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Table 3-1. Troubleshooting.
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1.
DOOR DOES NOT OPEN OR CLOSE SMOOTHLY
Step 1.
Inspect hinges for adequate lubrication.
Lubricate as required (paragraph 3-1).
Step 2.
Adjust or repair door as necessary (paragraph 3-18).
2.
DOOR DOES NOT STAY OPEN
Step 1.
Check to see if door brace catch is installed in lower brace bracket.
Install catch in bracket (paragraph 3-22).
Step 2.
Check to see if door brace catch is damaged.
Install new door brace catch on lower brace bracket.
3.
DOOR HANDLE IS JAMMED OR DOES NOT OPERATE SMOOTHLY
Step 1.
Inspect components for adequate lubrication.
Lubricate as required (paragraph 3-1).
Step 2.
Inspect door handle and latching mechanism for missing or damage
components.
Repair or replace components as required (paragraph 3-20).
4.
WATER IS GETTING INTO SHELTER
Step 1.
Inspect shelter walls and ceiling for leaks.
Patch any holes (paragraph 3-9.c).
Step 2.
Check to see if roof access steps have pulled away from shelter wall.
Apply sealer to gaps around step flange, or replace step (paragraph 3-23).
Step 3.
Check condition of weather gaskets on door.
Replace deteriorated gaskets (paragraph 3-18).
Step 4.
Check condition of drip molding.
Replace defective drip molding (paragraph 3-12).
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