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    PLUNGER LIFT OVERVIEW

    THEORY OF OPERATIONCONTROL MODE SELECTION

    MECHANICAL INSTALLATIONDUAL VALVE OPTION

    ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONCONNECTOR WIRINGSOLAR PANEL WIRE INSTALLATIONMSO SWITCH WIRE INSTALLATION

    3-LEAD MSO2-LEAD MSO

    OTHER AUXILIARY CONNECTIONS

    GETTING AROUND THE MENUF1 - SET TIMESF2 - DATA HISTORYF3 - SYSTEM INFORMATIONSCROLLINGCHANGING TIME SETTINGSHOT KEYSDISPLAY CONTRAST CONTROL

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    LIQUILIFT III OPERATING PARAMETERSF1 - SET TIMES (DESCRIPTION)F2 - DATA HISTORY (DESCRIPTION)F3 - SYSTEM INFORMATION (DESCRIPTION)

    CONTROL MODEPRIMARY BATTERYFACTORY RESETPASSWORD

    PRODUCTION OPERATING SCENARIOS

    APPENDIXFIGURE 1 - MECHANICAL INSTALLATION FIGURE 2 - MECHANICAL INSTALLATIONFIGURE 3 - CONNECTOR WIRINGFIGURE 4 - MODULE WIRING

    GAS REQUIREMENTS - 2 TUBINGGAS REQUIREMENTS - 2-1/2 TUBINGAPI FLUIDS DATASALTWATER DATAGAS COLUMN PRESSURESTUBING TABLESCOILED TUBING TABLESRULES OF THUMBCRITICAL FLOW RATESCOPY OF DOOR INSTRUCTIONSCOPY OF PIEZO FACEPLATE

    U.S. Patent #4352376U.S. Patent #5146991MADE IN USA 1998Ferguson Beauregard(903)561-4851

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    The use of the plunger lift method of artificial lift in oil and gaswells is increasing at a rapid rate. Several reasons for this increasestem from general developments in the industry.

    Plunger lift excels at producing high GLR oil wells and removingliquid accumulations from gas wells. As reservoirs deplete and flowing rates decline, the gas phase becomes less efficient at liftingthe liquid phase to the surface. Allowed to continue, the flowing gradient will become heavier until the well loads up with liquid and stops flowing.

    One of the most efficient methods of producing liquid involves theuse of the cycle controlled plunger. The plunger makes continuouscontact with the inside wall of the tubing string, thereby forming an effective seal between the lifting gas and the lifted liquid.Operation of the system is as follows.

    The motor valve on the flowline is closed and the plunger is restingat the bottom of the tubing. Gas Pressure is building in both the tubing and the casing-tubing annulus.

    By opening the motor valve at the surface, gas is produced to a lower pressure separator or gathering system allowing a reductionin tubing pressure. Gas accumulated in the annulus continues toexpand into the tubing behind the rising plunger until it is forced tothe surface. This pressure reduction is the energy source to movethe plunger and liquid slug from the bottom of the tubing to the surface. Storage gas in the casing-tubing annulus and/or formationgas will be the drive mechanism for plunger movement.

    PLUNGER LIFT OVERVIEW

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    PLUNGER MODE = 1 VALVE TANK MODE = 2 VALVES

    CONTROL MODE PLNG / TANK3 TBG ON (Tubing On Time)4 TBG OFF (Tubing Off Time)6 AFTFLW (Afterflow Time)

    14 H-L DELAY (High Line Delay)23 SYNC MODE (Enable Constant Cycles) YES/NO24 FLOW TIME (ie: On Time + Afterflow)25 RECOVERY MODE (Enable Alt. Off Time) YES/NO26 RCVRY TIME (Alternate Off Time)30 TANK DELAY (Tank Delay Time)31 TANK ON (Tank On Time)32 TANK OFF (Tank Off Time)

    50 TBG CYCLES (Total Tubing Cycles)51 PLUNGER CTS (Plunger Arrival Counts)53 PLUNGER RUN TIMES (Last 15)54 TTL TBG ON (Total Tubing On Time)55 TTL TBG OFF (Total Tubing Off Time)56 CLEAR TOTALS57 TANK CYCLES (Total Tank Cycles)58 TTL TANK ON (Total Tank On Time)

    60 VERSION (Software Version #)61 SYSTEM STATUS (See Below)62 CONTROL OPTIONS (See Below)63 PASSWORD

    SYSTEM STATUS

    BATTERY VOLTSSOLAR VOLTSEXTERNAL CONTACTS:

    CONTROL OPTIONS

    CONTROL MODE PLNG,TANK,INTERPRIMARY BATTERY (D-Cell) YES/NOFACTORY RESET

    CONTROL MODE INTER 3 TBG ON (Tubing On Time)4 TBG OFF (Tubing Off Time)

    14 H-L DELAY (High Line Delay)

    50 TBG CYCLES (Total Tubing Cycles)51 PLUNGER CTS (Plunger Arrival Counts)53 PLUNGER RUN TIMES (Last 15)54 TTL TBG ON (Total Tubing On Time)55 TTL TBG OFF (Total Tubing Off Time)56 CLEAR TOTALS

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    60 VERSION (Software Version #)61 SYSTEM STATUS (See Below)62 CONTROL OPTIONS (See Below)63 PASSWORD

    SYSTEM STATUS

    BATTERY VOLTSSOLAR VOLTSEXTERNAL CONTACTS:

    CONTROL OPTIONS

    CONTROL MODE PLNG,TANK,INTERPRIMARY BATTERY (D-Cell) YES/NOFACTORY RESET

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    INTERMITTER MODE

    (+): Only available when SYNC mode and/or RECOVERY mode is YES.

