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SPECIFIC PMCS PROCEDURES (Continued).

Procedure. This column tells you how to do the required checks and services. Follow these instructions

carefully. If tools are not available or if the procedure says to, have Unit maintenance do the work.

NOTE

The term "mission capable" refers to equipment being on hand and able to perform

its combat mission (refer to AR 700-138).

Not Fully Mission Capable If: This column explains when and why your equipment cannot be used.

LEAKAGE DEFINITIONS.

It is important to know how fluid leakage affects the status of the trailer. The following are types/classes of

leakage an operator must know to determine if the trailer is mission capable. Learn these leakage defini-

tions. When in doubt, notify your supervisor.

Class I

Seepage of fluid (as indicated by wetness or discoloration) not great enough to form drops.

Class II

Leakage of fluid great enough to form drops, but not great enough to cause drops to drip from

item being inspected.

Class III

Leakage of fluid great enough to form drops that fall from the item being inspected.

CAUTION

Equipment operation is allowable with minor leakages (Class I or II). Of course,

you must consider the fluid capacity in the item/system being checked/

inspected. When in doubt, notify your supervisor. When operating with Class I

or Class II leaks, continue to check fluid levels as required in your PMCS.

Class Ill leaks should be reported immediately to your supervisor or Unit main-

tenance.

Equipment operation is allowed with minor (Class I or II) leakage. Fluid levels in an item/system affected

with such leakage must be checked more frequently than required in PMCS. When in doubt, notify your

supervisor.

Report Class III leaks IMMEDIATELY to your supervisor or Unit maintenance.

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