TM 10-8340-208-13
CHAPTER 4
ORGANIZATIONAL MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Section I. SERVICE UPON RECEIPT OF EQUIPMENT
4-1. Inspecting and Servicing the Equipment
Refer to paragraph 2-1 for inspection and servicing procedures.
4-2. Installation
Refer to paragraph 2-7 for installation procedures.
Section II. MOVEMENT TO A NEW WORKSITE
4-3. Dismantling for Movement
Refer to paragraph 2-8 for dismantling procedures.
4-4. Reinstallation After Movement
Refer to paragraph 2-7 for reinstallation procedures.
Section III. REPAIR PARTS, SPECIAL TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT
4-5. Tools and Equipment
Tools, equipment, and repair parts issued with or authorized for the Vehicle Maintenance Tent, are listed in Appendix B.
4-6. Special Tools and Equipment
No special tools or equipment are required by organizational personnel to perform maintenance on the Vehicle
Maintenance Tent.
4-7. Maintenance Repair Parts
Repair parts and equipment are listed and illustrated in appendix D.
Section IV. MAINTENANCE OF TENT BODY AND SUPPORT
4-8. Tent
a. Inspection. Inspect the tent (5, fig. 1-1) for rips, holes, dirt, damaged hardware, and missing parts.
b. Cleaning.
(1) Use a mild soap and water solution and a soft bristle brush to remove dirt from the tent. Rinse the tent with
clear water.
(2) Hang the tent up and allow it to dry.
c. Repair and Replacement.
(1) Hand sewing.
(a) Select the proper tools and material from the canvas repair kit.
(b) Hand sew any rips or holes in the tent by following the proper procedures in TM 10-269.
(2) Cement patching.
NOTE
A hole or rip in the tent not greater than 4 inches in diameter or length should be repaired by
using a cement patch.
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