
PPS71 Geothermal Memory Gauge with GRD
User Manual
Pioneer Petrotech Services Inc.
infopps@pioneerps.com
1-888-PP-GAUGE (774-2843)
www.pioneerps.com
REVISION HISTORY ................................................................................................................... 1
Scope ......................................................................................................................................... 3
1. Objective .............................................................................................................................. 3
2. Responsibilities ................................................................................................................... 3
2.1 Implementation ........................................................................................................................... 3
2.2 Supervision ................................................................................................................................... 3
2.3 Verification ................................................................................................................................... 3
2.4 Verification Method .................................................................................................................... 3
2.5 References..................................................................................................................................... 3
3. Introduction......................................................................................................................... 4
3.1 Overview ....................................................................................................................................... 4
3.2 Specifications................................................................................................................................ 4
4. Getting Started..................................................................................................................... 6
4.1 Inspecting the flask (Heat Shield Inner Tube)....................................................................... 6
4.2 Testing and Programming the Gauge ...................................................................................... 7
4.3 Activating and Testing Battery ............................................................................................... 11
4.4 Assembling Flask Housing ....................................................................................................... 12
4.5 Filling the spinner up with hydraulic oil............................................................................... 15
5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting.....................................................................................16
5.1 Field Maintenance ..................................................................................................................... 16
5.2 Manufacturer’s Maintenance .................................................................................................. 19
5.3 Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................ 20
Appendix A: Gauge Accessories ...............................................................................................21
Appendix B: Maintenance Tool Kit ..........................................................................................21
Appendix C: Thermometer with RTD Probe ............................................................................21