1. Daily Maintenance: Ensure Optimal Performance Every Day
Cleaning and Lubrication: A Daily Ritual for Longevity
After each day's operation, diligently clean any mud and oil residues from the surface of the Main shaft. Use high-quality non-woven fabric to meticulously wipe crucial parts like taper joints, thus preventing any chemical corrosion and ensuring seamless performance.
Replenish the lubricating grease—such as premium lithium-based grease—as per the precise guidelines laid out by the manufacturer. Ensure that the oil injection cycle for the main shaft bearings never exceeds 200 hours. The injection amount must be accurately managed to prevent any contamination, keeping the machinery in pristine condition.
Inspection of Fasteners: A Crucial Task
Conduct regular inspections of the pre-tightening force on the main shaft connecting bolts, such as lifting ring screws and coupling bolts. Ensure that the torque strictly adheres to the technical manual standards. For example, the DQ70BS top drive mandates a bolt torque of no less than 1200N · m.
2. Regular Maintenance: Ensuring Longevity and Efficiency
Testing of Bearings and Seals: Vigilance for Sustained Operation
Every 500 hours, disassemble the Main shaft bearing to scrutinize its wear. Utilize a micrometer to measure the radial clearance, and replace it if it surpasses 0.05mm, ensuring continued efficiency and reliability.
Replace seals, such as O-rings, every quarter. Prioritize the use of durable fluororubber materials to combat hydrogen sulfide corrosion, thereby extending the lifespan of your equipment.
Maintenance of the Conical Interface: Precision and Care
Monthly inspections of the Main shaft cone mouth are vital. If the tool holder contact rate dips below 75%, it is essential to grind and repair it to avert excessive jumping caused by the 'horn mouth', safeguarding the machinery's precision.
3. Fault Prevention and Handling: Proactive Measures
Monitoring Vibration and Temperature: A Preemptive Strategy
Install advanced vibration sensors for real-time monitoring of any unusual Main shaft vibrations, maintaining a threshold of ≤ 2.5mm/s. Should the temperature rise exceed 60 ºC, halt operations immediately to diagnose and rectify lubrication or bearing issues, preserving the equipment's integrity.