TM 10-8340-243-13&P
0002
Roof Cap Assembly. The roof cap (Figure 6, Item 1) is constructed of the same material as the walls.
On the inside, 8-inch wide reinforcements are located along the front and rear, with quick disconnect
female fasteners located approximately 18 inches apart. Two strips of 2-inch wide hook fastener are sewn
to the reinforcement. Along the sides, 16 -inch reinforcements are located, with quick disconnect
female fasteners spaced approximately 18 inches apart. Two strips of 2-inch wide hook fastener are sewn
to the reinforcement below the fasteners. In addition, strap assemblies with quick disconnect fasteners
are located on the upper part of the reinforcement. An 11-inch by 24-inch vent flap assembly, consisting
of an insect screen covered by inside and outside vent flaps, is located at each end of the roof cap. A 5-
inch by 6 -inch stove pipe opening is located within an 18-inch by 18-inch stove pipe shield. A flap with
tie tapes is sewn to the upper seam of the stove pipe shield opening. A strip of 2-inch wide pile fastener is
sewn to the inside edges of the flap, and a 2-inch wide hook fastener strip is sewn around the outside
edges of the stove pipe shield opening. A corner flap assembly is located at each exterior corner to
provide protection from water. Strips of hook fastener are sewn to the underside of the corner flap
assembly. Rope chapes are located at the peaks and sides of the roof cap. An identification label is
located on the inside. One roof cap is provided with each MCPS.
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