    HOT KEY USAGE:

    Press 1 or 2 digit HOT KEY # and then press ENTER to view that item.

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    Press ENTER to go to next screen, ESC to return to previous screen.

    CHANGE SETTINGS ( ): While cursor is on the item, press ENTER to edit value. After setting is modified, press ENTER to accept value or press ESC to cancel the change. The LEFT/RIGHT arrow keys can assist changes.

    SCROLLING ( ): From the Main Menu press (F1) SET, (F2) DATA or (F3) SYST to access data groups. Use UP/DOWN arrow keys to view items.

    NOTE:TANK FEATURES SHOWN IN RED. HOT KEYS SHOWN IN BLUE.All YES/NO or Control changes are made using the LEFT/RIGHT arrow keys.

    FO DOOR L98 FS1261

    F1 SET TIMES F2 DATA HISTORY F3 SYSTEM INFORMATION

    F1 SET TIMES F2 DATA HISTORY F3 SYSTEM INFORMATION

    Upon reaching the surface and removing the liquid slug from the tubing, the well controller can either shut-in on plunger arrival orcontinue to produce gas for a predicted interval.

    When the motor valve closes on the surface flowline, the plunger fallsback to the bottom of the tubing string due to gravity. The plunger isnot a perfect sealing device and will fall through the fluid that hasaccumulated in the bottom of the tubing coinciding with the low pressure experienced during the flow cycle. Once enough time haselapsed for the plunger to reach the bottom, the well may be ready tocycle again. Depending on the reservoir, additional pressure build upmay be required before another cycle can be made.

    In gas wells, smaller tubing, a compressor, or plunger lift isinstalled to maintain flowing status. Neither the smaller tubing nor acompressor is a permanent solution. They increase the gas velocityinitially so that the liquid will be removed from the tubing, however,at some time in the future the gas rate will again fall to an inadequatelevel and liquid will not be removed from the well creating a loadedor semi-loaded condition. Plunger lift provides a permanent solutionat a lower price than any other method.

    Once the well stops flowing (if the GLR is high enough), or earlierin an effort to lighten the flowing gradient and increase reservoirdraw down pressure, plunger lift can be installed. Plunger lift can beexpected to produce the well to depletion. There are no absolute maximum producing rates for plunger lift, as there are none for flowing wells. The limiting producing rate in both cases is as muchdependent upon the inflow performance of the well as it is upon its outflow performance.

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    T H E O R Y O F O P E R A T I O N

    The LIQUILIFT III Controller is an electronic time based well controller. It is a combination of previous designs, allowing the operator to select multiple solutions for well operations. TheCustomer has the ability to change Control Modes from SingleValve, Dual Valve or Intermittent Operation within the same control unit. A key feature with this controller is the MenuStructure. This type of operating system allows increased ease of:

    setting operational parameters retrieving data and system evaluation

    Hot Key features improve maneuvering from Data Groups andData Entry. Other exciting enhancements have been added to givethe Customer quick access to well and system performance.

    The LIQUILIFT III Controller operates on time and/or pressureinputs. It does not make any adjustments for plunger speed variationbut does have the capability to add off time (Recovery Mode) for a plunger not surfacing during the On Cycle.

    The Controller offers you 3 mode selections for well operations.

    To operate with a single motor valve on the flowline select thePLUNGER MODE.

    To operate with dual motor valves, perhaps one on the flowline andone redirecting flow to the stock tank, select TANK MODE. These 2 applications can operate in SYNChronized MODE and have RECOVERY MODE available for NO ARRIVALS.

    THEORY OF OPERATION LIQUILIFT III

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    T H E O R Y O F O P E R A T I O N

    To operate with a single motor valve on the flowline and not make anyadjustments to the operation select INTER MODE. This mode has a reduced number of operating parameters (TBG ON, TBG OFF and H-L DELAY) and is available strictly for intermittent operation.

    This unit can be utilized in a host of different scenarios but is primarily used with Plunger Lift. The controller is manufactured with a single latching solenoid valve for supplying source gas to adiaphragm operated motor valve. If the operator selects the dualvalve option (TANK MODE), an external latch valve will be suppliedto actuate the second motor valve.

    Many features can be used to make the controller function asrequired. They are briefly described below:

    Pressure switch gauges can be used as an override to turn the controller on or off.

    The controller can be operated from differential pressure if two switch gauges are wired together.

    The MSO switch will permit the controller to detect plungerarrival and Afterflow if time is programmed. If dual valve oper-ation is used the second motor valve will close once theplunger arrival is detected.

    The controller will keep track of the last 15 plunger arrivaltimes and calculate the average run time automatically.

    Selecting Recovery Mode allows additional Off Time if theplunger fails to surface during the On Time .

    Selecting Sync Mode allows the controller to operate underconstant time cycles.

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    The Intermitter Mode can be selected to simply operate a single motor valve with minimal settings.

    Independent motor valve settings can be made using the TANK MODE.

    The controller operates in hours, minutes and seconds.

    High sales line pressure can signal the controller to shut-inand not attempt to cycle.

    These are just a few of the selections and combinations that can be accomplished with this versatile controller.

    The LIQUILIFT III Controller can be mounted directly to amotor valve by using the supplied installation kit. See Figure 1, Page 21.

