Western Shelter Systems AIRFRAME SENTINEL II, Technical Manual

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SECTION 5
TENT REPAIRS
The tent is provided with a plastic repair kit in turn contained in the inflation system bag.
The contents of the repair kit are shown below:
Component Quantity
Scissors 2 pcs
PVC fabric patches for cover liner (24''x20'') 1 pcs
PVC fabric patches for pneumatic arches (4''x4'') 10 pcs
PVC fabric patches for footprint (4''x4'') 10 pcs
Pressure relief valve caps 2 pcs
Pressure relief valve seals 8 pcs
Complete inflation valve 1 pcs
Inflation valve assembly tool 1 pcs
Pressure relief valve assembly tool 1 pcs
Minor EV/C2 two-component glue (8.82 oz) 1 pcs
Instruction manual 1 pcs
Figure 5.1 - Repair kit contents table.
5.1 WASHING AND CLEANING
Sweep and clean the footprint with a damp cloth. Automatic washing machines may be used: do not use temperatures higher
than 100°C or strong chemical solvents.
Clean any part coming into contact with corrosive substances immediately. Repair the tent if damaged or sent to the
manufacturer for general overhauling.
5.2 LOCATING PUNCTURES IN PNEUMATIC ARCHES
A - Inflate the arch at working pressure.
B - Check efficiency and sealing of all accessories (inflation and pressure relief valves) by pouring methylated spirits or
soapy water onto them. The presence of air bubbles is indicative of an air leak.
C - Check the entire pneumatic arch and mark the located punctures.
CAUTION! ALWAYS CHECK FOR OTHER PUNCTURES ON THE ARCH.
D - Clean both surfaces to be glued together by rubbing hard with a cloth and MEK (methyl ethyl ketone) solvent or
methylated spirits. Wait for the solvent to evaporate between each application.
CAUTION! BOTH METHYLATED SPIRITS AND METHYL ETHYL KETONE ARE HIGHLY FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS. KEEP
AWAY FROM NAKED FLAMES. ALWAYS ADOPT THE NECESSARY PRECAUTIONS BEFORE USING THESE
SUBSTANCES.