User Guide

Instant Close Multi Cycle Shut In Tool

DataCan

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Additional information on operating sequence and settings

Table of Contents
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ABOUT THIS GUIDE ......................................................................................................................6

1.1

W HO SHOULD USE IT .................................................................................................................6

1.2

DISCLAIMER...............................................................................................................................7

INTRODUCTION.............................................................................................................................8
2.1

DATACAN ..................................................................................................................................8

2.2

HEALTH AND SAFETY ..................................................................................................................8

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION .............................................................................................................9

3.1

PURPOSE ..................................................................................................................................9

3.2

INSTANT CLOSE VALVE TECHNOLOGY ..........................................................................................9

3.3

DRIVE CIRCUIT TECHNOLOGY ...................................................................................................10

3.4

COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES .............................................................................................10

ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION ..................................................................................................... 11

4.1

TOOL INSPECTION .................................................................................................................... 11

4.2

OPERATING SEQUENCE ............................................................................................................ 11

4.3

TOOL SETTINGS .......................................................................................................................13

TOOL REDRESS PROCEDURE ...............................................................................................................14

4.4

O-RING INSTALLATION ..............................................................................................................22

4.5

BATTERY PACK BASICS ............................................................................................................24

TOOL SOFTWARE INSTRUCTIONS ...........................................................................................26

5.1

INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE ......................................................................................................26

5.2

INSTALLING THE USB DRIVERS .................................................................................................26

5.3

CONNECT TO TOOL ..................................................................................................................27

5.4

PROGRAM TOOL & DOWNLOAD DATA ........................................................................................30

5.5

CONFIGURATION ......................................................................................................................33

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1 About this guide

This document is divided into the following chapters:

Chapter 1, About this guide.

Chapter 2, Introduction gives an overview of DataCan.

Chapter 3, Product Description, explains the technology and specification of this tool.

Chapter 4, Assembly and Operation, describes pre and post run procedures.

Chapter 5, DataCan Software, guides users through the installation and operation of the
tools software.

Appendix A, Product Specficiations

1.1 Who Should Use It

This guide is intended for users of different degrees of knowledge and experience:

Operators: Down hole tool operators can learn how to operate the software and maintain
the tools.

Technicians: Our technicians can learn how to interrogate and troubleshoot the tools.

This guide assumes that you have some computing and tool knowledge. For more information,
contact your local service representative.
www.datacan.ca
info@datacan.ca

1.2 Disclaimer
This document is intended as a supplement to formal training. DataCan is constantly working to
improve its products. We must therefore reserve the right to change designs, materials,
specifications and prices without notice. DataCan declines any liability that may arise out of the
potential inaccuracies in this guide.

We thank you for any feedback or comments that will help us to continue to improve our
products and service.

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2 Introduction

2.1 DataCan
DataCan Services Corp. provides technology driven downhole measurement solutions that
deliver productivity, quality, and safety. We design, manufacture and service 200C plus hybrid
platform instruments, patent pending multi-cycle instant shut-in tools, reservoir management
systems, and a suite of quartz and piezo-resistive pressure measurement instruments. We offer
specialized solutions that will help you improve productivity in your applications.

We are the leader in the ultra high temperature circuit design, manufacture, and packaging.

Our part selection process ensures the best long term reliability.

Our fully automated surface mount assembly procedures secures the highest quality
circuit is constructed every time with minimal heat impact.

Our Hybrid design and construction techniques will enable DataCan and its customers to
reliably enter the 177C to 225C market.

Our metal to metal seal and fully welded designs prevent potential leaks.

2.2 Health and Safety

The greatest danger that exists from operating downhole tools is associated with the potential
hazard of the lithium cells in the battery packs. Lithium is a highly reactive element and care
must be taken when handling lithium cells and packs. DO NOT:

Exceed the temperature rating of the cells

Short circuit the cells

Attempt to charge the cells

Crush, puncture or disassemble the cells

Note: For more detailed procedures, refer to the safe handling and storage procedures for
lithium batteries.