    Kit contents are listed below:

    2 - 3/8-24 x 5/8 SS Bolt1 - 0-30 psi SS Gage - 1/8 NPT Center Mount1 - Combination Flat/Angle Bracket (Black Anodized)1 - Screwdriver

    Place the black combination bracket on the bottom of the enclosurewith the short angle section next to the back of the valves. Insert (2)3/8-24 SS bolts. Using a 9/16 wrench, tighten securely.

    Remove 2 bolts and nuts from the motor valve diaphragm bonnet.

    Attach the enclosure and combination bracket to the motor valvebonnet using the same bolts and nuts.

    Install the 0-30 psi 1/8 NPT center mount gage to the front port forthe valve manifold using a 7/16 open-end wrench.

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    Gas is supplied to the valve manifold from either the left or right side. The Unit is shipped with a 1/4 NPT plug in the right side of the single valve manifold.

    Using a 1/4 NPT x 1/4 Tube brass straight gas can be supplied froma 30-psi (max) gas source, typically from the drip pot and regulator.

    If an in-line gas filter is used, it is installed into the valve manifoldprior to installing the brass straight.

    The Sales Valve output pressure port is located on the bottom. Itrequires a 1/4 NPT x 1/4 tube, straight or 90, to make connection to the motor valve. See Figure 2, Page 22.

    Installation can also be made to 2 line pipe using the combinationbracket. This requires rotating the combination bracket 180o. Thisalso requires a 2 u-bolt (not supplied) to attach to the vertical 2 pipe.

    If the TANK MODE option is selected, an external latch valve will be utilized to actuate the secondary motor valve. The externallatch valve functions exactly like the valve manifold built in theController, but is contained inside a separate metal housing detachedfrom the controller.

    The controller solenoid valve, D-Cell battery pack, and/or 6 -Voltgel battery (Optional) are wired from the factory using specialspring-loaded connectors to protect against electrical shorts and accidental mishaps. The electronic module is located on the back ofthe faceplate. Connector plugs for the auxiliary devices are providedunpopulated and are snapped into the sockets on the circuit board.

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    ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION LIQUILIFT III

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    Typically, the only connections required may be the MSO switchand solar panel wire if applicable. A ground lug has been provided to protect the electronics and should be utilized with a copperground rod to enhance the controllers immunity to transients.

    Plug wiring connectors are provided on the PCB module. Wiringto the plug connector is accomplished by inserting a small screwdriver (provided) into the smaller slot of the two openings located on the end of the plug. Once the screwdriver isinserted in the slot, rotate 90o to secure the screwdriver in place. This action will open the spring connector and allow the wire to be completely engaged to the plug. Removing the screwdriver will clamp the wire in place. See figure 3, Page 23.

    Provisions have been made to bring the solar panel wire into the left side of the enclosure through a watertight connector.

    NOTE: The solar panel orientation should be toward the south orequator for optimum sunlight.

    One wire is marked with a white stripe and should be connected to the positive side of the 2-pin solar plug connector. The other wire is connected to the negative. The wires are connected as mentioned previously.

    Now that the wires are properly attached to the connector, the plug can be inserted into the socket marked SOLAR located on the module cover plate. See Figure 4, Page 24.

    CONNECTOR WIRING

    SOLAR PANEL WIRE INSTALLATION (OPTIONAL)

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    E L E C T R I C A L

    The MSO switch wire can be brought into the enclosure through 1 of 2 watertight connectors provided on the bottom of the controller.The MSO switch wire can be 3-lead or 2-lead shielded wire.Connection to the plug connector is accomplished in the same manner as described above in the Solar Panel section. Both wire types are described below.

    The 3-lead wire contains 3 separate conductors, 1 RED, 1 WHITEand 1 BLACK.

    Attach the RED wire to the RED + terminal on the plug connector.

    Attach the WHITE wire to the WHITE + terminal on the plug connector.

    Attach the BLACK wire to the BLACK - terminal on the plug connector.

    Now that the wires are properly attached to the connector, the 3-pinplug can be inserted into the socket marked MSO located on themodule cover plate.

    The 2-lead wire contains 2 separate conductors, 1 RED and 1 BLACK.

    Attach the RED wire to the WHITE + terminal on the plug connector.

    Attach the BLACK wire to the BLACK - terminal on the plug connector.

    Now that the wires are properly attached to the connector, the 3-pinplug can be inserted into the socket marked MSO located on themodule cover plate.

    MSO SWITCH WIRE INSTALLATION

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    All other connectors are wired in the same manner as describedabove. The module can except inputs from switch gauges for ON,OFF and HIGH LINE. These all have individual terminals located in the 10 pin plug connector.

    The Controller KEYPAD is designed for the Operator to movethrough settings and commands in a MENU format. This is dividedinto 3 main groups as detailed below:

    NOTE: Always press the MENU/ESC KEY to wake up the display. This controller conserves battery life by turning off the display after 5 minutes of inactivity. The system is still operating, butnothing is displayed until the keypad is activated.

    The F1 key is a function key that locates you in the data entry section of the menu. This key will enable you to VIEW and/orCHANGE time settings for the controller to function. Pressing the F1 key will display the first 4 lines of the controller settings.

    The F2 key is a function key that locates you in the data historysection of the menu. This key will enable you to VIEW cycle counts,plunger arrivals, arrival history by window, plunger run times andcumulative on and off times. Pressing the F2 key will display thefirst 4 lines of controller data history.

    OTHER AUXILIARY WIRE INSTALLATION

    GETTING AROUND THE MENU

    F1 SET TIMES

    F2 DATA HISTORY

  • The F3 key is a function key that locates you in the system information section of the menu. This key will enable you to VIEW and/or CHANGE control options passwords and controller diagnostics. Pressing the F3 key will display the first 4 lines of controller system information.

