torque Guide as it reaches the crown and to
guide the harpoon into the Torque Guide pocket.
One additional person may be required at the monkey board in tight derrick applications.
Personnel not involved in the rig-up should not be on the drill floor during the rig-up.
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Derrick Preparation
1. Remove the hook and install the Block Interface Assembly.
2. Clamp the Torque Reaction Beam to girt #1 on the derrick. Refer to
the Torque Reaction Beam Assembly drawing in Subsection 6A of
this Manual.
The Beam should be positioned so that it is centered in respect to
well center.
All fasteners should be properly torqued according to the Capscrew
Torque Values information in Subsection 4B of this Manual. The
Torque Guide clamp plates and slide plates should not be installed
at this time.
3. Install the Hanger Plates and the Hanger Harpoon Assembly at the
crown. Refer to the Crown Hanger Assembly in Subsection 6A in
Volume 2. Attach one end of each safety sling to the Hanger Plates.
The free ends of the slings will be pinned to the Torque Guide once
it is latched into the Harpoon. Ensure that all safety pins and keeper
bolts are securely in place and check that Harpoon is installed with
the correct orientation. The sloped side of the Harpoon should be
facing the drawworks.
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1. Pin the Lifting/Snubbing Assembly to the Live Roll End on the
Torque Guide/Top Drive (TG/TD) skid. See diagram below.
NOTE: Ensure that the assembly is installed correctly.
2. Load the TG/TD skid onto the rig floor using 2 cranes with a
minimum capacity of 40 000 lb. One crane should be connected
to the Lifting/Snubbing Assembly and the other to the roll end at
the top of the skid.
NOTE: If the cranes do not have 40 000 lb capacity, then
the Top Drive should be removed from the TG/TD
skid so that the skid can be placed onto the floor
first.
The Top Drive weights range from 18 000 to
30 000 lb, depending on the model. Torque Guide
weights are approximately 30 000 lb. Consult the
Specifications in Section 2 of the Manual for exact
weights for this application.
3. Ensure that there are no obstructions, such as V-door handrails,
which will interfere with the TG/TD skid.
4. Attach a winch (or tugger) and snatch block to the top roll end of
the skid and pull the skid as close to the drawworks as possible.
A crane should be lifting slightly on the bottom roll end to help the
skid slide on the rig floor.
5. Re-pin the Top Drive to the TD/TG skid (if applicable) and keep
one crane connected to the Lifting/Snubbing Assembly.
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6. With the Top Driver securely pinned to the skid (See Detail A),
lower the Traveling Block to the lifting yoke on top of the Torque
Guide and then pin the yoke to the Traveling Block Interface.
NOTE: A tugger may be needed to pull the Traveling Block

over to the lifting yoke for pinning.
7. Install the runner frame stop pins into the holes in the angles in
the Top Section (See Detail B).
8. Install the runner frame stop pins into the holes in the angles in
the Top Section (see Detail B).
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9. Begin lifting the Torque Guide with the Traveling Block until the
lifting sling is no longer slack. Remove the runner frame stop
pins.
NOTE: If cranes with a 40 000 lb capacity are not available,
then 2 cranes should be connected to the
Lifting/Snubbing Assembly using a stabilizing
beam. (NOT SHOWN.)
10. Continue lifting the Torque Guide with the Traveling Block until
sections 4 and 5 are completely unfolded as shown below. The
cranes should be supporting the bottom end of the skid as the
Torque Guide is unfolded.
NOTE: A tugger may be used to keep the Torque Guide
sections and the Service Support Frames from
interfering with the derrick.
11. Using the Load Binder ratchets, rotate the Service Support
Frames (upper and lower) until they are as close as possible to
section 3. This will give more clearance between the derrick and
the Torque Guide as it is being erected.
CAUTION: Do not disconnect the Load Binder ratchets to
lay the Service Support Frames toward section
3. The frames will swing out of control during
erection of the Torque Guide if the binders are
left disconnected.
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12. Continue lifting the Torque Guide until sections 2, 3, 4 & 5 are
unfolded with only the skid section remaining on the floor. (See
illustration in the following page.)
NOTE: Use of a tugger may be required to keep the Torque
Guide sections from interfering with the derrick.
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13. Once the Torque Guide is in the position shown below, the
crane operators should be aware that their load will begin to
increase as the skid section begins to leave the floor.
CAUTION: For stability and safety, the Live Roll End of
the skid should be kept as close to the floor as
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14. Once the Torque Guide is in the position shown below, the crane
operators should be aware that their load will begin to increase as
the skid section begins to leave the floor.
CAUTION: For stability and safety, the Live Roll End of the
skid should be kept as close to the floor as
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15. Continue to raise the Torque Guide into the derrick, keeping
the skid roll end close to the floor. At this time, the Hanger
Harpoon will begin to stab into the top of the Torque Guide.
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Harpoon
1. Once the Torque Guide is fully extended and has been raised into the derrick, continue to slowly
hoist until the Harpoon enters the opening at the top of the Torque Guide (Stage 1, below). As
the Harpoon enters the opening, the Harpoon latches will pivot inward allowing the Torque
Guide to pass over top of them (Stage 2). Once past, the latches will pivot outward to their
original position (Stage 3).
CAUTION: Pull no more that 20 000 lb (9000 daN) over the free weight of the assembly.
2. Slowly lower the Traveling Block to set the Torque Guide onto the Harpoon latches
(Stage 4).
3. Pin the free ends of the safety cables to the lugs on the Torque Guide. Refer to the Crown
Hanger Assembly drawing in Subsection 6A of this Manual. While installing the cables, visually
confirm that the Harpoon latches are fully latched.
CAUTION: The latches are supporting the total weight of the Top Drive and Torque
Guide. It is critical that they are fully latched.
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STAGE 2
STAGE 4
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Torque Reaction Beam

