Recoverability Code - TM-55-1740-203-13-P0142

TM 55-1740-203-13&P

Code

Application Explanation

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-Organizational or (aviation unit) is the lowest level that can do complete repair of

the item.

-Direct support or aviation intermediate is the lowest level that can do complete

repair of the item.

-General support is the lowest level that can do complete repair of the item.

-Specialized repair activity (designate the specialized repair actitity is the

lowest level that can do complete repair of the item,

-Depot is the lowest level that can do complete repair of the item.

-Nonreparable. No repair is authorized.

-No repair is authorized. (No parts or special tools arc authorized for the

maintenance of a "B'" coded item). However, the item may be reconditioned by

adjusting, lubricating, etc., at the user level.

(3) Recoverability Code. Recoverability codes are assigned to items to indicate the disposition ac-

tion on unserviceable items. The recoverability code is entered in the fifth position of the SMR Code as

follows:

Recoverability

Codes

Application/Explanation

-Nonreparable item. When unserviceable. condemn and dispose of the item at the

level of maintenance shown in 3d position of SMR Code.

-Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and dispose of the

item at organizational or aviation unit level.

-Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and dispose of the

item at the direct support or aviation intermediate level.

-Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and dispose of the

item at the general support level.

-Reparable item. When beyond lower level repair capability, return to depot.

Condemnation and disposal of item not authorized below depot level.

-Reparable item. Condemnation and disposal not authorized below specialized

repair activity (SRA).

-Item requires special handling or condemnation procedures because of specific

reasons (e.g., precious metal content, high dollar value, critical material, or hazar-

dous material). Refer to appropriate manuals directives for specific instructions.

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.

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