PS Magazine - TB 43-PS-702
PS, The Preventative Maintenance Monthly
ISSUE 702
MAY 2011
24
PS 702
MAY 11
Dear Editor,
We support the Javelin missile system at Ft Carson. From our experience,
we offer these suggestions to keep your Javelin CLU (command launch unit)
jumping into action:
Use it.
We see Javelins that sit
for months. When the Javelin is not
operated for long periods, problems
can go undetected. Then when you
are ready to use it, you can’t. If
you put the Javelin’s battery in and
let the system run for 30 minutes
at least monthly, that lets the
built-in-test detect problems. That
also gives operators a chance to
refresh their Javelin training. And
follow the PMCS in the TM, too, to
make sure you catch everything.
Don’t forget the field tactical
trainer, either. Check it out while you’re running the Javelin to make sure it
doesn’t have problems. You can’t do much training if it doesn’t work.
Keep and use the storage
case.
Javelin storage cases are
disappearing during deployments
and units are substituting whatever
they can find. The Javelin CLU
needs its specially designed case
to protect parts like the hand grips,
afocal lens, eyepiece, and battery
case. If a unit ships a Javelin in the
wrong case and it’s damaged, they
can be held responsible for what
may be very expensive damage. If a
case is missing or damaged, get it
replaced ASAP. Contact the Javelin
Integrated Technical Operations
Center by calling 1-888-528-4862
or emailing
jvitoc
@
jvjavelin.com
for
assistance.
Use rechargeable batteries for training.
That will save you money
in the long run and you won’t have to carry so many batteries to the field.
The BB-390B/U, NSN 6140-01-490-4317, is one rechargeable you can
use. Remember to charge it within seven days before use.
Editor’s note:
Excellent suggestions that
will help all Javelin units.
Thanks for the good advice.
CW2 Travis Ogletree
SGT Jeffrey Poston
SPC Larry Dutton
204th BSB
Ft Carson, CO
Jumping!
Javelin
Keep Your
I wish
you had
given me
a little
exercise
these
last few
months.
these recharge-
ables sure make it
easier
in the field.
you’re
going to ship
me in
that!?
I’ll arrive in
worse shape
than I am now!
now I
don’t
feel so
hot.
do all
that good
pm…
…and we’ll
be ready for
action!
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