3 Product Description

The DataCan downhole shut in tool is a multi-cycle, instant close downhole valve that is
designed to run below a lock mandrel, bridge plug, or packer.
There is usually a pressure recording device below the valve which records the pressure
response of the formation being tested as the vale is opened or closed. The formation is allowed
to flow for a sufficient length of time to insure that it is drawn down to a desired level. After this
draw down period is complete, the shut in valve is used to shut in the well.

3.1 Purpose
The down hole shut in tool will eliminate the wellbore storage effect and significantly reduce the
shut-in time during pressure build up.
The wellbore storage results from fluids entering the wellbore from the formation even after the
well is shut in at the surface. The pressure data collected during the wellbore storage period is
not valid, and because the period usually lasts a long time, it becomes necessary to shut a well
in for extends periods to conduct a pressure build up test to ensure that the data collected is
representative.

Finally, as wells age, and the reservoir pressure declines the data obtained from pressure build
up tests is heavily affected by wellbore storage.

3.2 Instant Close Valve Technology

The patent pending multi-cycle, instant close, down-hole shut-in tool includes a shuttle piston
which when moved closes a relief port allowing a differential pressure to form across a sliding
sleeve. This differential pressure forces a sliding sleeve in a direction which closes the valve.

With or without a differential pressure present, the shuttle valve will continue to force the sliding
sleeve in the correct direction to close the valve. This same shuttle piston has the ability to

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move in the opposite direction, in turn opening a relief port to remove the potential differential
pressure across the sliding sleeve element and opening the valve.

Two different sleeve profiles allow the valve to operate in both injection and production settings.

3.3 Drive Circuit Technology

An electronic timer assembly and electric drive motor are provided for controlling the action of
the shuttle piston. The operator pre-programs the timing circuit of the job to open, close and reopen the valve multiple times.

Automated Surface Mount Assembly Line

To ensure that every timing circuit assembly is made to the highest standard, DataCan uses a
fully automated commercial production line. An automated line ensures that:

The correct amount of solder is used

Every part is placed correctly

Excessive heat is not introduced to the parts

Part and circuit handling is reduced

The result of our designs and assembly procedures is a complete down hole assembly capable
of withstanding temperatures up to 150.

3.4 Components and Accessories

The following is a list of components for your down hole shut in tool:

Valve Assembly - Available in two common sizes for sweet our sour service.

Universal Drive Section Contains your drive motor and timing assembly.

Kobe Equalizing Sub A crossover to your lock mandrel or packer.

Battery Pack - Available in a number of temperature ranges.

Redress Kits - Available in different materials

Tool Kit Contains basic tools required for servicing.

Tool Communication Cable Connects the drive section to your computer.

Software Flash Drive Contains our software and manuals.

4 Assembly and Operation

4.1 Tool Inspection

Every DataCan downhole shut in tool is shipped in its assembled state without the battery pack.
Ensure that the shipment includes all of the components and accessories that were requested.

Record the serial number of each tool making sure that the size, service and temperature rating
of the tool match your job requirements.

It is very important that the operating temperature of the battery pack supplied exceeds the
bottom hole temperature of the job.

Unless otherwise specified each sweet service shut in tool will be shipped with a Viton 90
redress kit. Each sour service shut in tool will be shipped with an Alflas 7182B redress kit. Refer
to the O-Ring Selection Guide in Appendix C to ensure that the default elastomer is suitable for
your environment. If new O-Rings are required refer to the O-Ring removal and installation
guideline below. Ensure that the O-Rings are adequately lubricated.

Inspect the male threads; they should be clean and undamaged.

It is a good idea to program the tool for a complete open and close cycle at surface. Ensure that
each cycle occurs easily.

4.2 Operating Sequence

In general, the following sequence of events is required to operate a DataCan shut in tool:

Connect the tool to a computer using the DataCan communication cable.

