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(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:
R e c o v e r a b i l i ty
Codes
A p p l i c a t i o n / E x p l a n a t i o n
Z
-- Nonreparable item.
When unserviceable, condemn and
dispose of the item at the level of maintenance shown
in 3d position of SMR Code.
O
--Reparable item.
When uneconomically reparable, condemn
and dispose of the item at organizational or aviation
u n i t l e v e l .
F
--Reparable item.
When uneconomically reparable, condemn
and dispose of the item at the direct support or aviation
i n t e r m e d i a t e l e v e l.
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 capabil-
i t y , r e t u r n t o d e p o t.
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 mate -
r i a l ) .
Refer to appropriate manuals/directives for
s p e c i f i c i n s t r u c t i o n s.
c. FSCM(Column (3)). 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.
d. Part Number (Column (4)). Indicatesthe primary number used by the manufacturer (individual, company,
firm, corporation, or Government activity) ,which controls the design and characteristics of the item by means of its
engineering drawings, specifications, standards, and inspection requirements to identify an item or range of items.
NOTE
When you use a NSN to requisition an item, the item you receive may have a different part
number from the part ordered.
e. Description and Usable on (UOC) (Column (5)). This column includes the following information:
(1) The Federal item name and, when required, a minimum description to identify the item.
(2) The physical security classification of the item is indicated by the parenthetical entry. (Insert applicable
physical security classification abbreviation, e.g., Phy Sec C1 (C) - Confidential, Phy Sec C1 (S) -
Secret, Phy Sec C1 (T)-Top Secret).
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