AL SAHARI OIL SERVICES S.A.O.C.

Well Head Operating Procedure Rev: Dec /2022

Wellhead Operating
Procedures Manual

Document ID: SOSCO-OPS-WHM_M_003

Revision: 03

Date: Dec. 2022

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Authorized to Issue

Document Authorization
Document Author Dated Signature
Abdullah Ismaily;
Dec-2022
Client Service Engineer

Document Custodian Dated Signature

PJ Sarma
Dec-2022
Operations Manager
Document Owner Dated Signature
Moosa Al Subhi
Dec-2022
Chief Operating Officer

Revision History

Version No. Date Author Scope / Remarks

Version 01 Jan 2013 Operation Manager Initial issue OP MANUAL
Version 02 March 2021 Operation Manager Change of both the Logo and the header
Version 03 Dec 2022 Operation Manager Change of both the Logo and the header

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

01 General guidelines on scope of work

02 Specific Guidelines for:

2.1 Procedure for Maintenance of Well Head of Free Flow and Gas Lifted Wells
2.2 Procedure for "OTIS" Well Head Control Panel Maintenance

Procedures:

2.3 Preventive Maintenance of Wellheads

2.4 Preventative Maintenance of OTIS Control Panel
2.5 Maintenance of Wellhead Valves (McEvoy and WKM)
2.6 Maintenance of Wellhead Cameron Gate Valves
2.7 Wood Group Valve Maintenance
2.8 Replacement of Xmas Tree
2.9 Inflow Test of Xmas Tree Valves
2.10 Replacement of Wing Valve or Swab Valve
2.11 Pre-well kill checks
2.12 Grease x-mass tree pre and post acid stimulation
2.13 Preparation of Wellhead for Tubing or Casing integrity test
2.14 Repair hydraulic wire cutting actuators
2.15 Replace internal component of Control Panel
2.16 Replace control panel
2.17 Pre-commissioning checks on Control panel
2.18 Procedure for acid soaking to clean Tubing hanger BPV thread profile
2.19 Installation/ Removal of Back Pressure Valves
2.20 Procedure for Sand removal from Well Cellar with Sand Sucker
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1 General guidelines on scope of work

Site visit should be conducted prior of applying the PTW (PR-1172) and prior to undertaking any activity. TOC
(transfer of custodianship) may be used for all Well Services activities for the wells which are not hocked to the
process facility. PTW and TOC needs to be submitted to area authority 24 hrs in advance of planned
commencement of the activity.

Inform the Company station operator of the nature of the job to be done and its expected duration and obtain
the operator’s signature on the work permit to release the well to well services.

On arrival at the well site, perform a gas test before entering the location with the maintenance truck. Gas tests
should be done before entering and continuously during the execution of any work in cellars. Always wear H 2S
monitors and have escape breathing sets with you when working on wellheads at all times on H2S wells.

Check cellar condition. Report on the existence and condition of cellar gratings. Inform supervisor or foreman
if cellar is untidy and requires sand or oil cleanout. Check and condition and fixtures of working platforms if the
working height is more than 1.5m.
Check wellhead condition, and if dirty, clean and check Wellhead for any leak.
Inspect all flange studs and nuts for existence and proper make-up. The thread in nuts should be fully engaged
with studs. The flange should be de-pressurized before any necessary remedial work is carried out.

2 Specific Guidelines for

2.1 Procedure for Maintenance of Well Head of Free Flow and Gas Lifted Wells.

• Perform gas test prior to start working on wellheads and Oxygen test before interring cellars.
• Grease and stroke all wellhead, X-mass, and location valves.
• Replace defective needle valves, bull plugs and grease fittings
• Leak test X-mas tree for 10 minutes against wellhead pressure and report excess leak rate if any
• Maintain and test Emergency Shut Down System of wellhead or skid on well site if applicable
• Fill in the wellhead maintenance checklist. See attachment
Maximum leak rates tolerated during leak tests of X-mas tree valves as per Well failure Model SP-2017

a. Tubing or valves smaller than 2 7/8 ", maximum leak rate 280 kpa/min. In 10 minutes 2800Kpa
b. Tubing or valves smaller than 3 1/2 ", maximum leak rate 240 kpa/min. In 10 minutes 2400Kpa
Tubing or valves smaller than 4 1/2 ", maximum leak rate 210 kpa/min. In 10 minutes 2100Kpa
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2.2 Procedure for "OTIS" Well Head Control Panel Maintenance

 Check reservoir fluid

 Change fluid at required intervals
 Clean fluid filter
 Clean pneumatic filter
 Fill pneumatic lubricators
 Lubricate pneumatic pumps
 Verify proper relief valve setting
 Verify proper pressure regulator setting
 Verify proper pilot valve (sensors) pressure setting
 Verify proper sequence pilot control setting
 Verify proper safety system panel control operation
 Verify proper electrical wiring and connections
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2.3 SOSCO_WHM_PR_001

Preventive Maintenance of Wellheads

Wellhead Maintenance:

1. Close the swab valve and bleed off any pressure above the valve and remove X-mas tree cap. Inspect the
'O' ring seal and replace if necessary.
2. If X-mass tree cap is fitted with a 1/2" blanking plug close in the master valve and depressurize X-mas tree
above the master valve before removing the cap. Replace the 1/2" blanking plug with a 1/2" needle V/V.
3. Ensure any open valve flanges are completed with a companion flange, 1/2" needle V/V.
4. Any 1/2" plugs on valve flange blanks or on bull plugs should be removed and replaced by a 1/2" needle
valve by firstly depressurizing upstream of the plug. DO NOT attempt to remove 1/2" plugs from bull plugs
if no valve is installed upstream of plug (i.e. B/C Annulus).
5. Check and replace any leaking valve grease nipples or fittings by ensuring that the valve body is
depressurized.
6. Replace damaged/missing bull plugs and needle valves.
7. Carry out routine valve maintenance on all gate valves by the injection of grease to the valve body cavity,
the greasing of stem bearings and the injection of sealing compound as specified in Work procedure WHM-
3, WHM-4, and WHM-5, depending on valve type.
8. Check all gate valves for smooth operation. Any valves that remain difficult to operate after re-greasing
and exercising off the valve, should be reported to wellhead maintenance foreman or supervisor for further
corrective action.
9. Check gate valves for stem leaks. Any stem leak should be rectified by re-energizing the seal rings or
replacing the stem packing as specified in Work Procedures WH-03 and WH-04, depending on valve type.
10. Using the closed in THP: Inflow test all wellhead valves.
11. Energies P seals on wellhead.
12. Complete the wellhead maintenance report and return to wellhead maintenance foreman with details of
unattended defects or deviations from W/H standards.

2.4 SOSCO_WHM_PR_002

Preventative Maintenance of OTIS Control Panel

1. Otis Control Panels will be maintained every three months in North Oman.
2. Check hydraulic fluid level (DO NOT fill hydraulic reservoir while the safety valves are open as the oil
reservoir will overflow or the tank will rupture at a later date when the valves are closed.
3. Check the reservoir tank is fitted with a pressure relief valve.
4. Check for hydraulic and pneumatic leaks in the panel.
5. Re-tighten all connection but DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN as this will also cause leaks.
6. Clean and replace hydraulic filter strainers.
7. Replace H2S filter cartridges.
8. Remove the spool from the top of each Haskel pump and coat the O-rings with Haskel Grease.
9. Test the pump function (close control line isolation valves on panel and cycle pump, keeping the return
valve to the tank open).
10. Test Dial Pilot function, tripping panel on Hi/Lo pressures. (Bleed off sensing line pressure to check Lo
pressure trip and increase pressure by applying Nitrogen pressure from the bottle to test Hi pressure trip).
11. Revert panel back to normal operation after completion of all checks.
12. Fill in the maintenance checklist.
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2.5 SOSCO_WHM_PR_003

Maintenance of Wellhead Valves (McEvoy and WKM)

McEvoy Valves:
1. To maintain a perfect seal with Newman-McEvoy valves, regular replenishment of sealing compound is
essential. Recharging recommended every 40/50 operations on both upstream and downstream sides.
For practical purposes it has been decided to recharge the valves every three months. (Sealing compound
is a special mixture of materials having the required viscosity and texture. It is only soluble in alcohol).
2. Injecting of Sealing Compound should be carried out with the valve in the fully opened or fully closed
position, preferably in the closed position.
3. McEvoy valves have 3 fittings:- 1 for grease and 2 for sealing compound. The sealing compound nipples
are located near the seats whilst the grease nipple is situated in between these two (solid blocks) or below
them (single valves).
4. Connect a clean sealing compound gun fitting to the nipple and inject sealing compound until the injecting
pressure reaches the working pressure of the valves (34,400 kPa or 69,000 kPa) which indicates that the
sealing compound reservoir is full. Repeat the procedure for the other seat.
NOTE: When a valve leaks it is usually the downstream seat that needs to be refilled with sealing compound.
Filling body cavity with grease: in order to prevent the body cavity filling with sand or hydrates, it is of vital
importance that the body cavity is kept filled with Alvania grease. Grease the stem bearing with Retinax or
equivalent grease. The injection pressure will be slightly higher than the THP or flowline pressure. Inject
100 strokes of Alvania grease.

WKM Expanding Gate Valves:

1. WKM gate valves have seats with TFE (Tetrafluorethylene resin) inserts which give an initial TFE to metal
seal against the gate, a metal seal is obtained, which does not require injection of sealing compound.
2. Stem Packing: the non-replaceable stem packing rings are energized by injection stem packing. If leakage
along the stem occurs, then the packing rings can be re-energized by screwing one or more sticks of WKM's
plastic packing 107 into the packing fitting.
3. Body Lubrication: body lubrication is carried out by installing a pressure releasing tool on one lubricating
fitting, and a high pressure grease gun on the other. Then, with the valve in the fully open or closed position,
the old grease or deposits can be flushed away with new Alvania grease by injecting Alvania into one fitting
and bleeding through the pressure releasing tool from the other, until clean Alvania is pumped out of the
pressure releasing tool.
4. Greasing of Stem Bearing: The valve stem thrust bearings need to be lubricated with a few strokes of
Retinax grease from a handgun. Do not over-grease.
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2.6 SOSCO_WHM_PR_004

Maintenance of Wellhead Cameron Gate Valves

Routine Lubrication:
1. Grease with Molibdinum Disulphide or Alvania-3 for the front gland packing nipple (5 shots).
2. Remove cap from grease fitting in bonnet flange and inject lubricant PS-1-1603 simultaneously exercising
valve.
3. Inject grease to a pressure not exceeding the working pressure of the valve (Do not inject grease with the
valve either fully closed or fully open i.e. inject grease with valve partially open).

