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e. Reposition suspension lines and V-tabs, and sew in place according to original construction.
3. Damage to Lower Lateral Band Extending Into Radial Seam. Repair as follows:
NOTE
The lower lateral band may be spliced in three places. In the event
of damage between two suspension lines where a splice has been
made previously, it must be removed and replaced. Either side may
be spliced depending on location of damage.
a. Cut stitching of suspension lines and V-tabs at damaged radial seam and at radial seam on each
side of damaged area. Move these items to one side.
b. Invert canopy and smooth around damaged area.
c. Cut a piece of 1-inch tubular nylon tape long enough to extend 6-inches on each side of damaged
area. Sear ends of tape.
d. Position tape over damaged area and, using a light-duty sewing machine, stitch with size E nylon
thread, and 7 to 11 stitches per inch. Sew in place with four continuous rows of stitching and
overstitch ends of tape 2-inches.
e. Reposition suspension lines and V-tabs, and sew in place according to original construction.
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