Recoverability Code. - TM-11-5895-1194-24P-20008

(3) Recoverability Code. Recoverability codes are assigned to items to action on

unserviceable items. The recoverability code is entered in the fifth position of the SMR Code as follows:

Recoverability

Application/Explanation

codes

Nonreparable item. When unserviceable, condemn and dispose of the item at the category of

maintenance shown in the third position of SMR Code.

Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and dispose of the item at

organizational or aviation unit category.

Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and dispose of the item at the

direct support or aviation intermediate category.

Reparable item. When uneconomically reparable, condemn and dispose of the item at general

support category.

Reparable item. When beyond lower level repair capability, return to depot. Condemnation and

disposal of item not authorized below depot category.

Reparable item. Condemnation and disposal not authorized below specialized repair activity

(SRA).

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. FSCM (Column (3)). The Federal Supply Code for Manufacturer (FSCM) is a 5-digit numeric code which is

used to identify the manufacturer, distributor, or Government agency, etc., that supplies the item.

d. Part Number (Column (4)). 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.

e. Description and Usable on Code (UOC)(Column (5)). This column includes the following information.

(1) The Federal item name and, when required, a minimum description to identify the item.

(2) Usable on code, when applicable (para 5).

(3) The statement "END OF FIGURE" appears just below the last item description in Column (5) for a given

figure in both section II and section Ill.

f. Qty (Column (6)). Indicates the quantity of the item used in the breakout shown on the illustration figure,

which is prepared for a functional group, subfunctional group, or an assembly. A "V" appearing in this column in

lieu of a quantity indicates that the quantity is variable and the quantity may vary from application to application.