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Storing & Handling Power Transmission Belts. General Handling Guidelines. Avoid pressing down on belt from any direction. Belt was designed to be in tension. Belt was not designed to have weight on it. S. Incorrect. Pre-assembly / Cutting. Correct. Cut off bundling string with scissors
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General Handling Guidelines • Avoid pressing down on belt from any direction. • Belt was designed to be in tension. • Belt was not designed to have weight on it. S Incorrect
Pre-assembly / Cutting Correct • Cut off bundling string with scissors • Do not pull on belts to snap bundling string • Do not pile belts, to avoid twisting, crimping, or causing any permanent deformation in the belt R S Incorrect
General Handling Guidelines Incorrect S • Avoid forcing belt to bend • Belt was designed to roll around pulleys. • Belt was not designed to be bent sharply. • Belt was not designed to be forced to twisted. R Correct Incorrect S
Assembly • When removing belt from pile, take belt from the top to avoid pulling on belt within the pile. If this happens, defect might occur. Correct R Incorrect S
Assembly • Belt should be stay away from any flange to prevent fuzz due to any rubbing. Incorrect Correct S R
Other Handling Considerations • Do not cut belt or press belt across a sharp surface –this could cause damage and eventual belt breakage. • Do not expose belt to heat exceeding 70C. This could cause the urethane to soften & the reinforcement to pull out. • Do not expose belts to aggressive chemicals or standing water, or allow belts to remain wet. • Do not abrade belts or expose them to unnecessary friction.