Bearing Inspection:
4. Remove bonnet cap (with valve open or shut).
5. Pull off front race and needle bearing.
6. Inspect for corrosion or damage to race.
7. Inspect for freedom of movement of needle rollers. If front bearing is satisfactory refit and replace the
BONNET CAP.
8. If the front race and needle bearing is defective and inner race and bearing is suspect the following
procedure should be followed:- Remove pin and stem adapter and replace back bearing.

To Change Stem Packing Under Pressure:

9. With gate fully closed, back off the bearing cap 4 turns and bump gate closed again. The stem is now back
seated.
10. Remove cap from extreme pressure, grease fitting and unseat the check valve with a stinger tool.
11. If after a reasonable length of time pressure is still evident, do not continue but inform the Wellhead
Maintenance Foreman.
12. Remove hand wheel, bearing cap, stem to adapter pin, bearings, adapter and packing gland. (Do not stand
in front of valve).
13. Inject grease through injection point until stem packing comes out. (alternately packing puller may be used)
14. Clear out grease from housing completely and replace a new J-packing half way inside the housing.

To Refit Assembly:
15. With new J-packing inserted, screw in the gland packing and nip tight.
16. Fit inner race and bearing.
17. Fit stem adapter and drive in location pin.
18. Fit outer race and bearing.
19. Inspect and fit new O-ring if required.
20. Fit bonnet cap and nip tight.
21. Back off valve slightly to un-back seat and nip tight bonnet cap again.
22. Re-grease at all grease points.
23. Refit injection grease cap.
24. Check that the number of turns to fully open the valve is as specified for that type of valve.

Complete Overhaul of the Valve:

25. With gate in open position, bleed the line pressure and remove bonnet nuts. Turn handwheel clockwise
(close), and bonnet lifts off of studs.
26. Rotate bonnet slightly until bolt holes and studs are out of line, and turn handwheel counter-clockwise to
pull gate assembly out of the body. If assembly is still tight in the body, simply repeat this jacking operation
with spacers between studs and bonnet.
27. Flush body cavity, grease thoroughly, and slide in a new assembly all the way to the bottom of the body,
being careful not to pinch the seat-to-body seals. Fill with grease, thread in the stem and replace the
bonnet.
NOTE: Please refer to Cameron manual in Wellhead Maintenance Office for trouble shooting information and
grease types and quantities.
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2.7 SOSCO_WHM_PR_005
Revision: 03
Wood Group Valve Maintenance Revision Date: Dec 2022

Recommended Preventive Maintenance frequency for Wood Group valve is 6 Monthly or 160 cycles of valve
operation. Valve body lubrication can be done with valve in service under pressure.

Procedure for Valve body lubrication

1. Connect the H.P. grease injection gun to the valve body grease fitting after having removed the cap on
the grease fitting.
2. Ensure the valve is partially open while injecting grease. Grease will not enter valve body if the valve
is in fully open position. For even distribution of grease it is recommended that the valve be stroked
while injecting grease. Inject recommended quantity of grease (Ref Grease Chart) ensuring that the
pressure do not exceed the valve max. Working Pressure while injecting grease.
3. On completion of greasing remove the grease injection adaptor/Gun and replace the grease fitting cap.

Recommended Lubricant: WG part No. 301560, 301558, 301557 or 30556 depending on service condition or
client recommended grease. For details refer PDO Doc “price agreement 09/229/99 PA.” for low pressure
valves.

Stem bearing lubrication

Stem bearing lubrication is to be carried out along with valve body lubrication or at increased frequency if service
condition demands so. Bearing lubrication can be done while the vale is in service under pressure.

Procedure

1. Attach the grease injection line with greasing adaptor or an Automotive type hand held grease gun
to the Alemite fitting on the valve stem.

2. Inject 10 to 15 shots of lubricant.

3. Remove the grease fitting.

Recommended grease Alvania R3

Minor Repairs

Minor repairs such as replacement of grease fitting and stem bearing on WG model 2200 may be carried out
while the valve is in service under pressure by back-seating the valve and depressurizing using a stinger tool.

Back-seating procedure:

Close the valve fully. Back off the bearing cap three turns using a pipe wrench. If the valve is under pressure
the internal pressure should automatically backseat the valve. If not, grab the hand wheel and pull outward on
the stem. This would be approximately 1/8” of movement. Install Stinger tool on grease fitting and bleed off
trapped pressure. Do not attempt to carry out any repair on valve if the back seating do not seal. (indicated by
continued bleed off)

Caution: Trapped pressure may be hazardous depending upon the actual service the
valve has seen.
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Procedure

On 2,000 psi. through 10,000 psi. valves, the body grease fitting is ½” line pipe.

