TM 10-8340-227-13&P5-5. MACHINE STITCHING - Continuedshall be overstitched not less than 1 1/2 inches. Skipped stitches in 401 stitching may be overstitched with type 301stitching. Skipped stitches noted during inspection shall be repaired as specified for thread breaks in a., above.5-6. AUTOMATIC STITCHING. Automatic stitching machines may be used to perform any of the required stitchpatterns provided the requirements of the stitch pattern, stitches per inch, size and type of thread are met, and at leastthree or more overlapping, tying or backstitches secure the ends of the stitching.5-7. REPAIR FABRIC ASSEMBLIESThis task covers: RepairINITIALSETUPTools:Sewing Machine (Appendix B, Section III, Item 5)Materials/Parts:Refer to Appendix FEquipmentCondition:Although the fabric assemblies can be repaired during operational use of the tent when necessary, it is recommendedthat the fabric be repaired when the tent is not in use, since repairs are easier when the fabric assemblies are separated.The fabric assemblies should be clean and dry.RepairFabricAssembliesRepair rips, tears, holes or separated seams as necessary. Follow the procedures outlined in paragraphs 5-6 and 5-7above and FM 10-16 to perform the repairs.5-2
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