1. With the Torque Guide skid resting against the slide plates of the Torque Reaction Beam, place
the Torque Guide clamp plates on top of the bottom flange of the Torque Guide skid and then
bolt them to the slide plates. The skid flange should be sandwiched between the slide plate and
the clamp plate. Refer to the Torque Reaction Beam Assembly drawing in Subsection 6A of this
Manual.
2. Measure the distance between the mast girt flange and the
Torque Reaction Beam. Add or remove shim plates until the
nominal distance indicated on the Torque Reaction beam
Assembly drawing is achieved to within 1/2 inches.
3. Ensure that all fasteners are properly torqued according to
the Capscrew Torque Values information in Subsection 4B
of this Manual.
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Traveling Block
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1. Place a level on the skid section of the Torque

Guide and add/remove shims until Torque Guide
is level.
2. Remove top transport pins.
3. Hoist Top Drive Several inches.
4. Remove bottom transport pins.
guide rails are fully engaged on the Torque Guide
track.
6. Adjust the Top Drive rails so they are all
contacting the Torque Guide angle. A gap
of up to 1/8 is acceptable between rail and
Torque Guide angle. Do not over tighten the
Guide Rails to the Torque Guide as this may
cause premature wear of the rails.
position adjustment bolts, to vs. bottom.
8. Adjust the Top Drive over well center maintaining
level at the Quill. This adjustment is done using
the center position bolts, adjusting top and
bottom together side vs. side.
10. Install lower Links and Elevators. Position Link
Tilt clamps so Elevators do not extend past Top
Drive cage.
11. Slowly hoist the Top Drive over its entire travel
range and verify clearances. Use Caution when
approaching the top of the mast.
13. Install Rotary Hose. Secure safety cables to the
Top Drive Upper Links.
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Rigid Mount Torque Guide (Typical)
Initial Installation .......................................... Drawing Number: M-7-120-01 (0)............. 3-100
Torque Guide Installation ............................ Drawing Number: M-7-120-03 (0)............. 3-101
Top Drive Installation ................................... Drawing Number: M-7-120-02 (0)............. 3-102
Traveling Block ............................................ Drawing Number: M-7-108-11 (0)............. 3-103
Lowering Mast ............................................. Drawing Number: M-7-120-03 (0)............. 3-104

TYPICAL RIGID MOUNT TORQUE GUIDE APPLICATION.
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Canrig Rigid Mount Torque Guide
1. With the mast laid down, position the Torque Guide sections as shown below. Also refer to the
Torque Guide Installation drawing in Subsection 6C of this Manual.
Refer to mast manufacturers literature for connecting the Torque Guide to the mast.
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Torque Guide Installation

