Recoverability Code - TB-9-2320-279-13-10474

DRAFT

TB 9-2320-279-13-1

ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST (RPSTL) - Continued

NOTE

Some limited repair may be done on the item at a lower level of maintenance, if authorized

by the maintenance allocation chart and SMR codes.

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Maintenance

Application/Explanation

Code

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

Direct support 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 activity) 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 are authorized for the

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

by adjusting, lubrication, etc., at the user level.

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3. Recoverability Code. Recoverability codes are assigned to items to indicate the disposition action on

unserviceable items. The recoverability code is shown in the fifth position of the SMR code as follows:

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Recoverability

Application/Explanation

Code

Nonreparable item. When unserviceable, condemn and dispose of

the item at the level of maintenance shown in the 3rd position of the

SMR code.

Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and

dispose of the item at unit level.

Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and

dispose of the item at the direct support 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 are not authorized at

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 (such as precious metal content, high dollar

value, critical material or hazardous materiel). Refer to appropriate

manuals/directives for specific instructions.

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