Mounting Front Panel.

TM 5-2420-224-10

a. Mounting Front Panel.

(1)

Position the front panel assembly on the top of the Falling Object Protective Structure (FOPS) with

the thermal tape facing out.

(2)

When an acceptable position is obtained, mark the outline of the front panel assembly on the

FOPS.

(3)

Thoroughly clean marked area of the FOPS surface with Ethyl Alcohol (NSN 6810-00-127-4532)

and let dry.

(4)

Spray the vehicle area that will be covered by the Velcro Hook with tape adhesive primer (NSN

8040-00-938-6860). Remove the protective backing from the Velcro Hook which is attached to the

Velcro Pile on the front panel.

(5)

Position the front panel on the marked outline on the FOPS and firmly press into place. Allow a

period of 48 hours for adhesive on fastener tape to cure before installing the rear panel assembly.

NOTE

After initial installation, the thermal tape side of the front panel will be exposed.

To conceal the thermal tape side of the front panel, cover it with the rear panel

assembly.

b. Mounting Rear Panel.

NOTE

To turn off the rear panel assembly, hide the thermal tape by removing the

assembly, reversing (top to bottom) and reinstalling it. The thermal tape is not

exposed when you can read "this side off" and the tape surfaces face each other.

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