    Once you have pressed one of the function keys, you can move upor down through the settings and screens by pressing the up anddown arrow keys. The up and down arrow keys are located in thelower right hand corner of the keypad.

    Move through the MENU by pressing F1 and scrolling to theappropriate time setting. A cursor will be flashing on the left side ofthe display to indicate which item you will be modifying. As long as the cursor is on the left side of the display, you are onlyviewing the settings. Once you have located the time setting to bechanged PRESS THE ENTER KEY. This action will cause the cursor to move into the number field. Notice that the cursor is on theleft most number. You can move to the right or left, by using the rightor left arrow keys, which are located in the lower right hand cornerof the keypad. Change the setting to the value that is appropriate andPRESS THE ENTER KEY. If you make a mistake or want to keepthe same number that was previously shown, PRESS THE ESC

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    SCROLLING

    F3 SYSTEM INFORMATION

    CHANGING TIME SETTINGS

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    KEY. Either way, the cursor will always return to the left side of the display with the cursor flashing. This allows you to keep track of the line you just edited.

    REMEMBER: To change settings PRESS ENTER (change thevalue) then PRESS ENTER again.

    To undo changes after entering the number field PRESS ESC.

    Understanding how the MENU works is great, however, once youare comfortable with this method, it becomes time consuming tohop around the menu just to check a single setting or option. Thereis another way to hop from one section of the menu to another; thisis done by using HOT KEYS . Notice on the door instructions mostlines have a blue number on the left side. This number is the HOTKEY number. From most areas in the MENU structure you canPRESS the 1 or 2 digit number and press ENTER. The display will change to show the item you have selected. The cursor will beflashing on the left side of the item. You can hop around the MENUvery quickly and efficiently to check data, system status or history.

    REMEMBER: BLUE HOT KEYS press the 1 or 2 digit numberand PRESS ENTER.

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    HOT KEYS

  • This controller contains electronic components, which compensatefor ambient temperature conditions. The Liquid Crystal Display(LCD) will sometimes appear to be too dark or too light to read.Make sure that you are at the MAIN MENU by pressing theMENU/ESC KEY. Then, by repeatedly pressing the LEFT orRIGHT ARROW KEYS, the display contrast can be adjusted to your preference. The controller will remember this setting even after the display goes to sleep.

    The following is a description of all operating parameters in the F1, F2 and F3 MENU GROUPS. All numbers shown in BLUErelate to HOT KEY numbers. Also note that all time settings are in HRS: MIN: SEC format.

    TBG ON: TUBING ON TIME is the total amount of time you wantthe well to stay on for the plunger to arrive at the surface. A goodplace to start in establishing an ON TIME is by dividing the depth of the tubing by 400.

    TBG OFF: TUBING OFF TIME is the total amount of time you want the well to stay off or shut in.

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    AFTFLW: AFTERFLOW TIME is the time the well will be allowed to flow after the plunger has surfaced.

    H-L DELAY: HIGH LINE DELAY TIME is a delay feature for use with a line pressure switch gauge. This delay time allows the normal cycle to make and break contact with this switch during the early part of the ON CYCLE and continue to operate. Ifthe line pressure remains high and the contact is not broken beforethe delay times out, the well will shut in. This will automatically startthe OFF TIME.

    SYNC MODE: This is a special mode used when synchronized timing is required to reduce interference with other wells in thesame gathering system. SYNC MODE enables constant cycles to be programmed. To enable SYNC MODE, select YES from the display.This will allow the FLOW TIME to be entered on the next line (#24).If the Tank Mode is selected, the SYNC MODE may be used to operate the two valves independently (see SCENARIO #2).

    FLOW TIME: This is the total time that the sales valve can be on. It is generally equal to the ON TIME + AFTERFLOW TIME. Thisfunction is not available unless the SYNC MODE is set to YES. The following is an example of time settings when using SYNCMODE and FLOW TIME.

    For example:ON TIME: 30 minutesAFTERFLOW TIME: 15 minutesFLOW TIME: 45 minutesOFF TIME: 1 hour

    The total cycle time is OFF TIME + FLOW TIME = 1 hour45 minutes. This allows afterflow.

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  • RECOVERY MODE: RECOVERY MODE is a feature, whichenables an alternate OFF TIME to be entered if the plunger does not arrive during the ON TIME. The RECOVERY TIME is entered on the next line (#26). If the plunger still does not arrive after the ALTERNATE OFF TIME is used it remains the same for the next cycle. After the plunger arrival is made during the ON CYCLE, the OFF TIME reverts back to the original setting.

    RCVRY TIME: RECOVERY TIME is an alternate OFF TIME used when the plunger does not arrive during the TUBING ONTIME. Be careful with this time when using SYNC MODE. (See Scenario #1 at end of manual).

    TANK DELAY: TANK DELAY TIME is the delay time before the second motor valve is allowed to turn on or open. TANK DELAY TIME always starts timing at the beginning of the TBG ONTIME. It is generally used to sell high-pressure gas down the gassales line before having to open to a lower pressure to surface theplunger. If the plunger arrives before the delay time expires the TANK ON TIME is bypassed. This option is only available if theTANK MODE is selected.

    TANK ON: TANK ON TIME is the total time the tank valve will be open (provided that the plunger has not arrived). The TANK ON TIME starts at the end of the TANK DELAY TIME. If the tank valve opens and the plunger arrives during the on time,the tank valve will close and the Tubing valve will either start the AFTERFLOW cycle or shut-in (depending on the program status). This option is only available if the TANK MODE is selected.

