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(b)
The maintenance code entered in the fourth position tells
whether or not the item is to be repaired, and the code 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 (MAC) and SMR codes.)
This position will contain one of the following
maintenance codes.
Code
O
F
Application/Explanation
Organizational is the lowest level that can do complete
repair of the item.
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.
D
Depot is the lowest level that can do complete repair of
the item.
Z
Unrepairable.
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 actions on unserviceable items. The recoverability code
is entered in the fifth position of the SMR code as follows:
Code
Z
Application/Explanation
Nonrepairable item.
When unserviceable, condemn and dispose
of the item at the level of maintenance shown in third
position of SMR code.
Repairable item.
When uneconomically repairable, condemn
and dispose of the item at organizational level.
O
D-4
