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6-10. LIMITED STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS (Contd)
b. Storage Procedure. Perform disassembly only as required to clean and preserve exposed surfaces.
Except as otherwise noted, and to the maximum extent consistent with safe storage, place the vehicle in
administrative storage in as nearly a completely assembled condition as possible. Install and adjust
equipment so that the vehicle may be placed in service and operated with minimum delay.
(1) The vehicle should be stored on level ground in the most favorable location available, preferably
one which affords protection from exposure to the elements and from pilferage.
(2) Perform semiannual Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) (para. 2-12) on
vehicle intended for administrative storage. This maintenance consists of inspecting, cleaning, servicing,
preserving, lubricating, adjusting, and replacing minor repair parts as required.
(3) Remove both batteries (para. 3-125), place in covered storage, and maintain a charged condition.
(4) Provide access to the vehicle to permit inspection, servicing, and subsequent removal from
storage.
6-11. INSPECTION IN LIMITED STORAGE
a. Conduct visual inspection of vehicles in limited storage at least once a month and immediately
following hard rains, heavy snowstorms, windstorms, or other severe weather conditions. Perform
disassembly as required to fully ascertain the extent of any discovered deterioration or damage. Maintain a
record of these inspections for each vehicle. Attach record to vehicle so it is protected from the weather,
b. Perform necessary reprocessing for limited storage when rust or deterioration is found on any
unpainted area. Immediately repair damage caused to vehicle by severe weather conditions. Repair damage
to On-Equipment Materiel (OEM) as necessary. Thoroughly clean, dry, and repaint painted surfaces
showing evidence of wear.
6-12. REMOVAL FROM LIMITED STORAGE
Materiel removed from administrative storage will be:
(1) Restored to normal operating conditions.
( 2 ) Repaired as required.
(3) Returned to normal PMCS schedule using last type service completed as a starting point.
(4) Calibrate equipment as required (TM 43-180).
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