TM 10-3610-202-14
CHAPTER 15
REPAIR OF LADDER ASSEMBLY
15-1. General.
A ladder mounting bracket assembly is provided
on the outside of the rear wall of the shelter to the left of
the shelter door consisting of an upper bracket, a
backing plate, two retainers and a holddown assembly.
A holddown retaining strap is provided to secure the
ladder during movement of the shelter.
15-2. Ladder Assembly.
a Inspection. Inspect the ladder mounting bracket
and holddown assembly as follows:
(1)
Inspect the fastener loops and the screws
that attach them to the shelter wall for security and
condition.
(2)
Inspect the retaining strap and the
retaining strap buckle for security and condition.
(3)
Inspect
upper
mounting
bracket
for
cracks, rust, corrosion, security of attachment and
sealant condition.
(4)
Inspect retainer brackets for cracks, rust,
corrosion, security of attachment and sealant condition.
b. Ladder Holddown.
(1)
Removal. Remove ladder holddown as
follows: (a) Unlatch the retaining strap and remove the
ladder.
(b) Remove the screws that attach the
fastener loops to the shelter wall and remove the
fastener loops from the retaining strap. (See fig. 15-1.)
Figure 15-1. Ladder Assembly Holddown, Removal and Installation
15-1