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    TANK OFF: TANK OFF time is the total time that the TANKVALVE is closed during the cycle. The TANK VALVE can be independently programmed from the TUBING VALVE. The TANKOFF time is only available when in TANK MODE and SYNC MODE is set to YES .

    TBG CYCLES: TOTAL TUBING CYCLES are the total number of tubing cycles since the totals were last cleared.

    PLUNGER CTS: PLUNGER COUNTS are the total number ofplunger arrivals since the totals were last cleared.

    PLUNGER RUN TIMES: PLUNGER RUN TIMES are the actual run times (last 15) and the average of these 15 run times. Thisline requires you to PRESS the ENTER KEY to retrieve the first 4lines, then use the down arrow to review the rest of the individualtimes. These values are retained when you clear the totals.

    TTL TBG ON: TOTAL TUBING ON TIME is the cumulative ON TIME including AFTERFLOW TIME that the TUBING VALVEhas been open since the totals were last cleared.

    TTL TBG OFF: TOTAL TUBING OFF TIME is the cumulative OFF TIME that the TUBING VALVE has been closed since the totalswere last cleared.

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  • CLEAR TOTALS: CLEAR TOTALS does exactly what it says. Youmust move the cursor to highlight YES and PRESS the ENTER KEY if you want to clear totals. Press ESC or highlight NO andPRESS the ENTER KEY if you decide not to clear totals.

    TANK CYCLES: TOTAL TANK CYCLES are the total number oftank cycles since the totals were last cleared. This keeps track of how many times the tank valve opened which you can refer to the TBG CYCLES for comparison.

    TTL TANK ON: TOTAL TANK ON TIME is the cumulative time that the TANK VALVE has been open since the totals were last cleared.

    VERSION: Software VERSION number.

    SYSTEM STATUS: SYSTEM STATUS allows you to check the battery voltage, solar panel voltage and any EXTERNAL CONTACTS.

    CONTROL OPTIONS: CONTROL OPTIONS is a grouping of control features that allow you to customize the Controller for your production needs. They are listed below and on the next page.

    CONTROL MODE: Used to change between PLNG(Plunger), TANK and INTER (Intermitter) MODES. When you press the ENTER KEY, you gain access to change the data field. Use the left or right arrow keys to toggle from one to another. PRESS the ENTER KEY to accept YES or NO.

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    PRIMARY BATTERY: PRIMARY BATTERY can bechanged from YES (D-CELL) or NO (GEL CELL). This feature affects the battery discharge rate internally for the circuit board operation. This should default to NO for the AUTO-CYCLE and YES for the LIQUILIFT III.

    FACTORY RESET: FACTORY RESET can reset theController to the original default settings that were programmed from the factory

    PASSWORD: The PASSWORD is a 4-digit number that can be set by you for data protection. This password will go into effect after the LCD goes to sleep. Anyone can still view the settings in the Controller, but settings can not be modified without knowledge of the PASSWORD. When the Controller ask for the PASSWORD to be entered, you can make as many changes as necessary. If thekeypad (LCD) goes to sleep, the password is reactivated. To reset the password for everyone to have access, type your password, then select the PASSWORD option again and set to 0000. This willdisable any password protection.

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  • The combination of SYNC MODE and RECOVERY MODE allows for a variety of production scenarios. A few examples follow:

    SCENARIO #1: The below scenario will allow the controller to stay in SYNC with other wells and switch to a longer Sales Off Time (Recovery Time) for a no arrival.

    ON TIME: 30 minutesAFTERFLOW TIME: 15 minutesSYNC MODE: YESFLOW TIME: 45 minutes (set by the operator for On Time + Afterflow)OFF TIME: 1 hourRECOVERY MODE: YESRECOVERY TIME: 2 hours 45 minutes (OFF TIME +FLOW TIME + OFF TIME)

    NOTE: The ON key must be pressed to insure that the controllerstarts timing properly when SYNC MODE is selected.

    SCENARIO #2: The below scenario will allow two Sales Cycles for every one Tank Cycle. Notice that the Tank Cycle is twice that ofthe Sales Cycle.

    ON TIME: 30 minutesAFTERFLOW TIME: 15 minutesSYNC MODE: YESFLOW TIME: 45 minutes (set by the operator for On Time + Afterflow)OFF TIME: 1 hour

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    Sales Cycle = 1 hour 45 minutes (Flow Time + Off Time)

    TANK DELAY TIME: 30 minutesTANK ON TIME: 15 minutesTANK OFF TIME: 2 hour 45 minutes Tank Cycle = 3 hours 30 minutes (Tank Delay + Tank On +Tank Off)

    IMPORTANT: It is up to the operator to select cycle times that areeven multiples of each other. (i.e. 2 sales cycles per 1 tank cycle).The ON key must be pressed to insure that the controller starts timing properly when SYNC MODE is selected.

    SCENARIO #3: The below scenario will allow one Tank Cycle forevery Sales Cycle and keep the well in sync with other wells in thegathering system. Notice that the Sales Cycle equals the Tank Cycle.

    ON TIME: 30 minutesAFTERFLOW TIME: 15 minutesSYNC MODE: YESFLOW TIME: 45 minutes (set by the operator for On Time+ Afterflow)OFF TIME: 1 hourSales Cycle = 1 hour 45 minutes (Flow Time + Off Time)

    TANK DELAY TIME: 20 minutesTANK ON TIME: 10 minutesTANK OFF TIME: 1 hour 15 minutesTank Cycle = 1 hour 45 minutes (Tank Delay + Tank On +Tank Off)

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  • SCENARIO #4: The below scenario will allow one Tank Cycle for every Sales Cycle. Note that SYNC MODE is not enabled.

