chart (MAC) or SMR codes.) This position
will contain one of the following
maintenance codes:
Code
Application/Explanation
0
Unit maintenance 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 than 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 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:
Code
Application/Explanation
Z
Nonreparable item. When unserviceable,
condemn and dispose of the item at the
level of maintenance shown in the 3d
position of the 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 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 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.
CAGEC (Column (3)). The commercial and
government entity code (CAGEC) is a 5-digit numeric
code 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) that 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 an NSN to requisition an item, the
item you receive may have a different part
number from 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)
Items that are included in kits and sets are listed
below the name of the kit or set.
(3)
Spare/repair parts that make up an assembled
item are listed immediately following the
assembled item line entry.
(4)
Part number for bulk materials are referenced in
this column in the line item entry for the item to
be manufactured/fabricated.
(5)
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).
(6)
The UOC, when applicable (see paragraph F-5,
Special Information).
(7)
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 BOI, the total authorization is
increased proportionately.
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