TM 10-8340-225-10
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OPERATION UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS-CONT.
(5)
Make sure, no leaks occur on the map boards or tables; protect them if leaks occur.
(6)
Make certain the outside roof cap corner flaps are securely fastened.
(7)
If the tent is adjoining another tent, make certain the rain gutter flaps are securely fastened against the
walls of both tents. The roof cap corner flaps should be securely positioned over the small opening where the
rain gutter extends from inside the tents.
c.
Operation in Snow.
(1)
Gently push up on the roof cap from inside of tent, to remove any accumulated snow.
(2)
Keep alert to moisture conditions and adjust all guy lines at tent stakes as required before weight or
shrinkage damages the tent.
(3)
If erecting in snow conditions, gently press the snow down to provide a firm surface to erect.
(4)
Press the snow down adjacent to the tent to provide a firm surface.
d.
Extreme Heat. The plain and window walls and/or window flap fabric may be rolled up to provide maximum
ventilation. Proceed with the following steps to roll up window flaps or plain and window walls.
(1)
Open the inner and outer window flaps. The extreme outside flap is of fabric and the inner flap is a plastic
window. Be sure and roll the outer flap under, so as to prevent any possible moisture accumulation. There are
two ties provided by which the outer window flap can be secured.
(2)
Roll up the plain and/or window walls. Again, it is best to roll these walls under, so as to prevent any
possible moisture accumulation. There are four buckles provided on the inside and outside of the walls to
secure.
(3)
Open-the entrance way/vestibule door and tie back.
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