TM 10-5410-284-13&PTM 10602A-13&PLIGHTWEIGHT MAINTENANCE ENCLOSURE (LME)0002 00EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION0002 00-3LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR COMPONENTS (Cont’d) The Lightweight Maintenance Enclosure (LME) frame sections are made of aluminum components andassemblies. These are secured by means of turn-and-lock mechanisms or attached quick release pins.No special tools are required to erect the LME. These components, together with the power distributionbox and light set are illustrated in Figure 0002 00-2 and described in the following paragraphs.Upper Arch Assembly (1) - The upper arch assembly forms the ridge of the structure. It folds forstorage and has a built-in ridge post for securing the grommet of the intermediate fabric panel.Lower Arch Assembly (2) - The lower arch assembly forms the eave section of the structure. It plugsinto the lower end of the upper arch assembly and is secured with the attached quick release pin. Thehinged portion has a built-in eave post for securing the eave grommet on the intermediate and end fabricpanels. Lower Leg Assembly (3) - The lower leg assembly plugs into the lower end of the lower arch assemblyand is secured using the attached quick release pin. The foot pad has a stud which is pressed into theground to help stabilize the structure.Purlin Assembly (4)- The Purlin Assemblies are made of tubular aluminum approximately 96 incheslong and 1½ inches in diameter. “U” shaped brackets are riveted near each end of the purlin. Theseprovide a hinge point for the folding braces which lock the purlin to the arch frame assembly. At the endof each folding brace is a rotating shackle which is inserted into a matching hole in the arch frameassembly.Door Header Assembly (5) - The door header assembly is used to strengthen the arch frame assemblyand to mount the vehicle access door. It is secured using the attached quick release pins.Cable Header Assembly (6) - The cable header assembly is made from stranded steel cable with steelfittings at the ends. It is used to strengthen the remaining arch frame assemblies and is secured withquick release pins.Sider Assembly (7) - The sider assemblies add strength to the eave sections of the structure. The upperslotted end of the sider is installed over the pins on the arch frame assembly and the sider is swungoutward. When the holes in the sider align with the holes in the arch frame assembly, it is secured withthe attached quick release pin.Power Distribution Box (8)- The box is mounted on the frame structure and brings external power intothe LME. The power distribution box contains a lighted switch which controls the light string. Four groundfault protected convenience outlets have separate circuit breakers. A 25 foot extension cord is providedto connect the lights to the Power Distribution Box. A 10 foot extension cord is provided for the use ofpower tools by personnel. Lights (9)- Four fluorescent lights (9) are provided with the LME. Each light consists of a fluorescentbulb mounted in a reinforced plastic tube with a molded cap and cable assembly at each end. The lightsare suspended, one to each bay, using the eight light support straps (10) provided.
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