Testing the fitting:

1. Loosen the safety cap. If pressure escapes through the weep-holes, retighten the safety cap.

Replacing the damaged fitting:

1. Fully close the valve making sure the gate is in the proper position.
2. Backseat the valve and bleed off all trapped pressure.

Note: Take all necessary precautions appropriate for specific valves and service conditions.

1. Using the adjustable wrench, remove the damaged fitting by backing off counterclockwise.
4. Install a new fitting making sure safety cap is tight.
5. Disengage the backseat by fully tightening the bearing cap.
6. Test the fitting to verify it is functioning properly.

Tools and Equipment required

The following tools are required to properly replace the body grease fitting:
* 12” adjustable wrench * Bleeder Tool (FMC Stinger tool)

Stem Bearing Replacement

It is time to replace the bearings when a grinding is felt during the operation of the stem. If the valve is back
seated, this procedure can be performed under pressure.

Caution: Take all appropriate safety precautions if such procedures are being performed while the valve is in
service and under pressure.

Procedure

Two bearings are found in each model 2200 Gate Valve. Each bearing consists of a thrust bearing with a
bearing race on either
1. Fully close and backseat the valve.
2. Bleed off all trapped pressure using a stinger tool.

Note: It is not necessary to backseat the valve to remove the steam bearings although it is recommended.

3. Remove hand-wheel klik pin and remove hand-wheel.

4. Using a pipe wrench, remove the bearing cap by rotating the cap counterclockwise until it comes free of the
bonnet. Lift the bearing cap off of the stem adaptor.
1. Using the hammer and drift punch, carefully drive the drive pin out of the stem adapter with a straight lift.
6. Remove the upper and lower stem bearings and races from the stem adapter.
7. Discard damaged bearings and races.
8. Grease new bearings thoroughly and install them on the stem nut as indicated.
9 Thoroughly clean the end of the stem, inside of the bearing cap, and top of the packing retainer, removing
all old contaminated grease and debris.
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Tools and Equipment Required:

The following tools are required to properly replace the bearings.

* 12” adjustable wrench * Pipe wrench
* Automotive grease gun * Hammer
* Bleeder tool * Drift punch

10 Carefully slide the stem adaptor with bearings over the stem and install the drive pin. Ensure the ends of
the drive pin are below the O.D. of the adapter.
11 Lightly grease the inside of the bearing cap and then thread it onto the bonnet with the right hand rotation.
Ensure cap is made up to its original position.
Reinstall hand wheel.
12 Attach grease gun to Alemite fittings and inject bearings with grease to ensure sufficient lubrication.

2.8 SOSCO_WHM_PR_008
Revision: 03
Replacement of Xmas Tree Revision Date: Dec 2022

NOTE: Three "barriers to flow" must be in position before a Xmas tree can be removed. These are generally:-
a) A downhole plug
b) A column of kill fluid
c) A back pressure valve (BPV)
Confirm that barriers (a) and (b) are in position before proceeding.

1. Close the flow line (location) valve and open the master valve(s) and wing valve. Check that the wellhead
pressure is zero. If necessary, bleed off any pressure and monitor for build up before proceeding.
2. Rig up the BPV lubricator and install the BPV in the tubing hanger profile according to Work Procedure WH-
09. Rig down the BPV lubricator.
3. Break the flange on the downstream side of the wing valve and restrain the flow line to prevent it fouling
the tree during removal.
4. Position the crane, fit slings to the Xmas tree and take up the slack in the lifting cable.
5. Break the flange at the base of the Xmas tree and remove the tree from the wellhead. Stand well clear of
the Xmas tree while it is being lifted off the wellhead.
6. Fit a new ring gasket in the groove on the top of the tubing spool then pick up the replacement Xmas tree
and lower it into position. Make up the flange at the base of the Xmas tree.
7. Close the wing valve and kill valve and open the master valve(s).
8. Rig up the BPV lubricator and retrieve the BPV. Install a two-way check valve in the tubing hanger profile
and rig down the BPV lubricator.
9. Fill the Xmas tree with water and connect the air-operated pump to the swab cap needle valve. Pressure
test the bottom flange connection and Xmas tree assembly to rated working pressure for 30 minutes.
Record the test on a chart recorder.
10. Disconnect the pressure testing equipment and make up the flowline flange.
11. Rig up the BPV lubricator and retrieve the two way check valve. Rig down the BPV lubricator and re-install
the swab cap. Leave the Xmas tree with the master valve(s) open and the swab, kill and wing valves
closed. Advise the Company production operator of the status of the Xmas tree.

Note : In case of solid block x’mas tree, the P-seals of x’mastree bottom flange needs to be de-energized before
lifting the tree off the wellhead. The same seals needs to be energized and pressure tested to 30 minutes on
the replaced x’mastree. Haskel pump or a hand pump may be used for testing.
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2.9 SOSCO_WHM_PR_009
Revision: 03
Inflow Test of Xmas Tree Valves Revision Date: Dec 2022

NOTE Lower master valves and kill valves are not fitted to all trees.

