ARMY TM 10-1670-279-23&P
AIR FORCE T.O. 13C5-27-2
NAVY NAVAIR 13-1-28
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Explanation of Columns (Sections II and III) (cont).
(b) The maintenance code entered in the fourth position tells whether or not the item Is to be repaired and
identifies the lowest maintenance level with the capability to do complete repair (i.e., perform all authorized functions.)
(NOTE: Some limited repair may be done on the item at a lower level of maintenance, if authorized by the Maintenance
Allocation Chart (MAC) and SMR code.) This position will contain one of the following maintenance codes.
Code
Application/Explanation
O —
Unit or aviation unit is the lowest level that can do complete repair of the Item.
F — Direct support or aviation intermediate is the lowest level that can do complete repair of the item.
H —
General support is the lowest level that can do complete repair of the item.
L — Specialized repair activity (designate the specialized repair activity) is the lowest level that can do
complete repair of the item.
D —
Depot 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, lubricating, 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:
Recoverability
codes
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 or aviation unit
level.
F — Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and dispose of the item at the direct support or
aviation intermediate level.
H — Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and dispose of the item at the 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 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 sup- plies the item.
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