McKissick Traveling Block Manual

Oilfield Drilling Block
RP Style
500 ton Blocks
Options and Capacities

Maintenance Requirements
Disassembly / Assembly
Inspection Requirements
Service / Replacement Parts
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Table of Contents
General Cautions and Warnings.................................... 1
Block Identification......................................................... 2
Operation Information.................................................... 3
Preventive Maintenance................................................. 4
Inspection Requirements..........................................5 - 9
Dimensional Information.............................................. 10
Parts Reference........................................................... 11
Inspection Points......................................................... 12
Assembly Instructions........................................... 13 - 15
Disassembly Instructions............................................. 16
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General Cautions and Warnings

All products manufactured by The Crosby Group
LLC are sold with the express understanding that the
purchaser is thoroughly familiar with the safe and proper
use and application of the product.
Responsibility for the use and application of the
products rests with the user.
Failure of the product can occur due to misapplication,
abuse, or improper maintenance. Product failure could
allow the load to become out of control, resulting in
possible property damage, personal injury or death.
There are numerous government and industry standards
that cover products made by Crosby. This catalog makes
no attempt to reference all of them. We do reference the
standards that are most frequently asked about.
Ratings shown in Crosby Group literature are applicable
only to new or in as new condition products.
Load limit ratings indicate the greatest force or load a
product can carry under usual environmental conditions.
Shock loading and extraordinary conditions must be
taken into account when selecting products for use in
a system.
These general instructions deal with the normal
installation, operation, inspection, and maintenance
situations encountered with the equipment described
herein. The instructions should not be interpreted to
anticipate every possible contingency or to anticipate
the final system, crane or configuration that uses
this equipment.
Definitions
STATIC LOAD The load resulting from a constantly
applied force or load.
WORKING LOAD LIMIT The maximum mass or force
which the product is authorized to support in general
service when the pull is applied in-line, unless noted
otherwise, with respect to the center line of the product.
This term is used interchangeably with the
following terms:
1. WLL
2. Rated Load Value
3. SWL
4. Safe Working Load
5. Resultant Safe Working Load
WORKING LOAD The maximum mass or force
which the product is authorized to support in a
particular service.
PROOF LOAD The average force applied in the
performance of a proof test; the average force to which a
product may be subjected before deformation occurs.
PROOF TEST A test applied to a product solely
to determine non conforming material or
manufacturing defects.
ULTIMATE LOAD The average load or force at which
the product fails, or no longer supports the load.
SHOCK LOAD A force that results from the rapid
application of a force (such as impacting and/or jerking)
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or rapid movement of a static load. A shock load

significantly adds to the static load.
DESIGN (SAFETY) FACTOR An industry term
denoting a products theoretical reserve capability;
usually computed by dividing the catalog Ultimate Load
by the Working Load Limit. Generally expressed for
blocks as a ratio of 4 to 1.
TACKLE BLOCK An assembly consisting of a
sheave(s), side plates, and generally an end fitting
(hook, shackle, etc.) that is used for lifting, lowering, or
applying tension.
SHEAVE BEARING ASSEMBLY Purchased by
O.E.M. or end user to be used in their block or lifting
system design.
WARNING
Failure to read, understand and follow these
instructions may cause death or serious injury.
This equipment is not designed for and should not be
used for lifting, supporting or transporting humans.
Only trained and competent personnel should install,
operate, inspect and repair this equipment.
Modification to upgrade, repair or otherwise alter this
equipment shall be authorized only by the original
equipment manufacturer or qualified professional
engineer.
If this block is a component in a system, the system
designer will be responsible for passing on to the
end user the information contained in this manual.
NOTE: For complete warnings and application
information, see the Crosby Group General Catalog.
IMPORTANT!
For maximum safety and efficiency, tackle block systems

must be properly designed, used, and maintained. You
must understand the use of tackle block components in
the system. These instructions provide this knowledge.
Read them carefully and completely.
Some parts of these instructions must use technical
words and detailed explanations. NOTE: If you do not
understand all words, diagrams, and definitions
DO NOT TRY TO USE A TACKLE BLOCK SYSTEM!
For further assistance, call:
In U.S.A. Crosby Engineered Products Group at
1-800-777-1555.
In CANADA Crosby Canada (905) 451-9261.
In EUROPE N.V. Crosby Europe 011-32-15-757125.
As you read instructions, pay particular attention to
safety information in bold print.
KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE DO NOT
THROW AWAY!
Block Identification
To thoroughly describe the block and sheaves for replacement, you will need the following (provide the block serial
number if available):
BLOCKS
The following information should be specified:

