Damage Symptoms
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Information
- The following table shows the type of damage that necessitates replacement.
Damage symptoms on drive belt (shown as an example in illustration)
| Item | Type of damage | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| -A- | Slight crack in a rib | Drive belt is OK |
| -B- | Hairline crack that runs across the entire belt width, or the butt seam is damaged | Replace drive belt |
| -C- | Crack running down to half of rib height | Drive belt must be replaced if there is more than one crack running down to half of rib height |
| -D- | Crack running to base of rib | Replace drive belt |
| -E- | Crack running to traction cord, or sides so worn that the traction cord becomes visible | Replace drive belt |
| -F- | Rib detachment | Replace drive belt |
| -G- | Rib fracture | Replace drive belt |