TM 10-3930-659-20 22-3. PREPARATION OF EQUIPMENT FOR ADMINISTRATIVE STORAGE. a. Storage Site. (1) Select the best available site for administrative storage.  Separate stored equipment from equipment in use.  Conspicuously mark the area "Administrative Storage". (2)    Covered space Is preferred. (3) Open sites should be improved hardstand, if available.  Unimproved sites should be firm, well-drained, and free of excessive vegetation. b. Storage Plan. (1)    Store  equipment  so  as  to  provide  maximum  protection  from  the  elements  and  to  provide  access  for Inspection, maintenance, and exercising.  Anticipate removal or deployment problems and take suitable precautions. (2)    Take into consideration environmental conditions, such as extreme heat or cold; high humidity; blowing sand, dust, or loose debris; soft ground; mud; heavy snows; or any combination thereof, and take adequate precautions. (3)    Establish a fire plan and provide for adequate fire fighting equipment and personnel. c. Maintenance Services and Inspection. (1) Maintenance Services.  Prior to storage, perform the next scheduled PMCS. (2) Inspection.    Inspect  and  approve  the  equipment  prior  to  storage.    Do  not  place  nonmissloncapable equipment in storage. d. Auxiliary Equipment and Basic Issue Items. (1)    Process auxiliary and basic issue items simultaneously with the major item to which they are assigned. (2)    If possible, store auxiliary and basic issue items with the major item. (3)    If stored apart from the major item, mark auxiliary and basic issue items with tags indicating the major item, its registration or serial number and location, and store in protective type closures.  In addition, place a tag or list indicating the location of the removed items in a conspicuous place on the major item. e. Correction of Shortcomings and Deficiencies.  Correct all shortcomings and deficiencies prior to storage, or obtain a deferment from the approving authority. f. Lubrication.  Lubricate equipment In accordance with LO 10-3930-659-12. g. General Cleaning, Painting, and Preservation. CAUTION DO  NOT  direct  water  or  steam,  under  pressure,  against  unsealed  electrical systems or any exterior opening.  Failure to follow this caution may result In damage to equipment. (1)    Cleaning.    Clean  the  equipment  of  dirt,  grease,  and  other  contaminants,  but  do  not  use  vapor degreasing. 22-2