1. Stock Number (if known)
2. Sheave Size
3. Block Number (catalog number)
4. Number of Sheaves
5. Type of Bearings: (BB) Bronze Bushed, (RB) Roller, (TB) Tapered Roller
6. Type of Hook or Shackle
7. Wire Rope Diameter
8. Serial number if available
SHEAVES
The following information should be specified:

1. Stock Number (if known)
2. Sheave O.D.
3. Bearing Type or Plain Bore
4. Shaft or Bore Size
5. Hub Width
6. Rim Width
7. Wire Rope Size
8. Special Machine Features
9. Special Finishes
When ordering parts for a block, refer to the specific Parts Reference drawing and Reference Number Table
available for each block series or catalog number shown in this manual (see sample below). Provide the block serial
number if available or the information noted above.
Description
Ref. No.
Sheave Less Bearing
Sheave, with Bearing
Bearing Assy w/ seals, Sheave
Plate Set
Upper Guard Plate Assy
Spacer Plate
Center Pin Assy
Lower Guard Plate Assy
Bolt Assy, Guard
Bolt Assy, Load
10
Clevis
11
SAMPLE ONLY
Service parts shown are for standard block configuration.
For other configurations contact Crosby Engineering at 1-800-772-1500.

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Operation Information
How to Determine
Overhauling Weights
To determine the weight of the block or overhaul ball
that is required to free fall the block, the following
information is needed: size of wire rope, number of
line parts, type of sheave bearing, length of crane
boom, and drum friction (use 50 pounds, unless other
information is available).
Wire Rope Size
(in.)
3/8
7/16
1/2
9/16
5/8
3/4
7/8
1
1-1/8
1-1/4
Number
of Line
Parts
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Factor A Wire Rope Weight

Lbs. Per Ft., 6 x 19 IWRC
.26
.35
.46
.59
.72
1.04
1.42
1.85
2.34
2.89
Factor B Overhaul Factors
Roller Bearing
Bronze Bushed
Sheaves
Sheaves
1.03
1.05
2.07
2.15
3.15
3.28
4.25
4.48
5.38
5.72
6.54
7.03
7.73
8.39
8.94
9.80
10.20
11.30
11.50
12.80
The Formula is:

Required Block Weight = [(Boom Length x Factor A) +
Drum Friction] x Factor B
Example:
To determine the required block or overhaul weight
using 5 parts of 7/8 diameter wire rope, a 50 ft. boom
and roller bearing sheaves:
Required
Block
Weight
= [(50 ft x 1.42) + 50 lbs.] x 5.38 = 651 lbs.

(Boom length) (Drum Friction)
(Factor A)
(Factor B)

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How to Figure Line Parts

Sheaves in a system of blocks rotate at different rates
of speed, and have different loads. When raising and
lowering, the line tension is not equal throughout the
system. To help figure the number of parts of line to be
used for a given load, or the line pull required for a given
load, (for example, use Reeving Diagram in the Crosby
General Catalog. Only numbered lines shall be used in
the calculation). The following ratio table is provided with
examples of how to use it. The ratios are applicable for
blocks as shown and also independent sheave systems
that line is reeved through.
Ratio A
Bronze Bushed
Sheaves
.96
1.87
2.75
3.59
4.39
5.16
5.90
6.60
7.27
7.91
8.52
9.11
Ratio B
Anti-Friction
Bearing Sheaves
.98
1.94
2.88
3.81
4.71
5.60
6.47
7.32
8.16
8.98
9.79
10.60
Ratio A or B =
Total Load to be Lifted

Single Line Pull (lbs.)
Number of
Line Parts
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
After calculating Ratio A or B, consult table to determine

number of parts of line.
Examples:
To find the number of parts of line needed when weight
of load and single line pull are known, and using Bronze
Bushed Sheaves.
Ratio A =
72,180 lbs. (load to be lifted)

