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Chapter 1. INTRODUCTION - TM-10-1670-201-230017
Attaching a Log Record.
Parachute log record.
Figure 1-2. Parachute log record entries for the inside front and back covers, typical
Figure 1-4. Log record entries for the modification work order compliance page.
Parachute harness log record.
Figure 1-8. Entries for harness log record jump, inspection, and repack data page, typical
Replacing a lost log record.
Chapter 2. MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
Section II. GENERAL MAINTENANCE SPECIFICS
Table 2-1. Parachute Repack Interval Schedule.
Parachute Repack Intervals.
Shop Layout Details.
Equipment Disposition.
Equipment Immersed in Salt Water.
Section III. INSPECTION PROCEDURES
Pack-in-process Inspection. - TM-10-1670-201-230033
Routine Inspection.
Testing the Personnel Parachute Harness and Quick Release.
Figure 2-4. Positioning protector plates on vise jaws
Figure 2-5. Quick release positioned in vise, typical.
Testing a Canopy Release Assembly.
Figure 2-7. Assembly of a canopy release, typical
Testing a Ripcord.
Figure 2-8.1. Assembling Cable Loop Type Canopy Release (Sheet 1 of 2).
Figure 2-8.1. Assembling Cable Loop Type Canopy Release (Sheet 2 of 2).
Figure 2-9. Performing a ripcord locking pin test, typical.
Testing a Static Line Snap Assembly.
Drop-testing Criteria.
Figure 2-12. Performing shakeout on personnel and other small parachutes, typical.
Shakeout of large cargo parachutes.
Cleaning and Drying. - TM-10-1670-201-230048
Accordion Folding.
Figure 2-13. Accordion folding a parachute canopy assembly, typical.
Rigger Rolling.
Figure 2-14. Rigger rolling a parachute canopy assembly, typical.
Rigger Rolling. (Cont)
Chapter 3. REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
Section III. SEWING PROCEDURES
Darning and Zigzag Sewing Repairs.
Figure 3-2. Hand darning method, typical.
Zigzag  Sewing.
Section IV. PATCHING PROCEDURES
Figure 3-4. Basic patch application to parachute canopy, typical.
he Parachute Mending Cloth Patch.
Table 3-2. Mending Cloth Patching Specifications for Cargo Parachutes.
Applying a Miscellaneous Canopy Patch.
Figure 3-7. Common miscellaneous patches for bias-constructed canopies (sheet 1 of 7).
Figure 3-7. Common miscellaneous patches for bias-constructed canopies (sheet 2 of 7).
Figure 3-7. Common miscellaneous patches for bias-constructed canopies (sheet 3 of 7).
Figure 3-7. Common miscellaneous patches for bias-constructed canopies (sheet 4 of 7).
Figure 3-7. Common miscellaneous patches for bias-constructed canopies (sheet 5 of 7).
Figure 3-7. Common miscellaneous patches for bias-constructed canopies (sheet 6 of 7).
Figure 3-7. Common miscellaneous patches for bias-constructed canopies (sheet 7 of 7).
Figure 3-8. Common miscellaneous patches for block-constructed canopies (sheet 1 of 5).
Figure 3-8. Common miscellaneous patches for block-constructed canopies (sheet 2 of 5).
Figure 3-8. Common miscellaneous patches for block-constructed canopies (sheet 3 of 5).
Figure 3-8. Common miscellaneous patches for block-constructed canopies (sheet 4 of 5).
Figure 3-8. Common miscellaneous patches for block-constructed canopies (sheet 5 of 5).
Patching a Radial Seam.
Figure 3-9. Securing a patch on a radial seam, typical
Figure 3-10. Splicing a fiborous cord line with core thread.
Section V. SPLICING PROCEDURES
Splicing Lateral Bands.
Lower Lateral Band - TM-10-1670-201-230081
Splicing Edge Bindings.
Section VI. FABRICATION PROCEDURES
Figure 3-16. Normal gore section replacement details, typical (sheet 1 of 2)
Figure 3-16. Normal gore section replacement details, typical (sheet 2 of 2)
Modified Section Replacement.
Figure 3-17. Modified gore section replacement details, typical.
Multiple Section Replacement.
Replacing Canopy Lines.
Attaching a Replacement Canopy Line to Connector Link Assemblies.
Figure 3-18A. Splicing damaged line to new line for line replacement.
Figure 3-19. Details for attaching cord canopy line with core threads to connector link assembly, typical
Replacing Radial Lines.
Replacing Suspension Lines.
Replacing a Coreless Cord Suspension Line.
Replacing Vent Lines.
Figure 3-24. Vent line attachment details, typical.
Replacing Pocket Bands.
Replacing V-Tabs.
Figure 3-27. V-tab replacement details, typical.
Section VII. REPAIRING AND REPLACING STOCKED ITEMS
Parachute Harness Quick Release Assembly.
Disassembly.
Parts inspection
Parachute Harness Quick Release Pad.
Parachute Connector Link Assemblies.
Repair. - TM-10-1670-201-230107
Pack Opening Spring Band
Original snap fastener removal.
Repair and preparation of the original snap fastener area.
Table 3-3. Hand Tools for Snap Fastener- and Grommet Installation
Table 3-4. Snap Fastener Component Chuck and Die Compatibility List
Hand-held method.
Grommets.
Repair. - TM-10-1670-201-230115
Table 3-5. Grommet Assembly Chuck / Punch and Die Compatibility List
Figure 3-42. Tools used for grommet installation, typical.
Figure 3-43. Grommet installation by hand-held method, typical.
Flat grommet installation by hand operated press.
Dressmakers Eye (Hookeye.)
Pack Releasing Cones.
Figure 3-46. Pack releasing cone tacking details
Parachute Suspension Line Retainer Bands.
Chapter 4. SHIPMENT REQUIREMENTS
Chapter 5. ADMINISTRATIVE STORAGE
Appendix A: REFERENCES - TM-10-1670-201-230126
Appendix A: REFERENCES (Cont) - TM-10-1670-201-230127
Appendix B: KNOT FORMATION DETAILS
Figure B-1. Formation details for knots issued in airdrop equipment maintenance
ALPHABETICAL INDEX - TM-10-1670-201-230130
ALPHABETICAL INDEX (Continued)
TM-10-1670-201-23 General Maintenance of Parachutes and Other Airdrop Equipment Manual






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