    ON TIME: 30 minutesAFTERFLOW TIME: 15 minutesSYNC MODE: NOOFF TIME: 1 hour

    TANK DELAY TIME: 20 minutesTANK ON TIME: 10 minutes

    In this case the Tank Off time is not available because SYNC modeis not enabled. The TANK DELAY and subsequent tank cycle willautomatically start when the Sales OFF time expires. Concurrently,the Sales Valve will open and start the SALES ON timer.

    The new Liquilift III electronic controller is a state of the art product designed to ease of operation, and for maximum reliability.

    For any questions or comments relating to this or any otherFerguson Beauregard product, please contact us at:

    FERGUSON BEAUREGARDP.O. Box 130158Tyler, Texas 75713

    (903) 561-4851 phone(903) 561-6567 fax

    e-mail [email protected] Site www.FergusonBeauregard.com

    Thank you for choosing Ferguson Beauregard.

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    GAS AND PRESSURE REQUIREMENTS2-IN. TUBING

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    A P P E N D I X

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  • L I Q U I L I F T I I I O P E R AT O R S M A N U A L

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    8950

    1.20

    0099

    501.

    2216

    1095

    01.

    2430

    1195

    01.

    2643

    1295

    01.

    2853

    1395

    01.

    3063

    9000

    1.20

    1110

    000

    1.22

    2611

    000

    1.24

    4112

    000

    1.26

    5313

    000

    1.28

    6414

    000

    1.30

    7390

    501.

    2021

    1005

    01.

    2237

    1105

    01.

    2451

    1205

    01.

    2664

    1305

    01.

    2875

    1405

    01.

    3084

    9100

    1.20

    3210

    100

    1.22

    4811

    100

    1.24

    6212

    100

    1.26

    7413

    100

    1.28

    8514

    100

    1.30

    94

    FACT

    OR T

    ABLE

    - GA

    S CO

    LUM

    N PR

    ESSU

    RES

    30

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  • L I Q U I L I F T I I I O P E R AT O R S M A N U A L11

    TUBING TABLES

    Nom

    inal

    Non

    Drif

    tCu

    . Ft.

    Lin.

    Ft.

    Barre

    lsLi

    n. F

    t.N

    omin

    alSi

    zeU

    pset

    Ups

    etO.

    D.I.D

    .Di

    a.pe

    rpe

    rpe

    rpe

    rSi

    ze(In

    )(L

    bs/F

    t)(L

    bs/F

    t)(In

    )(In

    )(In

    )Li

    n. F

    t.Cu

    . Ft.

    Lin.

    Ft.

    Barre

    l(In

    )1

    1/2"

    ---

    2.40

    *1.

    900

    1.65

    01.

    516

    0.01

    485

    67.3

    50.

    0026

    437

    8.1

    1 1/

    2"1

    1/2"

    ---

    2.76

    *1.

    900

    1.61

    01.

    516

    0.01

    414

    70.7

    30.

    0025

    239

    7.1

    1 1/

    2"1

    1/2"

    2.75

    2.90

    1.90

    01.

    610

    1.51

    60.

    0141

    470

    .73

    0.00

    252

    397.

    11

    1/2"

    1 1/

    2"---

    3.64

    1.90

    01.

    500

    1.40

    60.

    0122

    781

    .49

    0.00

    219

    457.

    51

    1/2"

    2 1/

    16"

    3.20

    3.25

    *2.

    063

    1.75

    11.

    675

    0.01

    672

    59.8

    00.

    0029

    833

    5.7

    2 1/

    16"

    2"

    4.00

    ---

    2.37

    52.

    041

    1.94

    70.

    0227

    244

    .01

    0.00

    405

    247.

    42

    "

    2"

    4.60

    4.70

    2.37

    51.

    995

    1.90

    10.

    0217

    146

    .07

    0.00

    387

    258.

    62

    "

    2"

    ---

    5.30

    *2.

    375

    1.93

    91.

    845

    0.02

    051

    48.7

    70.

    0036

    527

    3.8

    2"

    2"

    5.80

    5.95

    2.37

    51.

    867

    1.77

    30.

    0190

    152

    .60

    0.00

    339

    295.

    32

    "

    2"

    ---

    6.20

    *2.

    375

    1.85

    31.

    759

    0.01

    873

    53.4

    00.

    0033

    429

    9.8

    2"

    2"

    ---

    7.70

    *2.

    375

    1.70

    31.

    609

    0.01

    582

    63.2

    20.

    0028

    235

    4.9

    2"

    2 1/

    2"6.

    406.

    502.

    875

    2.44

    12.

    347

    0.03

    250

    30.7

    70.

    0057

    917

    2.8

    2 1/

    2"2

    1/2"

    ---

    7.90

    *2.

    875

    2.32

    32.

    229

    0.02

    943

    33.9

    80.

    0052

    419

    0.8

    2 1/

    2"2

    1/2"

    8.60

    8.70

    2.87

    52.

    259

    2.16

    50.

    0278

    335

    .93

    0.00

    496

    201.

    72

    1/2"

    2 1/

    2"---

    9.50

    *2.

    875

    2.19

    52.

    101

    0.02

    628

    38.0

    60.

    0046

    821

    3.7

    2 1/

    2"2

    1/2"

    ---

    10.7

    0*2.

    875

    2.09

    11.