1. Close wing valve, swab valve and kill valve.

2. Record wellhead closed-in pressure (WHCIP).
3. Close flowline (location) valve and bleed down pressure between wing valve and flowline valve. Monitor
and record any subsequent pressure build-up downstream of the wing valve.
4. Bleed off pressure above swab valve and monitor and record any pressure build-up in the Xmas tree cap.
5. Bleed off pressure downstream of the kill valve and monitor and record any subsequent pressure build-up.
6. Close the upper master valve and open the swab valve. Bleed off any pressure above the upper master
valve and then monitor and record any subsequent pressure build-up.
7. Close the lower master valve and open the upper master valve. Bleed off any pressure above the lower
master valve and then monitor and record any subsequent pressure build-up.
8. Close the swab valve, open the lower master valve and open the wing valve to return the tree to its normal
operating configuration.

2.10 SOSCO_WHM_PR_010
Revision: 02
Replacement of Wing Valve or Swab Valve Revision Date: March 2021

(Revision 001 supercedes the previous version)

NOTE: Two "barriers to flow" must be in position before a wing or kill valve can be removed. These are
generally:-
a) A back pressure valve (BPV)
b) A closed and tested master valve.

1. Close the flowline (location) valve and the master valve(s). Open the wing valve and swab valve. Bleed
off the pressure above the master valve and monitor for any leak across the master valve before
proceeding.

2. Rig up the BPV lubricator and install the BPV in the tubing hanger profile according to well services
procedure. Bleed off the pressure above the BPV then close the master valve(s).

3. If the wing valve is to be replaced, break the flange on the downstream side of the valve and restrain the
flowline to prevent it fouling the valve during removal. If the kill valve is to be replaced, remove its
companion flange with plug and needle valve after first opening the needle valve to release any trapped
pressure. If swab valve is to be replaced, first break flange and remove tree cap.

4. Position the HIAB, fit slings to the valve to be removed and take up the slack in the lifting cable.

5. Break the upstream flange of the valve and remove the valve from the Xmas tree.

6. Pick up the replacement valve and install it on the Xmas tree after first inserting a new ring gasket in the
flange groove. Make up the flange on the upstream side of the valve. If the valve replaced is swab, reinstall
the tree cap and make up the flange making sure a new ring gasket and teflon insert are placed.

7. Close the wing and kill valves.

8. Rig up Lubricator, open Master valve, pull BPV and install 2-way check valve.
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9. Bleed off pressure above 2-way check valve and fill the Xmas tree with water. Connect the air-operated
pump to the swab cap needle valve. Pressure test the newly made-up flange connection to max. WP
(working pressure) for 30 minutes. Record the test on a chart recorder.

10. Disconnect the pressure testing equipment and make up the flowline flange (in the case of a wing valve
replacement), or install the companion flange assembly (in the case of a kill valve replacement).

11. Rig up the BPV lubricator, open the master valve(s) and retrieve the 2-way check valve. Rig down the BPV
lubricator and re-install the swab cap. Leave the Xmas tree with the master valve(s) open and the swab,
kill and wing valves closed. Advise the Company production operator of the status of the Xmas tree.

2.11 SOSCO_WHM_PR_011
Revision: 03
Pre-well kill checks Revision Date: Dec 2022

1. Check tubing and annulus pressure.

2. Grease, stroke and inflow test all wellhead valves (for greasing refer to WHM-03, 04, & 05).
3. Remove x-mass tree cap, clean and grease threads and reinstall; replace o- ring if necessary.
4. Replace defective body fittings, needle valves and bull plugs as per procedure.
5. Repack and test tubing hanger seals to the rated pressure of THH and report result.
6. Install x-over flanges as required by PDO wellservices.
7. Report any outstanding defect, deviation from wellhead standards, condition of cellar grating and cellar
status.
8. Fill in the checklist.

2.12 SOSCO_WHM_PR_012
Revision: 03
Grease x-mass tree pre and post acid stimulation Revision Date: Dec 2022

X-mass tree valves are greased prior to and after acid stimulation to prevent corrosive acid affecting the
internals of the valves.
Grease and stroke valves on x-mass tree only, until valve cavity is full of grease (refer grease chart for quantity
& WHM-03, 04, & 05 for procedure)

2.13 SOSCO_WHM_PR_013
Revision: 03
Preparation of Wellhead for Tubing or Casing integrity test Revision Date: Dec 2022

1. Check access to location and condition of cellar pit. If cellar needs to be cleared of sand/oil or water
inform Supervisor.

2. Grease, inflow test and function test all wellhead valves. Any valve found seized or passing above
accepted leak rate (Refer Maximum leaking criteria acceptance) must be reported to Supervisor.

3. Test tubing hanger and Casing hanger seals and if necessary repack and retest.

4. Installing Cross-over :

• Close in the appropriate casing valve where the cross-over is to be installed. Bleed off the
pressure downstream of the valve through the needle valve. Break and remove the
companion flange.

