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2-8. PREPARATION FOR MOVEMENT AND STORAGE - Cont'd.
l. Fold frame poles and secure with rubber bands.
m. Insert folded tent frame assembly into its bag. Close drawstring and cinch web straps.
n. Remove tent pins and store in tent pin bag.
o. Keeping tent body assembly extended and square, uniformly spread roof, walls, and floor.
p. Grasp corners at front and rear of one side of tent body assembly and fold to centerline. Fold again to
centerline. Repeat for opposite side.
NOTE
Folded width of tent should be approximately same length as stowed frame
assembly.
q. Place folded fly, liner, gear loft, and tent pin bag on tent body.
r. Place frame assembly package at end and on top of folded fly and tent body assembly. Roll to form a
tight package, using frame package as a hub.
s. Lay tent cover on ground with webbing facing ground. Place rolled package in center of cover so that
webbing straps on cover will form a circle around circumference of rolled package. Fold cover ends
first, so that carrying handles are located approximately at center of rolled diameter.
t. Roll cover and contents tightly and secure with fasteners.
SECTION IV. OPERATION UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS
2-9. GENERAL. While it is not possible to prepare for all unusual conditions to which the FSCT will be
exposed, the following information should be helpful during unusual climatic conditions.
a. Operation in High Wind:
(1) Ensure that tent body and frame assemblies are staked.
(2) Close and fasten all windows and doors.
(3) Frequently check all tent pins and lines.
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