TM 9-2350-261-34
N O T E
A hole or tear in the tent more than 4-3/4
inches (12 cm) in diameter or length may
be repaired by a cement patch. The tear
must not occur on seams, edges, or areas
that support hardware. The materials
used to make a cement patch are
adhesive, round patches, roller, board,
wire brush, and soft bristled brush. For
cement patch repair, do steps 13 thru 20.
13.
14.
15.
Select one of three sizes of patches that will
overlap damaged area with a margin of at
least 3/4 inch (19 cm) on all sides.
Place board under damaged area for a flat
working surface.
Buff patch and damaged area of tent with a
wire brush.
W A R N I NG
Adhesive is flammable and
can injure you. Keep it
away from heat, sparks,
and open flame. Avoid re-
peated or prolonged breath-
ing of vapors. Avoid contact
with your skin.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
Center patch over damaged area. Apply
adhesive to patch and patch edge with a
soft bristle brush, making a circle on tent.
Lift patch. Apply adhesive to area of tent
inside adhesive circle.
Allow adhesive to dry until tacky.
Press cement surfaces together firmly with
roller while tacky.
Seal by wiping edge of patch with soft
bristle brush.
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G O T O N E X T P A G E