TM 10-8340-227-13&P
CHAPTER 4
UNIT MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Section I. LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS.
4-1. GENERAL. Zippers can be lubricated using the slide fastener lubricant (Item 2, Appendix E), also contained in the
repair kit.
Section II. REPAIR PARTS, SPECIAL TOOLS, TMDE, AND SUPPORT EQUIPMENT.
4-2. COMMON TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT. For authorized common tools and equipment, refer to the Modified Table of
Organization and Equipment (MTOE) applicable to your unit.
4-3. SPECIAL TOOLS. Refer to Appendix B, Section II, Tool and Test Equipment Requirements, Maintenance
Allocation Chart, for additional tool and equipment requirements.
4-4. REPAIR PARTS. The repair parts required for unit level maintenance are listed and illustrated in Appendix F,
Repair Parts and Special Tools List.
Section III. SERVICE UPON RECEIPT.
4-5. UNPACKING. Upon receipt, open the tent cover assembly and remove the Soldier Crew Tent components listed
below. Report any damage to the carrier and your supervisor.
a. Frame assembly and frame bag assembly
b. Fly assembly
c. Liner assembly
d. Gear loft assembly
e. Tent cover assembly
f. Tent pegs and bag
g. Tent body assembly
4-6. INSPECTING UNPACKED EQUIPMENT. Inspect the unpacked components for damage, completeness, and
application of applicable Modification Work Orders (MWOs) as follows:
a. Damage. Check the equipment for damage incurred during shipment. Report any damage on DD Form 6,
Packaging Improvement Report. Also note damage on DA Form 2404, Equipment Inspection and Maintenance
Worksheet, and initiate corrective maintenance procedures in accordance with Section III of this chapter.
b. Completeness. Inspect the contents of the shipment against the packing slip to see if any items are missing
(See Appendix C, Components of End Item). Report any discrepancies noted in accordance with instructions in DA PAM
738-750. The equipment can be placed in service even if accessories or other parts/ assemblies that do not affect
proper functioning are missing.
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