Section IV. OPERATION UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS

TM 5-3610-254-14

2-19. OPERATION OF AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT

a. The editorial and photomechanical unit of the special warfare printing plant is used in conjunction with the press

shelter unit, operating procedures for which are contained in TM 5-3610-255-14. The primary mission of both

units is the production of special psychological warfare leaflets.

b. The generator is operated in accordance with the applicable Department of the Army Technical manual.

Section IV. OPERATION UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS

2-20. OPERATION UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS

Some of the unusual conditions that may be encountered are extreme cold, extreme heat, dust or sand, and rain or high

humidity.

OPERATION IN EXTREME COLD. The operation of the internal equipment is performed within environmentally

controlled conditions; however, the main power supply cable and grounding cable in extreme cold will be hard, brittle and

difficult to handle. Be careful when handling or connecting the cables to the shelter so that kinks and unnecessary loops

will not result in permanent damage. Make certain that connections and cable receptacles on the outside of the shelter

are free of frost, snow, and ice. When shelter heaters . ire not operating or when the shelter is being transported, liquid

consumable supplies may freeze, break their containers, and then melt and ruin equipment or documents.

OPERATION IN EXTREME HEAT. The operation of the internal equipment is performed within environmentally

controlled conditions; however, during transportation or when air-conditioning units are not operating, consumable

supplies may suffer reduced shelf-life, and internal components may have accelerated deterioration of gaskets, seals, or

insulation.

OPERATION IN TROPICAL CONDITIONS. Fungi, mildew or mold will form on and in equipment, documents, and

supplies if internal environment is not operating and outside heat and humidity are allowed to enter the shelter.

OPERATION IN DESERT CONDITIONS. Dust, grit and sand will ruin supplies, equipment, and documents. Use

extreme care to prevent dust, grit, and sand from getting into the shelter. Air filters will be changed whenever air flow is

restricted and vacuuming of shelter interior must be conducted more frequently than specified by PMCS schedules.