8,000 lbs. (single line pull)
= 9.02
(Ratio A)
Refer to ratio 9.02 or next highest number, then check

column under heading Number of Line parts = 12 parts
of line to be used for this load.
Blocks are designed to utilize all sheaves to attain
the full Working Load Limit. If less than maximum
sheaves are used, balance the sheave loading and
reduce the Working Load Limit proportionally. This
must be done regardless of wire rope capacity.
Preventive Maintenance
A regular preventive maintenance program should be established. Written maintenance procedures should be
provided to the personnel responsible for the maintenance.
Lubrication Requirements
Lubrication: The frequency of lubrication depends upon frequency and period of product use as well as
environmental conditions, which are contingent upon the users good judgment. Assuming normal product use, the
following schedule is suggested when using lithium-based grease of a medium consistency.
Sheave Bearings
Tapered Roller Bearings Every 40 hours of continuous
operation or every 30 days of intermittent operation.
Roller Bearings Every 24 hours of continuous
operation or every 14 days of intermittent operation.
Bronze Bushings (Not Self-Lubricated) Every
8 hours of continuous operation or every 14 days of
intermittent operation.
Hook Bearings
Anti-Friction Every 14 days for frequent swiveling or
every 45 days for infrequent swiveling.
Bronze Thrust Bushing or No Bearing Every
16 hours for frequent swiveling or every 21 days for
infrequent swiveling.
Tackle Block Maintenance also depends upon
proper block selection (see Loads on Blocks in the
Crosby General Catalog), proper reeving (see The
Reeving of Tackle Blocks in Crosby General Catalog),
consideration of shock loads, side loading, and other
adverse conditions.
Maintenance Requirements
Tackle Blocks must be regularly inspected, lubricated, and maintained for peak efficiency and extended usefulness.
Their proper use and maintenance is equal in importance to other mechanical equipment. The frequency of
inspection and lubrication is dependent upon frequency and periods of use, environmental conditions, and the users
good judgment.
Inspection: As a minimum, the following points should be considered:
1. Wear on pins or axles, rope grooves, side plates,
bushing or bearings, and fittings. Excessive wear
may be a cause to replace parts or remove block
from service.
2. Deformation in side plates, pins and axles, fitting
attachment points, trunnions, etc. Deformation can
be caused by abusive service and/or overload and
may be a cause to remove block from service.
3. Misalignment or wobble in sheaves.
4. Security of nuts, bolts, and other locking methods,
especially after reassembly following a tear down
inspection. Original securing method should be
used; e.g., staking set screw, cotter pin, cap screw.
5. Pins retained by snap rings should be checked for
missing or loose rings.
6. Sheave pin nuts should be checked for proper

positioning. Pins for tapered roller bearings should
be tightened to remove all end play during sheave
rotation. Pins for bronze bushings and straight roller
bearings should have a running clearance of .031
inch per sheave of end play and should be
adjusted accordingly.
7. Hook or shackle to swivel case clearance is set at
.031 to .062 at the factory. Increased clearance
can result from component wear. Clearance
exceeding .18 should necessitate disassembly and
further inspection.
8. Deformation or corrosion of hook and nut threads.
9. Surface condition and deformation of hook.
10. Welded side plates for weld corrosion or
weld cracking.
11. Hook latch for deformation, proper fit and operation.

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In accordance with ASME, OSHA and API standards, it is recommended that the owner or user of the equipment
develop his own schedule of inspections based on experience, manufacturers recommendations, and consideration of
one or more of the following factors: environment, load cycles, regulatory requirements, operating time, testing, repairs,
remanufacture. Below, please find the inspection category descriptions and recommended frequency for the load
carrying components of the McKissick RP Style Drilling Blocks. If equipment is subjected to severe conditions such
as dynamic loading or low temperature service, a thorough inspection may be required at increased frequency.
INSPECTION CATEGORIES
Category I Observation of equipment during operation for indications of inadequate performance.
Category II Category I inspection, plus further inspection for corrosion; deformation; loose or missing

components; deterioration; proper lubrication; visible external cracks; and adjustment.
Category III Category II inspection, plus further inspection, which should include NDE of exposed critical

areas and may involve some disassembly to access specific components and identify wear that

exceeds allowable tolerances.
Category IV Category III inspection, plus further inspection where the equipment is disassembled to the extent

necessary to conduct NDE of all primary load-carrying components.
Periodic Inspection Categories and Frequencies

