Doc No: OMM50000903 
Rev:  B  Page 49 of 65 
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6.  NOTE: Connecting rods and caps are 
matched sets and must always be 
reassembled with their original mate 
and in the same orientation.  Note the 
numbered codes stamped on each 
half of the connecting rod assemblies 
and make certain they are installed as 
matched set and in the same 
orientation when re-assembling the 
pump. 
7.  The L series pumps are configured as industrial pumps with pinion shafts for 
internal gear reduction or as Horizontal Drill (HD) or High Volume (HV) pumps 
that may have direct crankshaft driven design (no pinion shaft) with provision for 
direct hydraulic motor mounting.  If the pump is a direct crankshaft drive (no 
separate pinion shaft) configuration, then skip to step 10. 
8.  For industrial pumps and HD pumps 
with pinion shaft remove the hex 
head cap screws (28),the left and 
right pinion housings (17 and 18), 
and shims (21) from the power 
frame.  The gaskets (20) may adhere 
to the power frame surface and can 
be left in place if they are not 
damaged.  Count and record the 
number of shims on each side to 
facilitate assembly.  It may be 
necessary to tap on the housings 
with a rubber mallet to free the shims 
from the pump frame.  NOTE: The oil 
seal (19), and on some models, the 
bearing cup (25) will remain attached 
to the pinion housing. 
9.  The pinion shaft (3) with bearings may then be removed from the drive side by 
using a brass rod (or other soft material) and mallet to drive the shaft out.  The 
L16 pump will allow removal without the use of a mallet. 
10. Remove the piston rod seals by referring to Section 10.4.1, “Replacing Piston Rod 
Oil Seals”, for instructions. 
11. Push the connecting rod (4) and crosshead assemblies (7) as far forward into the 
power frame as possible to provide clearance for the crankshaft.  The connecting 
rod bolts should be removed completely to provide additional clearance when 
removing the crankshaft and to reduce the possibility of damage to the crankshaft 
journals. 
Installation Tip:  Mark the bearing housings and power frame for installation in the 
original position.