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(b)
The maintenance code entered in the fourth position tells whether or not the item is to be repaired
and identifies the lowest maintenance level with the capability to do complete repair (i.e., perform all authorized "Repair"
functions). (NOTE: Some limited repair may be done on the item at a lower level of maintenance). This position will
contain one of the following maintenance codes:
Code
Application/Explanation
O
- Organizational is the lowest level that can do complete repair of the item.
F
- Direct support is the lowest level than 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 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:
Code
Definition
Z
- Nonreparable item. When unserviceable, condemn and dispose of the item at the
level of maintenance shown in the 3d position of the SMR code
O
- Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and dispose of the
item at unit maintenance or aviation unit level.
F
- Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and dispose of the
item at the direct support or aviation intermediate level.
H
- Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and dispose of the
item at the general support level.
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 of item 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.
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