Recoverability Code - TM-55-6695-217-23P0007

TM 55-6695-217-23P

Code

Application/Explanation

- 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, 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

Application/Explanation

Codes

- 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 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)). Indicates 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, specification standards, and inspection requirements to identify an item or range of items.

NOTE:

When you use a 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 (insert applicable physical

security classification abbreviation, e.g., Phy Sec C1 (C) - Confidential, Phy Sec C1 (S) -Secret, Phy Sec C1 (T) - Top

Secret).