OverviewThis manual includes information for the installation, maintenance, and minor repair of the K and L FrameCartridge Mount Variable Motors. The manual includes a description of the units and their individualcomponents, troubleshooting information, and minor repair procedures. Performing installation,maintenance, and minor repair of K and L Frame Variable Motors according to the procedures in thismanual will not affect your warranty.Performing minor repairs requires the unit to be removed from the vehicle/machine. Thoroughly cleanthe unit before beginning maintenance, or repair activities. Since dirt and contamination are the greatestenemies of any type of hydraulic equipment, follow cleanliness requirements strictly. This is especiallyimportant when changing the system filter and when removing hoses or plumbing.A worldwide network of Danfoss Authorized Service Centers (ASCs) is available for major repairs. Majorrepairs require the removal of the unit's endcap, which voids the warranty unless done by an ASC.Danfoss ASCs are trained by the factory and certified on a regular basis. You can locate your nearest ASCusing the distributor locator at www.powersolutions.danfoss.com.Safety precautionsAlways consider safety precautions before beginning a service procedure. Protect yourself and othersfrom injury. Take the following general precautions whenever servicing a hydraulic system.W WarningUnintended machine movementUnintended movement of the machine or mechanism may cause injury to the technician or bystanders.To protect against unintended movement, secure the machine or disable / disconnect the mechanismwhile servicing.W WarningFlammable cleaning solventsSome cleaning solvents are flammable. To avoid possible fire, do not use cleaning solvents in an areawhere a source of ignition may be present.W WarningFluid under pressureEscaping hydraulic fluid under pressure can have sufficient force to penetrate your skin causing seriousinjury and/or infection. This fluid may also be hot enough to cause burns. Use caution when dealing withhydraulic fluid under pressure. Relieve pressure in the system before removing hoses, fittings, gauges, orcomponents. Never use your hand or any other body part to check for leaks in a pressurized line. Seekmedical attention immediately if you are cut by hydraulic fluid.W WarningPersonal safetyProtect yourself from injury. Use proper safety equipment, including safety glasses, at all times.Symbols used in Danfoss literatureWARNING may result in injuryCAUTION may result in damage to product or propertyReusable partService ManualK and L Frame Variable Motors, Cartridge MountIntroduction4 | © Danfoss | July 2017 520L0631 | AX00000042en-US0402