    997

    0.02

    385

    41.9

    30.

    0042

    523

    5.4

    2 1/

    2"2

    1/2"

    ---

    11.0

    0*2.

    875

    2.06

    51.

    971

    0.02

    326

    43.0

    00.

    0041

    424

    1.4

    2 1/

    2"

    * In

    tegr

    al J

    oint

    Tub

    ing

    Wt/F

    t w/

    Coup

    l.

    31

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  • L I Q U I L I F T I I I O P E R AT O R S M A N U A L

    COILED TUBING TABLES

    Nom

    inal

    Barre

    lsN

    omin

    alBa

    rrels

    Size

    Wt

    / Ft

    Wal

    lO.

    D.I.D

    .pe

    rSi

    zeW

    t /

    FtW

    all

    O.D.

    I.D.

    per

    (In)

    (Lbs

    /Ft)

    (In)

    (In)

    (In)

    1000

    Ft

    (In)

    (Lbs

    /Ft)

    (In)

    (In)

    (In)

    1000

    Ft

    1 1/

    4"0.

    847

    0.06

    71.

    250

    1.11

    61.

    210

    1 3/

    4"1.

    910

    0.10

    91.

    750

    1.53

    22.

    280

    1 1/

    4"0.

    941

    0.07

    51.

    250

    1.10

    01.

    175

    1 3/

    4"2.

    056

    0.11

    81.

    750

    1.51

    42.

    227

    1 1/

    4"1.

    081

    0.08

    71.

    250

    1.07

    61.

    125

    1 3/

    4"2.

    169

    0.12

    51.

    750

    1.50

    02.

    186

    1 1/

    4"1.

    172

    0.09

    51.

    250

    1.06

    01.

    091

    1 3/

    4"2.

    313

    0.13

    41.

    750

    1.48

    22.

    134

    1 1/

    4"1.

    251

    0.10

    21.

    250

    1.04

    61.

    063

    1 3/

    4"2.

    656

    0.15

    61.

    750

    1.43

    82.

    009

    1 1/

    4"1.

    328

    0.10

    91.

    250

    1.03

    21.

    035

    1 3/

    4"2.

    978

    0.17

    51.

    750

    1.40

    01.

    904

    1 1/

    4"1.

    502

    0.12

    51.

    250

    1.00

    00.

    971

    2"

    2.20

    10.

    109

    2.00

    01.

    782

    3.08

    51

    1/4"

    1.59

    70.

    134

    1.25

    00.

    982

    0.93

    72

    "2.

    503

    0.12

    52.

    000

    1.75

    02.

    975

    1 1/

    4"1.

    823

    0.15

    61.

    250

    0.93

    80.

    855

    2"

    2.67

    10.

    134

    2.00

    01.

    732

    2.91

    41

    1/2"

    1.42

    60.

    095

    1.50

    01.

    310

    1.66

    72

    "3.

    072

    0.15

    62.

    000

    1.68

    82.

    768

    1 1/

    2"1.

    523

    0.10

    21.

    500

    1.29

    61.

    632

    2"

    3.63

    80.

    188

    2.00

    01.

    624

    2.56

    21

    1/2"

    1.61

    90.

    109

    1.50

    01.

    282

    1.59

    72

    "3.

    896

    0.20

    32.

    000

    1.59

    42.

    468

    1 1/

    2"1.

    741

    0.11

    81.

    500

    1.26

    41.

    553

    1 1/

    2"1.

    836

    0.12

    51.

    500

    1.25

    01.

    518

    1 1/

    2"1.

    955

    0.13

    41.

    500

    1.23

    21.

    474

    1 1/

    2"2.

    239

    0.15

    61.

    500

    1.18

    81.

    371

    32

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    RULES OF THUMB

    1

    2

    3

    Sufficient gas: 400 scf per barrel of fluid per 1000 feet.

    Sufficient pressure if:Casing Pressure > [2 x (Casing Pressure - Tubing Pressure) + Line Pressure] x 1.25

    Consistent plunger velocity > 400 FPM

    A P P E N D I X

    33

  • L I Q U I L I F T I I I O P E R AT O R S M A N U A L

    MINIMUM FLOW RATE TO CONTINUOUSLY LIFT FLUIDS

    Min

    imu

    m F

    low

    Ra

    te To

    Co

    ntin

    uo

    usl

    y Li

    ft Fl

    uids

    0

    100

    20030

    0

    400

    50060

    0

    70080

    0

    900

    1000

    1100

    1200

    1300

    1400

    01

    002

    0030

    04

    005

    0060

    0Fl

    owin

    g Tu

    bing

    Pre

    ssur

    e - P

    sig

    Flow Rate - MCFD

    2-7/

    8 Tb

    g2-

    3/8

    Tbg

    2-1/

    16 T

    bg1-

    1/2

    Coil

    34

    A P P E N D I X

  • PRESS MENU KEY TO ACTIVATE DISPLAYMENU SCREENS

    PLUNGER MODE = 1 VALVE TANK MODE = 2 VALVES

    CONTROL MODE PLNG / TANK3 TBG ON (Tubing On Time)4 TBG OFF (Tubing Off Time)6 AFTFLW (Afterflow Time)

    14 H-L DELAY (High Line Delay)23 SYNC MODE (Enable Constant Cycles) YES/NO24 FLOW TIME (ie: On Time + Afterflow)25 RECOVERY MODE (Enable Alt. Off Time) YES/NO26 RCVRY TIME (Alternate Off Time)30 TANK DELAY (Tank Delay Time)31 TANK ON (Tank On Time)32 TANK OFF (Tank Off Time)

