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PURPOSE:
To document and communicate a procedure for the installation of nozzles and threaded ports in NOV Fixed
Cutter Bits.

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SCOPE:
This specification outlines the installation procedure for all AAK, BBK, DDK, C55, TNZ, 65, 75, 95 series
nozzles and interchangeable ports used in NOV Matrix and Steel Bodied Fixed Cutter Bits.

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REFERENCES: N/A

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DEFINITIONS: N/A

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EXHIBITS: EXHIBIT A - Procedure for Loctiting Nozzles

6.0

INSTALLATION:
NOV Fixed Cutter interchangeable nozzles are easily installed using the wrench provided with the bit. If
there are any problems, please contact your NOV Fixed Cutter Service Representative. Normally, nozzles
are installed in bits prior to shipping from the factory. To install nozzles or change nozzle sizes, please
follow the instructions below for a safe and secure installation. Alternatively, if required, follow the
guidelines in Appendix A below for loctiting nozzles into a bit.
Inspect bit nozzle threads and O rings: Make a visual inspection of the nozzle sockets. If necessary,
clean and dry the nozzle sockets with any environmentally safe solvent. Once all debris is removed from
the nozzle socket, inspect the O ring and properly seat it within the nozzle O ring groove. A visual check
at this point is advisable to ensure the entire O ring is within the groove. O rings should be firm and
pliable but not brittle. Any cracked or damaged O ring should be replaced. Next, apply a modest amount
of anti-seizing grease or other similar grease to both the threads inside the nozzle socket and the threads
on the nozzle retainers. This will greatly aid removal of the nozzles. (Normally factory supplied bits have
been greased unless they have specifically requested without it.)
Install Nozzle Jets: After determining the nozzle requirements, check and install the proper size nozzle
insert into the nozzle housing on the bit body. Please note that the flared side of the jet insert fits against
the inside of the nozzle socket. For reference, drawings of all NOV nozzle types are shown below. Nozzle
type requirements will vary with bit design. Please check your current catalog for details.
Install Retainers: Carefully thread the nozzle retainers into the nozzle socket. Using the wrench provided,
slowly turn the nozzle retainer clockwise. At the first sign of resistance, back out the nozzle one half turn
counter-clockwise and then continue rotating clockwise to finish seating the nozzle retainer. Continue in
this manner until slight resistance is felt as the nozzle seats itself against the O ring. Please note that
grease can entrap air within the threads creating a false sense of seating. If there is any doubt that the
nozzle is seated correctly, remove the nozzle retainer, inspect the O ring and repeat the seating process.

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Tighten Retainers: Using normal hand strength and the wrench provided, tighten down all nozzle
retainers to 35 ft-lbs (47NM) of torque. Try to keep the wrench perpendicular to the nozzle socket while
tightening the nozzle, as tilting the wrench while tightening may damage the nozzle assembly. If available
use a Torque Wrench. Keeping the driver and wrench square to the nozzle housing, tighten the nozzle to
35 ft-lbs. DO NOT USE HAMMERS OR LEVER DEVICES. Nozzle retainer will crack under high torsional
loading. Use only the tool designed to fit the nozzle retainer provided with the bit by NOV. Nozzle Socket
drivers to use with a Torque Wrench are available on request from the Fixed Cutter Product Centers
Shipping Coordinator.
Only NOV supplied nozzles should be used in NOV Bits. Other manufacturers supply nozzles with similar
dimensions, but these nozzles may not be suitable for use in our products. The nominal dimensions of
NOV nozzle assemblies are shown below in Figure 1.

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Nozzle Dimensions:

Figure 1

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Fixed Cutter Threaded Ports: Threaded ports provide the customer with increased hydraulic flexibility by
allowing ports to be opened or plugged in the field. Bits that include this feature are shipped with the plugs
installed in the ports by the factory.
Plug Removal: There are two plugs in each threaded port. To open the ports, simply use the provided
hex wrench to remove the plugs (If the hex wrench is misplaced, see the corresponding sizes below).
Keep the removed plugs and O rings in a cool, dry place in case reinstallation is necessary. Once a bit
has been run with the ports open, NOV does not recommend reinstalling the plugs, as the thread integrity
cannot be assured.
Plug Installation: To plug threaded ports, inspect and clean the threads using the same method as
nozzles. Remember that plugs are sized specifically for the given port size and should be covered in antiseize compound before installation to prevent corrosion. Fit the first plug and tighten using the provided
hex wrench with normal hand strength. Install a clean, undamaged O ring. This should be the same O
ring provided with the bit to ensure proper fit, alternatively contact your local Product Centre. (See Figure 2
below, for proper O ring placement and port/wrench sizes.) Thread and tighten a second plug on top of
the first.

Port size
8/32
10/32
12/32
14/32
16/32

Wrench size (inches)

1/8
5/32
3/16
7/32
1/4

Figure 2

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7.0 Documentation
Documentation generated shall be retained in accordance with the appropriate records and document
control procedures.
8.0 Required Approvals
Product Line Engineering Manager or designated alternate
Quality Managers all Fixed Cutter Product Centers or designated alternates
REVISION HISTORY

08

November 2011

New TNZ nozzle

M.Garner

S.Williams

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Date

Reason for issue

Prepared

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CHANGE DESCRIPTION
Revision
08

Change Description
Added TNZ to nozzle dimensions. Changed ReedHycalog to NOV. Updated document template.

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APPENDIX A
Procedure for Loctiting Nozzles

Procedure
Remove all the nozzles, nozzle retainers and O-rings.
Use a solvent such as white spirit, acetone or surgical spirit to thoroughly degrease the threads of the nozzle ports.
Use the solvent sparingly to avoid excessive solvent running down the feeder bores as this may drip down onto the
O-ring when the bit is inverted.
Use of a small brush such as a toothbrush to ensure grease is removed from all the crevices.
Drying the threads with cotton wool will reveal if there is any residual grease i.e. if there is a dirty smudge there is
still grease there. Cotton buds are also a good Quality control device.
Once the threads of the nozzle ports are clean and dry new O-rings should be installed. If O-ring supply is limited
the O-rings, which have been removed, should be cleaned with a cloth, solvent should not be used on the O-rings.
Either thoroughly degrease the nozzle retainers or use new retainers, which have no grease on them. If previously
used nozzle retainers are to be reused it is recommended that a visual assessment is conducted to ensure the
threads are free from damage, corrosion or erosion, etc. It is also highly recommended that previously used
retainers are subjected to dimensional acceptance via the use of thread Go and No Go ring gauges prior to each
reuse. (Calibrated Go and No Go ring gauges can be sourced from the Product center QA department).
Apply the Loctite 242 or alternatively the stronger 262 to the nozzle port threads and to the threads of the nozzle
retainers. (Alternative adhesives are Permatex High Strength Sleeve Retainer, Permatex Large Diameter
Threadlocker RED, ND ST-3 Fastener Thread Sealant, and for high temperature Loctite 272)
(Note: If Loctite 262 is used, or the Permatex and NDST-3 products, a heat cycle of 250oC may be required to
break the bond and remove the nozzles (If in doubt contact the Engineering or QA departments). More detailed
information regarding the use of these adhesives may be found at www.loctite.com, www.permatex.com, or
ndindustries.com
When the nozzles retainers are hand tight they should be backed off a half turn counter clockwise then made up to
the make-up torque of 35 ft-lb using a torque wrench. This will ensure there is no air locked in the threads.

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