TM 5-3610-287-10
Section IV. OPERATION UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS
performed within environmentally controlled conditions. However, the
following conditions may adversely affect the equipment and its operation.
NOTE
Section damage that permits light leaks or water/dirt
entry must be immediately repaired by organizational
maintenance personnel.
a. High Wind or Storm Conditions.
Relocate Section if trees or
structures present hazard.
b.
Cold Weather
(1) Remove snow and ice from leveling footplate and from area on
ground where leveling footplate will rest before attempting to level and
stabilize Section.
(2) In extreme cold, the power cable and ground cable will become
hard, brittle, and difficult to handle. Be careful when handling and
connecting cables to the Section so that kinks and unnecessary loops will
not result in permanent damage.
(3) Make certain that connections and cable receptacles located on
the power entry panel are free of frost, snow, or ice.
(4) When heaters are not operating, such as when Section is in
transport, liquid consumable supplies may freeze and break their
containers, then melt and ruin equipment or documents. Do not store liquid
consumables in Section under freezing conditions.
c. Extreme Heat. When air conditioners are not operating, such as
during transportation, consumable supplies may suffer reduced shelf life.
Avoid storing consumable supplies in Section during periods of extreme
heat.
d. Tropical Conditions. Fungi, mildew, or mold may form and damage
equipment, documents, and supplies if air conditioner/heaters are not
operating and if outside heat and humidity are allowed to enter the
Section.
e. Desert Conditions. Take extreme care to prevent dust, grit, and
sand from entering Section, or supplies, documents, or equipment
(particularly the Printing Press) may be ruined. Change air filters
whenever airflow is restricted. Clean Section interior more frequently
than specified by PMCS schedules.
