Care and Maintenance of Belts

causym CAUTION: When servicing drive belts always observe these precautions:

  • Avoid serious injury from hand or arm entanglement. Never attempt to clean, check or adjust belts while the machine is running. Always shut off the engine, set the parking brake and remove the key.

  • Do not attempt to clean belts with flammable cleaning solvents.

Belt dressing is not recommended on any belt, V- or flat at any time. Most dressings contain chemicals,

which tend to soften belts. While this softening process actually does increase the friction between the belt and sheave grooves, the result is only temporary.

Remove grease and oil as quickly as possible before they can penetrate deeply into the belt, causing rapid deterioration.

Clean belts by wiping them with a clean cloth. Use a non-flammable cleaner or solvent to remove excessive grease and oil. Water and a detergent soap can be used, but is not as satisfactory as a non-flammable cleaner.

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