Chart for 882 Series Drilling Blocks
Inspection Item
Clevis
Center Pin
Sheave
Load Plate
Bolt Assy, Load
Bearings
Spacer Plate
Table Number
Reference
RP - 1
RP - 2
RP - 3
RP - 4
RP - 5
RP - 6
RP - 7

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Daily
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
Weekly
II
II
II
II
II
II
II
Monthly
SemiAnnually
III
Annually
Other
Frequency
IV (5 year)
IV (5 year)
IV (5 year)
IV (5 year)
IV (5 year)
IV (5 year)
IV (5 year)
Inspection and Acceptance Criteria
Refer to page 12 for location of wear areas requiring inspection as defined below. Unless otherwise noted, all areas
are to be considered critical areas and require 100% inspection. For purposes of this inspection plan, indications
detected by magnetic particle method with major dimensions greater than 1/16 inch and associated with a surface
rupture are considered relevant. Inherent indications not associated with a surface rupture (i.e., magnetic permeability
variations, non-metallic stringers, etc.) shall be considered non-relevant. If magnetic particle indications greater than
1/16 are believed to be non-relevant, they shall either be examined by the liquid penetrant method to confirm they
are non-relevant or they shall be removed and re-inspected to confirm they are non-relevant. If you should have any
questions regarding the inspection and acceptance criteria of the subject equipment, please contact our Technical
Support staff at 1-800-777-1555.
ASTM E-125 Casting Acceptance Criteria
Table 1
Maximum Permitted Degree
Type
l
Discontinuity
Description
Hot tears, cracks
Critical Area
None
Non-Critical Area
None
ll
Shrinkage
None
Degree 1
lll
Inclusions
Degree 1
Degree 2
IV
Internal chills, chaplets
None
Degree 1
Porosity
Degree 1
Degree 2
RP-1
Component and Table
Reference
Clevis
Inspection
Characteristic
Inspection
Method
Wear
Visual
Remove from service, any clevis with wear

exceeding limit shown on page 9.
Deformation
Visual
Visible deformation is cause for removal from

service.
Cracks
Visual
Magnetic Particle Inspect per ASTM E-709. See

Table 1(above) for acceptance criteria.
Inspection
Characteristic
Inspection
Method
Wear
Visual
Reduction of the center pin diameter due to wear,

scoring, etc. is cause for removal from service.
Deformation
Visual

service.
Acceptance Criteria or Remedy
RP-2
Component and Table
Reference
Center Pin
Cracks
MPI
Magnetic Particle Inspect per ASTM E-709.

Acceptance criteria:
No relevant indications.
No more than three linear indications in a line
separated by less than 1/16 edge to edge.

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Inspection and Acceptance Criteria
RP-3
Component and Table
Reference
Inspection
Characteristic
Inspection
Method
Groove Wear
Visual
Cracks in Web
MPI
Cracks in Weld
MPI

Remove from service, any sheave with groove
radius measurement that is outside allowable
minimum and maximum dimension as defined by
API RP 9B. See Table 2 below.
No relevant indications with a major dimension
equal to or greater than 3/16.
No more than ten relevant indications in any
continuous six square-inch area.
No more than three relevant indications in line
No rounded indications greater than 1/8 for weld
5/8 or less, and 3/16 for welds greater than 5/8.
Surface porosity and exposed slag is not permitted
on or within 1/8 of sealing surfaces.
Sheave
Groove Radius Dimensions per API RP 9B Eleventh Edition

Table 2
Wire Rope Nominal Diameter (inch)
1-1/4
1-3/8
1-1/2
Groove Radius Minimum Worn (inch)
.641
.705
.769
Groove Radius Maximum (inch)
.688
.756
.825
RP-4
Component and Table
Reference
Inspection
Characteristic
Inspection
Method
Wear
Visual
Remove from service, any load plate with wear

exceeding 5% of original dimension.
Deformation
Visual

service.
Load Plate
Cracks

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MPI

No relevant indications with a major dimension
equal to or greater than 3/16.
No more than ten relevant indications in any
continuous six square-inch area.
No more than three relevant indications in line
RP-5
Component and Table
Reference
Inspection
Characteristic
Inspection
Method
Wear
Visual
Remove from service, any bolt or pin with wear

exceeding 5% of original dimension.
Deformation
Visual

service.
Bolt Assembly, Load

No more than three linear indications in a line
Cracks
MPI
Inspection
Characteristic
Inspection
Method
Wear
Visual
Remove from service, any bearing with visible wear

of ball or roller elements and races.
Missing or damaged
rollers or balls
Visual
Remove from service, any bearing with displaced,

missing, or damaged rollers or balls.
Corrosion
Visual
Remove from service, any bearing with corrosion on

rollers, balls, or races that cannot be removed with
crocus cloth.
Component and Table

