TM 55-1560-307-13&P
Code
Application/Explanation
O
-Organizational 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
Application/Explanation Code
H
-Reparable
item.
When
uneconomically
reparable, condemn and dispose of the item at the
general support level.
Recoverability
Application/Explanation
Code
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. COMMERCIAL AND GOVERNMENT ENTITY
(CAGE) CODE Column. A five position numeric or
alphanumeric
code
used
to
associate
a
source,
manufacturer, or controller to all reference and/or part
numbers.
d. PART NUMBER Column. 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 or 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.
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