Poly-V-Belt Inspection

Poly-V-Belt Inspection - Ops - DD5

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.

Table 1, Poly-V-Belt Inspection Concerns

ABRASION

CHUNK-OUT

IMPROPER INSTALL

CRACKING

    Table 1, Poly-V-Belt Inspection Concerns

    Table 2, Poly-V-Belt Inspection Concerns

    PILLING

    UNEVEN RIB WEAR

    MISALIGNMENT

    GRAVEL PENETRATION

      Table 2, Poly-V-Belt Inspection Concerns

      Note:
      Parent topic: Routine Preventive Maintenance
      Document Number: 0000042604
      Manual Publication Date: 2024-01-05
      Topic Publication Date: 2026-01-07