TM 10-8340-240-12&P
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MODULAR GENERAL PURPOSE TENT SYSTEM (MGPTS)
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OPERATION UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS
GENERAL
While it is not possible to prepare for all of the unusual conditions to which the MGPTS will be
exposed, the following information should be helpful during unusual climatic conditions.
a. Operation in high winds
All guy ropes must be staked down. Failure
to properly stake and tie down tent may
result in injury to personnel and damage to
equipment.
(1) Replace wooden stakes with ground anchor kit. (WP 0034, Item 2).
If ground anchor kit is not available use 36-inch wood stakes. (WP 0034, Item 11).
(2) Close and fasten all windows, doors and pass-throughs.
(3) Check all tent stakes and tighten guy ropes.
(4) Secure base of tent, by placing sandbags or snow on mudskirts, position outside of
tent.
b. Wet climate
Small amounts of moisture may accumulate in
the upper corners of the MGPTS when rain rate
is 4 inches per hour and 65-mph winds are
present. Moisture accumulation will be small to
unmeasurable. Users are advised that the MGPTS
may not offer a completely sealed environment
for some extreme conditions.
(1) If heavy rain is expected, or MGPTS is going to be set up for a long period of time dig
a perimeter trench around outside.
(2) Dry all MGPTS components before packing.
