TM 9-2350-261-34 NOTEExtensive damage betweenrepaired with a seam-to-seamseams ispatch. Forseam-to-seam patch repair, do steps 26thru 30.26.27.28.29.30,Open seam 2 inches (5 cm) beyond damagedarea on both sides.Square off damaged area from seam toseam.Cut patch 2 inches (5 cm) wider thansquared-off section. Allow for 3/4 inch(19 mm) turn-under on sides.Center patch over cutaway section. Turnsides under and reform double-felled seamsat top and bottom.Finish by stitching patch into place.31.32.33.34.35.36.NOTEFor webbing and reinforcement repair, dosteps 31 and 32.Install webbing and reinforcements. Machinestitch 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 diagonalstitches from corner to corner.Attach all leather reinforcements. Use thesame stitching method used for webbing.Install end clips. Insert strap into ball-typeend clip. Flatten clip with hammer.Install grommets per FM 10-16. Holespunched in the material to receive grommetsshall be smaller than outside diameter ofgrommet barrel. Clinch grommets firmlywithout cutting material.Install line loops in fastener flaps. Usehand-sewn, overcast stitch. See FM 10-16for overcast stitch and information on handsewing.Install netting. Use machine stitching.NOTEThe tent should be treated, as needed.Use sealing compound that is textile,paste form and fire, water, weather andmildew resistant. To use sealing com-pound, do steps 37 thru 42.37.38.WARNINGSealing compound is flam-mable. Keep it away fromopen flame. Keep com-pound off your skin. Washwell after handling. Use sol-vent spray precautions.Make sure tent is dry. Remove dirt, oil andgrease stains.Erect tent (see your -10).goggles andWARNINGDrycleaningsolventP–D-680 istoxicandflammable. Always use inan open area with good airflow, away from sparks,h e a t o rflames.Weargloves.Do not breathevapors. Avoid contact with skin, eyes andclothes. If you get dizzy while usingsolvent, breathe fresh air and get medicalhelp. If solvent gets on hands, wash them.If solvent gets in eyes, flush eyes withfresh water and get medical helpimmediately.Keep fire extinguishernearby.39.40.41.42.Reduce paste to spray consistency by mixingwith dry cleaning solvent.Apply compound by spray gun. Operatorshould wear respirator.Apply compound to patches and newlyrepaired areas.Allow at least 24 hours for tent to dry.GO TO NEXT PAGE15-5
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