Recoverability Code. - TM-32-5865-216-24-P0091

TM 32-5865-216-24&P

(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:

Recoverabil-

Definition

ity Codes

Nonreparable item. When unserviceable, condemn and

dispose at the level indicated in position 3.

Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable,

condemn and dispose at organizational level.

Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable,

condemn and dispose at the direct support level.

Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable,

condemn and dispose at the general support level.

Reparable item. When beyond lower level repair

capability, return to depot. Condemnation and

disposal not authorized below depot level.

Reparable item. Repair, condemnation, and disposal

not authorized below depot/specialized repair

activity level.

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.

Indicates the national stock number

c. National Stock Number.

assigned to the item and will be used for requisitioning purposes.

Indicates the primary number used by the

d. Part Number.

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 a stock-numbered item is requisitioned, the repair

part received may have a different part number than the

part being replaced.