REPAIR OF HOLES AND TEARS IN FABRIC ASSEMBLIES

REPAIR OF PUNCTURES IN FABRIC ASSEMBLIES

TM-10-5410-230-13 Standard Integrated Command Post Systems Bootwalls Types I II & IV Classes 1 (Green) and 2 (Tan) Manual
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TM 10-5410-230-13 4-4. REPAIR OF HOLES AND TEARS IN FABRIC ASSEMBLIES. This task covers: Repair of holes and tears up to 4 in. (10.16 cm) in diameter NOTE This procedure applies to all Boot Wall types. INITIAL SETUP Tools: Tentage Repair Kit (Appendix B, Section III, Item 1) Materials/Parts: Tentage Repair Kit (Appendix B, Section III, Item 1) Fabric Equipment Conditions: Although the fabric assemblies can be repaired during operational use of the Boot Wall when necessary, it is recommended that the fabric be repaired when the Boot Wall is not in use (refer to Chapter 2 for removal instructions). The fabric assemblies should be clean and dry. a. Obtain a clean, round patch (1) from bulk material or salvage that is at least 1 in. larger than the damaged fabric area (2) in all directions. b. Place the damaged fabric area (2) on a flat surface, or place a piece of softwood (or similar) under the damaged fabric area (2). c. Center patch (1) over damaged fabric area (2). Draw a circle on fabric (2) around patch (1), then remove patch (1). d. Clean damaged fabric area (2) inside circle. WARNING The adhesive has a high alcohol content and is highly flammable. Use only in well ventilated areas away from open flame. Do not smoke. In case of dizziness, leave area immediately and allow to ventilate. Failure to observe this warning may result in severe injury or death. e. Place patch (1) face-down over circle (2). Coat patch evenly with adhesive (3), allowing adhesive (3) to overlap onto fabric (4) to form an adhesive circle. Remove patch (1) and set aside with adhesive side up. f. Coat damaged fabric (4) with adhesive (3) inside circle (2). Allow adhesive (3) on patch (1) and adhesive circle (2) to dry. 4-4

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