PONCHO

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net is equipped with a drawstring to allow the net to be drawn snug around the neck

and tied. To keep the netting away from the face when the drawstring is to be drawn

snug, place a small, flexible branch inside the net and bend it in a circle around your

head. The branch will then lift the net away from the exposed skin of the face and

neck.

2-9. PONCHO

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The lightweight waterproof poncho is designed to be worn as an outer garment or

used as a shelter. The poncho has a hood with drawstring which may be worn over

the head, using the drawstring to secure the hood in position. Snaps are provided on

the front of the poncho to permit the poncho to be closed around the body. The

poncho can be erected as a one-man pup-tent style shelter. If more than one poncho

is available, a larger tent unit can be constructed as outlined in the large shelter

construction instructions stenciled on the poncho.

2-10. SMOKE AND ILLUMINATION

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SIGNAL

The smoke and illumination signal is a hand" actuated combination day or night

distress signal.

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