TM 10-5410-284-13&PTM 10602A-13&PLIGHTWEIGHT MAINTENANCE ENCLOSURE (LME)0006 00CONTROLS AND INDICATORS0006 00-1/2 blankOPERATION IN UNUSUAL ENVIRONMENT/WEATHER CONDITIONSPrecautions can be taken to lessen the effect of unusual and potentially dangerous weather or otherenvironmental conditions. The following steps are designed to prevent damage to the LME and avoidpossible injury to personnel.High winds. During operation in windy conditions:* Check that all guy lines are in place, taught, and securely staked.* Close and secure all doors and windows.* Ensure bottom of intermediate and end fabric sections are staked securely to the ground.* Check steel pins in the frame assembly feet for security.* Frequently check tent pins and guy lines. CAUTIONThe LME should not be operated with one end closed and one open.This causes a “wind sock” effect and can cause damage to the structure.Rain/Wet Climate. During operation in rain and in wet climates:*Close and secure all doors and windows.*Repair known leaks in the fabric sections before heavy rains using the LME repair kit. (Refer toAppendix A).*Keep guy lines relatively loose to allow for shrinkage due to dampness, unless high winds are alsoexpected.*Check the condition of the power distribution box frequently. If box is wet due to leaks, disconnectpower. *To minimize the effects of potential flooding, dig a trench around the LME to evacuate excesswater. Snow and extreme Cold.*Remove snow from the roof using a snow rake (Refer to Paragraph 6.14). Gently push up on theroof from inside to remove snow that may have accumulated. *Close and secure all doors and windows.*When setting up the LME on snow covered ground, either remove snow or tamp it down toprovide a firm footing.Extreme Heat. *Open all doors and tie them back.*Open all windows and tie up the flaps.Damaged or Bent Purlins.*A ridge or eave purlin that has been damaged or bent but is still servicable should be moved to the lowerpart of the structure and used as a base purlin.END OF WORK PACKAGE
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