Poly-V-Belt Inspection

Poly-V-Belt Inspection
Periodically inspect the belts based on the damage guide below. If any damage is noted, replace both belts (Fan and Accessory Belts). A precision wear gauge, available from Gates®, is the preferred method of determining belt wear.
Poly-V-Belt Inspection Concerns
ABRASION CHUNK-OUT
IMPROPER INSTALL CRACKING
Poly-V-Belt Inspection Concerns
PILLING UNEVEN RIB WEAR
MISALIGNMENT GRAVEL PENETRATION