Reference
Inspection
Characteristic
Inspection
Method
Spacer Plate
Deformation
Visual
RP-6
Component and Table
Reference
Bearings
RP-7
Visual deformation is cause for removal from

service.

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Clevis downrating due to wear, at load application point. Measure on vertical centerline of clevis.
500 Ton Capacity Blocks

Downrated Clevis
Measured Dimension A
Capacity
(in.)
(Ton)
13.00
500
12.00
425
11.00
350

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McKissick Oilfield Drilling Blocks

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WARNING INFORMATION
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See Crosby General Catalog
RP Style Traveling Blocks

Capacities Available: 250, 350, 500, 750 and 1000 Tons
Double row, pre-adjusted tapered bearings with seals.
Blocks contain McKissick Roll-Forged sheaves with flame hardened grooves.
Grooves are API profile.
Separate lubrication channel to each sheave.
Easy opening guards for quick string-up (no bolts to pull out and lose).
Bail design to adapt to comparable capacity drilling equipment.
Additional weights available upon request.
Manufactured to the requirements of API 8C, including all documentation.
Each block is individually serialized for full traceability.
Furnished with Certificate of Conformance.
Minimum design temperature of -20 degree C (-4 degree F).
Standard top coat finish is safety orange enamel.
Other paint colors and systems are available on request.
Individual parts are primer coated on exposed surfaces.
Block side plates can be drilled to adapt customer supplied equipment.
Easy bail pin removal.
All sizes are RFID EQUIPPED.
RP Style Drilling Blocks

Working
RP
Load
Sheave
Block
Limit
Diam.
No. of
Stock No. (Tons)
(in.)
Sheaves
2031027
250
36
5
2032319
250
42
5
2029783
350
42
5
2031434
350
42
6
2029735
500
60
6
2029761
750
60
7
2032326
1000
72
8
* Additional wire rope sizes are available.
10
Standard
Wire Rope
Size
(in.)*
1-1/8
1-1/8
1-1/4
1-1/4
1-3/8
1-1/2
1-3/4
Dimensions
(in.)
A
74.00
80.00
80.00
80.00
98.25
107.25
127.25
B
63.00
69.00
69.00
69.00
84.25
92.25
109.25
C
11.00
11.00
11.00
11.00
14.00
15.00
18.00
D
36.00
42.00
42.00
42.00
60.00
60.00
72.00
E
39.00
44.00
44.00
44.00
61.50
61.50
74.00
F
24.25
24.25
24.25
28.00
32.75
39.00
48.25
H
5.00
5.00
5.00
5.00
6.00
9.00
9.00
J
2.50
2.50
2.50
2.50
3.50
4.50
5.00
K
3.50
3.50
3.50
3.50
4.00
5.00
6.25
L
10.88
10.88
10.88
10.88
15.00
18.50
19.75
M
7.94
7.94
7.94
7.94
12.75
17.00
21.25
Weight
Each
(lbs.)
5,600
7,050
7,150
7,800
16,100
21,800
38,500

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Parts Reference
McKissick 882 Series Oilfield Blocks
Description
Sheave Less Bearing
Sheave, with Bearing
Bearing Assy. with Seals, Sheave
Plate Set
Upper Guard Plate Assy
Spacer Plate
Center Pin Assy
Lower Guard Plate Assy
Bolt Assy Guard
Bolt Assy, Load
Clevis
Ref. No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
When ordering parts for a block, refer to the specific Parts Reference drawing and Reference Number Table
available for each block series or catalog number shown in this manual. Provide the block serial number if available or
the information required on page 2.
Contact Crosby Special Engineered Products Group at 1-800-777-1555.

