How to Stretch a V-Belt
A V-belt can be a part of a few different kinds of systems, such as a part of your power transmission or a component of your HVAC system. Before you can work with a V-belt you need to locate it, so consult with the owner's manual of the system you're working with. The function of a V-belt is to link together rotating shafts. Because the shafts are rotating, the V-belt must remain flexible. This flexibility allows the V-belt to stretch and expand as needed, which is helpful when you need to replace the belt.
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Power down the system you're working with. Wait for the system to cool down completely. The rotating shafts of the system can cause significant heat.
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Remove any part of the system that is blocking you from accessing the V-belt. Consult your owner's manual if necessary. For example, to get to a V-belt of your transmission, you must first take off the drive guard.
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Slip your fingers or another object on the underside of the belt. Stretch upward to release the belt.
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Pull the stretched belt away from the system to remove it. You may need to stretch it gently upward or downward to get it off the system.
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Stretch out the new V-belt with your hands. Then, put it in place in the system, stretching it upward or downward, just as you did the old V-belt, to secure it in place.
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Mike Johnson has been working as a writer since 2005, specializing in fitness, health, sports, recreational activities and relationship advice. He has also had short stories published in literary journals such as "First Class Magazine." Johnson holds a Bachelor of Science in education and history from Youngstown State University.
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