Recoverability Code

TM 10-3930-634-34P

Application/Explanation

Code

- Organizational is the lowest category that can do complete

repair of the item.

- Direct support is the lowest category that can do complete

repair of the item.

- General support is the lowest category that can do complete

repair of the item.

- 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:

Definition

Recoverability

Codes

- Nonreparable item. When unserviceable, condemn and

dispose of the item at the category of maintenance shown in

3rd position of SMR Code.

- Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn

and dispose of the item at organizational category.

- Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn

and dispose of the item at the direct support category.

- Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn

and dispose of the item at the general support category.

- Item requires special handling or condemnation procedures

because of specific reasons (i.e., precious metal content, high

dollar value, critical material, or hazardous material). Refer

to appropriate manuals/directives for specific instructions.

c. National Stock Number (Column (3)). Lists the National stock number (NSN) assigned to the

item. Use the NSN for requests/requisitions.

d. FSCM (Column(4)). 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.

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