TM 1-1730-232-13&P
2.
Maintenance Code. Maintenance codes are assigned to indicate the levels of maintenance authorized to
USE and REPAIR support items. The maintenance code entered in the third position will indicate the lowest
maintenance level authorized to remove, replace, and use the support item. 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. The maintenance codes are entered in the third and fourth positions of
the uniform SMR code format as follows:
Code Application/Explanation (3rd Position Codes)
C
Crew or operator maintenance performed within organizational maintenance
O
Support item Is removed, replaced, used at the organizational level.
F
Support item Is removed, replaced, used at the direct support level.
H
Support item is removed, replaced, used at the general support level.
L
Support items that are removed, replaced, used at the depot, mobile depot, or specialized repair activity
only.
Code
Application/Explanation (4th Position Codes)
O
The lowest maintenance level capable of complete repair of the support item is the organizational level.
F
The lowest maintenance level capable of complete repair of the support item is the direct support level.
H
The lowest maintenance level capable of complete repair of the support item is the general support level.
D
The lowest maintenance level capable of complete repair of the support item is the depot level.
L
Repair restricted to a Specialized Repair Activity.
Z
Non-repairable. No repair is authorized.
B
No repair is authorized. The item may be reconditioned by adjusting, lubricating, etc., at the user level.
No parts or special tools are procured for the maintenance of this Item.
3.
Recoverability Code. Recoverability codes are assigned to support items to indicate the disposition
action on unserviceable items. The recoverability code is entered in the fifth position of the uniform SMR code
format as follows:
Code
Application/Explanation (5th Position Codes)
Z
Non-repairable item. When unserviceable, condemn and dispose at the level indicated in position three
of SMR code.
O
Repairable Item. When uneconomically repairable, condemn and dispose at organizational level or
aviation unit level.
F
Repairable Item. When uneconomically repairable, condemn and dispose at the direct support level or
aviation intermediate level.
H
Repairable item. When uneconomically repairable, condemn and dispose at the general support level.
D
Repairable item. When beyond lower level repair capability, return to depot. Condemnation and disposal
not authorized below depot level.
L
Repairable item. Condemnation and disposal not authorized below depot specialized repair activity
level.
A
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.
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