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(b)
The maintenance code entered in the fourth position indicates whether the item is to be repaired and
identifies the lowest maintenance level with the capability to perform complete repair (i.e., all
authorized maintenance functions). (NOTE: Some limited repair may be done on the item at a lower
level of maintenance, if authorized by the Maintenance Allocation Chart (MAC) and SMR codes.)
This position will contain one of the following maintenance codes:
Application/Explanation
Code
-
Organizational is the lowest level that can do complete repair of the item.
O
-
Direct support is the lowest level that can do complete repair of the item.
F
-
General support is the lowest level that can do complete repair of the item.
H
-
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.
-
Nonrepairable. No repair is authorized.
Z
-
No repair is authorized. (No parts or special tools are authorized for the maintenance of a "B"-coded
B
item.) However, the item may be reconditioned by adjusting, lubrication, 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:
Application/Explanation
Code
-
Z
Nonrepairable item. When unserviceable, condemn and dispose of the item at the level of
maintenance shown in the 3rd position of SMR Code.
0
-
Repairable item. When uneconomically Repairable, condemn and dispose of the item at
organizational level.
-
Repairable item. When uneconomically Repairable, condemn and dispose of the item at the
F
direct support level.
-
Repairable item. When uneconomically Repairable, condemn and dispose of the item at
H
the general support level.
-
Repairable item. When beyond lower level repair capability, return to depot. Condemnation
D
and disposal of item not authorized below depot level.
-
Repairable item. Condemnation and disposal not authorized below specialized repair activity (SRA).
L
-
Item requires special handling or condemnation procedures because of specific reasons
A
(e.g., precious metal content, high dollar value, critical material or hazardous material).
Refer to appropriate manuals/directives for specific instructions.
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