    50 TBG CYCLES (Total Tubing Cycles)51 PLUNGER CTS (Plunger Arrival Counts)53 PLUNGER RUN TIMES (Last 15)54 TTL TBG ON (Total Tubing On Time)55 TTL TBG OFF (Total Tubing Off Time)56 CLEAR TOTALS57 TANK CYCLES (Total Tank Cycles)58 TTL TANK ON (Total Tank On Time)

    60 VERSION (Software Version #)61 SYSTEM STATUS (See Below)62 CONTROL OPTIONS (See Below)63 PASSWORD

    SYSTEM STATUS

    BATTERY VOLTSSOLAR VOLTSEXTERNAL CONTACTS:

    CONTROL OPTIONS

    CONTROL MODE PLNG,TANK,INTERPRIMARY BATTERY (D-Cell) YES/NOFACTORY RESET

    CONTROL MODE INTER 3 TBG ON (Tubing On Time)4 TBG OFF (Tubing Off Time)

    14 H-L DELAY (High Line Delay)

    50 TBG CYCLES (Total Tubing Cycles)51 PLUNGER CTS (Plunger Arrival Counts)53 PLUNGER RUN TIMES (Last 15)54 TTL TBG ON (Total Tubing On Time)55 TTL TBG OFF (Total Tubing Off Time)56 CLEAR TOTALS

    +

    60 VERSION (Software Version #)61 SYSTEM STATUS (See Below)62 CONTROL OPTIONS (See Below)63 PASSWORD

    SYSTEM STATUS

    BATTERY VOLTSSOLAR VOLTSEXTERNAL CONTACTS:

    CONTROL OPTIONS

    CONTROL MODE PLNG,TANK,INTERPRIMARY BATTERY (D-Cell) YES/NOFACTORY RESET

    +

    INTERMITTER MODE

    (+): Only available when SYNC mode and/or RECOVERY mode is YES.

    HOT KEY USAGE: Press 1 or 2 digit HOT KEY # and then press ENTER to view that item.

    ( ): Press ENTER to go to next screen, ESC to return to previous screen.

    CHANGE SETTINGS ( ): While cursor is on the item, press ENTER to edit value. After setting is modified, press ENTER to accept value or press ESC to cancel the change. The LEFT/RIGHT arrow keys can assist changes.

    SCROLLING ( ): From the Main Menu press (F1) SET, (F2) DATA or (F3) SYST to access data groups. Use UP/DOWN arrow keys to view items.

    NOTE:TANK FEATURES SHOWN IN RED. HOT KEYS SHOWN IN BLUE.All YES/NO or Control changes are made using the LEFT/RIGHT arrow keys.

    FO DOOR L98 FS1261

    F1 SET TIMES F2 DATA HISTORY F3 SYSTEM INFORMATION

    F1 SET TIMES F2 DATA HISTORY F3 SYSTEM INFORMATION

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    T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S

    PAGE

    LIQUILIFT III OPERATING PARAMETERSF1 - SET TIMES (DESCRIPTION)F2 - DATA HISTORY (DESCRIPTION)F3 - SYSTEM INFORMATION (DESCRIPTION)

    CONTROL MODEPRIMARY BATTERYFACTORY RESETPASSWORD

    PRODUCTION OPERATING SCENARIOS

    APPENDIXFIGURE 1 - MECHANICAL INSTALLATION FIGURE 2 - MECHANICAL INSTALLATIONFIGURE 3 - CONNECTOR WIRINGFIGURE 4 - MODULE WIRING

    GAS REQUIREMENTS - 2 TUBINGGAS REQUIREMENTS - 2-1/2 TUBINGAPI FLUIDS DATASALTWATER DATAGAS COLUMN PRESSURESTUBING TABLESCOILED TUBING TABLESRULES OF THUMBCRITICAL FLOW RATESCOPY OF DOOR INSTRUCTIONSCOPY OF PIEZO FACEPLATE

    U.S. Patent #4352376U.S. Patent #5146991MADE IN USA 1998Ferguson Beauregard(903)561-4851

  • P.O. Box 130158, Tyler, Texas 75713-0158(903) 561-4851 Fax (903) 561-6567E-mail: [email protected] www.FergusonBeauregard.com

    This controller meets C.S.A. approval for hazardous locations. C.S.A. file number LR 60176.Ferguson Beauregard products are designed and manufactured under ISO 9001 Certificate Number: 97-541. 2001 Ferguson Beauregard. Liquilift is a trademark of Ferguson Beauregard/Delaware Capital Formation, Inc. and is manufactured under one or both of the following patent numbers: U.S. Patent #435376 and U.S. Patent #5146991. FS1264.1

    Table of ContentsPlunger Lift OverviewMechanical InstallationDual Valve Option

    Theory of OperationElectrical InstallationConnector WiringSolar Panel Wire InstallationMSO Switch Wire InstallationOther Auxiliary Wire Installation

    Getting Around the MenuF1 - Set TimesF2 - Data HistoryF3 - System InformationScrollingChanging Time SettingsHot KeysDisplay Contrast Control

    Liquilift III Operating ParametersF1 - Set TimesF3 - Data HistoryF3 - System Information

    Production Operating ScenariosAppendixFigure 1Figure 2Figure 3Figure 4Gas Requirements 2" TubingGas Requirements 2.5" TubingAPI FluidsSalt Water Pressure GradientsGas Column PressuresTubing TablesCoiled Tubing TablesRules of ThumbCritical Flow RatesDoor InstructionsPiezo Faceplate