Armasight NAMPVS1401F9DA1 PVS14 FLAG MG Multi-Purpose Night Vision Monocular - Manual (Page 44)

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(e) Refer to Figure 2-1 for proper placement of demist shield, battery, carrying case strap, lens
paper, sacrificial window, manual, browpads, headmount, helmet mount, headmount/helmet mount
adapter and weapon mount.
(f) Place the monocular into the shallow pocket of the carrying case.
(g) Place the carrying case into the shipping and storage case, close and latch (Figure 2-3).
(h) Return to storage area.
3.5 OPERATION UNDER UNUSUAL CONDITIONS
3.5.1. OPERATION IN DUSTY OR SANDY AREAS
CAUTION :
Operation in dusty or sandy areas can pit and scratch the optical elements and damage the
mechanical components unless the precautions given below are observed.
(1) Ensure that the sacrificial window is in place.
(2) Avoid pointing the monocular into the wind unless necessary for operation.
(3) Keep the carrying case closed unless removing or replacing items.
(4) Ensure that all dust and sand is removed from the MUNVM and carrying case after operation.
3.5.2. OPERATION IN RAINY OR HUMID CONDITIONS
CAUTION :
Operation in rainy or humid conditions can cause corrosion and deterioration of the MUNVM
unless the precautions given below are observed.
(1) Install the demist shield (paragraph 3.3.4).
(2) Keep the carrying case, and shipping and storage case closed unless removing or replacing items.
(3) Dry the monocular, mounts, and accessories after exposure to rain or high humidity and before stor-
age. This will prevent mildew from forming in the case.
(4) Do not store monocular in a wet carrying case or a wet shipping and storage case.
3.5.3. OPERATION IN SALT WATER AREAS
After exposure to salt water, clean the MUNVM (paragraph 4.3.1).
3.5.4. OPERATION IN NUCLEAR, BIOLOGICAL AND CHEMICAL ENVIRON-
MENTS
WARNING :
Do not use contaminated eyecup or eyeguard. They must be replaced.
(1) Decontamination – Wear a protective mask while using MUNVM after decontamination process.
(2) Hardness – Do not use DS-2 for decontaminating the MUNVM. To decontaminate, use 5% sodium
hypochlorite and rinse with hot (158° F) soapy water.