Operation in Maritime, High Altitude, Low Temperature, or Rainy Regions

TM 11-6720-248-12

Check the camera set daily; remove corrosion, fungus,

stored, wipe all exposed metal parts, except the camera,

mites, and mold. Wipe all exposed metal parts, except

with a cloth moistened with oil (FED VV-L-800). To

the camera, with a cloth moistened with Lubricating Oil,

remove condensation, allow the equipment to warm to

General Purpose (FED VVL-800) (FSN 9150-273-2389).

room temperature (para 3-9b) and then wipe with a

Store the camera set in a well ventilated area and air the

clean, dry cloth before using it. After the camera set has

carrying case daily. Do not leave film in the camera

been used in rainy, dusty, or dirty regions, it may need

overnight.

lubrication. If lubrication is necessary, turn in the camera

set for repair. Check the condition of the camera set

after each assignment; clean all parts as soon as

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Operation in Maritime, High Altitude, Low

possible. When storing the equipment, cover with water-

Temperature, or Rainy Regions

repellent material and add desiccant, if available, to

absorb moisture.

To prevent corrosion from salt-laden air or saltwater

spray and rusting from moisture when the camera set is

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