
SERVICING THE PLUNGERS
Disassembly
1.
To service the ceramic plungers, it is necessary to remove
the manifold head. See SERVICING THE SEALS,
Disassembly, steps 1-3.
2.
Remove seal retainer from each plunger rod.
3.
Using a M10 Hex tool, loosen the plunger retainer on each
plunger rod approximately three to four turns.
4.
Push the ceramic plunger back towards the crankcase to
separate from the plunger retainer and proceed with
unthreading the plunger retainer by hand.
5.
Models 1DX.MIST, 2DX, 2DX.MIST, 3DX, 3DNX and 3SPX:
Remove the ceramic plunger and seal washer from each
plunger retainer.
Model 3SP: Remove the ceramic plunger and copper
retainer gasket from each plunger retainer.
NOTE: Copper plunger retainer gasket has been replaced
by NBR seal washer.
Reassembly
1.
Visually inspect the crankcase oil seals for deterioration or
leaks. Contact CAT PUMPS for assistance with replace-
ment. See SERVICING THE CRANKCASE.
2.
Examine seal washers and replace if cut or worn.
3.
Examine plunger retainers for damaged threads and
replace as needed.
4.
Install new seal washer onto each plunger retainer.
5.
Examine the ceramic plungers for scoring, scale buildup,
chips or cracks and replace as needed. The ceramic plungers
do not need to be replaced with every seal servicing.
6.
Slide plunger retainer with seal washer into flat end of
ceramic plunger.
7.
Apply Loctite® 242® to exposed threaded end of plunger
retainer.
8.
Install ceramic plunger with plunger retainer and seal
washer over each plunger rod shoulder and thread hand
tight. Torque to specifications per chart.
NOTE: Ceramic Plungers can only be installed in one
direction. Counterbore end of ceramic plunger fits over
lunger rod shoulder.
9.
See SERVICING THE SEALS, Reassembly, steps 10-13.
TORQUE SEQUENCE
SERVICING THE CRANKCASE
1.
While manifold, plungers and retainers are removed,
examine crankcase oil seals for leaking and wear.
2.
Check for any signs of leaking at bearing cover, drain plug
or bubble gauge.
3.
Check oil level and for evidence of water in oil. Change
crankcase oil on a regular schedule. See PREVENTATIVE
MAINTENANCE CHECK-LIST.
4.
Rotate crankshaft by hand to feel for smooth bearing
movement.
5.
Examine crankshaft oil seal externally for drying, cracking
or leaking.
6.
Contact CAT PUMPS or local distributor if crankcase service
is required.
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All 1DX.MIST, 2DX, 2DX.MIST, 3DX, 3DNX and 3SPX Models
Plunger Arrangement
3SP30G1I, 3SP35GEI
Plunger Arrangement