TM 10-8340-243-13&P
0005
Extending the Frame to its Full Height
CAUTION
When handling tent frame do not twist or turn. Damage to frame can result.
NOTE
For ease of assembly, the fabric wall sections may be attached before fully extending the
height of the frame. This is recommended if the fully extended height of 7 feet makes
attaching the walls difficult. Determine the best height for securing the walls and adjust
the frame legs accordingly.
1. Loosen all roof cap tent lines (Figure 13, Item 1).
2. Choose one of the sides with three legs, and place one person at each corner.
3. Lift the frame straight up off the ground and pull the locking pin (Figure 13, Item 2) on the base of the
upper leg assemblies (Figure 13, Item 3).
4. Raise the upper leg assemblies (Figure 13, Item 3) and rotate feet (Figure 13, Item 4) on lower leg
assemblies (Figure 13, Item 5) so that hole for metal tent pin faces outside of tent and the lower leg
assemblies lock in place. Intermediate holes are provided for final height adjustments. Four holes
should show in the lower leg assemblies. Ensure center leg assembly (Figure 13, Item 6) is also
locked.
5. Tighten roof cap tent lines (Figure 13, Item 1) on the side just extended.
6. Repeat for the opposite side.
7. Stake the frame feet (Figure 13, Item 4) down with the metal tent pins and adjust tent lines as
required.
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END OF TASK
