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c. Splicing a Severed Support Web. Refer to Figure 2-24 for splicing details on a severed support web and proceed
as follow:
Figure 2-24. Splicing Details for a Severed Support Web
(1) Cut and remove the severed portion of webbing at the two nearest lateral straps.
(2) Cut a length of Type VII nylon webbing long enough to extend 6-inches (15.240 cm) beyond each lateral strap
and sear the webbing ends.
(3) Center the splice matenal over the severed portion and stitch with a 6-inch (15 240 cm), 3-point, WW stitch
formation at each end of the splice material
(4) Overstitch the ends of the splice with one stitch Sew two rows of straight stitching, 1/4-inch (0.635 cm) In from
each edge of the splice between the stitch formations on the ends of the splice matenal. Perform stitching in
accordance with paragraph 2.8 and the specifics shown in Table 2-3.
3. LATERAL STRAP. The twelve lateral straps are made from Type VII nylon webbing. Each of the six lateral straps
with a quick-fit adapter on both ends measures 42-inches (106.680 cm) long. Each of the six lateral straps without
hardware measures 78-inches (198.120 cm) long.
a. Restitching. Restitch a lateral strap according to original construction and the specifics in Table 2-3
b. Splicing a Damaged Lateral Strap. For repair of a damaged lateral strap located within the support strap framework,
use the spicing instructions shown In paragraph 2.21. If the end of a lateral strap located outside the support strap
framework is damaged, it shall be spliced as outlined below:
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