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Inspection






INSPECTION

Belt replacement under any or all of the following conditions is required:

- Excessive wear
- Frayed cords
- Severe glazing

Poly-V Belt system may develop minor cracks across the ribbed side (due to reverse bending). These minor cracks are considered normal and acceptable. Parallel cracks are not (Figure 1).


NOTE: Do not use any type of belt dressing or restorer on Poly-V Belts.




Figure 1 Drive Belt Inspection