ARMY TM 10-8340-211-13
AIR FORCE TO 35E5-1-101
Key
Control
Function
1
Blackout Flap (shown rolled up)
Covers window under blackout conditions.
2
Blackout Tie Tapes (2 tapes)
Secure blackout flap when rolled up.
3
Blackout Tie Tapes (5 tapes)
Secure blackout flap when covering window.
4
Plastic Window Pane (shown rolled
Allows light to enter tent.
up - open)
5
Window Pane Ties
Secure window pane when open (rolled up).
6
Window Panel Slide Fastener
Secures window pane when closed (rolled
down).
7
Screen
Keeps out insects and flying debris.
8
Dual Eave Guy Lines
Anchor tent at weak point in tent covered by
window opening in tent body.
9
Fairlead
Supports guy lines which are threaded through it.
10
Hook
Attaches fairlead to tent.
Section II. OPERATOR PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
CHECKS AND SERVICES (PMCS)
2-5. General. In order to be sure the tent is always ready for use, it must be inspected at specific intervals so that
defects may be found and corrected before they result in serious damage or failure.
a.
Before You Operate. Always keep in mind the CAUTIONS and WARNINGS. Perform your before (B) PMCS.
b.
While You Operate. Always keep in mind the CAUTIONS and WARNINGS. Perform your during (D) PMCS.
c.
After You Operate. Be sure to perform your after (A) PMCS.
d.
Weekly. Perform your weekly (W) PMCS.
e.
Once Each Month. Perform your monthly (M) PMCS.
f.
If Your Equipment Fails to Operate. If your equipment does not perform as required, notify higher level of
maintenance. Report any malfunctions or failures on the proper DA Form 2404 or refer to DA Pam 738-750.
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