Open DataCans Download and Program Software

You will be directed to the info page

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Click on the Connect Tool button.

Once the program has established communication with the pressure gauge, the Tool Model,
Serial Number, Valve Size, Housing Material, and Sample Capacity fields will fill with
information from the tool.

Verify the Valve / Motor settings (Under Configuration) are correct. DataCan preprograms the tool settings to:

Number of Retry Times = 3

Max Current Limit = 1800mA

Maximum Valve Time = 270 seconds

Verify the Units (Under Configuration) are correct. DataCan pre-programs the tool
settings to:

Temperature Units = Deg C

Time Units = hours

Time Columns = Elapsed Time

Date Format = dd/mm/yy

Program the tool using DataCan program and download software for Windows.

DataCan recommends that you start every program with the following two
program steps:

These two steps ensure that immediately after you connect the battery pack to
the universal drive section, the motor will begin to close the valve. This program
step should remain part of your pre-job checklist.

Disconnect the tool from the DataCan communication cable.

Insert the battery pack directly to the tool. This action powers the tool and initiates the
tool program. The drive motor should immediately engage and begin to close the valve.

Ensure the drive housing o-rings are lubricated and in good condition.

Thread the battery housing onto the electronics housing.

Run the tool down hole.

Remove the tool from the well.

Remove the battery housing and unplug the battery pack. This action stops the tool.

You can reconnect the DataCan communication cable to the tool and computer to down
load the tool job and create a record of the opening and closing sequences.

4.3 Tool Settings

Note: DataCan pre-programs the tool settings to a reccommended default. To change these
defaults, contact a DataCan representative to obtain the passcode required to enter
Supervisor Mode

1. Enter Supervisor Mode.

2. Under the Configuration tab, change the settings to your desired defaults.
3. Hit the Save Settings Button or the Save Units Button or the to save the new units
structure to the tool.

Motor / Valve Settings:

The drive section on the tool has three main settings: Number of retry times, maximum current
limit, and maximum valve time.
The maximum current limit is the maximum current the motor will reach before stopping. For
example: When the shuttle piston reaches the end of its stroke the current draw to the motor

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spikes. A current detector in the drive circuitry senses this current spike. When the current
provided to the motor exceeds the maximum current limit, the motor stops.

If the current limit is exceeded, then the motor will retract for 5 seconds before re-attempting to
continue in the same direction. For example, if the motor gets stuck before a close or open cycle
is complete, then the motor will back-up and retry to complete the cycle.
If the motor never senses the maximum current limit, then the motor will automatically stop once
the maximum valve time is exceeded. For example, if a catastrophic failure occurs (such as the
motor coupling breaking), then the motor will continue to operate indeffinatly. The maximum
valve time will stop the motor before additional drive section failures occur.

Units and Report:

The drive circuitry has on board memory which records time, current draw, on board temperature
and event occurrences. These units are important as they will be displayed on the post job
memory report.

The data collected for the report is taken only during the period that the motor is running. While
the motor is off, the tool is at rest and data collection is not required.

Tool Redress Procedure

DataCan recommends redressing the tool following every job.
Disassembly

1. Remove the universal drive section. Using a Philips screwdriver, remove the four 0.375
Long MACHINE SCREWS from the perimeter of the drive sub. Keep the COUPLING as
it is required for future steps.

2. Place the main body into a vice; unscrew the TOP SUB from the main valve housing.

3. Using the COUPLING and a flat screwdriver (or cordless drill) move the valve into its
fully closed position (Turn the coupling counter clock-wise). The SHUTTLE PISTON
should become unattached from the DRIVE SCREW.

