TM  9-2350-261-34 NOTE Extensive   damage   between repaired  with  a  seam-to-seam seams   is patch.  For seam-to-seam   patch   repair,   do   steps   26 thru   30. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30, Open  seam  2  inches  (5  cm)  beyond  damaged area  on  both  sides. Square  off  damaged  area  from  seam  to seam. Cut  patch  2  inches  (5  cm)  wider  than squared-off   section.   Allow   for   3/4   inch (19   mm)   turn-under   on   sides. Center  patch  over  cutaway  section.  Turn sides  under  and  reform  double-felled  seams at  top  and  bottom. Finish   by   stitching   patch   into   place. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. NOTE For  webbing  and  reinforcement  repair,  do steps  31  and  32. Install   webbing   and   reinforcements.   Machine stitch   a   rectangular   pattern   1/8   inch   (3   cm) in  from  the  edges,  a  set  of  stitches  1/8  inch (3   mm)   in   from   end   stitchings,   and   diagonal stitches  from  corner  to  corner. Attach   all   leather   reinforcements.   Use   the same  stitching  method  used  for  webbing. Install   end   clips.   Insert   strap   into   ball-type end   clip.   Flatten   clip   with   hammer. Install   grommets   per   FM   10-16.   Holes punched  in  the  material  to  receive  grommets shall   be   smaller   than   outside   diameter   of grommet   barrel.   Clinch   grommets   firmly without   cutting   material. Install  line  loops  in  fastener  flaps.  Use hand-sewn,   overcast   stitch.   See   FM   10-16 for   overcast   stitch   and   information   on   hand sewing. Install   netting.   Use   machine   stitching. NOTE The   tent   should   be   treated,   as   needed. Use   sealing   compound   that   is   textile, paste  form  and  fire,  water,  weather  and mildew   resistant.   To   use   sealing   com- pound,  do  steps  37  thru  42. 37. 38. WARNING Sealing   compound   is   flam- mable.   Keep   it   away   from open   flame.   Keep   com- pound   off   your   skin.   Wash well  after  handling.  Use  sol- vent   spray   precautions. Make  sure  tent  is  dry.  Remove  dirt,  oil  and grease  stains. Erect  tent  (see  your  -10). goggles  and WARNING Dry cleaning solvent P–D-680    is toxic and flammable.   Always   use   in an  open  area  with  good  air flow,   away   from   sparks, h e a t     o r flames. Wear gloves. Do   not   breathe vapors.  Avoid  contact  with  skin,  eyes  and clothes.   If   you   get   dizzy   while   using solvent,  breathe  fresh  air  and  get  medical help.  If  solvent  gets  on  hands,  wash  them. If   solvent   gets   in   eyes,   flush   eyes   with fresh   water   and   get   medical   help immediately. Keep    fire    extinguisher nearby. 39. 40. 41. 42. Reduce  paste  to  spray  consistency  by  mixing with   dry   cleaning   solvent. Apply  compound  by  spray  gun.  Operator should   wear   respirator. Apply  compound  to  patches  and  newly repaired  areas. Allow  at  least  24  hours  for  tent  to  dry. GO   TO   NEXT   PAGE 15-5