ecoverability Code. (Cont)

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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, con-

demn and dispose at organizational level.

Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, con-

demn and dispose at the direct support level.

Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, con-

demn and dispose at the general support level.

Reparable item. When beyond lower level repair

capability, return to depot. Condemnation and dis-

posal 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.

Indicates the primary number used by the man-

d. Part Number.

ufacturer (individual, company, firm, corporation, or government ac-

tivity), 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 item re-

ceived may have a different part number than the part be-

ing replaced.

e. Federal Supply Code for Manufacturer (FSCM). The FSCM is a

five-digit numeric code listed in SB 708-42 which is used to identi-

fy the manufacturer, distributor, or government agency, etc.

Indicates the Federal item name and, if re-

f. Description.

quired, a minimum description to identify the item.