4. Unscrew the DRIVE SUB from the main valve housing.

5. Using the needle nosed snap-ring pliers, remove the SNAP RING in the DRIVE SUB.

6. Remove the LARGE WASHER and THRUST BEARING.

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7. Push the DRIVE SCREW out of the DRIVE SUB

8. Using a plunger, push the valve piston assembly out the top of the MAIN SLEEVE.

9. Unscrew the SLIDING SLEEVE TOP from the SLIDING SLEEVE

10. Using the plunger, push the SHUTTLE PISTON out of the SLIDING SLEEVE

11. Using an O-Ring Pick, remove all of the seals from the tool.

Reassembly

The PEEK Back-Ups are re-useable. Liberally apply O-Lube to each seal before insertion.
1. Clean and dry all parts thoroughly.

2. The 2-009 O-Rings and 8-209 Back-Ups fit onto the DRIVE SCREW. The PEEK backups should be on the bottom side (towards the drive section).

3. A new THRUST BEARING is placed in the DRIVE SUB. The DRIVE SCREW can be
pushed into the DRIVE SUB.

4. The second thrust bearing is installed. The LARGE WASHER is placed on top. Using the
needle nosed snap-ring pliers, the SNAP RING can be re-installed.

5. The 2-113 O-Ring fits onto the glands on the SHUTTLE PISTON. The PEEK back-up
should be on the outside (closest to the square end).

6. The Piston T-SEAL is placed in the front gland of the shuttle piston.

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7. Position the SLIDING SLEEVE into the DRIVE SUB

8. Thread the SHUTTLE PISTON onto the DRIVE SCREW. Using the COUPLING and a
screwdriver (or cordless drill), turn the DRIVE SCREW clockwise and pull the SHUTTLE
PISTON into the SLIDING SLEEVE.

To fully insert the shuttle piston into the sliding sleeve, youll have to align the male square
end of the shuttle piston with the internal square key of the sliding sleeve.

9. Remove the SLIDING SLEEVE and SHUTTLE PISTON sub assembly from the DRIVE
SUB by turning the COUPLING counter-clockwise.
10. Install the 2-212 O-Ring and 8-212 Back-Up into the lower SLIDING SLEEVE gland. The
Back-Up should be on towards the square end of the part.

11. Install the 2-215 O-Ring and 8-215 Back-Up into the upper SLIDING SLEEVE gland. The
Back-Up should be on towards the round end of the part.

12. Install the 2-118 O-Rings into the glands in the SLIDING SLEEVE TOP

13. Install the 215T-SEAL onto the SLIDING SLEEVE TOP

14. Thread the SLIDING SLEEVE TOP assemblies together.

15. Install the 2-219 O-Rings and 8-219 PEEK Back-Ups on the pressure sub.

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16. Thread the MAIN VALVE HOUSING onto the PRESSURE SUB assembly.

17. Install the PISTON assembly into the MAIN VALVE HOUSING.

18. Thread the DRIVE SCREW into the SHUTTLE PISTON. Using the COUPLING and a
screw driver or cordless drill, pull the PISTON ASSEMBLY into the main housing (Turn
the COUPLING clockwise).

19. Use a socket on the PISTON TOP to align the PISTON ASSEMBLY with the square cut
out on the DRIVE SUB.

20. Install the 2-219 O-Rings and 8-219 PEEK Back-Ups onto the HOUSING TOP.

21. Install the TOP HOUSING ASSEMBLY INTO THE MAIN HOUSING ASEEMBLY

22. Place the COUPLLING into the DRIVE SUB

23. Using the four 0.375 long MACHINE SCREWS, reattach the universal drive section.

24. Install the 2-219 O-Rings and 8-219 PEEK Back-Ups onto the DRIVE SUB.

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25. Program the tool Refer to section 5.4

26. Install the battery pack

27. Thread the BATTERY HOUSING onto the tool.

4.4 O-Ring Installation

DataCan recommends that each seal in the shut in tool be replaced after every job. Refer to the
O-Ring Selection Guide in Appendix C to ensure that your current seal elastomer is suitable for
your upcoming job conditions. To install an O-Ring without damaging the O-Ring or seal gland
the following procedure should be followed:

Refer to the O-Ring Selection Guide in Appendix C to ensure the correct O-Ring
elastomer has been chosen

Cut a 1-2 foot length of wax string (dental floss)

Place the wax string through the O-Ring

Use the wax string to walk the O-Ring over the threads and into the O-Ring glad

It is sometimes easier to install an o-ring or seal if you first heat up the elastomer.
DataCan recommends using a cup of boiling water to soak warm the seals to a
pliable temperature.