• Clean the ring groove and install the cross-over (use new RX/BX ring).
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5. Complete the Wellhead Preparation check list and fax to Supervisor.

6. On completion of integrity test, remove the x-over and reinstall companion flange, bull plug and needle
valve.

Note:
• Do not attempt to remove the companion flange if valve do not seal. Valve found leaking should
be serviced or replaced before attempting to install x-over.

• All requirements related to PTW procedure and access to location must be met prior to
commencing any work on location.

2.14 SOSCO_WHM_PR_014
Revision: 03
Repair hydraulic wire cutting actuators Revision Date: Dec 2022

Hydraulic end of the wire cutting actuators fitted to upper master valve may be repaired while under pressure.
1. Close in the lower master and wing valve and bleed off pressure through the swab valve.
2. Trip the actuator from the control panel.
3. Ensure the actuator is fully tripped and then disconnect the control line keeping clear of the cylinder fitting.
4. Disassemble the actuator for inspection and accessing the defective parts.
5. Clean thoroughly and replace the defective part/seals.
6. Assemble the actuator.
7. Function test the actuator.

Note : Extreme care should be taken while working on actuators as springs are energized with control line
pressure applied. Only trained personnel may be allowed to work on actuators. For disassembly refer to
manufacturer’s procedure.

2.15 SOSCO_WHM_PR_015
Revision: 03
Replace internal component of Control Panel Revision Date: Dec 2022

Defective component of panel internal may be replaced with out shutting in the well to avoid deferment.
1. Check and ensure that the control line pressure is set normal.
2. Close control line and input gas/N2 supply isolation valves on panel exterior.
3. Trip the panel by pushing on the “pull & pin” shut down valve (PR-1).
4. Open the “bock” & “drain” valves of hydraulic system. This would ensure that the hydraulic pressure is fully
drained and gas input supply is fully consumed by the pumps thus depressurizing the gas supply system.
5. If dial pilot is to be replaced, close flow pressure sensing line isolation valve on panel exterior and
depressurize line to dial pilot.
6. Remove the defective component after disconnecting the mounting bolts and input /output and pilot supply
lines.
7. Install the new replacement component.
8. Charge the panel.
9. Leak test the newly tightened connections and function test panel.
10. Charge panel, ensure all system pressures are normal and line up by opening all valves previously isolated.

Note: To prevent injury only trained personnel may be allowed to work on control panels. Before isolating the
control line ensure the system is free of any leak on surface or downhole, else the well may trip.
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2.16 SOSCO_WHM_PR_016
Revision: 03
Replace control panel Revision Date: Dec 2022

Control panel may be replaced without closing in the well to avoid deferment.
1. Check and ensure that the control line pressure is set normal.
2. Close control line and input gas/N2 supply isolation valves on panel exterior.
3. Trip the panel by pushing on the “pull & pin” shut down valve (PR-1).
4. Isolate fusible plug signal, flowline pressure sensing line to internal pilot, external pilot output signal (and
any other signal output lines if connected) by closing valves on the panel external and bleed off trapped
pressure in the system within the panel.
5. Open the “bock” & “drain” valves of hydraulic system. This would ensure that the hydraulic pressure is fully
drained and gas input supply is fully consumed by the pumps thus depressurizing the gas supply system.
6. Disconnect all output/input lines to and from control panel upstream of isolation valves by breaking the
swage lock connections (this should be done after having made sure that upstream side/towards panel of
isolation valves are fully depressurized and that the valves do not leak)
7. Remove panel foundation bolts if provided.
8. Remove Panel from the pad lifting off with a hiab or crane (check and ensure that the shade/roof above
panel do not obstruct lifting)
9. Locate the replacement panel on the pad.
10. Connect up all lines previously disconnected.
11. Open all isolation valves except the control line isolation valves.
12. Charge and function test panel.
13. Open the control line isolation valves after having ensured that the panel is set normal and calibrated
correctly as per design parameters (for specifics refer to MRP & ERDs)

2.17 SOSCO_WHM_PR_017
Revision: 03
Pre-commissioning checks on Control panel Revision Date: Dec 2022

1. Ensure that the control panel is hooked as per Engineering design drawing.
2. Fill the panel reservoir with hydraulic oil (Tellus-37) to the recommended level.
3. Disconnect control lines at the wellhead (ensure the isolation valve of SCSSV on the wellhead is closed)
and purge the lines with N2 to ensure the lines are clear and clean. For this purpose connect N2 bottles to
the control line at the panel end.
4. Using the Haskel pumps on the panel flush through the control lines with hydraulic oil until oil appears on
the disconnected end of control lines at the wellhead.
5. Hydro-test the control lines to 1.5 times the max working pressure for 30 minutes.
6. Purge all other signal input/output lines of panel with N2 and test to 1.5 times of working pressure.
7. Check and ensure that the external pilot/pilots are correctly calibrated.
8. Calibrate R/Vs of panel hydraulic system.
9. Calibrate dial pilot.
10. Close the control line isolation valve on panel exterior and charge panel.
11. Calibrate ‘on delay’, ‘off delay’ and ‘equalizing delay’ where applicable.
12. On completion of checks and calibration, function test the control panel.
13. Using a test pump check the Hi/Lo tripping functions (connect pump to pilot sensor line).
14. Check tripping of panel on fire protection (simulate by bleeding off signal to fusible plug)
15. Check panel tripping on Hi/Hi or Lo/Lo pressure if provided (by bleeding off signal to external pilot)
16. On satisfactory completion of checks, function test the panel and ensure that the safety valves trips and
opens up as per design logic. The panel may now be handed over to surface operations. Before leaving
the location ensure that all valves are in operating position and 3-way pilot valves are in ‘pilot’.
Note: On wells with TRSCSSV if the valve trips with differential pressure pump truck is required to equalize and
open up. The above procedure is only generic. For specifics refer to ERDS, Wellservices procedures and
MRPs.
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2.18 SOSCO_WHM_PR_018
Revision: 03
Procedure for acid soaking to clean Tubing hanger BPV thread Revision Date: Dec 2022
profile