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Inspection Points
McKissick 882 Series Oilfield Blocks
Inspection Points for Category I and II Inspections
Inspection RP-3
Inspect sheaves for cracks of
damage. Inspect grooves for wear
or corrugation. Check sheave for
wobble and ease of rotation.
Inspection RP-4
Check load plates for deformation
and excessive wear.
Inspection RP-1
Inspect clevis for deformation
and excessive wear.
Refer to inspection reference on pages 6

through 8 for details on inspection criteria.
Inspection RP-7
Inspect top plate for damage, wear
and deformation.
Inspection RP-5
Inspect load bolt assemblies for
damage and deformation.
Note: Ensure that all fasteners are properly retained. Retention can include socket head cap screws with lock washers,
cotter pins and safety wires.
All inspection should include lubricating through all zerks.
SEE APPLICATION AND

WARNING INFORMATION
See the Crosby General Catalog
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Assembly Instructions
Assembly / Disassembly Instructions for 500-t RP Drilling Blocks
On the following pages are general assembly instructions for McKissick 882 RP Series Drilling Blocks. These
instructions outline the necessary assembly required after inspection, or replacement of internal parts. The work
area to be utilized for the assembly should be clean and level. It must be located under a crane that will be used to
assemble the components together.
Reference page 11 for parts identification.
Block Assembly
1. Read and understand these instructions prior to assembly of the block. Do not
assemble the block if you do not fully understand these instructions.
2. On the center pin (7) locate the end that is stenciled Floating. Locate the center
pin cover plate that is 12.25 in outside diameter. Attached the cover plate to the
Floating end of the center pin (7) with the quantity 6 of 3/4-10 x 2.75 long hex
cap screws and lock washers. Only hand-tighten these hex cap screws at this
point. See Figure 1.
3. Block up center pin (7). Locate load plate assembly (4) with center pin counter
bore of 12.75. Place plate assembly over center pin with the counter bore of the
plate toward the center pin cap and the hanger assembly facing up. Block up side
plate (4). See Figure 2.
4. Locate the center pin bearing spacer with dimensions of 10.516 Inside Diameter,
11.500 Outside Diameter, 2.969 Length. Place bearing spacer over center pin
(7) and seat into the center pin hole in the side plate (4). See Figure 3.
5. Install one sheave assembly (2), including bearings and seals, onto center pin
(7). Care should be taken to not dislodge
bearings cones and seals when installing
sheaves. Repeat for the remainder of the
sheaves (2). The total sheave quantity is six.
See Figure 4.
6. Locate the center pin bearing spacer with
dimensions of 10.516 Inside Diameter,
11.500 Outside Diameter, 2.625 Length.
Place the bearing spacer over the center
pin (7) and slide down until contact with the
bearing cone. See Figure 4.
7. Locate top plate (6). The dimensions are 3
thick, 12 wide and 26.75 long. Attach the top
plate (6) to the top end of the side plate (4)
Figure 2
with the quantity two of 1-8 UNC x 4.25 hex
cap screws and lock washers. The quantity of
six drilled and tapped holes should be facing
away from the sheaves (2). Only hand-tighten
these hex cap screws at this point. See
Figure 5.
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Figure 3
Figure 5
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8. Locate thin shim, approximately .125 thick and place on hanger pad. See
Figure 5.
9. Assemble second side plate (4) onto the assembly. The hanger plates should
be facing toward the sheaves and the counter bore at the center pin should be
facing away from the sheaves (2). See Figure 5. Assemble quantity two 1 8
UNC x 5 long hex screws and slotted hex nuts to the hanger plates, just below
the sheaves (2). Only hand-tighten at this point. See Figure 5.
10. Locate center pin cover plate that has twelve holes and is 17.00 in outside
diameter. Attach the cover plate to the exposed end of the center pin (7) with
the quantity 6 of 3/4-10 UNC x 2.75 long hex cap screws and lock washers.
See Figure 5.
11. Rotate the center pin (7) to line up the six outer holes on the center pin cover
plate with the six holes in the counter bore of the side plate (4). Attach the
Figure 6
center pin cover plate to the side plate (4) with the quantity 6 of 3/4-10 x 2.75
long hex cap screws and lock washers. See Figure 5.