Ensure that the Back-Up rings are placed behind the O-Rings.

Apply some O-Ring lubrication to the O-Rings. DataCan recommends using Parker OLube or Lubriplate L-461.

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4.5 Battery Pack Basics

Battery Pack Options
DataCan offers a wide variety of lithium battery pack
options. Single or multi-cell combinations can be
provided. Each type of pack is also available in a series
of temperature ranges. Refer to the Catalog in Appendix
B for a detailed listing of current packs.

Temperature Limits
Each lithium cell has a lower and upper temperature
limit. It is important to know that the 180C and 200C
packs have a lower limit temperature rating of 40C and
70C respectively.

The poor low temperatures performance is due to the

construction of the cells. The 180C and 200C cells are manufactured using solid-state lithium.
Solid-state lithium allows the cells to operate at higher temperatures. At high temperatures above
50 and 70C, the solid-state lithium melts and turns into liquid lithium. Lithium in its solid state
does not react as well as it does in its liquid state.

Note: It is very important to not exceed the temperature rating of the battery pack. Lithium is
a volatile chemical. Over heating a pack could result in the pack exploding. Refer to
Appendix A - Safe Handling of Lithium Batteries for more information.

Power Consumption
DataCans unique tool is designed to generate the lowest power consumption on the market.
The power consumption of the tool differs between a low rate sleep current and a higher
consumption during the open/close cycle.

Each lithium cell has a different amount of available power. Consult the Catalog in Appendix B or
the label on your battery pack to ensure that your power potential exceeds the job requirements.

Battery Pack Connection

To connect the battery pack to the tool;

Remove the battery housing

Align the male key or lugs on the battery pack to the female key on the tool connector.

Twist the collar on the battery pack until it snaps into place.

Reconnect the battery housing to the tool. The battery housing connection does not
require a significant amount of torque. 30ft.lbs of torque is recommended, this is similar
to the force applies by holding the end of a 12inch long wrench with two fingers.

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5 Tool Software Instructions

DataCans program and download software operates and controls all of DataCans down-hole
and surface products. The development of DataCans software is ongoing. New releases are
available for down load on our website http://datacan.ca/support.html
Before installing DataCan Software, you should have your computer ready with one of the
following Microsoft Windows supported operating systems: Windows 98/Me/2000/XP/Vista.

We also recommend viewing the software demonstration for programming and downloading the
downhole shut in tools http://datacan.ca/shutin.html

5.1 Installing the software

Each tool shipment comes with a DataCan 2-Gigabyte USB Flash Drive which contains all of the
files you need to install the software program and USB drivers.

To install DataCan Software from the Flash Drive:

Insert the Flash Drive into a USB Port

Open the and extract the files from the Flash Drive

Double click the SETUP.EXE file to launch the DataCAn Software installation.

Follow the instructions leading to the completion of the software installation.

5.2 Installing the USB Drivers

Note: You need to install TWO sets of drivers for the download cable.
The first time you connect the DataCan Communication to the tool and computer you will need to
install the USB drivers.

To install the drivers manually:

Insert the USB Flash Drive

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Extract the Drivers Files and save them on your desktop.

Connect the USB cable to a port on your computer. Windows OS should detect a new
device and ask to install the drivers. Follow the instructions.

Select the USB Drivers folder on the desktop.

Follow the instructions leading to the completion of the Driver Installs. This process

will happen twice. Once for the USB Serial Converter and once for the USB
Serial Port.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR VISTA
Vista defaults to automatically using the WRONG drivers. To install the DataCan USB Drivers on
a Vista operating machine you must:

Disable windows from auto installing drivers

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Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Advanced System Settings (on the
side panel under Tasks) > Hardware (Tab) > Windows Update Driver Settings

Select Ask me each time I connect to a new device before checking for drivers

Download and extract drivers.