1. Safety Precautions while attempting acid soak.

a. Ensure a wellhead platform or scaffold is available placed in position for acid handling if the x-mass
tree height is above 1.5 meters.

b. Ensure appropriate PPE are worn by the personnel handling acid (Neoprene gloves, Rubber apron,
plastic gobbles, acid vapor mask, Helmet and Safety Boots)

c. Emergency eye wash station or running water facility available on location.

d. Acid (28% Hcl) in plastic container to be transported in wooden box with appropriate warning sign
posted on the box and plastic contained identified as containing acid.

e. Always position yourself upwind while handling acid.

f. Ensure the acid is pumped using a HD plastic hand pump and hose and the end of the hose is
secured to wellhead to prevent hose falling off and spilling acid.

g. Ensure extreme care while handling acid as it can cause severe burning in contact with skin.

h. Ensure SHOC card is available and displayed.

2. Procedure for filling acid in x-mass tree

a. Close the master and wing valve. Open the swab valve and bleed off pressure above master
through the tree cap needle valve.

b. Ensure both the master and wing valves are holding pressure.

c. Remove the tree cap.

d. Pump acid in to the tree cavity approximately 2 liters of acid using the hand pump. (Do not attempt
to pump acid if master or wing is passing as it can cause acid to spray up)

e. Close the swab and replace the tree cap.

f. Open the master very slowly to equalize and allow for soaking for 30 minutes. If necessary repeat
steps 2 to 6 once more.
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2.19 SOSCO_WHM_PR_019
Revision: 03
INSTALATION / REMOVAL OF BACK PRESSURE VALVES Revision Date: Dec 2022

Step Description Safety controls Ref Doc

1. Job Planning and Programming procedure

2. Prior to job requirements

3. Perform gas test - replace batteries / tester if it is

not working
- leave location if wellhead is
leaking
- inform wellhead maintenance

4. Set out safety signs and cones at entrance - identify Assembly point
location
5. Spot wireline unit

6. Toolbox safety meeting

7. Extend outriggers - all personnel are in plane sight

of wireline operator
8. Mobilize crane - WL operator to visually check
that hook is not in travelling
position
9. Pick up equipment with crane and layout - tag line on equipment and
smooth operation of the crane
10. Pulling of Back Pressure valve / Two Way
Check Valve
10.1 Check master valve on tree is closed - use work platform
- ensure proper climbing
procedure is used
10.2 Bleed off pressure above master valve - ensure that pressure is bled off
to 0
10.3 Close wing valve
10.4 Disconnect wellhead cap - remove burrs before starting and
wear proper PPE
10.5 Connect wellhead adaptor
10.6 Check that three threads are visible on the
packing gland on BPV lubricator
10.7 Lift BPV lubricator with attached running tool - use tag line to prevent load from
with crane swinging
10.8 Position BPV over the wellhead - use tag line and predetermined
signals
10.9 Connect lubricator to wellhead connector - hold quick union nut up from pin
until pin is seated into the box
10.10 Pressure gauge of applicable range has to - this will enable monitoring of
be connected on upper needle valve proper equalization of pressure
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10.11 Open needle valve “ A “ below lower packing - this will ensure control of
gland and close needle valve “ B “ above pressure and right equalization
upper packing gland.
10.12 Open master valve slowly to pressure up - check for leaks and repair if
BPV lubricator necessary
10.13 Check all valves in line with hanger are fully - continue wih running down when
opened pressure in the tubing and BPV
lubricator are equalized
10.14 Use Parmeele wrench to push polished rod - ensure wrenches are tight
down into the hanger against polished rod
10.15 When BPV / TWCV land on hanger, pull - reverse out of BPV, pull polished
down on Parmeele wrench and rotate rod to rod up – tighten connections and
the left ( counter clockwise ) repeat process
10.16 Observe pressure on manifold gauge until it
is stabilized
10.17 Continue the rotation until the BPV / TWCV
threads make up firmly in the tubing hanger
10.18 Pull up on the rod and turn counter clockwise
to disengage the drive pin from the BPV /
TWCV
10.19 Close the bottom needle valve “ A “
10.20 Carefully open upper needle valve “ B “ - do it slowly as the rod can move
up too fast possibly causing injury
to the operator and damage to
back pressure valve
- control the moving of BPV /
TWCV by Parmeele wrench
10.21 When mark on the rod will show that it is in - this will enable to check that
the uppermost position, and with the lower BPV is properly set
needle valve “ A “ still open, open upper
equalizing valve to bleed off to 0
10.22 Close master valve, remove lubricator and X
– over adaptors
10.23 Replace X – mass tree cap
10.24 Open wing valve

