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(b) The maintenance code in the fourth position indicates whether the item is to be repaired and
identifies the lowest. maintenance level with the capability to perform complete repair (i.e., all
authorized maintenance functions). This position will contain one of the following maintenance
codes:
Application/Explanation
Code
The lowest maintenance level capable of complete repair of the support item is the
o
The lowest maintenance level capable of complete repair of the support item is the direct
F
support level.
The lowest maintenance level capable of complete repair of the support item is the general
H
support level.
D
The lowest maintenance level capable of complete repair of the support item is the depot
level.
L
Repair restricted to designated specialized repair activity.
Nonreparable. No repair is authorized.
z
B
No repair is authorized. The item maybe reconditioned by adjusting, lubricating, etc., at
the user level. No parts or special tools are procured for the maintenance of this item.
(3) Recoverability Code. Recoverability codes are assigned to support items to indicate the disposition
action on unserviceable items. The recoverability code is entered in the fifth position of the Uniform
SMR Code format as follows:
Recoverability
Definition
Code
z
Nonreparable item. When unserviceable, condemn and dispose at the level indicated in
position 3.
0
Reparable item. When economically reparable, condemn and dispose at organizational
level.
F
Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and dispose at the direct
support level.
H
Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and dispose at the general
support level.
D
Reparable item. When beyond lower level repair capability, return to depot. Condemnation
and disposal not authorized below depot level.
L
Reparable item. Repair, condemnation and disposal not authorized below depot/specialized
repair activity level.
A
Item requires special handling or condemnation procedures because of specific reasons (i.e.,
precious metal content, high dollar value, critical material or hazardous material). Refer to
appropriate manuals/directives for specific instructions.
c. National Stock Number. This column indicates the National Stock Number assigned to the item and which
will be used for requisitioning purposes.
d. Description. This column indicates the Federal item name and any additional description of the item
required. Assembly components and subassemblies are indented under major assemblies. The abbreviation
"w/e", when used as a part of the nomenclature, indicates the Federal Stock Number which includes all
armament, equipment, accessories, and repair parts issued with the item. A part number or other reference
number is followed by the applicable five-digit National Supply Code for manufacturers in parentheses. Repair
parts quantities included in kits and sets are shorn in front of the repair part name. Material required for
manufacture or fabrication is identified.
e. Unit of Measure (U/M). A 2-character alphabetic abbreviation indicating the amount or quantity of the item
upon which the allowances are based; e.g., ft., ea., pr., etc.
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