Open DataCan Software

Plug in USB Cable

A window will now pop up. Select Locate and install drivers software > Click the I dont
have disc, show me other options > Browse to where you extracted the USB driver files

You will have to complete this step two times, one for each driver.

5.3 Connect to Tool

Once the DataCan Software and the USB drivers have been installed you are ready to initiate
communication with the tool.

Connect the green tool connection end of the DataCan Communication Cable to the
communication connector on the tool.

Connect the USB end to a receptacle on your computer.

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Open DataCans Software.

You will be directed to the info page

Click on the Connect Tool button.

Once the software has established communication with the shut in tool, the Tool Model, Serial
Number, Valve Size, Housing Material, and Sample Capacity fields will fill with information
from the tool.

These fields are editable and can be edited and saved to the tool by clicking the Save Notes to
Tool button (see next section).
The Notes section was added for the operator to manually capture other information such as
job details, job location, or reminders.

Note: To save your notes to the tools memory you must click the Save Notes to Tool
button located shown in the next section.

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5.4 Program Tool & Download Data

Choose this section by clicking on the following icon. Here you can view recorded
jobs, download data, create program operations, and store programs and
information to the tool memory.

New Program
For an initial set up of your tool, follow this process:

In the Program Sample Rates section:

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Toggle between Close or Open

Enter your desired Time Until Next Step in hours

Note: We recommend a surface test cycle at the beginning of every job. Program
the valve for one open/close cycle at the surface before running the tool down
hole.

Type in subsequent cycles as required.

Once your program is defined, you need to save these steps to the memory of the tool.
Click on the Program Tool button to initiate save the program to the tool. The status
bar will chance to In Status, once complete the status will be Complete.

Warning:It is important to not disconnect the tool or USB Cable when saving or communicating with
the tool.

You can create up to 32 steps in the program. However, only the first 8 steps will be
logged into memory.

Save Program
You can save the program to a file for future use this file can later be imported to keep all
tools running on the same program.

After creating the program, click on the Export Program to File button.

Enter a file name location to save the file. The file will be saved as a text file.

Import Program
To import a saved program, click on the Import Program From File button, and load
your .txt program file.

Download Data
Once a job has been completed, refer to the Jobs in Tool Memory section. A list of all
the recorded jobs on the tool will be displayed.

Select the job numbers with the check box that you want to download.

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Click Download. Select a location to save the data file from the tool.

The software will now automatically convert the data file to a text (ASCII) file based on
the settings (see Configuration section) saved in the tool memory.

Select the start date and time that the tool battery was connected based on your records.

Erase Jobs From Memory

To erase jobs from memory, select the Erase All Jobs button.

Warning:You can not erase individual jobs, this would result in fragmented memory. You must erase
all jobs at once.

5.5 Configuration
In this section you can format the tool memory, load calibrations, select
configuration settings, and manually convert the tool data file into ASCII format
file.

Valve Motor Limits

We recommend keeping the Valve / Motor Limits as is.

Number of Retry Times: indicates the number of times the valve will retry after a current
set-point has been reached. A retry will retract the valve for 5 seconds, then reattempt
the action.

Maximum Current Limit: sets the current limit that the tool will sense at the end of a job.
The maximum current limit is set to 3000mA (the maximum limit of the battery pack
fuse). We recommend 2500mA.

Maximum Valve Time: is the maximum time the valve will continue in a single direction
on a single step. If the maximum time has been exceed the control circuit assumes a
part failure has occurred. An example would be the destruction of the drive shaft.

It is important that after any change to the valve motor units, you save the units to the tool by
depressing the Save Settings To Tool button.

Change Units:
Select a variety of units for your tool to record. Each job will record a number of samples during
the close or open sequence.

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