Keep your beautiful orrery working for a long time!
After lots of use, the belts of The Copernican Orrery can become brittle. Sunlight and over-stretching can speed up this process. Another reason can be “ozone cracking”, which can occur for example if there is a laser printer or photocopier in the same room as your orrery or if sunlight interacts with volatile organic liquids (VOL’s) in the room. A tiny amount of ozone (1 ppm) can be enough to start the process.
Complete set of all 6 belts
Contents:
6 NBR drive belts, diameter 98–172 mm, cross-section Ø 2–4 mm, black
Producer: AstroMedia GmbH, Im Wirrigen 30, 45731 Waltrop, Germany, astromedia.de
Adult supervision:
Children under the age of 14 should only use this product under adult supervision to avoid risks arising from improper handling.
Protection from heat sources:
Keep away from open flames and heat sources. Excessive heat can damage the material and reduce its elasticity and service life.
Burning the product may release harmful substances.
Contact with chemicals:
Avoid using strong acids, solvents and petrol, as these can cause the material to become brittle or fragile.
Protection from direct sunlight:
Direct sunlight can damage the material and lead to premature ageing and embrittlement.
Protection against sharp objects:
Use or store the product away from sharp or pointed objects to prevent cuts and other mechanical damage.
Disposal instructions:
Do not dispose of with general waste. Follow the regulations of your local waste disposal authorities. If necessary, dispose of the product at suitable collection points.