12. Attach the top plate (6) to the top end of the side plate (4) with the quantity two
of 1-8 UNC x 4.25 hex cap screws and lock washers. Only hand-tighten these
hex cap screws at this point. See Figure 5.
13. Torque the quantity of twelve hex cap screws located on the same end of
the center pin cover plate. The correct toque value is 140 Ft-Lbs. See Figure 5.
14. Torque the quantity of four 1 hex cap screws located on the end of the side
plate (4) that attach the top spacer plate. The correct torque is 335 Ft-Lbs. See
Figure 5.
15. Verify the shim is correctly assembled to the hanger plates. Torque the quantity
of two 1 hex cap screws with slotted hex nuts at the hanger connection point
near the lower end of the block. The correct torque value is 335 Ft-Lbs. See
Figure 7
Figure 5.
16. Locate the load clevis (peanut) (11), quantity two load pins (4.00 dia x 13.00
long) (10), quantity of two slotted keeper plates, quantity two drill keeper bars, quantity eight -10 UNC x 1.25
long hex cap screws and lock washers.
17. Assemble the quantity two drilled keeper bars to one side of the hanger assembly with the hex cap screws and
lock washers. Torque quantity four of hex cap screws to 140 Ft-Lbs. See Figure 6.
18. Assemble the quantity two slotted keeper bars to the other side of the hangers with the hex cap screws and
lock washers. Keep keeper plates rotated in the open position. Hand-tighten only at this time. See Figure 6.
19. Assemble the clevis between the hanger plates and insert the two load pins (10) through the hanger plates and
clevis (11). The slotted portion of the pins should be on the same side as the slotted keeper plates.
20. Rotate the slotted keeper plates until they full seat into the load pin (10) slot. Torque quantity four of hex cap
screws to 140 Ft-Lbs. See Figure 6.
21. Locate the quantity two of 1-1/4 x 31.50 long bolt assemblies (9) with slotted hex nut, cotter pin and lock washer,
quantity two of the lower guards (8) that can be identified by the welded tube on the narrow end, and the quantity
eight of 13 UNC x 1.50 hex cap screws and lock washers.
22. Assemble both guards (8) onto the block with the 1-1/4 bolts (9). Assemble the lock washer and slotted hex nut to
the bolt (9). Secure the slotted hex nut with the cotter pin. See Figure 7.
23. Assemble the upper end of the lower guard plate (8) to the edges of the side plates (8) utilizing the hex cap
screws and lock washers. Each plate (8) will require quantity four of the screws and lock washers. These
screws should be torqued to 65 Ft-Lbs. See Figure 7.
24. Locate the quantity two of the upper guards (5) that can be identified by the seven slotted holes, and the quantity
fourteen of - 13 UNC x 1.50 hex cap screws and lock washers.
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25. Assemble the upper guards (5) to the block utilizing the drilled and tapped
holes in the edges of the side plates (4) and the top spacer plate (6). Each
plate (5) will require quantity seven of the screws and lock washers. These
screws should be torqued to 65 Ft-Lbs. See Figure 7.
26. Safety wire the quantity six of the hex cap screws located on the top of the
block utilizing the double twist method. See Figure 8.
27. Lift the block into vertical position by the clevis (11) with a crane and slings.
See Figure 9.
28. Adjust the sheave bearing (3) preload. Tighten quantity six of the hex cap
screws on the floating end of the center pin. Tighten the hex cap screws
equally until sheaves (2) turn freely with no side play. See Figure 9.
29. Torque to 65 Ft-Lbs the remaining hex cap screws on the guards (5, 8).
Safety wire all of the guard plate hex cap screws.
30. Torque quantity two of the 1 hex caps screws on the hangers to 335 Ft-Lbs
and apply cotter pin through slotted nut and hole.
31. Torque quantity twelve of the hex cap screws on the large diameter center
pin cover plate to 140 Ft-Lbs. Safety wire all of these hex cap screws.
32. Review the function of the sheaves (2). If satisfactory per step 29, safety wire
all six of the hex cap screws. If the sheaves (2) do not function properly,
loosen the hex cap screws on the floating end of the center pin (7) and
repeat step 29, then safety wire these hex cap screws.
33. Torque all eight of the clevis pin keeper plate hex cap screws to 140 Ft-Lbs
and safety wire.
34. Inspect the entire block for proper function i.e. sheave rotation, guard
operation, completeness of assembly, and ensure all fasteners are properly
retained. Verify legibility of tags and warnings.
35. Lubricate all center pin (7) / sheave (2) zerks.

