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WARNING

Disconnect power supply to the machine before removing

or installing sheaves or belts.

WARNING

Do not reinstall damaged or worn sheaves on equipment.

of the belt should be flush with or slightly above the outer

diameter of the sheave. Remember that if the belt top is below

the sheave’s outer diameter, the groove is worn. Perform

further inspection if possible. Use the Groove Dimension Tables

1 and 2 (on pages 3-6) to determine if excessive wear has

occurred or to select replacement belts and sheave cross sections.

2. Install hardware

Always remember to select the correct sheave. Then, after

you make the correct selection, be sure to install the

sheaves correctly.

Before performing any installation, follow correct lockout

procedures to prevent any accidents.

IMPORTANT:

Disconnect power supply to machine

before

doing ANY work

.

QD® Bushing

If the sheaves are made with a QD® hub,

follow these installation and removal instructions:

3. How to install a sheave with a QD® hub

Insert the bushing in the hub and line up bolt holes.

Insert the pull-up bolts and turn until finger tight.

Hold the loosely–assembled unit so the bushing flange points

toward the shaft bearings. Reverse mounting the QD® bushing

can be advantageous for some applications.

Slip the unit onto the shaft and align the hub in the desired position.

V-Belts

Installation Guide

V-Belts

Installation Guide

1. Inspect sheaves

The following sections outline installation procedures that will

ensure maximum life and performance for your V-belts.

Check sheaves for cleanliness, damage and wear whether you

are replacing an existing belt, performing routine maintenance

or installing a new drive.

Use a stiff brush to remove rust and dirt. Use a soft cloth to

wipe off oil and grease. Select the proper sheave groove gauge

and template for the sheave diameter. Insert the gauge in the

groove and look for voids that indicate dishing or other uneven

and abnormal wear.

An alternative method for checking for sheave groove wear

is to place a new belt in the sheave groove. Note that the top

Standard

D

Section

PO

12.0 to 12.99

34°

PO

13.0 to 17.0

36°

PO

Over 17.0

38°

Sheave Groove Gauge

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