11. Pulling of Back Pressure valve / Two Way

Check Valve
11.1 Check master valve on tree is closed - use work platform
- ensure proper climbing
procedure is used
11.2 Bleed off pressure above master valve - ensure that pressure is bled off
to 0
11.3 Close wing valve
11.4 Disconnect wellhead cap - remove burrs before starting and
wear proper PPE
11.5 Connect wellhead adaptor
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11.6 Check that three threads are visable on the

packing gland on BPV lubricator
11.7 Lift BPV lubricator with attached pulling tool - use tag line to prevent load from
with crane swinging
11.8 Position BPV over the wellhead - use tag line and predetermined
signals
11.9 Connect lubricator to wellhead connector - hold quick union nut up from pin
until pin is seated into the box
11.10 Pressure gauge of applicable range has to be - this will enable monitoring of
connected on upper needle valve proper equalization of pressure
11.11 Open needle valve “ A “ below lower packing - this will ensure control of
gland and close needle valve “ B “ above pressure and right equalization
upper packing gland.
11.12 Open master valve slowly to pressure up - check for leaks and repair if
BPV lubricator necessary
11.13 Check all valves in line with hanger are fully
opened
11.14 Use Parmeele wrench to push polished rod - ensure wrenches are tight
down into the hanger against polished rod
11.15 When pulling tool land on hanger, pull down
on Parmeele wrench and rotate rod to the
right ( clockwise )
11.16 Observe pressure on manifold gauge until it - indication that pulling tool is
is fully stabilized properly engaged is that pressure
gauge on the BPV lubricator is
showing increasing of pressure
11.17 Continue to rotate the rod until BP{V / TWCV
is completely disengaged from hanger thread
and jump is felt on rod
11.18 Close the bottom needle valve “ A “
11.19 Carefully open upper needle valve - do it slowly as the rod can move
up too fast possibly causing injury
“B“
to the operator and damage to
back pressure valve
- control the moving of rod by
Parmeele wrench
11.20 Close master valve
When mark on the rod will show that it is in - this will enable to safely
the uppermost position, and with the lower disconnect BPV lubricator
needle valve “ A “ still open, open upper
bleeding valve to bleed off to 0
11.21 Remove BPV lubricator and X – over
adaptors
11.22 Replace X – mass tree cap
11.23 Open wing valve
12.
Sign off the custodianship and handover the
well to Production.
13. Travel to base
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14. Service report with the tools belonged to PDO

to be delivered to OTW43 on the next day after
the completion of BPV installation / removal.

2.20 SOSCO_WHM_PR_020
Revision: 03
PROCEDURE FOR SAND REMOVAL FROM WELL CELLAR Revision Date: Dec 2022
WITH SAND SUCKER

• Complete the permit to work procedure (B Class permit + confined space entry certificate)
• On arrival at Well Head, perform gas test before entering the location.
• Carry out gas test in cellar pit for hydrocarbons,H2S & Oxygen
• Conduct TRIC meeting before starting the job
• Park the sand sucker 7.5 meters (minimum) away from the edge of cellar pit
• Always wear H2S monitor and keep the escape set near by ready to use.
• Inspect the cellars for snakes and insects
• Before starting the unit, ground the unit by using earth cable
• Operator should make sure the following are closed before starting the unit.
(Access panel to safety filters, Inspection hatches to safety filters, Manhole cover on container, Manhole
cover above filter)
• Make sure the emptying hatch (tail gate) is closed and the locking pins are engaged.
• Make sure that the relief valve on top of the container is in open position
• Ensure that the container is in horizontal position.
• Start the engine and engage the vacuum pump
• Close the relief valve
• Remove the blanking cover and connect the suction hose combination.
• Wait for a short while until the vacuum is formed in the system
• Set the filter cleaning selector to auto.
• Increase the pump speed to get a vacuum of -800 mbar
• The vacuum loader is ready to vacuum the sand from the cellar
• Start removing sand by using suction hose
• Operator must always have a firm grip of the nozzle on the suction hose and never release it while
working.
• Never use hand or foot to remove the trapped objects in the nozzle.
• After loading, set the selector to idle position
• Turn off the filter cleaning
• Decrease the pump speed
• Remove suction hose
• Disengage vacuum pump
• Drive the sand sucker to the place where debris to be disposed
• Before tipping make sure the sand sucker is standing on solid surface and reasonably at level. The
machine must not lean to the side more than 50
• Empty the container fully by tipping the container.
• When the container is emptied, lower it back to horizontal position
• Make sure it rests on the safety support.
• Always check that the container is completely lowered before transportation.

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