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Figure 9
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Disassembly Instructions
On the following pages are general disassembly instructions for McKissick 882 RP Series Drilling Blocks. These
instructions outline the necessary assembly required after inspection, or replacement of internal parts. The work area
to be utilized for the disassembly should be clean and level. It must be located under a crane that will be used to
assemble the components together.
Reference page 11 for parts identification.
Block Disassembly
1. Read and understand these instructions prior to disassembly of the block. Do
not disassemble the block if you do not fully understand these instructions.
2. Support block and remove all safety wires and cotter pins from all fasteners.
3. Lay the block down on the side plate (4) that only has six hex cap screws
on the center pin retainer plate. Block up the side plate (4) and center pin (7) to
allow clearance with the work surface. See Figure 1.
4. Remove the quantity two upper guard plates (5) by removing the quantity seven
hex cap screws from each upper guard plate (5). See Figure 1.
5. Remove the quantity two lower guard plates (8) by removing the quantity seven
hex cap screws and quantity one 1-1/4 bolt assembly from each lower guard
plate (8). See Figure 2.
6. Remove the quantity two hex cap screws from each of the quantity four load
bolt keeper plates. See Figure 3.
7. Remove load bolts (10) and clevis (11). See Figure 3.
8. Remove the quantity two 1 hex cap screws
located at the lower end of the block on the
hanger plates. See Figure 4.
that attach the top plate (6) to the exposed
side plate (4). See Figure 4.
10. Remove quantity twelve hex cap screws
from the exposed end of the center pin (7) /
center pin cover plate. Remove cover plate.
See Figure 4.
11. Remove exposed side plate (4), bearing
spacer and shim. See Figure 4.
Figure 2
that attach the top plate (6) to the underside
side plate (4). Remove top plate (6). See
Figure 4.
13. Remove quantity six sheaves (2), one at a
time, from the center pin (7). See Figure 5.
Figure 4
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Figure 3
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14. Remove bearing spacer from center pin
(7). See Figure 6.
15. Remove side plate (4) from center pin (7).
See Figure 7.
16. Remove quantity six hex cap screws
that attach the center pin cover plate to
the center pin (7). See Figure 8.
Figure 6
Figure 7
Figure 8

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General Cautions and Warnings

or rapid movement of a static load. A shock load

For maximum safety and efficiency, tackle block systems

The following information should be specified:

The following information should be specified:

Sheave Less Bearing

Sheave, with Bearing

Bearing Assy w/ seals, Sheave

Upper Guard Plate Assy

Center Pin Assy

Lower Guard Plate Assy

Bolt Assy, Guard

Bolt Assy, Load

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Factor A Wire Rope Weight

The Formula is:

= [(50 ft x 1.42) + 50 lbs.] x 5.38 = 651 lbs.

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How to Figure Line Parts

Total Load to be Lifted

After calculating Ratio A or B, consult table to determine

72,180 lbs. (load to be lifted)

Refer to ratio 9.02 or next highest number, then check

6. Sheave pin nuts should be checked for proper

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Periodic Inspection Categories and Frequencies

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Internal chills, chaplets

Remove from service, any clevis with wear

Visible deformation is cause for removal from

Magnetic Particle Inspect per ASTM E-709. See

Reduction of the center pin diameter due to wear,

Visible deformation is cause for removal from

Acceptance Criteria or Remedy

Acceptance Criteria or Remedy

Magnetic Particle Inspect per ASTM E-709.

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Acceptance Criteria or Remedy

Groove Radius Dimensions per API RP 9B Eleventh Edition

Groove Radius Minimum Worn (inch)

Groove Radius Maximum (inch)

Remove from service, any load plate with wear

Visible deformation is cause for removal from

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Acceptance Criteria or Remedy

Magnetic Particle Inspect per ASTM E-709.

Remove from service, any bolt or pin with wear

Visible deformation is cause for removal from

Bolt Assembly, Load

Acceptance Criteria or Remedy

Magnetic Particle Inspect per ASTM E-709.

Acceptance Criteria or Remedy

Remove from service, any bearing with visible wear

Remove from service, any bearing with displaced,

Remove from service, any bearing with corrosion on