TM 9-2320-272-24P-1
(b) The maintenance code entered in the 4th position tells you whether or not the item is to be repaired and
identifies the lowest maintenance level with the capability to do complete repair (i.e., perform all authorized repair
functions). (NOTE: Some limited repair may be done on the item at a lower level of maintenance if authorized by the
Maintenance Allocation Chart (MIAC) and SMR codes.) This position will contain one of the following maintenance codes:
Code
Application/Explanation
O
- Unit is the lowest level that can do complete repair of the item.
F
- Direct support is the lowest level that can do complete repair of the item.
H
- General support is the lowest level that can do complete repair of the item.
L
- Specialized repair activity (designate the specialized repair activity) is the lowest
level that can do complete repair of the item.
D
- Depot is the lowest level that can do complete repair of the item.
Z
- Nonreparable. No repair is authorized.
B
- No repair is authorized. (No parts or special tools are authorized for the
maintenance of a B-coded item.) However, the item may be reconditioned by
adjusting, lubricating, etc., at the user level.
(3) Recoverability Code. Recoverability codes are assigned to items to indicate the disposition action on
unserviceable items. The recoverability code is entered in the 5th position of the SMR code as follows:
Recoverability
Code
Application/Explanation
Z
- Nonreparable item. When unserviceable, condemn and dispose of the item at
the level of maintenance shown in 3d position of SMR code.
O
- Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and dispose o the
f
item at unit level.
F
- Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and dispose of the
item at the direct support level.
H
- Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and dispose of the
item at the general support level.
D
- Reparable item. When beyond lower level repair capability, return to depot.
Condemnation and disposal of item not authorized below depot level.
L
- Reparable item. Condemnation and disposal not authorized below SRA.
A
- Item requires special handling or condemnation procedures because of specific
reasons (e g., precious metal content, high dollar value, critical material, or
hazardous material).
Refer to appropriate manuals/directives for specific
instructions.
c. National Stock Number (Column (3). This column indicates the National Stock Number (NSN) assigned to the
item. Use the NSN for requests/requisitions.
d. CAGE Code (Column (4). The Commercial and Government Entity Code (CAGEC) is a 5-digit numeric code
which is used to identify the manufacturer, distributor, or Government agency, etc., that supplies the item.
e. Part Number (Column (5). Indicates the primary number used by the 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 you use a NSN to requisition an item, the item you receive may have a
different part number from the part ordered.
3
