SECTION I
TM 53810-232-20P
D -
Depot is the lowest level that can do complete
repair of the item.
L -
Specialized repair activity is the lowest level
that can do complete repair of the item.
Z -
Nonreparable. No repair is authorized.
B -
No repair is authorized. (No parts or special
tools are authorized for the maintenance of a "B"
coded item). However, the item may be
reconditioned by adjusting, lubrication, etc., at
the user level.
(3) Recoverability Code. Recoverability codes
are assigned to items to indicate the disposition action
on unserviceable items. The recoverability code is
entered in the fifth position of the SMR Code as
follows:
Code
Application/Explanation
Z-
Nonreparable item. When unserviceable,
condemn and dispose of the item at the level of
maintenance shown in 3d position of SMR
Code.
O -
Reparable item. When uneconomically
reparable, condemn and dispose of the item at
unit maintenance or aviation unit level.
F -
Reparable item. When uneconomically
reparable, condemn and dispose of the item at
the intermediate direct support or aviation
intermediate level.
H-
Reparable item. When uneconomically
reparable, condemn and dispose of the item at
the intermediate general support level.
D -
Reparable item. When beyond lower level repair
capability, return to depot. Condemnation and
disposal of item not authorized below depot
level.
L -
Reparable item. Condemnation and disposal of
item not authorized below specialized repair
activity (SRA).
A -
Item requires special handling or condemnation
procedures because of specific reasons (e.g.,
precious metal content, high dollar value,
critical material, or hazardous material). Refer to
appropriate manuals/directives for specific
instructions
c. FSCM (Column (3)). The Federal Supply Code for
Manufacturer (FSCM) is a 5-digit numeric code which is
used to identify the manufacturer, distributor, or
Government agency, etc., that supplies the item
d. PART NUMBER (Column (4)). Indicates the
primary number used by the manufacturer (individual,
company, firm, corporation, or Government activity),
which controls the design and characteristics of the item
by means of its engineering drawings,
specifications standards, and inspection requirements to
identify an item or range of items.
NOTE: When you use a NSN to requisition an item, the
item you receive may have a different part number
form the part ordered.
e. DESCRIPTION AND USABLE ON CODE (UOC)
(Column (5)). This column includes the following
information:
(1) The Federal item name and, when required,
a minimum description to identify the item.
(2) Physical security classification. Not
applicable
(3) Items that are included in kits and sets are
listed below the name of the kit or set on Figure KIT.
(4) Spare/repair parts that make up and
assembled item are listed immediately following the
assembled item line entry.
(5) Part numbers for bulk materials are
referenced in this column in the line item entry for the
item to be manufactured/fabricated.
(6) When the item is not used with all serial
numbers of the same model, the effective serial
numbers are shown on the last line(s) of the description
(before UOC). Not applicable.
(7) The usable on code, when applicable (see
paragraph 5, Special information)
(8) In the Special Tools List section, the basis of
issue (BOI) appears as the last line(s) in the entry for
each special tool, special TMDE, and other special
support equipment When density of equipment
supported exceeds density spread indicated in the basis
of issue, the total authorization is increased
proportionately.
(9) The statement "END OF FIGURE" appears
just below the last item description in Column 5 for a
given figure in both Section II and Section III.
f. QTY (Column (6)). The QTY (quantity per figure
column) indicates the quantity of the item used in the
breakout shown on the illustration figure, which is
prepared for a functional group, subfunctional group, or
an assembly. A "V" appearing in this column in lieu of a
quantity indicates that the quantity is variable and the
quantity may vary from application to application 4.
Explanation of Columns (Section IV).
a. NATIONAL STOCK NUMBER (NSN) INDEX
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