14 S8126 BELT SPECIFICS
Belt Splicing System v.2.0
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Avoid Injury.
Keep hands and fingers clear of Frame
edge when opening the Clamping
Fixture.
Contact with hot Heat Wand or Stand
will cause skin burns; use caution.
Wear safety glasses and use caution
when handling knives and trim tools.
S8126 Overview
The smooth edges on S8126 belting provide
challenges when splicing. The thickness varia-
tions and limited drive bar engagement require
special attention.
It is important to know the standard TD Splic-
ing System operation and procedures before
beginning. But, these techniques and guidelines
are critical for successful splicing.
Read all instructions in detail before preparing,
aligning, or splicing belt ends.
Figure 14A: S8126 Samples
FABRICATION TIP
Use a 24" Splicing System and splice with
drive bars face down for best results.
Prepare the Belt Ends:
When preparing S8126
belt ends, include these steps in the procedure.
• Shim the smooth edges.
• Use thin Belt Tabs.
• Repeatedly inspect alignment.
• Hold the Cut Guides to secure the belt.
• Add the second Cut Guide.
• Inspect cuts for squareness.
Align & Secure Belt Ends:
When aligning and
securing S8126 belt ends to be spliced, include
these steps in the procedure.
• Remove any belt tension.
• Check for Tape Shims and Belt Tabs.
• Repeatedly inspect alignment.
• Control Crank Handle during alignment.
• Hold the Cut Guides to secure the belt.
Splice the Belt Ends:
When splicing S8126 belt
ends, add controlling the Crank Handle and
closing the Clamping Fixture gently to the pro-
cedure.
Trim & Inspect the Belt:
When trimming and
inspecting S8126 belt splices, use special care
when inspecting drive bar pitch and drive bar
alignment.
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