TM 10-8400-203-23
24-6. REPAIR OF BODY ARMOR PROTECTIVE TROUSERS - Continued
(a) Format and content of the label is as specified below:
24-7. REPAIR OF PROTECTIVE OVERBOOTS
a.
Inspection (Figure 25-2). Inspect overboots for cuts or tears in the upper material and soles. Also check for
wear of the soles. Check for missing eyelets and missing, tom or frayed laces. A protective boot is
unserviceable if: any part of the sole is missing or loose; a cut or hole greater than 1/2 inch is present in the
upper part; tong is missing, ripped or tom; any seam is open.
b.
Maintenance. The only maintenance authorized is lace replacement (Figure 24-2). Cut lace from nylon
material to a minimum length of 97 inches. Single ends and install.
24-8. REPAIR OF PROTECTIVE EYEWEAR
a
Inspection (Figure 24-3). Inspect eyewear for scratches, cracks, and broken arm hinges.
b.
Replacement. No maintenance is authorized to this item. Replace eyewear if item does meet Code A or B
criteria
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BODY ARMOR, ANTI-FRAGMENTATION PROTECTIVE TROUSERS
When properly worn, this armor will provide a degree of protection to your
lower limbs against the effects of fragmentation from small anti-personnel
mines.
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
1.
Remove loose dirt from hook and loop fasteners and outer cover surface
using a cloth or soft brush. NEVER USE A STIFF BRISTLE BRUSH.
2.
Wet the trousers in the shower or immerse in water. Use warm (90°F), not
hot water.
3.
Apply toilet soap or detergent to the soiled areas and scrub with soft
brush. Badly soiled areas may be scrubbed with GI soap. Scrub only long
enough to remove soil. NEVER USE BLEACH TO CLEAN TROUSERS.
4.
Grease and soil stains may be pre-spotted with detergent mixture and
scrubbed with a soft brush. It a stubborn stain persists, repeat the above
procedure.
5.
Rinse the trousers with water until suds are completely gone.
6.
Fasten shoulder straps. Place straps on hangar and air dry. Hang the
trousers to dry away from heat or open flame.
SIZE:
IN-SEAM LENGTH:
CONTRACT #:
CONTRACT MANUFACTURER:
