Recoverability Code (Cont)

TM 5-4120-364-23P

Recoverability

Application/Explanation

Codes

O -Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn

and dispose of the item at organizational or aviation unit level

F -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.

D -Reparable item. When beyond lower lower level repair capabiliy, return to

depot. Condemnation and disposal of item not authorized below depot level.

L -Reparable item. Condemnation and disposal not authorized below

specializede repair activity (SRA).

A -Mm 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 supplies the item.

d. PART NUMBER (Column (4)). lndicates the primary number used by the manufacturer, (individual,

company, firm, corporation, or Government activity), which 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) The physical security classification of the item is indicated by the parenthetical entry, e.g., Phy

Sec Cl - Confidential, Phy Sec Cl (S) - Secret, Phy Sec Cl (T) - Top Secret.

(3) Items that are included in kits and sets are listed below the name of the kit or set.

(4) Spare/repair parts that makeup an assembled item are listed immediately following the

assembled item fine entry.

(5) Part numbers for bulk materials are referenced in this column in the line item entry for the item

to be manufactured/fabricate.

(6) When the item is not used with all serial numbers of the same model, the effective

serial numbers are shown on the last tine(s) of the description (before WC).