GULLCO Pipe Kat PK-500-LG Series, Operating Instructions Manual, Page: 10 / 54

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PIPE BAND
The Pipe Band is constructed from extruded aluminum and uses adjustable stand-offs
that serve as spacers to maintain the correct distance from the band to the pipe. The Pipe Band
utilizes a quick adjustment latches that allows the operator to mount and remove the band
easily. It is important that the Pipe Band is properly maintained and not subjected to any abuse
as it serves an important role in the carriages drive system. The operator must play close
attention to the condition of mating edge of the band that the PIPE KAT
®
carriage wheels run
on. Care must be taken to ensure that the band is kept clean from dirt and debris that could
damage the band. Also premature wear or damage to the band could result from improper
mounting of the PIPE KAT
®
carriage.
PIPE BAND SIZING
All Pipe Bands are manufactured to customer
specified pipe diameters & stand-off lengths.
The standard (minimum) stand-off height is 1.75”
[44.5mm]. Spacers can be used to increase the
height off the stand-offs.
The minimum spacer height can be used in
conjunction with standard stand-offs is 0.50”
[12.7mm]