1. Prepare the Traveling Block and mast for raising as per manufacturers specifications and
procedures.
2. Raise the mast as per the mast manufacturers specifications and procedures.
3. With the mast in the raised position, the bottom Torque Guide section and first intermediate
Torque Guide section must be pinned together using the hardware provided (also refer to the
Torque Guide Installation drawing in Subsection 6C of this Manual).
4. Remove the Traveling Block from the mast raising interface (equalizer).
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Top Drive Installation

1. Lift the Top Drive to the rig floor using a crane with enough
capacity to lift 28 000 lb.
2. Remove back guide runners (also refer to Torque Guide
Assembly drawing).
3. Using the crane, lift and stab the Top Drive into the rotary table
and set the slips.
4. Replace the back guide runners so that the runners are
installed around the rail of the Torque Guide.
5. Lower the Traveling Block until it can be pinned into the Upper
Links. Refer to the Block Interface Assembly drawing in
Subsection 6A of this Manual.
6. When the Top Drive is secure, the lifting arrangement (crane)
can be disconnected.
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Traveling Block
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Lowering Mast
1. Lower the Top Drive to the drill floor and stab into the rotary table.
2. Remove pins that connect the bottom and first intermediate Torque Guide sections.
3. Detach the Traveling Block from the Top Drive upper connecting links and raise the block clear
of the Top Drive.
4. Attach the Traveling Block to the mast-raising interface (equalizer) as per the mast
manufacturers specifications.
5. Prepare the Traveling Block and mast for lowering as per the mast manufacturers specifications
and procedures.
6. Lower the mast as per the mast manufacturers specifications and procedures.
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SUBSECTION 3B: TOP DRIVE AND TORQUE GUIDE

The drawings in this Subsection are provided to represent

TYPICAL TORQUE GUIDE INSTALLATIONS.

Canrig Top Drive Drilling System

The drawings in this Subsection are provided to represent a

Canrig Fixed Torque Guide

Subsection 3B: Top Drive and Torque Guide Installation

Canrig Fixed Torque Guide

Top Drive Installation (Method 1)

If the Top Drive skid is not directly below the traveling

4. Secure the upper connecting links to the skid (with a chain

5. Assemble the Block Interface. Refer to the Block Interface

Subsection 3B: Top Drive and Torque Guide Installation

Top Drive Installation (Method 1)

Lower the Traveling Block and remove the slings.

Canrig Fixed Torque Guide

Top Drive Installation (Method 2)

Subsection 3B: Top Drive and Torque Guide Installation

Traveling Block Connection

Canrig Fixed Torque Guide

Top Drive Alignment and Final Rig-Up

1. Remove the top transport pins.

Subsection 3B: Top Drive and Torque Guide Installation

Canrig Fixed Torque Guide

The drawings in this Subsection are provided to represent a

Canrig Portable Torque Guide Mast Application

One person should be stationed ODS on the drill floor.

Subsection 3B: Top Drive and Torque Guide Installation

Canrig Portable Torque Guide Mast Application

Subsection 3B: Top Drive and Torque Guide Installation

Canrig Portable Torque Guide Mast Application

Torque Guide Erection

Subsection 3B: Top Drive and Torque Guide Installation

Torque Guide Erection

Canrig Portable Torque Guide Mast Application

Torque Guide Erection

Subsection 3B: Top Drive and Torque Guide Installation

Torque Guide Erection

Canrig Portable Torque Guide Mast Application

Torque Guide Erection

19. Continue lifting, backing up the truck as required.

Subsection 3B: Top Drive and Torque Guide Installation

Torque Guide Erection

Canrig Portable Torque Guide Mast Application

Torque Guide Erection

Subsection 3B: Top Drive and Torque Guide Installation

Canrig Portable Torque Guide Mast Application

Subsection 3B: Top Drive and Torque Guide Installation

Erecting Assembly Removal

Canrig Portable Torque Guide Mast Application

Subsection 3B: Top Drive and Torque Guide Installation

Torque Guide Tensioning

Canrig Portable Torque Guide Mast Application

Service Support Assembly Positioning

Subsection 3B: Top Drive and Torque Guide Installation

Top Drive Alignment and Final Rig-Up

2. Place a level on the skid section of the Torque

Canrig Portable Torque Guide Mast Application

The drawings in this Subsection are provided to represent a

Canrig Portable Torque Guide Mast Application

Preparation for Removal

Subsection 3B: Top Drive and Torque Guide Installation

Top Drive Positioning